UPI Fee Fight in India: Modi’s government is set to introduce Merchant Discount Rate charges for some UPI business payments, sparking backlash over whether merchants are being forced to absorb new costs. Greek Politics: A new Marc poll finds Prime Minister Mitsotakis’s latest economic package has barely moved support for New Democracy amid a fragmented opposition. Diplomacy Under Strain: A former U.S. diplomat says China likely won’t block U.S.-North Korea talks, but also won’t be a “central” player—while Iran and Sweden escalate expulsions of diplomats in tit-for-tat moves. Education & Curriculum: New Zealand’s Waitangi Tribunal findings are pushing Montessori groups to demand a pause and rewrite of the national curriculum; in Pennsylvania, proposed disease-outbreak rules raise alarms about government authority in schools. Government Accountability: India reports government vehicles racking up nearly 85,000 traffic cases with only 2% of fines paid; Australia weighs banning smart glasses in government buildings over espionage and data-leak fears. Energy & Industry: South Australia commits $109m to help struggling wine growers transition and boost demand; New Zealand’s LNG debate heats up as groups urge the government to delay binding contracts.