Bangladesh Politics: Exiled former PM Sheikh Hasina is set for her first public appearance from India on Aug 5, likely via a virtual address at FCC South Asia in New Delhi, where she is expected to outline future plans and a possible return to Bangladesh, with panelists including her son Sajeeb Wazed Joy. India Energy & Industry: India’s solar boom hit a new milestone, with installed solar capacity rising from 3 GW in 2014 to 162.15 GW by June 30, 2026, and 2025 additions of 37 GW helping India surpass the US; coal remains central to power security as coal production rose 7.51% in July while renewables hit record output and cut coal’s share in the generation mix. India Foreign Policy: MEA Secretary Sibi George hosted a UN delegation and reiterated India’s push for a more representative, effective multilateral order ahead of its UNSC bid. Japan-US Currency: Japan and the US carried out coordinated yen support, the first joint intervention since 2011, as Tokyo prepares to announce the action. China Governance & Trade: China defended its economic model favoring advanced industries over consumption ahead of EU/US trade talks, signaling confidence while rejecting “industrial overcapacity” claims. India Domestic Politics & Society: PM Modi launched the “Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat” 100-week drug-free campaign, while India also moved to make reciting Vande Mataram mandatory before the national anthem. Regional Security: PoJK’s second election phase saw chaos and polling delays amid protests and disruptions.