India GDP Beat: India’s FY26 real GDP growth came in at 7.7%, beating expectations, with Q4 accelerating to 7.8%, as MoSPI pointed to strong investment and capital formation. Policy Messaging: PM Modi and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh both framed the numbers as proof of resilience amid global uncertainty. RBI & Rupee Watch: Analysts say RBI’s latest policy moves could shift the rupee narrative toward inflows, with expectations of large FX support even as rate-hike pressure remains if inflation stays sticky. Kenya Wages & Costs: Kenya’s unions backed a new minimum wage—up 12% for general workers and 15% for agricultural workers—while businesses warn of higher labour costs. Digital Economy Scrutiny: Kenya’s competition regulator is pushing for tighter oversight of online scams and anti-competitive conduct as the digital economy expands. Maharashtra Data Hub: Maharashtra unveiled a ₹16.7L crore plan to build an MMR data hub, aiming to scale data centers while tackling water and power demands. US Jobs Shock: Strong US May jobs growth (172,000) boosted rate-hike odds and hit chip stocks, deepening tech-market volatility. Tax Net Expansion: Pakistan launched a simplified fixed-tax scheme for small shop owners (1% of turnover up to Rs200m), easing POS and audit burdens. Cuba Waste Crisis: Fuel shortages have stalled trash pickup in Havana, worsening sanitation risks as garbage piles up. China-Bangladesh BRI: China proposed broader BRI cooperation with Bangladesh covering trade, energy, digital, green development, health, and maritime links. Cyprus Growth: Cyprus posted 0.2% QoQ GDP growth in Q1 2026, with telecom connectivity deals adding to the business backdrop.