Supreme Court & Corruption Probe: Uttar Pradesh told the Supreme Court its Ram Temple donation case SIT probe is “substantially complete,” with a chargesheet due in days. Burial Rules & Former Leaders: Zambia passed a law giving the government authority to designate burial sites for former presidents and vice presidents, after past disputes over state burial arrangements. AI, Public Safety & Litigation: British Columbia filed a lawsuit in California against OpenAI tied to the Tumbler Ridge mass shooting, alleging the company failed to notify law enforcement after an “alarming” ChatGPT conversation. Local Governance & Project Accountability: In Cambodia’s Kandal province, a concrete road dispute and commune fund misuse allegations spotlight weak local oversight and the need for top-level intervention. Security & Conflict: Ethiopia’s seven armed groups announced an alliance to overthrow the federal government and push for a transitional administration. Local Government Reform: Scotland’s government floated plans to replace 32 councils with 6–10 regional authorities and up to 160 community authorities, with funding still unclear. School Safety: The Philippines urged stronger coordination on school security, firearm access controls, and mental health support after a deadly South Cotabato shooting. Energy Costs & Policy: Nepal is considering scrapping VAT on electricity after public backlash, while Ireland signaled fuel excise restoration could be delayed if prices stay high.