South Korea hit by massive digital outage after a data centre fire suspected from an expired LG Energy battery, disrupting 600+ government services.

Pakistan may raise fuel prices by Rs 2 to Rs 4.65 per litre from October 1. OGRA submits summary to government, with final decision pending.

Azad Kashmir sees shutter down and wheel jam strike by Public Action Committee, halting markets, transport, and phone services over 38-point demands.

IMF asks Pakistan for updates on anti-money laundering, governance reforms, and transparency as $7bn loan negotiations continue in the Finance Ministry.

Supreme Court suspends IHC order restraining Justice Tariq Jahangiri over fake degree allegations, reinstating him while issuing notices to parties.

Iran executes Bahman Choubi-asl, accused of being “one of the most important spies” for Israel’s Mossad, as tensions with Israel intensify.

President Trump to attend rare Quantico meeting of US generals, praising them as “cherished leaders” as Hegseth promotes ‘warrior ethos.’ ...

OpenAI responds to complaints from ChatGPT subscribers over hidden model switching, as users say safety rules limit access to preferred AI models.

BCCI vows protest at ICC meeting over Asia Cup 2025 trophy row with ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi after India refused to accept the award.

Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill face backlash after sharing fake trophy photos online as India never received the real Asia Cup.

A former Marine opened fire at a Michigan church, killing four and injuring eight before police shot him dead. FBI calls it an act of targeted violence.

PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi criticized Modi’s war-linked remarks and condemned India’s refusal to accept the Asia Cup 2025 trophy, calling it against sportsmanship.