Nuclear Security: A Reuters report says ransomware group World Leaks posted nearly 19,000 files tied to India’s Kudankulam nuclear plant on the dark web, with contractor Reliance Group admitting a partial breach on a third-party server—raising “serious” safety concerns. Trade & Tech: India-UK CETA and the social security pact came into force, cutting tariffs for 99% of Indian exports and boosting services and mobility, while FICCI and Nasscom called it a win for tech collaboration. EU Cooperation: India and the EU’s third Trade and Technology Council in Brussels pushed joint work on AI, semiconductors, quantum, clean tech and resilient supply chains, with Horizon Europe association talks starting. Energy Grid: An EAC-PM paper warns solar is changing India’s net load fast, arguing for rapid energy storage to keep grids stable as demand swings. Clean Energy & Waste-to-Energy: Delhi’s MCD and NDDB signed an MoU to set up compressed bio-gas plants to cut Yamuna pollution, and Akasa Air with BPCL inked an SAF adoption framework. EVs & Consumer Tech: Kia opened Syros EV pre-bookings at Rs 25,000 with 500+ km range claims, while Realme launched Narzo 100x 5G with an 8,000mAh battery. Space & Industry: Skyroot’s Vikram-I private orbital rocket is in final launch prep at Sriharikota. Governance: Delhi Cabinet approved a bill to fine officials up to Rs 5,000 per case for delayed time-bound services. Health & Science: President Murmu urged Ayurveda students to use scientific research and new technologies at Saushrutam 2026.