US President Donald Trump has given Hamas until Sunday to accept a 20-point peace plan for Gaza. He warned that if the group refuses, "all hell" will break out. The plan, agreed with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calls for an immediate ceasefire and the release of 20 living Israeli hostages, along with the remains of others, in exchange for hundreds of detained Gazans. It also excludes Hamas from governing Gaza but leaves open the possibility of a future Palestinian state. Mediators are pressing Hamas, but leaders in Gaza appear ready to reject the deal. (PC: BBC)

India has condemned Pakistan’s crackdown on protesters in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) that killed at least 10 people and injured many. The protests erupted after civil groups under the Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee demanded an end to elite privileges and scrapping of reserved assembly seats. Pakistan imposed a total communications blackout, shutting internet, phones, and schools since September 28, and deployed extra forces. India’s foreign ministry called the deaths “horrific human rights violations” and said Pakistan must be held accountable. Rights groups in Pakistan also condemned the excessive force, urging meaningful dialogue with the region’s people. (PC: HT)

Nasa has announced it is “closed” after the US entered a government shutdown on October 1, 2025. The shutdown began when Congress failed to pass a budget, forcing thousands of federal workers, including Nasa staff, to be furloughed. Most Nasa activities, from space research to public outreach, are now paused. Day-to-day communication and social media updates have stopped. Only critical work, such as monitoring astronauts aboard the International Space Station, spacecraft operations, and asteroid tracking, continues. The shutdown may delay projects like the Artemis Moon mission. Nasa contractors and research partners also face disruptions if the deadlock continues. (PC: India Today)

Islamabad has denied supporting Donald Trump’s 20-point Gaza peace plan, despite the US President claiming Pakistan was “100 per cent” behind it. Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar told parliament that the plan announced in Washington was different from the draft proposed by Muslim-majority nations. The Trump proposal demands Hamas disarm, places Gaza under a “Board of Peace” chaired by Trump, and leaves Palestinian statehood unclear. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif initially welcomed the plan but faced heavy criticism at home. Critics called the move a “surrender,” accusing Pakistan of ignoring Palestinian rights and backing a US-Israel-centered solution. (PC: NDTV)

The Madras High Court sharply criticised Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leaders over the Karur stampede that killed 41 people. The court said party chief Vijay fled the scene and showed no remorse. Justice Senthilkumar called it a “massive man-made disaster” and questioned both police and organisers for their failures. The court ordered a Special Investigation Team (SIT) led by senior IPS officer Asra Garg to probe the tragedy. It also reserved orders on the bail pleas of TVK leaders Bussy Anand and CTR Nirmal Kumar. The state was accused of showing leniency towards Vijay despite public outrage. (PC: India Today)

Greater Manchester Police Confirmed That One Of The 2 Jewish Men Killed In The Manchester Synagogue Attack On Yom Kippur Was Struck By Police Gunfire As Officers Shot The Attacker. The Victims Were Named As Adrian Daulby, 53, And Melvin Cravitz, 66. Police Said 3 People Remain In Hospital, Including One With A Non-Life-Threatening Gunshot Wound. The Attacker, Identified As Jihad Al-Shamie, Drove Into People Before Stabbing Them. His Family Expressed “Deep Shock And Sorrow” And Condemned The Attack. Three Others Were Arrested. Prime Minister Keir Starmer Visited The Synagogue, Pledging Safety For The Jewish Community. (PC: BBC)

Greater Manchester Police in the UK said one of the victims in Thursday’s synagogue attack may have been shot by officers by mistake. Chief Constable Sir Stephen Watson confirmed advice from medical experts suggests the man’s wound was caused by a police bullet. He said the suspect, Jihad al Shamie, had no firearm, and only GMP officers fired shots to stop him. Another victim in hospital also has a gunshot wound but is not in danger. Both victims were near the synagogue door. Sir Stephen called the death a “tragic and unforeseen consequence” and offered condolences to families and the UK Jewish community. (PC: Reuters, @gmpolice/X)

At least nine people were killed and four police officials injured after a blast in Peshawar on Thursday. Police said the device was planted on the route of a police vehicle. Capital City Police Officer Mian Saeed confirmed the incident, adding that the injured were in critical condition and taken to a hospital. Security forces cordoned off the area and launched an investigation. Senior Superintendent Masood Bangash said evidence was being collected from the site. The attack comes days after a powerful explosion in Quetta killed 10 and injured 32, highlighting rising violence in Pakistan’s troubled regions. (PC: Representative Image)

Russia is targeting UK military satellites on a weekly basis, the head of UK Space Command has warned. Maj Gen Paul Tedman told the BBC that Russian satellites often fly close to British ones to gather data, while ground systems regularly jam signals. He said the interference has increased since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The UK has only six dedicated military satellites, compared to hundreds owned by the US, China, and Russia. Gen Tedman called Russia the more immediate threat, warning of anti-satellite weapons and laser systems. He urged more investment as £450bn of the UK economy depends on space. (PC: BBC)

On October 2, 2025, Israeli airstrikes and gunfire across Gaza killed at least 53 Palestinians, including civilians and children. Areas like al-Masawi, al-Bureij refugee camp, and Deir al-Balah were heavily targeted. Israel has nearly encircled Gaza City, treating remaining residents as potential threats. The escalation coincides with Hamas considering Trump’s 20-point peace plan, which demands disarmament, withdrawal from politics, and hostages’ return in exchange for Israeli prisoner releases. Humanitarian conditions worsen with famine and displacement. Global mediators and aid organizations urge immediate action to prevent further civilian casualties. Over 66,000 Palestinians have died since the conflict began. (PC: EPA)