Disaster Response & Accountability: Colombia’s 7.4 earthquake is testing the new government as aid arrives and officials warn hundreds may still be missing, while Venezuela’s parallel transition talks focus on judicial reform and access to frozen assets for recovery. Infrastructure & Land Use: India’s environment panel has approved diversion of 939 hectares of forest land for the Nar-Par-Girna River Link project, despite major displacement and submergence impacts. Governance & Oversight: Telangana’s HYDRAA faces a sharp Telangana High Court rebuke over alleged “parallel government” actions, with the court probing demolitions and land-status claims. Digital Government & Cybersecurity: Qatar is running cybersecurity training centered on data governance and information assurance, while Taiwan reports Chinese hackers used open-source AI to breach government accounts. Public Services & Tech in Welfare: Kerala is partnering with SAS to strengthen social welfare scheme delivery using analytics to improve beneficiary selection and transparency. Road Safety & Driver Licensing: UK Labour under Andy Burnham is considering a mandatory six-month learning period for learner drivers and possible eye-test requirements tied to DWP benefits. Fraud & Trust in Government Online: Singapore removed hundreds of fake government websites impersonating Home Team agencies within about a day. Corporate Governance Reform: Malaysia’s MARA Bill 2026 would tighten board powers, add “fit and proper” criteria, and strengthen financial governance and procurement.