An active shooter incident at Fort Stewart, the largest US Army base east of the Mississippi, has resulted in reported casualties. The base, located in southeast Georgia, remains under lockdown as authorities investigate. Fort Stewart officials confirmed the shooter was in the vicinity of the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team. It remains unclear whether casualties include injuries or fatalities. Lt. Col. Angel Tomko said the situation is ongoing. Three elementary schools on the base, with 1,400 students, are also in lockdown. Personnel have been instructed to remain indoors and secure all windows and doors as the threat continues. (PC: X)

Sachin Tendulkar has strongly backed Jasprit Bumrah, dismissing criticism that India loses when the star pacer plays. Speaking on Reddit, Tendulkar called the claim “just a coincidence,” pointing to Bumrah’s two five-wicket hauls in the England Test series. Bumrah played 3 of 5 matches in the 2-2 series draw, claiming 14 wickets. India won the two matches he was rested for, triggering debate about his impact. Tendulkar praised Bumrah’s consistency across formats, saying, “The quality of Bumrah is exceptional… I would put him right at the top.” Bumrah is currently the ICC’s top-ranked Test bowler. (PC: BCCI)

India has strongly condemned US President Donald Trump’s decision to raise tariffs on Indian imports to 50%, calling the move “unfair, unjustified, and unreasonable.” The additional 25% tariff was imposed due to India’s continued oil trade with Russia. In an official statement, India’s foreign ministry said the imports are driven by market factors and aim to ensure energy security for 1.4 billion citizens. The statement added, “India will take all actions necessary to protect its national interests.” New Delhi also pointed out that other countries continue similar trade practices with Russia, yet India is being unfairly singled out.

A deadly cloudburst in Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi district has left 5 dead and 11 Army jawans missing, with over 100 people still stranded. Triggered by heavy rain, the flash floods and mudslides struck Dharali and Sukhi Top, damaging roads and homes. Around 150 people have been rescued by ITBP, Army, NDRF, and SDRF teams, while 413 pilgrims from the Kinnaur Kailash Yatra were also evacuated. A 28-member Kerala tourist group remains missing. CM Pushkar Singh Dhami conducted an aerial survey and assured all help. MI-17 and Chinook helicopters are on standby, awaiting clear weather to continue the rescue operation. (PC: India Today)

A deadly cloudburst in Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi district has left 5 dead and 11 Army jawans missing, with over 100 people still stranded. Triggered by heavy rain, the flash floods and mudslides struck Dharali and Sukhi Top, damaging roads and homes. Around 150 people have been rescued by ITBP, Army, NDRF, and SDRF teams, while 413 pilgrims from the Kinnaur Kailash Yatra were also evacuated. A 28-member Kerala tourist group remains missing. CM Pushkar Singh Dhami conducted an aerial survey and assured all help. MI-17 and Chinook helicopters are on standby, awaiting clear weather to continue the rescue operation. (PC: X)

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order imposing an additional 25% tariff on Indian imports, citing India’s continued purchase of Russian oil. This raises total tariffs on Indian goods to 50%. In a CNBC interview, Trump criticized India as “not a good trading partner,” vowing tougher trade penalties. The White House order cites national security concerns under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act and links India's energy trade with Russia to the ongoing Ukraine crisis. The new tariffs take effect 21 days from the order's signing, impacting goods not already in transit before that date. (PC: X)

Nisarg Shah, an Indian‑origin associate professor at the University of California, San Diego, is under investigation following a viral video exposing a vigilante sting by “People v. Preds.” The footage shows Shah confronted in a San Diego supermarket after allegedly arranging to meet a 14‑year‑old boy via the Grindr app for sex. He admitted on camera he “f***ed up” and said he “felt horrible,” calling his actions “abhorrent.” Police seized his phone but did not make an arrest, citing that civilian-led sting operations are not sanctioned. UC San Diego has pledged full cooperation with the ICAC task force investigating the case (PC: NDTV)

Rescue operations continued in full swing in Dharali village, Uttarkashi, where torrential flash floods ravaged the region following a suspected glacier collapse or glacial-lake outburst on August 6, 2025. Rescuers have recovered one body, raising the official death toll to five. Meanwhile, around 190 people have been rescued, including villagers, tourists, and army personnel. The floods destroyed homes, roads, shops, and the revered Kalp Kedar temple. Efforts by the Army, NDRF, ITBP, and local authorities are being hampered by landslides and blocked roads. Continuous rainfall is making drone and helicopter rescue operations challenging but urgent.

France is battling its biggest wildfire of 2025, which has scorched over 27,000 acres (12,000 hectares) in the southern Aude department. The fire, which began Tuesday, has injured nine people—one critically—and claimed the life of an elderly woman. Over 1,800 firefighters are engaged, with air support deployed to contain the blaze threatening villages, roads, and campsites. At least 25 homes have been damaged. Authorities blame dry vegetation, strong winds, and vineyard removals for the fire’s rapid spread. Prime Minister Francois Bayrou is set to visit the region, as President Macron urges public caution amid worsening climate conditions and record fire outbreaks. (PC: NDTV)

Air India CEO Campbell Wilson announced on Wednesday that the airline has begun a phased restoration of international operations from August 1, aiming for full resumption by October 1, 2025. The move follows a 15% cut in widebody international flights after the June 18 AI171 crash in Ahmedabad. Wilson assured passengers of safety and operational stability, noting the importance of a “measured approach.” Key routes like Delhi–Tokyo and Delhi–London have already resumed or expanded services. Affected passengers earlier received rebooking options or full refunds. Air India plans to fully restore its global network, including daily operations on several major routes. (PC: HT)