US-China Auto Clash: Senators Elissa Slotkin and Bernie Moreno say a bill to ban China-linked internet-connected vehicles is close to passage, but stalled amid holdouts ahead of Xi’s visit. Fuel Economy Rollback: Trump approved substantially lower U.S. fuel-economy standards through 2031, moving to unwind Biden-era EV push and potentially cut compliance costs and prices. South Asia Trade Push: India’s Uttar Pradesh targets exports rising from ~Rs 2 lakh crore to Rs 5 lakh crore by 2030, citing FTAs, industrial parks, and trade-show deals. Bangladesh Growth Plan: Finance adviser Titumir says Bangladesh aims to become a trillion-dollar economy by 2034 via investment, production, jobs, and diaspora-linked tech transfer. Bihar Minerals Bet: Geological finds worth over ₹21,000 crore could lift mining revenue above ₹5,000 crore annually, though turning reserves into operating mines remains the hurdle. Nepal Power Disruption: Floods and landslides damaged transmission and hydropower, hitting generation and electricity supply while repair teams mobilize. Israel’s Basket Ends: Israel’s discounted “Israel’s Basket” pilot ends Oct 14, with prices expected to rise and Carrefour launching a yearlong promo. Türkiye Energy & Food Security: Renewables now drive 62.9% of Türkiye’s installed power capacity, while cattle import permits are being reduced as domestic livestock grows. Nigeria SEZ Reform: Nigeria moves to tighten special economic zone rules to protect legitimate incentives while closing free-zone loopholes. Global Skills Signal: WorldSkills Shanghai highlights demand shifting toward digital, smart manufacturing, and AI-shaped job roles.