Cost of Living: The ECB is widely expected to lift rates by 0.25% to 2.25%, a move that could quickly raise mortgage repayments for Ireland’s tracker borrowers and push up broader loan costs. Food Safety & Trust: Pakistan’s president urged safer food practices and stronger compliance across the food chain on World Food Safety Day. Energy Shock & Household Bills: India raised domestic LPG by ₹29 to ₹942 per 14.2-kg cylinder in Delhi, but the government says consumers are still shielded as supply costs top ₹1,600 and under-recovery is absorbed (Ujjwala beneficiaries effectively pay about ₹642). Oil Market Watch: OPEC+ meets as the Iran war disrupts Gulf crude flows; analysts warn announced quota hikes may not cool prices. Consumer Rights in Health: A Maharashtra consumer commission ordered an eye surgeon to pay Rs 7 lakh for failing to obtain valid informed consent before cataract surgery. Beauty & Private Label: Moes Group says it’s ramping up blue copper peptide (GHK-Cu) skincare and haircare manufacturing for private label partners. Packaging Clarity: India standardized edible oil pack sizes again to reduce confusion and improve price comparability. Tech Consumer Impact: IDC warns Middle East conflict could slow global IT spending if energy-driven inflation worsens. Microplastics Research: A $3.3M study at the University of Cincinnati will examine whether microplastics accumulate and harm the heart. Retail & Value: Samsung Galaxy A35 5G is seeing a major Flipkart price cut, dropping far below its launch price. Consumer Protection: Japan reports a rise in electrical repair scams targeting breaker panels, often arranged through misleading online ads.