Hydrogen Rail Milestone (India): PM Modi flagged off India’s first indigenous hydrogen-powered passenger train on the Jind–Sonipat route, with regular service starting July 19; the 89-km run is set for about two hours at up to 75 km/h with stops at 14 stations. Road Congestion & Repairs (South Asia): Bangladesh plans to modernise public transport with about 1,400 electric buses plus charging infrastructure, while Bangladesh’s road ministry says damaged highways from heavy rains and floods will be repaired fast to restore connectivity. Port & Logistics Progress (West Africa): Ghana’s Transport Minister says Keta Port and Ho Airport revitalisation are moving ahead, with an EPA environmental permit granted and administrative/operational port work about 80% complete, targeting full operations by January 2027. Freight Disruption (Russia–EU): Russia has banned all commercial freight transport by Estonia-registered trucks, removing prior exemptions and expanding restrictions beyond earlier limited categories. Rail Under Attack (Ukraine): Ukraine reports Russian strikes hitting a Svetlyak-class patrol ship in Kerch and a double strike damaging a locomotive and passenger cars in Zaporizhzhia; passengers were evacuated and services continue with added monitoring. Highway Blockages (Ghana/Philippines): A crash involving a heavily loaded articulated truck blocked the Accra–Kumasi highway at Birimso Bridge with diversions in place, while Bukidnon’s Bukidnon–Davao route saw delays after a 100m highway crack from heavy rains. Safety & Enforcement (US/UK): Pinellas County warned residents after four guns were stolen from unlocked vehicles; Scotland’s Glasgow Subway will close for four Sundays for signalling and comms testing ahead of driverless trials.