World: Pakistan has issued a strict warning to its citizens travelling to Saudi Arabia for Hajj and Umrah.

The government has advised Pakistani pilgrims and workers not to beg or collect money without permission in Saudi Arabia.

The Pakistani Embassy in Saudi Arabia has urged citizens to strictly follow Saudi laws and the conditions attached to their visas.

The embassy warned that those who violate the rules could face arrest and deportation.

The embassy shared an AI-generated video on social media under the title, “Important Message for All Umrah Pilgrims and Workers Coming from Pakistan.”

The video showed people being arrested and jailed for begging in Saudi Arabia. It also highlighted the consequences of violating local laws.

The embassy said Saudi authorities have a zero-tolerance policy towards begging and unauthorised fundraising around the holy sites in Makkah and Madinah.

Pakistani pilgrims and workers have been advised to follow the terms and validity of their visas.

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They have also been told not to stay in Saudi Arabia after their visas expire.

The embassy further warned citizens not to engage in activities that are not permitted under their visa category.

Indonesia: A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Indonesia’s Flores Island early Saturday, killing at least 20 people.

The quake hit at 5:58 a.m. local time at a depth of 10 kilometres. Its epicentre was around 68 kilometres from Ende in East Nusa Tenggara.

Several buildings and homes collapsed or were damaged. Videos showed people running in panic as the ground shook.

A brief tsunami warning was issued, and residents were asked to move to higher ground. The warning was later lifted.

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Indonesia is prone to earthquakes because it lies on the Pacific Ring of Fire. In 1992, a major earthquake-triggered tsunami killed around 2,500 people in Flores.

Washington: An Indian-origin student has been arrested in Massachusetts for allegedly killing his mother and younger brother at their home. Police are also investigating whether he used the internet and ChatGPT while planning the killings.

The incident took place on August 11 at a house on Martha Lane in Acton, about 48 km from Boston.

The accused has been identified as Arjun Aravind, a resident of Acton. His mother, Sudha Venkatesan, 45, and his younger brother, Siddharth Aravind, 14, were found dead inside the house.

According to police, Arjun allegedly attacked his mother and brother at home. He then fled the area in his mother’s car.

A tutor arrived at the house at around 6:30 pm on the day of the incident. No one answered the door. The tutor then contacted Arjun’s father and informed him about the situation.

The family tried to contact the two victims but could not reach them. They then contacted the Acton Police Department and requested a welfare check.

Police officers reached the house and searched the property. They found Sudha’s body in the basement and Siddharth’s body on the first floor. Both victims had visible injuries.

Police later launched a search for Arjun and the missing car.

Early on August 14, officers found the car in a parking lot in Wayland. Arjun was inside the vehicle and was taken into custody.

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During the investigation, police reportedly found evidence that Arjun had used the internet and ChatGPT in connection with the alleged killings.

Arjun is facing two counts of murder along with other charges. He is expected to appear before a local court as the investigation continues.