Leonardo DiCaprio’s foundation helped protect 410,000 sq km of Seychelles ocean

What happened

Key facts

• Seychelles protected 30% of its ocean by 2020 through a debt conversion deal linked to long-term conservation.
• The plan safeguards 410,000 sq km of ocean, while allowing sustainable fishing, tourism and other economic activities.
• Reported by Times of India and published Sun, 04 Oct 2026 11:30:00 UTC.

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1. 02:57 UTC · The Hindu

   Nolo becomes Category 3 Hurricane in remote Pacific Ocean

2. 11:27 UTC · Times of India

   ‘Doing everything to protect its ACP’: CJP claims Delhi Police refused to file FIR

3. 11:30 UTC · Times of India

   Leonardo DiCaprio’s foundation helped protect 410,000 sq km of Seychelles ocean

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