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South Africa Launches First Locally Made Foot-and-Mouth Disease Vaccine in 20 Years

February 07, 2026

Major step towards vaccine self-reliance

South Africa has begun the rollout of its first domestically manufactured vaccine for foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in nearly two decades, marking a turning point in national animal disease management. The announcement was made by the Department of Agriculture, highlighting a renewed focus on local capacity, biosecurity, and proactive disease prevention.

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PM Modi Kuala Lumpur Visit to Boost India–Malaysia Strategic Partnership

February 07, 2026

High-level visit to deepen bilateral relations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will undertake a two-day official visit to Kuala Lumpur beginning Saturday, at the invitation of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. The visit is expected to reinvigorate the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between India and Malaysia, reflecting growing political trust and expanding cooperation across multiple sectors.

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India Forex Reserves Hit Record High of $723.7 Billion on Gold Surge

February 07, 2026

Record jump in India’s foreign exchange reserves

India’s foreign exchange reserves climbed sharply by $14.361 billion to touch a historic high of $723.774 billion in the week ending January 30, according to data released by the Reserve Bank of India. This follows an increase of $8.053 billion in the previous week, when reserves had already surpassed the earlier peak recorded in September 2024, highlighting sustained strength in the external sector.

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US Lifts Extra 25 Percent Tariffs on Indian Goods After Energy Assurance

February 07, 2026

Tariff rollback marks shift in bilateral trade climate

The United States has announced the withdrawal of the additional 25 per cent tariffs imposed on imports from India, effective February 7, 2026. The decision signals a reset in trade relations after New Delhi assured Washington that it would cease direct and indirect imports of Russian crude oil.

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VOC Port Pioneers India First Anti-Drone Shield for Maritime Security

February 07, 2026

First-of-its-kind security upgrade at an Indian port

In a major boost to coastal and maritime security, the V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority has become the first port in the country to roll out the implementation of an advanced Anti-Drone System. The move reflects growing concern over unauthorised aerial activity near critical infrastructure and signals a shift towards technology-driven port security.

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