Public Service Accountability: Bihar’s health minister ordered CCTV cameras for all government health centres, with a central control room to monitor doctor and nursing attendance and trigger action for negligence. Digital Governance & Privacy: Armenia says its planned IMEI registration system will use a unified device database to curb illegal phones and protect consumers, insisting it won’t collect personal data. Regulatory Tech Oversight: India’s government issued Meta a notice over WhatsApp’s new username feature, citing impersonation and fraud risks and demanding an explanation within three days. AI Governance in Government: The UAE’s ministerial council reviewed plans to adopt agentic AI across federal operations, including cybersecurity and corporate governance. Financial System Reform: Pakistan unveiled a phased, interest-free banking roadmap beyond 2027, including Shariah-compliant monetary policy and converting public debt into compliant instruments. Local Housing Support: Malaysia allocated RM10 million for fishermen housing—repairs and new homes—while noting land-ownership issues may slow construction. Energy Transition Policy: Ireland closed an EV scrappage scheme hours after launch due to overwhelming demand.