Food Safety Crackdown (India): FSSAI has barred sale of specific liquor variants including Old Monk, Bagpiper, Royal Challenge and Antiquity Blue after tests found artificial flavouring and alleged label issues, with the government later clarifying the focus is on flavours mimicking standard spirits and misleading age claims. Hospitality Expansion (Singapore): Little Farms opens “The Bloomhouse” at Singapore Botanic Gardens—an all-day, produce-forward dining spot plus a grab-and-go picnic kiosk—marking the brand’s 10th anniversary. New Openings (Singapore): Cold Storage launches “On The Go” convenience stores across 58 Esso stations, pushing quick grab-and-go formats. Restaurant & Brand Growth (Philippines): bhc opens its first Philippine store in Quezon City, tailoring a mall-friendly menu with local-style spaghetti and chicken combos. Ingredient Trade (South Korea/Japan): NongHyup ships Japan its first export of raw laver (“woncho gim”), aiming to scale into Japan’s premium ingredient market. Tech for Delivery Safety (China): JD.com rolls out an AI smart helmet for food couriers with voice prompts and hygiene/handling assistance. Food Business Disruption (Thailand): A fire destroys a Phuket resort restaurant and onsen spa in Karon; no injuries reported. Controversy Watch (UK/India): A Glasgow Indian restaurant deletes its Instagram after Commonwealth Games boxer Lovlina Borgohain flags an India map missing the Northeast; the venue apologises and says it will correct branding.