Union Minister Bhupender Yadav Reviews NCR Air Pollution Plans

Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Shri Bhupender Yadav, chaired a high-level meeting to review air pollution action plans for NCR cities Rohtak, Manesar, Panipat, and Karnal. The focus was on addressing high PM10 levels, improving waste management, and expanding real-time air quality monitoring. Emphasis was placed on industrial compliance and the use of electric/CNG-based solutions for municipal services. Plans aim for a 15-20% reduction in AQI by 2026 through comprehensive data collection, stakeholder involvement, and the integration of real-time monitoring technologies.

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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