Hi, NewsWrap for January 13, 2024

13-January-2024: Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi Inspires Entrepreneurs, NITI Aayog and WFP, Climate Conference 2024, Divya Kala Mela 2024

13 January 2024

  • Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi Inspires Entrepreneurs and Start-ups to Unleash the Untapped Potential of Fisheries Sector

    On January 12, 2024, the Secretary of the Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying (MoFAH&D), chaired a virtual interaction meeting with the winners of the Fisheries Startup Grand Challenge and other fisheries startups. The objective was to assess their progress, address concerns, and explore avenues for further support. In collaboration with the Startup India hub and the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), the Department of Fisheries initiated the Fisheries Startup Grand Challenge.

  • NITI Aayog and WFP Cultivate a Global Millet Movement with Inspiring Compendium Launch

    A compendium featuring compelling field stories from Asian and African nations, with particular emphasis on India, was released in New Delhi today, marking a significant step towards the promotion of sustainable agricultural methods and the improvement of food security. The compendium marks the culmination of the Mapping and Exchange of Good Practices (MEGP) Initiative for Millets Mainstreaming in Asia and Africa, a collaborative effort initiated in July 2022 by NITI Aayog and the World Food Programme (WFP).

  • Insights from the Climate Conference 2024 on India's Sustainable Pathway

    The Climate Conference 2024, centered around the theme ‘Decoding the Green Transition for India,’ unfolded on January 12, 2024. The event, orchestrated by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India, placed a spotlight on the crucial role of the private sector, climate tech startups, and institutional investors in driving financial resources and technical capabilities towards sustainable development.

  • Divya Kala Mela 2024 Showcases Vibrant Artisans, Eco-Friendly Products, Packaged Food, and More!

    The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan), under the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India, is set to kick off the Divya Kala Mela, a unique event highlighting the talents and craftsmanship of Divyang entrepreneurs and artisans from all corners of the country. The event, organized by the National Divyangjan Finance and Development Corporation (NDFDC), will take place from January 12th to January 21st, 2024, at Ground-3 Reshimbagh, Nagpur.

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