1) India Joins Brazil-Led ‘Tropical Forests Forever’ Facility as an Observer
- India has joined the Brazil-led “Tropical Forests Forever” facility as an observer.
- The initiative focuses on protecting tropical forests, promoting sustainable land use, and enhancing global climate action.
2) United States Test-Fires the Minuteman III ICBM
- The United States successfully test-fired the Minuteman III Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM).
- This routine test is part of maintaining the readiness, accuracy, and reliability of the U.S. nuclear deterrent system.
3) Mumbai Ranked Asia’s Happiest City in Time Out Survey
- Mumbai has been ranked Asia’s happiest city, according to a recent Time Out survey.
- The ranking reflects positive public sentiment regarding culture, community, food, nightlife, and overall life satisfaction.
4) Kazakhstan to Join the Abraham Accords
- Kazakhstan announced its decision to join the Abraham Accords.
- This strengthens the diplomatic framework promoting peace, economic cooperation, and normalization of ties between participating nations and Israel.
5) BIMSTEC India Marine Research Network Conference Held in Kochi, Kerala
- The BIMSTEC India Marine Research Network Conference was held in Kochi, Kerala.
- The conference focused on marine research collaboration, sustainable ocean practices, and capacity-building among BIMSTEC member nations.
6) Chennai Receives Award for Best Public Transport System at 18th Urban Mobility India
- Chennai received the award for the Best Public Transport System at the 18th Urban Mobility India conference.
- The recognition highlights Chennai’s advancements in integrated mobility, bus modernization, and sustainable transport initiatives.
