Sewage Treatment Plants and River Pollution in India

The Ministry of Jal Shakti highlights the ongoing pollution of rivers in India due to untreated sewage and industrial effluents. The Central Pollution Control Board's report outlines the operational status of sewage treatment plants (STPs) across states. The government is providing financial and technical assistance for pollution abatement through various schemes, including the Namami Gange Programme and the National River Conservation Plan. Recent proposals for pollution abatement from several states have been submitted, with significant funding allocated for river conservation efforts.

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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