Kentucky shooting: 2 dead as suspect shoots trooper, injures several at church

A shooting spree erupted in Fayette County, Kentucky, on Sunday, leaving a state trooper injured. The suspect then fled to Richmond Road Baptist Church in Lexington, where multiple people were wounded in a second shooting. The suspect was killed, and authorities are investigating whether the incident is connected to another shooting at Blue Grass Airport.

Kentucky shooting: Suspect shoots trooper, injures several at church; later killed

A shooting spree erupted in Fayette County, Kentucky, on Sunday, leaving a state trooper injured. The suspect then fled to Richmond Road Baptist Church in Lexington, where multiple people were wounded in a second shooting. The suspect was killed, and authorities are investigating whether the incident is connected to another shooting at Blue Grass Airport.

Air India tragedy: Crash report a ‘cover-up’, say AI171 victims’ kin

Relatives of the Air India crash victims are denouncing the preliminary probe as a cover-up, alleging it protects the airline, Boeing, and the Indian government. Families are rejecting compensation offers and planning legal action, suspecting mechanical faults or maintenance issues rather than pilot error.

Relaxed emission norms for thermal generation to reduce power costs

India has revised its 2015 mandate for installing flue gas desulphurisation (FGD) units, now focusing on coal-fired plants within 10 km of cities with over 1 million residents. This change, driven by cost concerns and studies indicating lower-than-threshold sulphur dioxide levels, is expected to reduce power costs. While criticised by environmentalists, officials claim the recalibration is efficient and climate-conscious.

Jet crashes at London Southend Airport shortly after take off; casualties feared

Body of 19-year-old Tripura girl, missing for 6 days, found under Delhi bridge

Microsoft job cuts: Encourages employees after laying off 15,000

Microsoft is urging its remaining workforce to enhance their AI skills after significant layoffs impacting over 15,000 employees this year. The company is integrating AI usage into performance reviews and shifting its sales strategy towards technically proficient "solutions engineers." This move comes amidst substantial AI investments and a company-wide push for Copilot adoption.

‘Strong so far’: IMF on Pakistan’s reforms; first review of $7 billion loan approved

Ramayana in Karachi: Pakistani group making waves with adaptation of Hindu epic

A Pakistani theatre group, "Mauj," has earned acclaim for its adaptation of the "Ramayana" in Karachi, Sindh. The production, enhanced by AI technology, was staged at the Karachi Arts Council. Director Yoheshwar Karera expressed confidence in presenting the epic, emphasizing the positive reception and the tolerance of Pakistani society, while reviewers lauded the authentic storytelling and overall presentation.

Govt breaks silence on Chinese engineers leaving iPhone maker Foxconn’s plant

The Indian government is closely watching the departure of Chinese engineers from Foxconn, a major iPhone supplier, but believes Apple has solutions to maintain production. Despite concerns about potential disruptions to iPhone 17 production, Apple is increasing iPhone production in India, aiming for 60 million units this year, with eased component sourcing from China and government support through visa facilitation.

The chip race: US opens tech gates for China; should Indian firms worry?

Experts caution India to bolster its chip design capabilities amid rising competition from China, spurred by the US easing EDA software export restrictions. This shift intensifies the global race for semiconductor market share, urging India to accelerate R&D, skill development, and strategic investments to secure its position in the industry. The focus should be on innovation and addressing complex problems.

Vanished after call: What happened to Sneha Debnath? Tripura teen goes missing in Delhi

US-EU tariff tensions: EU extends suspension of countermeasures to August

Ursula von der Leyen announced the EU will extend the suspension of retaliatory tariffs on US steel and aluminum until early August, amidst ongoing negotiations to avert broader 30% duties threatened by the US.

Vanished after one last call: What happened to Sneha Debnath? 19-yr-old girl goes missing in Delhi

Watch: Women clash on bus over mobile charger slot

A dispute over a mobile charging point on a bus in Kanpur escalated into a physical fight between two women, Parul Singh and Renu Vishwakarma. The altercation prompted police intervention, with an officer chasing the bus to restore order. Ultimately, both women were fined for disturbing the peace after the incident near the Armapur canal.