US agents arrested 475 people, mostly South Koreans, in the largest single-site immigration raid in Homeland Security history at a Hyundai-LG electric vehicle battery plant under construction in Georgia. The "war zone"-like operation saw workers ordered against buses, shackled, and processed while some fled into sewage ponds or hid in air ducts. The raid stemmed from a multi-month criminal investigation into unlawful employment practices. South Korea expressed "concern and regret" to the US Embassy, citing infringement of legitimate rights. The operation occurs amid strained US-South Korea relations over Trump's tariffs and a disputed $350 billion trade agreement. Neither Hyundai nor LG directly employed the detained workers, according to company statements. (PC: The Telegraph & Yahoo)

A Canadian government report reveals at least two Khalistani extremist groups called, Babbar Khalsa International and International Sikh Youth Federation received financial support originating from Canada. The '2025 Assessment of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Risks in Canada' identifies these groups under Politically Motivated Violent Extremism seeking to establish an independent Khalistan state within Punjab through violence. The report details funding methods including abuse of money services, cryptocurrencies, charitable organizations, and criminal activities. While these groups previously had extensive Canadian fundraising networks, they now appear as smaller individual pockets with allegiance to the cause. This follows a June intelligence report stating Canada-based Khalistani extremists continue posing national security threats since the mid-1980s. (PC: NDTV)

Indian-born entrepreneurs now dominate Forbes' immigrant billionaire list with 12 entries worth over $60 billion combined, surpassing Israel and Taiwan. Their influence was showcased when five Indian-origin CEOs attended Trump's White House tech dinner, representing a fifth of guests. New billionaires include Microsoft's Satya Nadella and Google's Sundar Pichai ($1.1 billion each), plus Palo Alto Networks' Nikesh Arora ($1.4 billion). Jay Chaudhry tops the Indian contingent at $17.9 billion through cloud security firm Zscaler. Investment manager Rajiv Jain made headlines with $4 billion Adani Group bets that grew to $11 billion. Of 125 immigrant billionaires worth $1.3 trillion total, two-thirds built fortunes in technology or finance, reshaping American corporate leadership. (PC: The Telegraph & The Wrap)

Internet services across Asia and the Middle East face major disruptions after undersea cables were severed in the Red Sea, affecting countries including Pakistan and the UAE. NetBlocks reported failures in the SMW4 and IMEWE cable systems near Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, causing widespread connectivity issues. While the exact cause remains unclear, concerns exist about Houthi rebels targeting cables as part of their Red Sea campaign to pressure Israel over Gaza, though the Yemen-based group has denied past attacks on internet infrastructure. Microsoft confirmed Middle East disruptions but noted unaffected traffic routes. UAE users experience slower speeds on state-owned Du and Etisalat networks. Saudi Arabia hasn't commented on the cable failures near its territory.

Cricket superstars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are likely to be selected for India A's three unofficial ODIs against Australia A at Green Park Stadium, Kanpur on September 30, October 3, and 5. Both players retired from Test cricket in May 2025 and haven't played competitively since IPL 2025 concluded. Kohli may travel to India this month for fitness assessments in Bengaluru. Their last international appearance was March 9, 2025, during the ICC Champions Trophy final against New Zealand. If selected, this series would help them prepare for India's upcoming tour to Australia featuring three ODIs and five T20Is in October-November. Kohli has scored 14,181 ODI runs while Rohit has 11,168 runs. (PC: India Today)

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has decided to resign to prevent a split within the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, according to public broadcaster NHK. Ishiba, who took office in October 2024, led the LDP-led coalition through major electoral losses in both parliamentary houses since coming to power, facing voter anger over rising living costs. The coalition lost its majority in recent elections under his leadership. LDP lawmakers are scheduled to vote Monday on whether to hold an extraordinary leadership election to replace him. The Prime Minister's Office has not yet responded to requests for comment. Ishiba's government had just finalized details of a trade deal with the United States last week before his resignation decision. (PC: PBS)

Jason Miller, Trump's close confidant and registered foreign agent, met President Trump at the White House amid rising US-India tariff tensions. Miller heads the lobbying firm hired by India's government in April for $1.8 million annually to represent Indian interests in Washington. He shared a White House photo describing a "fantastic week" meeting Trump and others. The timing is significant as US-India trade relations face renewed scrutiny over tariffs and economic strategies. Miller, Trump's former chief media spokesperson from 2016, was initially set for White House communications director but withdrew after personal controversies. India pays his firm $150,000 monthly for strategic counsel and government relations assistance on policy matters before US institutions and stakeholders. (PC: X)

Ukraine and Russia exchanged devastating attacks overnight, with three people including an infant killed in Russian strikes on Kyiv, injuring 18 others and setting government buildings ablaze. Drone attacks followed by missiles targeted residential buildings across multiple districts, with fires erupting in apartment blocks and government offices. In retaliation, Ukraine struck Russia's Druzhba oil pipeline in Bryansk region, causing "comprehensive fire damage" and disrupting oil transit to Hungary and Slovakia. Russia reported destroying 69 Ukrainian drones while launching 805 drones and 13 missiles at Ukraine. Additional strikes hit Kremenchuk, Kryvyi Rih, and Odesa, damaging civilian infrastructure. Russia deliberately targeted civilian areas according to Ukrainian officials.

British police arrested around 425 people on Saturday at a demonstration supporting Palestine Action, continuing recent mass detentions since the government banned the pro-Palestinian group as a terrorist organization in July. The ban followed members breaking into an RAF base and damaging military planes. Since the July ban, over 700 people have been arrested under anti-terrorism legislation at peaceful protests. Saturday's "Lift the Ban" rally near Parliament saw demonstrators holding signs reading "I oppose genocide. I support Palestine Action." Police faced exceptional abuse including physical attacks and verbal assault. The proscription places Palestine Action alongside al-Qaeda and ISIS, making support punishable by up to 14 years imprisonment. Human rights groups criticize the ban as disproportionate, limiting peaceful protesters' freedom of expression. (PC: Reuters)

In early 2019, President Trump authorized a covert Navy SEAL Team 6 operation to install a surveillance device in North Korea, aiming to intercept communications during high-stakes nuclear negotiations . The mission went awry when SEALs encountered a North Korean fishing boat, mistakenly opened fire, and killed two to three unarmed civilians gathering shellfish . To conceal the error, the operatives sank the bodies. The listening device was never planted. The operation remained classified, and key Congressional intelligence committees were kept in the dark, raising legal and transparency concerns. (PC: NDTV)