India–Pakistan Security Outlook: Retired CDS Anil Chauhan warned Pakistan will remain a long-term security concern for India, arguing terrorism and proxy wars will persist even after recent operations. UN Cartography Row: India backed a UNGA push for equal-area world maps but insisted Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh must be shown strictly per India’s official map, calling any “inaccurate” depiction unacceptable. Nepal–Tibet Disaster Fallout: Nepal’s flood and landslide death toll rose to about 1,331–1,344 as rescue teams kept working, including Indian teams clearing the Chilime tunnel; a Chinese customs officer was also reported killed. China Hydropower Pressure: China is proceeding with the Brahmaputra/Yarlung Tsangpo mega-dam despite environmental and seismic concerns raised by India. Japan–Indonesia Maritime Cooperation: Japan plans ODA to upgrade Indonesian fishing ports and support coast-guard patrol stops, aiming to strengthen maritime surveillance amid illegal fishing and smuggling. India Domestic Politics & Democracy: Former CEC SY Quraishi attacked India’s Special Intensive Revision for excluding about 15% of voters, while Rahul Gandhi backed Maharashtra student protests over alleged recruitment exam irregularities. Digital Inclusion Pitch: AAP MP Raghav Chadha used an IPU forum in Uzbekistan to promote UPI–UZCARD interoperability as a model for digital rights and safeguards. Border Development: India’s Vibrant Villages Programme earmarks ₹11,639 crore to upgrade border communities with infrastructure and services tied to national security. Singapore–Air India Deal: Singapore’s senior minister said the government won’t interfere in SIA’s Air India investment decisions, warning against politicising commercial choices. Japan Bear Spray Rules: Japan issued guidance on bear repellent specs and use, citing record-high bear encounters and warning against ineffective products.