India Security & Courts: India’s NIA court framed charges against Popular Front of India leaders and office bearers under conspiracy, terror-related offences and UAPA after a 2022 crackdown. India Economy & Markets: India reported FY26 GDP growth of 7.7% (Q4 7.8%) and raised its FY26 growth estimate to 7.7%, while also exempting foreign investors and BIS from capital gains tax on government securities to support the rupee. India-US Trade: Trade minister Piyush Goyal said the first tranche of the India-US trade deal could be signed by mid-July as talks close “open ends,” amid renewed US tariff threats. India Digital Governance: Delhi Police registered an FIR after CBSE complained of coordinated cyber attacks on its post-result portal; separately, India’s public Wi‑Fi debate is heating up as telcos question PM‑WiFi’s relevance. China Financial Regulation: China issued its first top-level roadmap for private funds, aiming to curb risks and tighten oversight while steering capital toward innovation. China-Taiwan Flashpoint: Taiwan said Chinese and Taiwanese coast guards standoff near the Pratas Islands, with China entering restricted waters despite warnings. Japan Policy & Social Media: Japan is considering new limits on minors’ social media access, focusing on practical age verification methods rather than blanket bans. India-Pakistan: India lodged a strong protest over Pakistan’s planned Gilgit-Baltistan elections, calling the move a violation of Indian territory. India-Russia Defence: Putin offered joint development and production of Russia’s Su‑57 with India as New Delhi weighs options alongside its AMCA program. Asia-Pacific Energy & Climate: Japan cleared a supplementary budget over Middle East-driven energy pressures, while India’s clean-energy push continues to spotlight hydropower’s role in stabilizing renewables.