According to govt data, Punjab is among the bottom five states in terms of chicken consumption, with Haryana & Rajasthan. However, Punjabis consume high amounts of milk & dairy products.
The ruling elites in Union ministries and some state governments have substantial presence of vegetarians who enjoy a dominant voice in policy formulation.
Eggs are one of the most nutritious foods providing best quality protein, all essential amino acids, vitamins, and minerals. This high-protein food is a must in low-carb diets.
The scheme has been rolled out in 7 districts, which according to the National Family Health Survey were reporting high malnutrition and anaemia levels among children.
MP minister Imarti Devi reiterated her proposal to serve eggs in anganwadi meals. BJP says govt will consider people’s sentiments before taking a final decision.
The fisheries & animal husbandry minister said rumours about egg and meat consumption leading to coronavrius infection have caused panic in the industry.
The Russia-Ukraine war exposes a complex paradox of power where the world’s most powerful country, with all its resources, is falling short in coercing a much more weakened Russia to kowtow to its demands.
Mini deal will likely see no cut in 10% baseline tariff on Indian exports announced by Trump on 2 April, it is learnt, but additional 26% tariffs are set to be reduced.
India-Russia JV is also racing to deliver 7,000 more AK-203 assault rifles by 15 Aug. These are currently being made with 50% indigenisation and this will surge to 100% by 31 December.
Public, loud, upfront, filled with impropriety and high praise sometimes laced with insults. This is what we call Trumplomacy. But the larger objective is the same: American supremacy.
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