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Pakistan has firmly rejected the Chenab water diversion plan proposed by India under the Indus Waters Treaty framework. The Chenab water diversion issue has increased diplomatic tensions between the two countries.

The iOS 26.5.1 update has arrived just three weeks after Apple released iOS 26.5. The latest software release focuses on bug fixes instead of new features.

Apple designed the iOS 26.5.1 update for only five devices. These include iPhone 17, iPhone 17e, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 (Pro Max), and iPhone Air. The limited rollout reflects the specific issue the update addresses.

Unlike many recent releases, this update contains no published security fixes. Apple confirmed that the release does not include any CVE entries. Instead, the company concentrated on resolving a charging-related problem.

According to Apple, the issue affected a small number of users. Some devices failed to start wired charging when battery levels became extremely low. The problem occurred on iPhone Air and the iPhone 17 lineup.

The iOS 26.5.1 update fixes this bug and improves charging reliability. Users who experienced difficulties after battery depletion should now see normal charging behavior.

Reports suggested the issue appeared most often after a battery fully drained. In several cases, i phone users temporarily restored functionality through wireless charging. A wireless charging pad could revive affected devices before wired charging resumed.

Installing the iOS 26.5.1 update follows the standard process. Users can open Settings, select General, and then tap Software Update. From there, they can download and install the latest version.

The update size varies by device and existing software version. Some users reported large download sizes during installation. Community discussions indicated file sizes differed across supported models.

The release arrives shortly before Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference. Industry observers expect Apple to introduce iOS 27 during the event. Early discussions suggest the next software generation may focus on interface improvements and usability enhancements.

The iOS 26.5.1 update may not add new features, but it serves an important purpose. By resolving a charging problem on Apple's newest devices, the update delivers a reliable and important fix. For affected users, the change will be welcome as they prepare for the next iOS generation.

Concerns are being raised among tourists and the general public after an entry ticket of Rs. 2,300 per person was set for the chairlift and skiing area at Malam Jabba, one of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s most popular tourist destinations.

According to local sources and journalists, the recreational site has been leased to a private operator, following which fees have been introduced for entry and various activities. During the Eid-ul-Adha holidays, tourists arriving from different parts of the country questioned the ticket price, describing it as beyond the reach of many ordinary families.

Tourists argue that at a naturally beautiful destination like Malam Jabba, a ticket price of Rs. 2,300 per person makes leisure activities unaffordable for average households. They point out that a family of five would have to spend thousands of rupees solely on entry and chairlift tickets, excluding travel, food, and other expenses.

Members of the public say that while the government speaks of promoting tourism, rising fees at tourist attractions are making these destinations less accessible to ordinary citizens. They have called for tourism-related charges to be set at reasonable levels so that people from all income groups can enjoy natural attractions and recreational activities.

Malam Jabba is considered one of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s most important tourist centers and attracts thousands of domestic and international visitors every year. However, the ongoing debate over the latest fees has once again highlighted concerns regarding the cost of tourism and public access to recreational destinations.

The Anthropic funding round has pushed the artificial intelligence company to a valuation of $965 billion. The company announced Thursday that it raised $65 billion in fresh funding. This valuation exceeds OpenAI's $852 billion valuation reported in March.

The Anthropic funding round strengthens the company's position in the competitive AI sector. Anthropic develops the Claude family of AI models and continues to expand its enterprise-focused services.

CEO Dario Amodei leads the company. Former OpenAI employees founded Anthropic, including Amodei himself. The company built its reputation through advanced AI models and coding capabilities.

Anthropic places strong attention on AI safety. At the same time, it continues rapid product development. This approach helps the company remain competitive in the fast-changing AI market.

Unlike many AI firms, Anthropic focused heavily on enterprise customers. This strategy helped the company grow its presence among business users rather than general consumers.

Krishna Rao, Anthropic's chief financial officer, said the funding will support growing demand. He added that the investment will help advance research and expand Claude across workplaces.

The Anthropic funding round attracted major investors. Altimeter Capital, Dragoneer and Greenoaks, and Sequoia Capital led the financing. The round also included $15 billion in previously committed investments from cloud providers. Amazon contributed $5 billion of that amount.

Several semiconductor companies joined as strategic partners. These included Micron, Samsung, and SK Hynix. Their products play a key role in AI infrastructure.

Anthropic stated that Claude is now available across the world's three largest cloud platforms. These platforms include Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure.

The company also faces a legal dispute with the Pentagon. Anthropic sued the Defense Department after receiving a supply chain risk designation. The company argues that the decision represents unconstitutional retaliation.

Beyond the Anthropic funding round, the company announced the launch of Claude Opus 4.8. The upgraded model offers improvements across several benchmarks while maintaining the same pricing structure.

Anthropic also plans to release its Mythos model to all customers in the coming weeks. The model features advanced cybersecurity capabilities. However, the company currently limits access to selected security partners.

Under Project Glasswing, Amazon, Microsoft, and Apple may use Mythos for cybersecurity purposes.

According to Anthropic, early testers reported encouraging results from Opus 4.8. The model showed improved honesty and greater willingness to acknowledge uncertainty. It was also less likely to make unsupported claims.

The Anthropic funding round marks a significant milestone for the company. It also highlights the growing competition among leading AI developers as investment in the sector continues to increase.

// With input from - Agencies