FIFA Power Struggle: Infantino’s plan to spin off and sell FIFA’s commercial arm has triggered backlash from within FIFA, major confederations including the AFC, and member associations—setting up fresh pressure ahead of March elections. ASEAN Football: Vietnam edged Malaysia 2-0 in the first leg of the ASEAN Championship semifinal, with Rafaelson’s form again proving decisive as the return shifts to Hanoi. Handball in Jordan: Kuwait and Qatar have been drawn for the 11th Asian Men’s Youth Handball Championship in Amman, with both groups shaped by the security-driven withdrawal of Japan and Taiwan. Naga Independence Commemoration: The Global Naga Forum marked the 79th anniversary of Naga Independence with an international hybrid gathering featuring Indigenous leaders and UN experts. Maldives Energy Relief: The ADB approved a $50m loan to support Maldives’ energy security and ease fiscal strain from higher fuel prices. India Education Admin: India’s UGC-NET June 2026 will be re-conducted for English, Commerce and Sociology after errors were found in question papers. Vande Mataram Row: BJP and youth wings escalated protests and police complaints over alleged disrespect during Congress I-Day events, while Congress denies wrongdoing. Aviation & Trade: Navi Mumbai International Airport launched its first dedicated international freighter flight from Hong Kong, part of a broader cargo expansion. Sports Spotlight: PV Sindhu said she’s energized by a home-crowd Worlds and aims to take it match by match.