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India Elected as Member of Codex Alimentarius Commission Executive Committee

December 4, 2023

India has achieved a significant milestone by being unanimously elected as a member representing the Asian region in the Executive Committee of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC). This development took place during the 46th meeting held at the FAO Headquarters ..

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India Re-elected to International Maritime Organisation Council

December 4, 2023

In a recent assembly, India achieved a significant milestone by being re-elected to the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Council for the 2024–25 biennium. This re-election places India in the esteemed Category of 10 states with the “largest interest in international ..

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White Lung Syndrome Outbreak

December 2, 2023

A new strain of bacterial pneumonia, commonly referred to as ‘White Lung Syndrome,’ is causing concern in various countries, including China, Denmark, the United States, and the Netherlands. Primarily affecting children between the ages of three and eight, this illness ..

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Launch of LeadIT 2.0 at COP28 in Dubai

December 2, 2023

On the sidelines of the COP28 summit in Dubai, Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled LeadIT 2.0, emphasizing an inclusive and just industry transition. This initiative prioritizes the co-development and transfer of low-carbon technology along with providing financial assistance to emerging ..

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US Visa Ban on Israeli Extremist Settlers

December 2, 2023

The United States has delivered a strong message to Israel, indicating its intention to impose visa bans on Israeli extremist settlers involved in violence against Palestinian civilians in the occupied West Bank. A senior State Department official shared this information ..

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New Zealand’s Capital Kiwi Project

December 1, 2023

In a remarkable turn of events, two kiwi chicks have hatched in the wild near New Zealand’s capital, Wellington, marking a historic moment after over a century. The significance of this milestone is heightened by the fact that the national ..

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International Conference on Public Health in Africa

December 1, 2023

Africa faces a significant public health challenge, with the continent experiencing over 100 outbreaks of infectious diseases each year, averaging two new outbreaks per week, according to the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The ongoing International Conference ..

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WHO’s Agenda at COP28: Putting Health at the Center Stage

December 1, 2023

In a historic move, health takes center stage at the 27-year-old United Nations Conference of Parties (COP) with a dedicated day on Health/Relief, Recovery, and Peace on December 3 in Dubai, the venue of COP28. The day, hosted by the ..

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Historic Milestone: Nepal Officially Registers First Same-Sex Marriage

November 30, 2023

Five months after the landmark decision by Nepal’s Supreme Court legalizing same-sex marriage, the country has officially registered its first case. This move positions Nepal as the first South Asian country to recognize and formalize same-sex marriages. The groundbreaking event ..

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ILO Report Highlights Deadly Consequences of Overworking Worldwide

November 30, 2023

A recent report from the International Labor Organization (ILO) has revealed the alarming and fatal consequences of overworking, leading to the death of nearly three million people annually worldwide. The study underscores the evolving role of employment as a major ..

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