Support for Indigenous Development of 16-Valent Pneumococcal Vaccine

The Technology Development Board (TDB) of India has provided financial support to TechInvention Lifecare Ltd. for establishing a commercial-scale facility to produce a 16-valent Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV-16). This initiative aims to enhance India's vaccine manufacturing capabilities, reduce reliance on imports, and improve public health by targeting specific pneumococcal serotypes associated with high disease risks. The project is expected to bolster domestic biomanufacturing and support immunization efforts for vulnerable populations.

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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