India-US Trade Talks: US envoy Sergio Gor says only “a handful of issues” remain and the India-U.S. trade deal could be completed within weeks or months, with negotiators now focused on legal language. US-India Diplomacy: Marco Rubio adds that President Donald Trump is likely to visit India early next year, with preparations already underway. India-UK CETA Rollout: Piyush Goyal announces 1,000 advisory personnel and an upgraded trade portal to help firms capture benefits from the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement. West Asia Energy Shock: India restores restrictions on commercial LPG supplies after the Strait of Hormuz reopens, while Crisil warns West Asia tensions may still shave corporate margins in FY27. India-Seychelles Security: PM Modi hands over a “Made in India” fast patrol vessel and other maritime assets to Seychelles, deepening defence and EEZ patrol capacity. China-Bangladesh: Beijing backs Bangladesh’s BRICS bid and SCO partner push, while insisting Teesta cooperation is not aimed at India. Japan Domestic Politics: Japan’s bar association opposes a proposed law criminalising flag damage, warning it could chill protest and speech. Humanitarian/Disaster Response: India launches “Operation Amistad” sending a 41-member relief team to earthquake-hit Venezuela. Regional Politics: Malaysia’s Johor state election nominations set up contests across 56 seats, mixing incumbents and new faces.