Prabhu to inaugurate ‘Indus Food’ fair
New Delhi: To give further boost to India’s agro and food exports, the Department of Commerce in association with Trade Promotion Council of India (TPCI) is scheduled to organize a two-day event titled ‘Indus Food’- a mega international food and beverage trade fair, It would be inaugurated by Commerce and Industry Minister Suresh Prabhu on Thursday. Indus Food will see participation of over 400 exhibitors including representations from over 12 states and Departments. Global Buyers from 43 nations will visit the show. Department of Commerce Joint Secretary Santosh Sarangi said, “Doubling of farmers’ income is possible only when our agri exports grow by 18-20 percent and for this we need integration with global marketplace.”
Providing safe food a challenge: Minister
New Delhi: Union Agriculture Minister Radha Mohan Singh on Tuesday said that the impact of chemicals has resulted in climate change, environmental imbalance, and serious side effects on human beings. Speaking at the Food Summit 2018 held in the national Capital, the Minister said that the country is no more facing the problem of food supply, but the challenge is to provide safe and nutritious food to the growing population and our dependency on chemical farming has increased.
Prasar Bharati Board for govt financial aid
New Delhi: Members of the Prasar Bharati Board on Tuesday reportedly expressed concern over the financial situation of the broadcaster and were keen that the Government continued its financial support to it for meeting salary expenses.