India Aviation Fuel Relief: India’s cabinet approved a $1B jet-fuel price stabilization fund to help airlines absorb ATF hikes amid West Asia tensions, with officials framing it as a shield for carriers and a boost for air connectivity. Flex-Fuel Push: Maruti Suzuki launched India’s first flex-fuel Wagon R (E20–E100), while ministers outlined plans to expand ethanol dispensing stations from dozens in key cities to 5,000 by 2027, aiming to cut crude imports and support rural ethanol demand. Japan Storm Disruptions: Tropical Storm Jangmi battered Japan, triggering power cuts for tens of thousands, flooding and landslide warnings, and disrupting rail and air travel. Maritime Development in India: West Bengal is set to become eastern India’s maritime hub with a ₹19,209 crore port-led investment roadmap through 2031. China–Europe Trade Tensions: Reports say Brussels is preparing a crackdown on subsidized Chinese imports, with Beijing warning of retaliation—raising the risk of a broader trade war. UAE Airspace Resilience: The UAE shared how civil-military coordination kept airspace open during the Iran conflict, protecting the Gulf’s Europe–Asia air corridor. China Naval Watch: Satellite imagery points to a new Chinese submarine design that appears to lack a traditional sail, fueling speculation about stealth and maneuverability gains. Philippines RIMPAC Return: The Philippine Navy sent off a contingent for RIMPAC 2026, marking a return after its last participation in 2022.