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DLS cut the match to a 20-over chase of 234; Pakistan finished 83/7. Wolvaardt (90) and Kapp (68*) set up South Africa’s 312/5 in 40 overs. Sidra Nawaz top-scored for Pakistan with 22*; Sandhu took 3/45. The win put South Africa atop the table as Pakistan’s campaign ended.
Sanae Takaichi won parliament’s votes to become Japan’s first woman PM. A coalition deal with Ishin helped, but the bloc remains short of a clear majority. Markets rallied on stimulus hopes even as debt and inflation risks loom. Her cabinet named two women, including the first female finance minister. She promises stronger defense, tighter US ties and constitutional revision.
Oil cargoes are stranded at ports after Sindh reinstated 100% IDC guarantees. Industry warns of nationwide station dry-outs within days without relief. OCAC says IDC adds over Rs3/litre and urges immediate cargo clearance. Calls grow for a policy solution and federal alignment on pricing jurisdiction.
COAS Asim Munir said action is underway against India-linked proxies in Balochistan. He framed youth engagement and development as keys to long-term stability. Munir warned any breach of Pakistan’s territorial integrity will be met decisively. Officials note Balochistan and KP have absorbed most recent violence nationwide.
Washington and Canberra signed a minerals deal to diversify away from China. Each side plans $1bn in near-term investments and a price floor for key minerals. EXIM signaled $2.2bn in financing; a gallium refinery is planned in Western Australia. Trump reaffirmed support for AUKUS while taking a swipe at Ambassador Kevin Rudd.
A new WPV1 case in Torghar lifts Pakistan’s 2025 total to 30. KP leads the count with 19 cases, followed by Sindh with nine. September surveillance found 44 positive sewage samples out of 127. Authorities press on with campaigns reaching 44m+ children and a South KP drive.
Records point to an interagency group coordinating Trump’s agenda against alleged past government “weaponisation.” Officials say the group implements a presidential order; the White House and ODNI defend the effort in principle. Reuters identified 39 people linked to the working group across multiple agencies. ODNI disputes claims of targeting individuals, and key operational details remain unclear. Lawmakers have pressed for disclosures on the group’s composition and activities.
A portion of the White House East Wing is being demolished to build a new ballroom. Trump says private donors and himself will cover costs estimated above $250 million. The venue is planned to hold up to 999 guests with views of the Washington Monument. The East Wing, erected in 1942, has struggled with space limits for modern events. The White House did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
Sanae Takaichi won a lower-house vote and is on track to be sworn in as Japan’s first woman PM. Her coalition arithmetic and conservative profile point to continuity with a harder edge on some policies. Equity markets reacted positively, betting on economic steadiness under the new leadership. Formal upper-house approval and an evening swearing-in were expected. She faces inflation, social policy debates and security priorities from day one.
KSE-100 notched another record intraday high as momentum persisted. Optimism stems from the IMF staff-level deal and upbeat earnings expectations. September posted a $110m current account surplus, surprising forecasters. Analysts caution the Q1 deficit still totals $594m, limiting near-term relief. Privatisation signals and expected Saudi inflows also buoyed sentiment.
An Islamabad court issued a non-bailable warrant for ex-KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur. The order cites his repeated absence in an arms and liquor case heard by a magistrate. Police have been told to arrest and produce him; the next hearing is Oct 28. The case adds to PTI’s wider legal troubles following post-May 2023 unrest.
• Tom Cruise and Ana de Armas have not confirmed any romance. • Sources say they remain close friends and keep in touch regularly. • De Armas is currently single, per insiders. • The duo are eyeing a future film collaboration titled “Deeper.” • No production timeline or further details have been announced.
