India EV adoption: India logged record August EV retail sales of 2.98 lakh units (+52.9% y/y), lifting EV penetration to 12.3% as two-wheelers led the surge. India consumer prices: A Reuters poll points to August CPI inflation likely hitting a 20-month high on food and fuel, keeping pressure on the RBI. India fintech push: PM Modi urged fintechs to raise cybersecurity, adopt ethical data protection, and build a Fintech Consumer Protection Index. India crypto crackdown: FIU-IND issued takedown and non-compliance notices to 15 offshore crypto platforms for PMLA gaps. China auto quality drive: Chinese regulators launched a year-long campaign targeting vehicle quality and production consistency, with a push against “pseudo-innovation.” China EV/tech momentum: Xiaomi Auto passed 800,000 cumulative deliveries; Li Auto said its in-house 5C batteries will roll across its lineup. Malaysia retail pressure: Chinese businesses are expanding across Malaysia (salons and restaurants), undercutting local prices and reshaping competition. China healthcare rollout: CMS said initial prescriptions for Silevimig Injection (rabies bispecific antibody) have started in multiple hospitals. India premium chocolate: Ferrero India enters the premium bar segment with Classic Hazelnut and 70% Cocoa Hazelnut, starting via quick commerce. Singapore Airlines-Air India governance: Reuters reports SIA may seek stronger governance safeguards before any new Air India funding.