Abu Dhabi Administers First CRISPR Gene Therapy for Inherited Blood Disorders

On January 5, 2026, Abu Dhabi marked a major milestone in healthcare with the first administration of a CRISPR-based gene therapy for inherited blood disorders in the United Arab Emirates. The therapy, CASGEVY, was delivered to a patient suffering from a genetic blood condition, signalling a transition from lifelong symptomatic treatment to direct correction of disease at the genetic level.

Goa Government Proposes Law to Protect Mundkar Rights Amid Pending Land Disputes

The Goa government has announced plans to introduce new legislation aimed at protecting the rights of mundkars by restricting land transactions until their legal status is resolved. The move comes in response to long-standing concerns that mundkars living on landlord-owned land face eviction risks when properties are sold without settlement of their statutory rights.

Indore Declares Bhagirathpura Waterborne Disease Outbreak an Epidemic

The health administration of Indore has officially declared the recent waterborne disease outbreak in Bhagirathpura as an epidemic following a sudden surge in cases and multiple fatalities. The outbreak has resulted in 10 confirmed deaths so far, prompting authorities to intensify containment efforts and mobilise specialised medical and scientific teams from both central and state agencies.

India’s Civil Aviation Expansion Targets Global Hub Status

India’s civil aviation sector is entering a high-growth phase, with the Union Government projecting sustained aircraft induction by domestic airlines over the next decade. The expansion is being driven by large aircraft orders, new airport infrastructure, and a strategic push to reduce India’s dependence on foreign transit hubs by strengthening direct international connectivity from Indian cities.

Malayalam Cinema Mourns the Passing of Veteran Production Controller Kannan Pattambi

The Malayalam film industry is mourning the demise of Kannan Pattambi, a respected production controller and supporting actor, who passed away late Sunday night in Kozhikode. He was 62 and had been undergoing treatment for a kidney-related ailment. His death marks the end of a long and quietly influential career that shaped Malayalam cinema both on and off screen.