1) MOP-37: Meeting of the Parties to the Montreal Protocol Held in Nairobi, Kenya
- The 37th Meeting of the Parties (MOP-37) to the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer was held in Nairobi, Kenya.
- The meeting reviewed global progress in phasing out ozone-depleting substances (ODS), implementation of the Kigali Amendment, and strategies to eliminate hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs).
- Discussions focused on strengthening monitoring frameworks, preventing illegal ODS trade, and investing in ozone-friendly, energy-efficient technologies.
2) India Ranked 9th (1995–2024) in Germanwatch Climate Risk Index 2026
- India ranked 9th in the Global Climate Risk Index 2026 (assessment period 1995–2024), released by Germanwatch.
- The ranking indicates India’s high exposure to extreme weather events, including cyclones, floods, heatwaves, and landslides.
- The index highlights the need for strong climate adaptation policies and resilient infrastructure across vulnerable states.
3) Sixth Edition of India–Vietnam Military Exercise VINBAX-25 Held in Hanoi
- The 6th edition of Exercise VINBAX-25 between the Indian Army and Vietnam People’s Army was conducted in Hanoi, Vietnam.
- The exercise focuses on UN peacekeeping operations, joint tactical drills, humanitarian assistance, and disaster-relief coordination.
- VINBAX strengthens India’s defence cooperation with Vietnam, especially under the Act East Policy.
4) Winners of the Earthshot Prize 2025 Announced in Rio, Brazil
- The Earthshot Prize 2025, one of the world’s leading environmental awards, was announced in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
- The award recognizes five winners across categories such as:
- Protect and Restore Nature
- Clean Our Air
- Revive Our Oceans
- Build a Waste-Free World
- Fix Our Climate
- It honours global innovators offering high-impact, scalable environmental solutions.
5) Maharashtra Received Best State Award in the 6th National Water Awards 2024
- Maharashtra won the Best State Award at the 6th National Water Awards (2024).
- The state was recognized for its efforts in water conservation, irrigation management, ** groundwater recharge**, and community-driven water initiatives like Jalyukt Shivar.
- The award highlights Maharashtra’s leadership in sustainable water resource management.
6) Shailesh Chandra Became the First Indian to Lead OICA
- Shailesh Chandra has become the first Indian to head OICA (Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d’Automobiles), the global body of automobile manufacturers.
- His leadership marks a major milestone for India in the global automotive sector.
- OICA plays a key role in framing international automotive standards, industry regulations, and policy coordination.
