Union Home Minister Highlights Cultural Revival at Bastar Pandum 2026

Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah lauded the efforts to revitalize Bastar’s cultural identity during the closing ceremony of the Bastar Pandum 2026 in Chhattisgarh. He emphasized the government's commitment to enhance tribal arts and provide global recognition to Bastar's heritage. The event witnessed the participation of 55,000 tribal people celebrating across multiple categories, marking a significant shift from the region’s association with Naxalism to a beacon of cultural richness.

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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