Bangladesh Politics: Ousted PM Sheikh Hasina is set for her first public appearance from India on Aug 5, likely via a virtual event in New Delhi, where she is expected to outline future plans and a proposed return. Migration & Rights: Bangladesh’s foreign ministry, with IOM, urged stronger international cooperation to expand regular migration pathways, protect migrant workers’ rights, and tackle trafficking and smuggling. South Asia Security: Bangladesh police issued a nationwide alert over possible attacks on law-enforcement vehicles, tightening security ahead of the Aug 5 anniversary. India Youth & Drugs: PM Modi launched a nationwide “Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat” drive, echoed by Manipur and other state leaders pushing a drug-free youth agenda. Philippines Connectivity & Energy: DICT said Globe, PLDT and Converge have proposed a $500m undersea fiber network to link the archipelago; meanwhile TransCo seeks higher 2027 renewable feed-in charges. Pacific/ASEAN Culture: Cook Islands communities in New Zealand kicked off Māori language week, while ASEAN Month in the Philippines spotlights people-centered health systems. Regional Economy/Industry: Vietnam’s PV Drilling took ownership of a jack-up rig acquired from Namibia for redeployment, signaling continued offshore drilling demand. Sports: Kuwait named Greek coach Vassilis Bratsiakos for early Asian qualifier preparations.