Shekha Jheel Bird Sanctuary Declared as India's 99th Ramsar Site

Shri Bhupender Yadav, Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, has designated Shekha Jheel Bird Sanctuary in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, as a Ramsar site, increasing India's total to 99 and Uttar Pradesh's tally to 12. This move supports local livelihoods, global biodiversity, and water and climate security. Shekha Jheel serves as a critical habitat for migratory birds and contributes to India's commitment to ecological preservation.

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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