India Solar DCR Update: India’s DCR-compliant solar module manufacturing hit ~18GW in Jan–Sep 2026, but sales lagged at ~16.99GW, leaving a ~0.92GW gap—MNRE/NISE portal data shows output strength in mid-year, with August the peak month. India Social Media for Minors: India’s Supreme Court asked the Centre to examine statutory safeguards for children under 18 creating social media accounts, focusing on minors’ contract capacity and whether intermediary rules need legal backing. NHRC vs Child Use Online: India’s NHRC took cognizance of allegations that a coaching centre in Etah used minors in repeated objectionable political social media videos, directing police and Meta for action reports and account scrutiny. US-China Arms Claim Denied: Trump rejected reports that he proposed selling US military hardware to China, while a State Department note says defence sales to China are barred by federal law. China Economy Watch: A Reuters poll points to China’s factory activity returning to growth in September after two months of contraction, with policy support still needed. APAC Media/Marcom Deal: Cosmo5 acquired Singapore-based Brew Group to deepen performance, media buying, creative, influencer and marketing tech capabilities across Asia-Pacific. Japan Sports & Culture: Japanese pro volleyball player Rui Takahashi came out as gay, joining a small group of openly LGBTQ athletes in Japan. Brunei Aviation: Royal Brunei Airlines won “Asia’s Leading Cabin Crew” for the fifth time since 2020 at the World Travel Awards.