High-Speed Rail Build-Out: China is accelerating construction of a second Beijing–Shanghai high-speed link, with crews rotating major beams on the Weifang–Suqian line in Shandong as the country pushes higher rail operating mileage. Rail Rolling Stock Export: India’s RCF Kapurthala will deliver the first rake of 19 LHB coaches to Bangladesh Railway, including AC sleeper/chair cars, non-AC seating and power cars, with safety and local operating tweaks. Aviation Safety & Drug Testing: India’s aviation probe into an Air India Phuket–Delhi incident is widening after reports say the pilot tested positive for marijuana in a confirmatory test, with both pilots reportedly taken off flying duties. Maritime Security: China’s 49th naval escort fleet has departed for the Gulf of Aden and Somali waters, continuing long-running protection of shipping lanes. Logistics & Trade: India and Namibia agreed to deepen trade and cooperation as bilateral merchandise trade hit $592.94m in 2025–26, with a push toward value addition. Energy Storage for Transport: Sodium-ion batteries are gaining traction as China expands output and U.S. firms move toward domestic production, with the chemistry positioned for grid and backup power and emerging vehicle uses. Cross-Strait Tensions: China and Indonesia plan a naval navigation drill east of Taiwan, drawing sharp condemnation from Taipei.