Hydrogen Rail Milestone (India): Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off India’s first hydrogen-powered passenger train on the Jind–Sonipat route in Haryana, covering 89 km in about two hours with 12 intermediate stops; the 10-coach set uses a hydrogen fuel-cell system that generates electricity onboard and emits only water vapour, with leak detection and automatic shut-off built in. Hydrogen Rollout Details (India): Northern Railway is expected to announce the commercial start date soon, with officials saying fares should be similar to existing local services. EU Sanctions Clash (Shipping): Greece blocked the latest EU Russia sanctions round over a proposed ban on Russian LNG shipments that would hit Dynagas, arguing the specialized Arctic fleet can’t be easily rerouted. Rail Cooperation (Ukraine–Spain): Ukrzaliznytsia and Spain’s Renfe agreed to cooperate on freight and passenger transport, including gauge-change technologies and intermodal logistics. Port Decarbonization (Italy): Port of Gioia Tauro completed its first “cold ironing” test on a mega containership, powering the vessel from shore electricity and shutting down auxiliary engines. Road Safety Pressure (Canada): Squamish, B.C. mayor urged Sea-to-Sky Highway upgrades after deadly crashes, saying the corridor is “the only road” for connected communities. Freight Market Watch: FTR’s Shippers Conditions Index stayed deeply negative, signaling tough conditions for shippers as capacity and rates remain strained. Rail Safety Tragedy (India): A train struck a school vehicle in West Bengal, killing five including four students, highlighting ongoing level-crossing risks.