Competition & Consumer Policy: India’s first Competition Commission of India chair, retired IAS officer Dhanendra Kumar, died after a suspected air-conditioner blast and fire at his Hauz Khas home; police say an electrical inspection is underway and the case is registered under negligence-related sections. Payments & Cross-Border Trade: UPI is expanding beyond India, with active corridors including Bhutan and Nepal—still uneven globally—while travellers are warned about charges, merchant limits, and fraud risks when paying abroad. Agrifood & Rural Markets: Tsirang dairy farmers in Bhutan are getting steadier demand after Tsirang Dairy Product secured a one-year supply deal with Thimphu’s Serkar Dairy, sending about 500 litres of fresh milk daily for Greek yoghurts and other processed products. Copyright & Creative Industry: Bhutan’s creative sector is pushing for stronger copyright enforcement as piracy and AI-assisted copying threaten film and media revenues during consultations on a new Copyright Bill. Forestry & Timber Exports: Bhutan is moving toward Forest Stewardship Council certification, starting with a pilot in Paro, Bumthang, Wangdue Phodrang and Thimphu to improve sustainable timber traceability and access to global markets. Energy Transition: Fuel-price pressure is boosting EV interest in Bhutan, with registrations rising and dealers reporting higher sales, but charging gaps and upfront costs remain barriers. Climate-Resilient Infrastructure: Thimphu’s Dechencholing finally got a flood-resistant bridge after the 2024 flash flood, part of broader satellite-town infrastructure works. Tourism & Hospitality: Rare India added Bhutan’s Zhiwaling to its curated portfolio, highlighting heritage-led luxury and sustainability credentials.