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New Delhi [India], September 28 (ANI): World Food India 2025, organised by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), concluded on a historic note with investment commitments of unprecedented scale.

Over the course of the four-day event, 26 leading domestic and global companies signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) worth a total of Rs 1,02,046.89 crore, marking one of the largest investment announcements in India’s food processing sector, said an official release from the Ministry of Food Processing Industries.

These MoUs are projected to generate direct employment for over 64,000 people and create indirect opportunities for more than 10 lakh individuals, reinforcing the government’s vision of positioning India as a global hub for food processing.

The MoUs were signed by some of the most prominent names in the sector, including Reliance Consumer Products Ltd., The Coca-Cola System in India, Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (Amul), Fair Exports (India) Pvt. Ltd. (Lulu Group), Nestle India Ltd., Tata Consumer Products Ltd., Carlsberg India Pvt. Ltd., B.L. Agro Industries Ltd., ABIS Foods & Proteins Pvt. Ltd., ACE International Ltd., Patanjali Foods Ltd., Godrej Agrovet Ltd., Agristo Masa Pvt. Ltd., Tiwana Nutrition Global Pvt. Ltd., Haldiram Snacks Food Pvt. Ltd., Indian Poultry Alliance Pvt. Ltd., Mrs. Bectors Food Specialities Ltd., Dabur India Ltd., Allana Consumer Products Ltd., Olam Food Ingredients, AB InBev, Cremica Food Park Pvt. Ltd., Dairy Craft, Sundex Biotech Pvt. Ltd., Naso Industries Pvt. Ltd., and Bluepine Foods. The commitments span across diverse segments such as dairy, meat and poultry, packaged foods, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, spices and condiments, confectionery, edible oils, fruits and vegetables, and ready-to-eat products.

A significant highlight of these partnerships is their pan-India footprint, with investments spread across multiple states, including Gujarat, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Bihar, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Rajasthan, West Bengal, Assam, Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand, Jammu & Kashmir, and the North-Eastern region.

This wide geographic distribution ensures that the benefits of these investments are equitably shared, bringing opportunities for farmers, entrepreneurs, and local communities across diverse regions of the country.

Invest India, the national investment promotion and facilitation partner, assisted the Ministry of Food Processing Industries in signing these MoUs.

World Food India 2025 has not only attracted record investment commitments but also reaffirmed India’s position as a trusted global destination for food processing. The event has laid a strong foundation for sustainable growth, innovation, and international collaboration, further consolidating India’s leadership in shaping the future of global food systems. The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), in partnership with Invest India, will continue to work closely with industry stakeholders to facilitate these investments and ensure their effective implementation. (ANI)

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Nainital (Uttarakhand) [India], September 28 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday listened to the 126th episode of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Mann Ki Baat at Parvati Prema Jagati Saraswati Vihar Ground, Birbhatti, Nainital.

The Chief Minister stated that this programme offers the nation a new vision and a positive direction.

The Chief Minister stated that through Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has successfully connected with people at the grassroots level.

He has brought the hard work and dedication of individuals working in the public interest to the attention of every citizen. The Chief Minister added that the Prime Minister, through this programme, has emphasised honouring women’s power and taking a pledge to adopt Swadeshi, a release.

He further mentioned that on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti on 2nd October, the Prime Minister has called upon people to adopt Khadi and Swadeshi products. The Prime Minister urged everyone to purchase at least one Khadi product on 2nd October and share it on social media with the hashtag #VocalForLocal.

The Chief Minister also appealed to the people of the state to actively participate in this campaign.

CM Dhami said that the Prime Minister has honoured the daughters of India who created history by completing the challenging 47,500 km Navika Sagar Parikrama. The Prime Minister also spoke about promoting innovation through local products.

The Chief Minister added that the resolve laid out by the Prime Minister to fulfil the dream of a developed India must be accomplished collectively by all.

Earlier today, in the 126th episode of his monthly radio address, ‘Mann Ki Baat’, PM Modi hailed two brave women officers of the Indian Navy who successfully completed the extraordinary sailing expedition, ‘Navika Sagar Parikrama’, which circumnavigated the Globe, demonstrating courage and determination throughout the expedition.

“Two brave officers of the Indian Navy have demonstrated courage and determination during the Navika Sagar Parikrama. I would like to introduce the listeners of ‘Mann Ki Baat’ to these two brave officers. One is Lieutenant Commander Dilna, and the other is Lieutenant Commander Roopa,” he said.

PM Modi also urged citizens to make the upcoming festive season more meaningful by opting for indigenous products. (ANI)

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New Delhi [India], September 28 (ANI): The Vice-President of India, CP Radhakrishnan, on Sunday, graced the valedictory session of the third edition of Unmesha – International Literature Festival in Patna, Bihar, as the Chief Guest, according to the Vice President’s Secretariat.

The festival, organised from 25th to 28th September 2025, is a celebration of literature in multiple languages, offering an excellent platform for writers, scholars, publishers, and poets from 15 countries, representing more than 100 languages.

Before the valedictory session began at the Unmesha – International Literature Festival in Patna, a minute of silence was observed for the people who lost their lives in the tragic incident at a public gathering in Karur, Tamil Nadu.

Earlier today, on his first visit to Bihar since assuming office, Radhakrishnan was accorded a warm welcome at Patna Airport by Governor Arif Mohammad Khan and Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha.

Addressing the gathering at the Unmesha- International Literature Festival in Patna, the Vice-President began by stating, “Bihar Dharm, Sanskriti aur Gyan ki Bhoomi hai” (“Bihar is the land of Dharma, culture, and knowledge”).

According to the release, VP Radhakrishnan highlighted that Bihar’s contributions to spiritualism are not merely historical but continue to inspire millions globally. Radhakrishnan emphasised that Bihar is a confluence of Buddhist, Jain, and Hindu traditions, making it a unique spiritual heartland.

He recalled that Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment in Bodh Gaya under the Bodhi tree, offering the world a path of peace, compassion, and mindfulness. Referring to Vaishali, the birthplace of Lord Mahavira, the 24th Jain Tirthankara, he noted that Lord Mahavira’s message of ahimsa (non-violence), truth, and asceticism shaped not only Jainism but also the ethical and spiritual life of India.

The Vice President highlighted Bihar’s ancient centres of learning, including Nalanda and Vikramshila Universities, which attracted scholars from across Asia and reflected Bihar’s status as an intellectual powerhouse of the ancient world. He praised the efforts of the Central and State Governments, with international support, in reviving Nalanda University.

Radhakrishnan also mentioned Bihar’s rich historical heritage, noting that it was home to powerful empires like Magadha and Maurya, as well as the birthplace of democracy in Vaishali over 2,500 years ago. He drew parallels with the Kudavolai system of elections in the Chola kingdom, emphasising India’s ancient commitment to self-governance.

Highlighting Bihar’s role in social change, the Vice President recalled the Champaran Satyagraha led by Mahatma Gandhi and the Total Revolution Movement led by Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Narayan, in which he actively participated at the age of nineteen, later becoming the District General Secretary of the movement. He noted that Bihar has consistently been a cradle of change and conscience, having contributed national leaders such as Dr. Rajendra Prasad, India’s first President, and Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Narayan, the conscience keeper of Indian democracy.

Radhakrishnan also highlighted Bihar’s cultural heritage, including Mithila painting, folk theatre like Bidesia, and festivals like Chhath Puja, calling Chhath one of the most disciplined and ecologically conscious festivals in the world, with devotees worshipping both the rising and setting Sun. He praised the state for continuing to produce some of the nation’s brightest minds, who serve in civil service, academia, technology, and law.

The Vice-President recalled his interaction with a European dignitary, who asked how India remains united despite its many languages and cultures. To this, he replied that, despite the diversity of languages, our Dharma is one.

The Vice President expressed his happiness in addressing the third edition of Unmesha, one of Asia’s largest and most inclusive international literature festivals. He emphasised the festival’s celebration of literature as a tool to shape societies, transform minds, and create lasting legacies, bringing together writers, poets, scholars, translators, and publishers from around the world.

He added that “Unmesha” signifies the awakening or unfolding of new ideas, narratives, and perspectives, celebrating diversity in thought and bridging divides of language, culture, geography, and ideology. Radhakrishnan expressed confidence that Unmesha will continue to be a cornerstone of literary culture, inspiring future generations of writers, thinkers, and readers.

Concluding his address, he emphasised that through the understanding of each other’s literature, we can achieve “Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat.”

The event was attended by Arif Mohammad Khan, Governor of Bihar; Vijay Kumar Sinha, Deputy Chief Minister; Raju Kumar Singh, Minister of Tourism, Bihar; Madhav Kaushik, President, Sahitya Akademi and other dignitaries.

The festival, organised by Sahitya Akademi in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, and the Government of Bihar, was held at the Samrat Ashok Convention Centre, Patna, from 25th to 28th September 2025. More than 550 eminent writers, poets, scholars, translators, and publishers participated, representing over 100 languages. The previous editions of Unmesha were held in Shimla (2022) and Bhopal (2023).

During his visit, the Vice-President also paid floral tributes to Lok Nayak Jayprakash Narayan at J.P. Golambar in Patna.

The Vice President also visited Shri Chamunda Devi Mandir at Katra, Muzaffarpur, and offered prayers for the well-being of all. Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha and Union Minister of State Raj Bhushan Choudhary, who is also the Member of Parliament from Muzaffarpur, accompanied the Vice-President during his visit to Chamunda Devi Mandir in Muzaffarpur. (ANI)

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