1) BSF Launches First All-Women Drone Unit – Durga Drone Squadron

• The Border Security Force (BSF) has launched its first all-women drone operations unit, named the Durga Drone Squadron, at the School of Drone Warfare in Gwalior.
• The squadron will handle surveillance, reconnaissance, anti-drone tasks, and search-and-rescue operations along sensitive border areas.
• This initiative significantly strengthens women’s participation in national security and high-tech border management.

2) Godrej Aerospace Delivers Human-Rated L110 Vikas Engine to ISRO

• Godrej Aerospace has delivered India’s first human-rated L110 Vikas engine to ISRO for the Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission.
• A human-rated engine ensures highest standards of safety, reliability, and performance for carrying astronauts.
• This marks a major step toward India’s goal of launching its first crewed mission to space.

3) India & Nepal Exchange Letter of Exchange to Enhance Rail Connectivity

• India and Nepal exchanged a Letter of Exchange to improve rail-based freight movement via the Jogbani–Biratnagar corridor.
• The agreement enables direct cargo movement from Indian ports to Nepali customs facilities, boosting trade, logistics efficiency, and regional integration.

4) Gulf Cooperation Council Approves One-Stop Travel System

• The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has approved a One-Stop Travel System, allowing travellers to complete all immigration, customs, and security checks at one point.
• The system aims to simplify movement, support tourism and business, and strengthen regional connectivity among the six GCC nations.

5) India Receives Best Performing State Award under Jal Sanchay Bhagidari Initiative

• India was recognized as the Best Performing State under the Jal Sanchay Bhagidari initiative, which focuses on community-led water conservation.
• The award highlights India’s efforts in groundwater recharge, rainwater harvesting, and sustainable water management practices.

6) Climate Change Gallery of National Council of Science Museums Wins CIMUSET Award

• The Climate Change Gallery – “On the Edge?” of the National Council of Science Museums in Kolkata received the CIMUSET Award.
• It was honoured for its innovative presentation of climate science, disaster awareness, and sustainability education for the public.

7) India & Central Asian Nations Conclude Strategic Cyber Exercise in New Delhi

• India concluded a Strategic Cyber Exercise with Central Asian countries in New Delhi.
• The exercise aimed to enhance cooperation in cybersecurity, cyber threat response, digital infrastructure protection, and tackling cybercrimes.

8) Two Odisha Beaches Retain Blue Flag Global Certification

• Two beaches in Odisha have once again received the prestigious Blue Flag certification, maintaining world-class standards for cleanliness, safety, environmental management, and eco-tourism.
• Blue Flag recognition helps boost global tourism credibility of India’s coastal destinations.

9) India to Develop World’s Deepest Underwater Laboratory (6000 Metres Depth)

• India will develop the world’s deepest underwater research laboratory at a depth of 6,000 metres.
• The lab will support deep-sea exploration, minerals research, marine biodiversity studies, and strengthen India’s Blue Economy ambitions.