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A historic Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and New Zealand will be officially signed on April 27, 2026, which will mark a significant breakthrough in their bilateral relationship. This agreement will give Indian producers 100% duty-free entry into the New Zealand market. India, in turn, will radically reduce or completely abolish tariffs on 95 percent of goods imported to India, by New Zealand. In the end, the deal is aimed at boosting trade volumes, unlocking new export opportunities, and establishing a more robust strategic relationship between the two countries.

Elevating Road Safety to a Constitutional Right

The Supreme Court of India has delivered a landmark judgment declaring that the right to safe travel on National Highways is an intrinsic part of the fundamental Right to Life guaranteed by Article 21 of the Constitution. Moving away from viewing road safety as merely an administrative chore, the Court elevated it to a strict constitutional duty of the State. Citizens are legally entitled to commute without being subjected to preventable hazards such as poor road conditions, unauthorized structures, or illegal parking.

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Another step in enhancing bilateral defence cooperation was the 7th edition of the IndiaUzbekistan Joint Military Exercise Dustlik, which ended in Namangan, Uzbekistan. The drill saw the two countries unite their troops to improve interoperability and joint operational preparedness especially in counter-terrorism operations. The equal involvement of both parties was a sign of mutual trust and dedication towards the security of the region.

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The infant-specific artemether-lumefantrine prequalified by the World Health Organization is a significant step toward the treatment of malaria in newborns and infants. The acceptance should have a strong impact on the mortality rate in the high-burden areas, especially sub-Saharan Africa.

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The United Nations Industrial Development Organization in Vienna has awarded Guntur Municipal Corporation the 4th Gender Equality Mobilisation (GEM) Award. The award underscores a new model of women empowerment and sustainable urban waste management.