Environmentalists, experts and even Indonesia’s government have pointed to the role forest loss played in flash flooding and landslides.

Imran Khan’s sister, Uzma Khanum, met the former Pakistan PM in Adiala Jail after weeks of denied access, sparking protests. Family and PTI had faced repeated visit curbs despite court orders. Concerns over Khan’s health intensified amid unverified death rumours and alleged police assault on protesting sisters.

Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind chief condemned “compulsory” Vande Mataram recital in schools, stressing dialogue and possible legal challenge.