The Economic Times

Pakistan's parliament approved emergency and governor's rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa due to escalated violence and terrorism. This move follows weeks of political tensions and is seen as a federal intervention. The federal government's resolutions were passed after debates involving both treasury and opposition members. Amnesty International raised concerns over potential human rights abuses amid these emergency measures.

Central Park in Connaught Place will be closed for the general public on October 16 and 17. The New Delhi Municipal Council has issued a notice mentioning the closure due to administrative reasons. This decision precedes the CJP's planned 'Lehra do Tiranga' march in the area. Visitors planning to access the park on these dates should be aware of the closure.

Four workers lost their lives in a devastating explosion at Kovika Dyes & Intermediates factory in Gujarat. The tragic incident happened during pipe-fitting work near a boiler vessel, raising concerns about safety. Preliminary investigations suggest a pressure burst may have caused the explosion, with forensic teams now examining the site. Police are registering an accidental death case and conducting post mortem examinations of the victims.

Ahead of the fifth T20I match against West Indies, Sunil Gavaskar highlighted the need for India to improve their chase. He pointed out the lack of responsibility shown by various batters during the previous matches. Gavaskar noted that their new bowlers will learn only through experience despite conceding boundaries. India has struggled under Shreyas Iyers captaincy, especially when chasing totals.