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The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has recently recognized India's first dugong conservation reserve located in the Palk Bay of Tamil Nadu.

World Heart Day is celebrated worldwide every year on September 29. The theme for 2025 is 'Don't Miss a Beat'.

In September 2025, several parts of Asia were hit by an extremely dangerous and unprecedented storm, Super Typhoon Hagibis. This was the strongest tropical cyclone of 2025, with maximum sustained winds reaching 280 km/h. It severely impacted Hong Kong and southern China, disrupting the lives of millions.

While the US has increased its H-1B visa fee to nearly $100,000, China has announced the 'K visa' to attract international science and technology professionals. This visa, effective from October 1, aims to integrate global young talents into China's research and innovation system.

World Contraception Day is celebrated every year on September 26. It is a global awareness campaign.

The Government of Karnataka has launched the LEAP (Local Economy Acceleration Program) with a budget of ₹1,000 crore for five years.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the Startup Conclave 2025 at Mahatma Mandir, Gandhinagar.

On 24 September 2025, the Government of India implemented a significant policy change.

India and Australia have signed a Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) for organic products under the India–Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA).

The United States has announced a substantial increase (up to $100,000) in the application fee for new H-1B visas. This move has sparked concern and a search for alternatives among Indian professionals. In this context, the L-1 visa is being considered as an alternative option.