Consumer Protection & Pricing: India’s consumer panel ordered Reliance Retail to refund expired noodles and pay ₹20,000 after a minor fell ill, saying shoppers can’t be expected to check every expiry label. Food Safety Crackdown: Sri Lanka’s consumer authority raided a train and supermarkets over overpriced and poorly labeled goods, pushing for tighter shop registration to curb price hikes. Insurance Accountability: A Chandigarh commission upheld compensation for a stolen truck even though an insurer cited missing route permit, saying the paperwork issue wasn’t linked to the theft. Retail & Customer Experience: Waitrose changed “feminine” period aisle signage to “period care,” while keeping a “men’s toiletries” section. Tech & Consumer Impact: China’s electronics hub is seeing memory and SSD shortages that are driving up PC build costs for buyers. Energy & Utilities: Storms left thousands without power and water issues lingered after Super Typhoon Bavi, with authorities urging conservation and boil-water precautions. Finance & Switching: UK banks are offering up to £300 for account switches, with eligibility and credit checks varying by offer. Policy Watch: North Carolina lawmakers advanced limits on hemp-derived THC drinks/edibles, including a 21+ purchase age.