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Kochi to Host 7th India International Seaweed Expo and Summit in January 2026

Kochi to Host International Seaweed Expo and Summit in January 2026

Kochi will welcome global leaders of the marine algae sector as it hosts the 7th India International Seaweed Expo and Summit on 29–30 January 2026. The event is set to be one of the largest international gatherings dedicated to seaweed innovation, sustainability and blue economy development, highlighting India’s expanding role in the marine biotechnology landscape.

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Vizhinjam Port to Begin Gateway Cargo Operations by January 2026

Vizhinjam Port Set to Begin Gateway Cargo Operations by January 2026

Gateway cargo operations at the Vizhinjam International Container Transhipment Terminal (ICTT) are now expected to commence in January 2026, following a short delay from the earlier November 2025 target. The updated schedule was announced during a stakeholders’ meeting convened by Customs, marking an important step in enhancing India’s maritime capacity and improving direct global shipping access from the southern coast.

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Saudi Arabia, Russia Sign Landmark 90-Day Visa-Free Travel Agreement

Saudi Arabia and Russia Sign Landmark 90-Day Visa-Free Travel Pact

Saudi Arabia and Russia have elevated their strategic partnership by signing a historic mutual visa exemption agreement, permitting citizens of both nations to travel visa free for up to 90 days. The accord represents Riyadh’s broadest travel facilitation arrangement to date for holders of ordinary passports, signalling expanding diplomatic, economic and cultural alignment between the two countries.

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WHO Issues First Guideline on GLP-1 Drugs for Obesity Treatment

WHO Endorses GLP-1 Therapies for Obesity but Flags Access Barriers

The World Health Organization (WHO) has released its first-ever guideline recommending GLP-1 receptor agonists as part of long-term obesity treatment, reflecting a major shift in the global approach to managing one of the world’s fastest-growing health challenges. With more than one billion people now living with obesity, WHO’s guidance aims to expand scientifically validated treatment options while cautioning that access remains a critical obstacle.

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IGI Airport Becomes India’s First Water-Positive Mega Airport

IGI Becomes India’s First Water-Positive Airport

Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI) has become the first water-positive airport in India among facilities handling over 40 million passengers annually, marking a major milestone in sustainable aviation infrastructure. The certification, awarded during the Water Innovation Summit 2025, underscores IGI’s commitment to responsible resource management and climate-resilient operations.

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