Cricket Shake-Up: Pakistan’s Test turmoil deepened as PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi defended the mass squad overhaul ahead of the 3rd Edgbaston Test, while Imam-ul-Haq faces a possible 1–2 year ban after a calf-injury controversy at Lord’s. Royal Visit: The team met King Charles at Clarence House; Naqvi said the King encouraged players and discussed peace and security. England Selection Drama: Brydon Carse was left out of England’s final Test squad after a Derby nightclub arrest, with Sonny Baker retained. Fuel Costs: Petrol rose by Rs2.29 to Rs346.16 and diesel by Rs1.11 to Rs372.03 amid global oil volatility. Health Safety: PM Shehbaz ordered zero leniency for “criminal negligence” linked to the PIMS fire that killed 14 infants, and pushed faster health reforms. Local Governance: Islamabad will shift to three town corporations with 3 mayors and 6 deputy mayors under the new local govt setup. Regional Diplomacy: Pakistan urged India to fully comply with the Indus Waters Treaty after Hague developments, and reiterated optimism for US-Iran talks despite renewed escalation. Minority Rights Row: India condemned the reported demolition of a century-old Hindu temple in Narowal, demanding investigation and restoration. Crime & Security: US and Sri Lanka seized 463kg crystal meth from a Pakistan-linked network, arresting suspects. Tragedy: A British-Irish trekker/runner, Alexander Harris, was found dead after falling into a ravine in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.