BMTC Reality Check: Karnataka Transport Minister Byrathi Suresh went incognito on Bengaluru buses, got told to get off over a ₹12 change issue, and ordered suspensions after service lapses. Health Accountability: West Bengal Health Minister summoned a woman alleging she lost a leg after ‘Sebaashray’ camp treatment, signaling scrutiny of medical negligence claims. Mental Health Push: Nepal’s health ministry plans a nationwide expansion of mental health services, awareness and hotlines, using schools and community health structures. IMF Stance: Bangladesh’s finance minister said any new IMF programme must protect public interest and economic security, rejecting past conditions. Middle East Diplomacy: Iraq’s prime minister will visit Washington Monday, with oil and gas memorandums expected as Baghdad seeks balanced ties amid US-Iran tensions. UK Murder Probe: Police said there’s no sign Ann Widdecombe’s death was politically motivated after arresting a 28-year-old suspect. Infrastructure After Disaster: Georgia’s infrastructure minister said Telavi flood damage is being assessed and repaired, with agencies mobilized. Defense Procurement: Canada selected Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems as preferred supplier to negotiate its next submarine fleet. Housing Regularisation: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta asked the Centre for ₹100 crore to implement revised PM-UDAY property rights for unauthorised colonies.