Cybersecurity Overhaul: Pakistan’s National CERT has finalised a Pakistan Information Security Framework for government digital systems, with mandatory audits, continuous threat monitoring, and a push to move overseas-hosted government websites/apps to local data centres. Road Safety & Justice: In Lahore, residents protested after an FIR was filed over a speeding street-racing crash that killed 13-year-old Subhan and injured two others; police say the case includes culpable homicide and are tracing the vehicle. IMF Support: The IMF will release an additional $3.6bn to Pakistan over the next 14 months under EFF/RSF, with the next review expected in September. US Trade Talks: Pakistan and the US report “significant progress” on a reciprocal trade agreement after two days in Washington, aiming to replace expiring temporary tariffs. Fuel Prices in Court: A Lahore High Court petition challenges the latest petrol/diesel hike, arguing global prices fell while local rates rose. Balochistan Counter-Terror: Operation Shaaban continues as security forces killed nine more militants, bringing the total to 88 since July 5. Regional Diplomacy: PM Shehbaz Sharif held talks with Iran’s president and Qatar’s emir to revive stalled US-Iran negotiations, urging restraint and adherence to the Islamabad MoU. Energy Transition: Pakistan is now the world’s third-largest solar panel importer, reflecting fast-growing clean-energy demand. Weather Alert: PMD forecasts rain, thunderstorms and windstorms across upper Pakistan, with risks of flash flooding and landslides.