Manipur Census/NRC Standoff: The Campaign for Just and Fair Delimitation (JFD) escalated protests with torch rallies and marches to Deputy Commissioner offices, demanding the National Register of Citizens (NRC) be updated and IDPs resettled before any census proceeds, while police tightened security. Odisha “Vande Mataram” Complaint: Odisha BJP’s youth wing filed a police complaint against Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge, Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi, alleging they obstructed or disrespected the full singing of “Vande Mataram,” prompting a silent BJP protest procession. Nigeria Election Watch (Osun): INEC declared Accord Party’s Ademola Adeleke winner of Osun’s governorship race, with Tinubu calling for unity and Adeleke promising to heal post-election tensions and expand governance. Higher Ed Reform Debate (Malaysia): UTM’s vice-chancellor backed repeal of the AUKU law as a chance to rebuild a more inclusive, accountable university system with institutional autonomy tied to transparency. Public Accountability (Nigeria/Anambra): A security expert and human-rights voices renewed calls to reopen the 2002 Igwe murder case after questions about alleged links to a security adviser. Local Governance & Services: Blackpool residents say new food-waste bin collections are worsening flies and odours, while York’s Green Party pressed for action over sinkholes and road collapse concerns. Civic Activism in Universities (Bangladesh): Dhaka University hall protests over allegations against a provost turned into a clash with student activists, leaving at least six injured.