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India exercised its right of reply at the UN General Assembly after Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's remarks, with Indian diplomat Petal Gahlot criticising Pakistan's military influence, terrorism record and statements on Kashmir and religious intolerance.

Pakistani security forces reportedly killed several Afghan Taliban fighters during a border clash in Balochistan after alleged attempts to enter Pakistani territory. The escalation followed Pakistan’s air and drone strikes on Afghanistan, which Kabul said killed four civilians

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif declined to answer reporters’ questions at the UN over Lashkar-e-Taiba chief Hafiz Saeed and allegations of terrorism links. The episode followed India’s criticism of Pakistan at the UN over cross-border terrorism and governance issues

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met Bangladesh’s Tarique Rahman and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the sidelines of UNGA, pledging stronger bilateral cooperation with both countries. Discussions covered trade, investment, connectivity, regional developments, de-escalation, diplomacy and regional peace efforts

Iran is increasingly relying on land routes through Turkiye and Pakistan as a US naval blockade disrupts maritime trade. Truck queues at border crossings have surged, causing prolonged delays, reduced driver incomes and supply challenges, while officials seek infrastructure and operational measures

The Balochistan Liberation Front and Baloch Republican Guards claimed responsibility for multiple attacks targeting Pakistani military and police forces and infrastructure across Balochistan between September 13 and 20. The groups claimed casualties among security personnel and damage to communications and other facilities

The Ministry of External Affairs said Pakistan must take credible action against cross-border terrorism before the international community believes its commitments. The remarks came after Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir said the armed forces were determined to defeat terrorism

India’s women’s table tennis team defeated Pakistan 3-0 to top Group F and qualify for the Asian Games quarterfinals with three wins from three. The men’s team beat Indonesia but lost to Iran and will face Pakistan in their final group match

Pakistan and China have operationalised a joint commission to manage their common border, focusing on security and trade connectivity. India rejected the mechanism, saying it has no legal basis to decide arrangements involving Indian territory under illegal occupation, including Shaksgam Valley

India told the UN Security Council that key 9/11 plotters were found in settled communities in Pakistan, not remote hideouts, and alleged that a similar permissive environment continues to support terror groups including Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed.

Joe Root credited Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes for laying the foundation for England’s success after the hosts completed a 3-0 Test series sweep of Pakistan. Root also praised stand-in coach Marcus Trescothick and hailed the team’s ability to handle pressure

England strengthened their position in the World Test Championship standings after completing a 3-0 series sweep of Pakistan at Edgbaston. Their PCT rose to 38.54 per cent, while Pakistan slipped further to 14.81 per cent

Five ISKP militants, including key commander Imran alias Abdullah, were killed in a CTD operation at Shamshatu refugee camp near Peshawar. Imran was wanted in 20 terrorism cases involving bomb blasts, target killings and other attacks across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

At least four people, including children, were killed and several injured after Frontier Corps personnel allegedly shelled homes in Balochistan’s Mastung district. The incident triggered an indefinite protest, while recent drone strikes and reports of disappearances heightened concerns over civilian safety 

Nashra Sandhu claimed a maiden six-wicket haul in T20Is as Pakistan defeated Hong Kong by 72 runs in the Women’s Asia Cup. The victory secured Pakistan’s semi-final berth, where they will face Sri Lanka on September 11

India thrashed Pakistan by seven wickets in the Women’s Asia Cup, with young spinners Shree Charani and Prema Rawat taking three wickets each to bowl Pakistan out for 55. Harmanpreet Kaur and Deepti Sharma completed the chase comfortably

India’s security planners are considering a unified intelligence grid to strengthen coordination among central and state agencies. Rising threats include terrorism, surveillance, disinformation, narcotics smuggling through drones and cyber-linked activities. Greater integration of HUMINT, technical and counter-intelligence could enhance threat prevention

The ISI is reportedly shifting its honey-trapping operations from Pakistan to smaller Indian towns, using AI-generated images and videos to target recruits and officials. Intelligence agencies face growing challenges, with recent reports indicating increased attempts to obtain sensitive defence information

Delhi Police Special Cell busted a Pakistan-linked ISI espionage network, arresting a young couple accused of sending Indian SIM cards to Pakistan and facilitating access to sensitive information. Investigators also alleged the husband was tasked with recruiting individuals for reconnaissance of cantonment areas

Congress questioned former CDS Gen Anil Chauhan’s remarks on China-Pakistan cooperation during Operation Sindoor, alleging they contradicted comments by Lt Gen Rahul Singh in 2025. Jairam Ramesh asked whether the Modi government was deliberately changing the narrative on China