SMILE Scheme: Transforming Lives of Transgender and Begging Communities

The SMILE scheme, launched by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, aims to uplift marginalized communities such as transgender individuals and those engaged in begging through comprehensive support initiatives. Key components include skill development, healthcare, and shelter solutions under Garima Greh, alongside legal protections. The scheme has been allocated a ₹390 crore budget from 2021 to 2026, intensifying its outreach, which has thus far successfully rehabilitated many across India.

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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