Union Environment Minister Highlights District-wise Greening Strategy for Delhi NCR

Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav led a high-level meeting in New Delhi to review and enhance the greening strategy for Delhi-NCR. The plan emphasizes a district-wise approach combining scientific planning and technological integration to improve ecological security and air quality. Key aspects include mapping total forest areas, degraded lands, and planning for eco-restoration and afforestation with community involvement. The meeting underscored the importance of developing a five-year micro plan for greening efforts across the region, seeking to involve state agencies and local governments while integrating resources from various environmental schemes. The strategy aims for a sustained improvement in the region's air quality, supported by the coordination of the Forest Survey of India and other governmental and non-governmental entities.

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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