PIMS Fire Probe: Islamabad police have wrapped up their inquiry into the PIMS hospital fire, compiling officer statements and CCTV footage, and will send the report to the interior ministry for next steps. Cyber Defence: Ahead of Defence Day, the National Cyber Emergency Response Team has ordered special cyber control rooms and round-the-clock monitoring by the NSOC from Sept 5-7. Wildlife Panic in Islamabad: A Bengal tiger and two cubs were spotted in Gulberg Greens, triggering high alert and warnings for residents to stay indoors. Fuel Costs: OGRA raised petrol by Rs2.84 to Rs349/litre and HSD by Rs2.28 to Rs374.31/litre, extending a week of price hikes. Economy & Markets: Pakistan’s trade deficit jumped 18% to $7.1bn in two months as imports outpaced exports; the IMF again pointed to Pakistan as a reform and debt-management example. Eurobond Boost: Finance Minister Aurangzeb said the successful dual-tranche $3bn Eurobond reflects investor confidence. Karachi Protests: Karachi shut down in a JI-led strike over the petroleum levy and IPP deals, with markets, schools and courts disrupted. Health & Rights: Lahore High Court ruled that living in a marital relationship with a girl under 18 can amount to child abuse, even with consent. Agriculture & Climate: Pakistan’s dryland restoration work was highlighted at UNCCD COP17, while NDMA issued a 72-hour flood alert for northern areas.