Colombia’s Senate passed legislation criminalising FGM, making it the first country in Latin America to enact such a law if signed by the president.
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FDA Approves New Sunscreen Ingredient Used Safely in Europe and Asia for Decades
The FDA granted approval for bemotrizinol, a broad-spectrum UVA/UVB blocking ingredient already widely used outside the US for 20 years.
US Department of State Approves $1.5 Billion Sikorsky Seahawk Sale to New Zealand
Washington approved the transfer of five SH-60 Seahawk military helicopters to New Zealand’s navy in a deal worth $1.5 billion.
India Cabinet Approves EV Scheme to Incentivise Trucks and Buses in NCR
The Union Cabinet approved a two-year scheme giving incentives for truck and bus owners in the National Capital Region to switch to electric or BS-VI vehicles.
FDA Approves Inhaled Insulin Afrezza for Children with Diabetes
The US Food and Drug Administration grants approval for the use of inhaled insulin Afrezza in paediatric patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
Germany Approves €50 Billion Defence Package as European Rearmament Accelerates
Germany’s Bundestag approved a major €50 billion defence spending package as European nations race to build up military capacity.
Supreme Court Approves CBI Probe Into Death of Twisha Sharma Calling for Media Restraint
India’s Supreme Court ordered a CBI investigation into the death of Twisha Sharma while urging media to refrain from public commentary.
Bihar Cabinet Approves $500 Million World Bank Loan for Urban Economic Development Project
The Bihar state cabinet greenlighted a half-billion dollar World Bank credit line for infrastructure and urban economic growth projects.
Government of India Approves 60% Increase in Sanctioned Manpower for Enforcement Directorate
India’s central government expanded the ED’s workforce by over 60% to bolster investigations into money laundering and economic offences.
National Green Tribunal Approves Ayodhya Bypass Road Expansion With Environmental Conditions
The National Green Tribunal permitted expansion of a bypass road near Ayodhya subject to mandatory environmental safeguards that must be adhered to during construction.