Samriddh Gram Initiative Nominated for WSIS Prizes 2026

The Samriddh Gram initiative by the Department of Telecommunications in India has been nominated for the WSIS Prizes 2026 in the Enabling Environment category. This recognition highlights India's efforts to leverage digital infrastructure for rural development through the BharatNet project. The initiative, which uses community hubs called Samriddhi Kendras, provides rural areas with integrated 'phygital' services, combining digital and physical infrastructures to enhance access to essential services like healthcare and education. The project is now open for public voting on the WSIS platform.

Source: Original Link

Read more

APEDA Launches First Sea Shipment of Botanical-Infused Millet Foods to New Zealand

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the maiden sea shipment of botanical-infused, ready-to-cook millet functional foods from Karnataka to New Zealand. This milestone underscores the expanding opportunities for India's millet-based agricultural exports, bolstered by participation in APEDA-supported international trade fairs. Source: Original Link