Andhra Pradesh Knowledge Push: CM N. Chandrababu Naidu backed the PanIIT Andhra Pradesh Summit 2026, saying IIT alumni (about 5 lakh nationwide) can help turn the state into a global knowledge hub. Telangana Water Loss: Telangana’s second water bodies census shows 10,371 water bodies vanished in eight years, with most losses in rural ponds—an issue for irrigation and farm resilience. Farmer Insurance Delay: Telangana’s Rythu Bima claims remain pending or returned after the state stopped paying LIC premiums, leaving families without coverage. Health in Farm Areas: Nepal reported 131 Japanese encephalitis cases this year, with most infections linked to communities near paddy fields and pig farms; vaccination campaigns are underway. Food System Forum: Global Food Week 2026 opens in Abu Dhabi (Oct 6-8) with FAO and WOAH among partners, focusing on food security and agrifood transformation. Post-Harvest Boost (Cambodia): Japan’s KUSANONE grant ($164k) will upgrade Kratie cashew post-harvest facilities with warehouses, drying yards and moisture testers. Agritourism Grants: Airbnb will fund 25-30 farmers/ranchers with up to $10,000 to host guests and diversify farm income. Climate-to-COP31 Youth Input: Asia-Pacific youth were urged to turn climate ideas into COP31 recommendations, including climate-smart agriculture and disaster preparedness.