Union Health Ministry Reviews Blood Transfusion Services

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare conducted a national review meeting with States and Union Territories to discuss the preparedness of blood banks and blood transfusion services. The meeting emphasized the need for universal access to safe blood by December 2026 and stressed onboarding of all blood centers to digital management systems for real-time monitoring.

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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