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Shane Tamura, 27, fatally shot four individuals at a Manhattan office tower, including an NYPD officer, before taking his own life. The AR-15-style rifle used in the attack was purchased legally by his supervisor at the Horseshoe Las Vegas casino and then sold to Tamura.

Midtown Manhattan shooting: Gunman bought rifle from his boss in Las Vegas

Shane Tamura, 27, fatally shot four individuals at a Manhattan office tower, including an NYPD officer, before taking his own life. The AR-15-style rifle used in the attack was purchased legally by his supervisor at the Horseshoe Las Vegas casino and then sold to Tamura.

A special NIA court in Mumbai is set to pronounce judgment in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, which killed six and injured over 100. The accused, including Pragya Thakur and Lt Col Prasad Purohit, face charges under UAPA and IPC for their alleged involvement in the terror plot.

Malegaon blast: 17 years on, court to rule on terror case; ex-BJP MP Pragya Thakur among 7 accused

A special NIA court in Mumbai is set to pronounce judgment in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, which killed six and injured over 100. The accused, including Pragya Thakur and Lt Col Prasad Purohit, face charges under UAPA and IPC for their alleged involvement in the terror plot.

The US has imposed sanctions on six Indian businesses, along with other global entities, for allegedly violating restrictions on Iran by engaging in significant transactions involving Iranian petroleum and petrochemical products. These India-based companies are accused of importing and trading Iranian goods worth millions of dollars.

$220mn worth of deals under scanner: US sanctions 6 Indian firms; move taken over Iran oil trade

The US has imposed sanctions on six Indian businesses, along with other global entities, for allegedly violating restrictions on Iran by engaging in significant transactions involving Iranian petroleum and petrochemical products. These India-based companies are accused of importing and trading Iranian goods worth millions of dollars.

HSBC starts coverage on Ather Energy with a buy rating. UBS has a sell recommendation for Tata Motors. Jefferies maintains its buy rating on L&T, raising the target price. Morgan Stanley keeps an underweight rating on Asian Paints. CLSA maintains its hold rating on Piramal Enterprises, increasing the target price.

Buy or sell: Stock recommendation by brokers for July 31

HSBC starts coverage on Ather Energy with a buy rating. UBS has a sell recommendation for Tata Motors. Jefferies maintains its buy rating on L&T, raising the target price. Morgan Stanley keeps an underweight rating on Asian Paints. CLSA maintains its hold rating on Piramal Enterprises, increasing the target price.

India prepare for the series-deciding fifth Test against England at The Oval on Thursday, trailing 2-1. Injuries to Jasprit Bumrah and Rishabh Pant pose challenges, with Narayan Jagadeesan added as cover. Deepak Chahar’s surprise presence at training has sparked speculation. England, missing Ben Stokes, makes four changes, while India must win to avoid a series defeat.

IND vs ENG: Ex-CSK pacer spotted training with Team India ahead of 5th Test - Watch

India prepare for the series-deciding fifth Test against England at The Oval on Thursday, trailing 2-1. Injuries to Jasprit Bumrah and Rishabh Pant pose challenges, with Narayan Jagadeesan added as cover. Deepak Chahar’s surprise presence at training has sparked speculation. England, missing Ben Stokes, makes four changes, while India must win to avoid a series defeat.

India, already trailing 1-2 in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025, aim to draw the series against England in the final Test at The Oval. Wasim Jaffer suggests an XI featuring Kuldeep Yadav amid injuries to key players like Rishabh Pant and Jasprit Bumrah. The lineup emphasises a strong batting order and a three-man spin attack to salvage pride.

Bumrah out, Kuldeep in! A new-look bowling attack to be fielded in 5th Test

India, already trailing 1-2 in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025, aim to draw the series against England in the final Test at The Oval. Wasim Jaffer suggests an XI featuring Kuldeep Yadav amid injuries to key players like Rishabh Pant and Jasprit Bumrah. The lineup emphasises a strong batting order and a three-man spin attack to salvage pride.

A tragic shooting occurred in New York City at 345 Park Avenue, where Shane Tamura fatally shot four people before taking his own life. Tamura, who acquired an M4 assault-style rifle for $1400, left a note blaming CTE and the NFL for his actions.

Tamura obtained rifle in Vegas: Assembly allegedly aided by casino boss

A tragic shooting occurred in New York City at 345 Park Avenue, where Shane Tamura fatally shot four people before taking his own life. Tamura, who acquired an M4 assault-style rifle for $1400, left a note blaming CTE and the NFL for his actions.

Turbulence for airlines: DGCA flags 263 safety lapses in a year; 51 in Air India

Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas faces federal charges for allegedly running an illegal high-stakes poker operation at his Encino residence. Prosecutors claim Arenas, known as "Agent Zero," conspired with five others, including Yevgeni Gershman, to host the games between September 2021 and July 2022. Gershman allegedly employed women to serve players.

Gilbert Arenas arrested: Feds allege illegal poker ring

Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas faces federal charges for allegedly running an illegal high-stakes poker operation at his Encino residence. Prosecutors claim Arenas, known as "Agent Zero," conspired with five others, including Yevgeni Gershman, to host the games between September 2021 and July 2022. Gershman allegedly employed women to serve players.

Trump dumps 25% tariff on India from Friday, plus penalty for buying Russian oil

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In a joint operation based on intelligence inputs, Indian soldiers neutralized two terrorists near the LoC in Poonch district, Jammu & Kashmir. The gunfight erupted after troops detected suspicious movement in a forested area. Authorities recovered assault rifles, a pistol, ammunition, grenades, IEDs, and communication devices.

J&K infiltration bid foiled: 2 terrorists killed near LoC; hand grenades, IEDs seized

In a joint operation based on intelligence inputs, Indian soldiers neutralized two terrorists near the LoC in Poonch district, Jammu & Kashmir. The gunfight erupted after troops detected suspicious movement in a forested area. Authorities recovered assault rifles, a pistol, ammunition, grenades, IEDs, and communication devices.

Ayush Mhatre will captain India U19 in Australia, starting September 21, for a multi-format tour. The squad includes 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, known for his impressive performances in England. The team will play three Youth ODIs and two multi-day games, carrying forward the core group that excelled in England, where Mhatre and Suryavanshi shone with their batting prowess.

Mhatre to lead India U19 in Australia; 14-yr-old Suryavanshi retains spot

Ayush Mhatre will captain India U19 in Australia, starting September 21, for a multi-format tour. The squad includes 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, known for his impressive performances in England. The team will play three Youth ODIs and two multi-day games, carrying forward the core group that excelled in England, where Mhatre and Suryavanshi shone with their batting prowess.