Indonesia Economy: Indonesia’s Q2 growth eased to 5.3% (Apr–Jun) from 5.6% as household spending and government outlays held up the numbers, though analysts warn higher rates could slow momentum. South Asia Youth Politics: A week of youth-led unrest across Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, India and Pakistan is pushing a common demand for transparency, justice and equal opportunity. Bangladesh Power Struggle: Ex-PM Sheikh Hasina renewed her call to lift the ban on her Awami League and said she will return in December, while accusing the post-2024 leadership of fear and political persecution. Assam Floods: Assam’s monsoon toll rose to 95 deaths, with 1.6 lakh people affected across hundreds of villages and rivers still above danger levels. Jharkhand Exams: JPSC-JSSC aspirants’ protest in Ranchi hit day 12 as the state reached out for talks and promised action on alleged recruitment irregularities. Philippines–Singapore Trade: Manila is pitching itself as a regional production and services hub for Singapore firms, targeting sectors from semiconductors to digital services. Govt Service Speed: India says grievance disposal on CPGRAMS averages 13 days for central ministries, with 15.2 lakh complaints logged in 2026 so far. Haryana Governance: Haryana CM Nayab Saini highlighted merit and transparency in education, while CM Nayab Saini also backed Saraswati River revival as a tourism and water push. Maritime Crisis: India repatriated 4,052 stranded seafarers amid the West Asia crisis, with support including medical help and compensation for families.