1) UAE ADNOC Gas made a $3 billion supply deal with India’s HPCL
- ADNOC Gas (Abu Dhabi National Oil Company) signed a long-term LNG supply agreement worth $3 billion with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited.
- The deal strengthens India’s energy security and ensures stable LNG supplies amid global volatility.
- It reflects deepening India–UAE strategic energy partnership.
Exam angle: Energy security, India–West Asia relations, LNG diplomacy.
2) High Seas Treaty (BBNJ) came into force – New global rules for ocean protection
- The BBNJ Treaty (Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction) provides a legal framework to protect marine biodiversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction (high seas).
- Key provisions:
- Creation of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs)
- Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) for deep-sea activities
- Fair sharing of marine genetic resources
- It is the first legally binding global treaty for high seas conservation under the UNCLOS framework.
Exam angle: Environment conventions, ocean governance, international law.
3) India–Sri Lanka–Maldives conducted 17th Trilateral Coast Guard Exercise “DOSTI” in Maldives
- The 17th edition of Exercise DOSTI was held in Maldives, involving the Coast Guards of:
- India
- Sri Lanka
- Maldives
- Focus areas:
- Maritime security
- Search and rescue operations
- Marine pollution response
- Enhances regional maritime cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR).
Exam angle: Maritime security, regional groupings, IOR strategy.
4) IREDA secured its first international green loan for the Zambia solar project
- Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) raised its first overseas green loan.
- The loan will finance a solar energy project in Zambia, marking India’s expanding role in global clean energy finance.
- Supports India’s commitment to renewable energy leadership and South–South cooperation.
Exam angle: Renewable energy, green finance, international development cooperation.
5) India ranked 16th in the Responsible Nations Index 2026
- India secured 16th position in the Responsible Nations Index 2026.
- The index assesses countries based on:
- Environmental responsibility
- Social governance
- Global cooperation
- The ranking reflects India’s improving role in responsible global governance.
Exam angle: Global indices, India’s international standing.
6) Saina Nehwal retired from her international badminton career
- Major achievements:
- Former World No. 1
- Olympic bronze medalist
- Commonwealth Games & World Championship medalist
- She played a pioneering role in popularising women’s badminton in India.
