More than a dozen former international cricket captains have urged Pakistan’s government to ensure humane treatment and proper medical care for jailed former Prime Minister and 1992 World Cup-winning captain Imran Khan. The appeal highlights concerns about Khan’s health, particularly reported problems with his eyesight, and calls for treatment by doctors of his choice. The captains also stressed that Khan should be treated with dignity and basic human consideration while in prison. The appeal comes amid continuing political and legal tensions surrounding Khan’s imprisonment and growing concerns from his family and supporters about his health and prison conditions. (PC: Reuters)

A retired schoolteacher, his wife and their two children were found dead inside their locked home in Rangpur, Bangladesh, prompting a major police investigation. The bodies of Ganapati Chakraborty, 65, his wife Pritilata, 50, daughter Agami, 23, and son Priyam, 12, were recovered from different parts of the house on Saturday night. Police initially suspect strangulation, though the exact cause of death will be confirmed after autopsy reports. Relatives raised concerns after the family’s phones remained switched off for two days. Police, CID and Detective Branch teams have launched a joint investigation. (PC: India Today)

An Indian man has said he will prioritise travelling within India after a 10-day family trip to Europe during July and August was affected by intense heat. Ashish Nanda said temperatures across several European countries made sightseeing difficult, especially as travel often involved long walks outdoors. He also complained about the limited availability of air conditioning in hotels, restaurants, museums and public transport. The family changed its schedule, visiting attractions early morning and evening while staying indoors during midday. Reflecting on the experience, Nanda said overseas trips would now require careful planning and that India would be his preferred travel destination. (PC: HT)

A 30-year-old pregnant Defence Ministry officer was found dead at her home in Delhi’s Dwarka, with her family alleging mental and physical harassment by her husband and in-laws. Nazia Khanam, an assistant section officer, had married Azam Ali Khan four months ago and was three months pregnant. Her family alleged that she had repeatedly complained of abuse and threats. Her husband told police that she died by suicide after an argument. The family, however, suspects foul play and has sought legal action. Police have registered a case and said further action will depend on the post-mortem report and evidence. (PC: NDTV)

Three FIRs have been filed against 28 named and more than 900 unnamed people following clashes between police and protesting job aspirants in Jharkhand’s Giridih and Hazaribag. Two cases were registered in Giridih after clashes on August 21 and 22, while another was filed in Hazaribag over allegations of obstructing government work and assaulting police personnel. The protests were linked to alleged irregularities in Jharkhand recruitment examinations. Earlier, Ranchi police had also registered three FIRs against 14 named and 200 unidentified people following similar clashes. Thousands of students had joined the protests demanding accountability over the recruitment process. (PC: The Indian Express)

A Panama-flagged bulk carrier, MV Ocean Winner, sank in the Bay of Bengal around 230 nautical miles off Odisha’s Paradip coast, triggering a major search and rescue operation. The vessel had 24 crew members, including 20 Chinese, three Myanmarese and one Bangladeshi national. Two crew members were rescued from separate liferafts, while 22 others remain missing. The Indian Coast Guard has deployed three ships to intensify the search operation. The ship sank on August 22, though the cause of the incident remains unclear. Authorities are continuing rescue efforts as they search for the missing crew members. (PC: X)

India is witnessing a growing microdrama boom, driven largely by Gen Z viewers consuming short, mobile-first fiction. These shows feature episodes lasting one or two minutes, making them easy to watch while travelling or between daily tasks. China’s microdrama industry is already worth around $10 billion, while India’s market is still developing. Industry executives believe India’s huge smartphone base, digital payment ecosystem and long tradition of serialised storytelling could fuel growth. Story TV COO GSN Aditya said viewers spend more than 95 minutes daily on the platform. The Indian microdrama market is projected to reach $4.5 billion by 2030. (PC: NDTV)

Jaish-e-Mohammed has rebuilt its Markaz Subhan Allah headquarters in Pakistan’s Bahawalpur, 15 months after the complex was heavily damaged in India’s Operation Sindoor strikes, according to visuals accessed by India Today TV. The facility has been restored with fresh construction, rebuilt domes and renovated structures. Intelligence inputs cited in the report said Pakistan provided funds for the reconstruction. The May 7, 2025, strikes targeted terror infrastructure following the Pahalgam attack that killed 26 people. The Bahawalpur complex has long been linked to JeM’s recruitment, training and operations against India. (PC: India Today)

A 17-year-old girl was killed and two boys, aged 12 and 17, were seriously injured in a sword attack at Brinell School in Fagersta, central Sweden. Another person suffered minor injuries. Police arrested an 18-year-old man and are investigating the case as murder and attempted murder. Officers fired shots after reaching the scene, though it remains unclear whether the suspect was hit. Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson called it a “serious incident” and said police were working intensively to establish the motive behind the attack. Authorities are continuing their investigation. (PC: BBC)

A 28-year-old Indian man from Punjab, Gurdeep Singh, was shot dead while delivering pizza in Brooklyn, New York City. Singh, from Jabowal village in Punjab’s Kapurthala district, had been living in the US on a work permit and was working as a delivery partner. His family said he had moved to the US in 2017 and had not returned home for nine years. The attack is suspected to have been linked to a robbery attempt, though the motive is still under investigation. A Punjabi community group has demanded a thorough probe. (PC: X)