The Karnataka High Court has posed nine critical questions to the state government over the Bengaluru stadium stampede that killed 11 during the RCB IPL victory celebration. The court sought clarity on who approved the event, crowd control measures, medical preparedness, and more. Despite no police clearance for a victory parade, RCB announced it on June 4, triggering chaos. The state has ordered a judicial inquiry led by retired Justice John Michael Cunha. Five police officials, including the commissioner, have been suspended. KSCA officials received interim protection, even as arrests were made from RCB and the event agency. (PC: PTI)

Los Angeles erupted in protests after surprise immigration raids by ICE on June 6, detaining at least 44 undocumented workers across the city. Tensions peaked outside the Federal Building as demonstrators clashed with riot police using tear gas, flash-bangs, and pepper spray. The protests turned violent after objects were hurled at officers, prompting an unlawful assembly declaration. Labour leader David Huerta was among those detained. ICE confirmed four raids in downtown LA as part of a nationwide crackdown under President Trump’s directive for mass deportations. The LAPD, though not involved in enforcement, was deployed to manage the escalating civil unrest. (PC: Reuters)

Russia has launched its largest drone assault yet on Ukraine’s second-largest city, Kharkiv, killing at least three and injuring 21, according to Mayor Ihor Terekhov. The overnight attack involved 48 drones, two missiles, and four gliding bombs. Several residential buildings were hit, with extensive damage reported. The strike follows a Ukrainian drone offensive on Russian airfields last Sunday. In response, U.S. President Donald Trump revealed that Russian President Vladimir Putin indicated a retaliatory response was imminent. This is the second night of intense attacks across Ukraine, with six killed and 80 injured the night before in nationwide strikes. (PC: Reuters)

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a 29-year-old Salvadoran man mistakenly deported from Maryland under a Trump-era policy, has been returned to the US and indicted for conspiring to smuggle illegal immigrants. US Attorney General Pam Bondi said Garcia played a major role in an alien smuggling ring over nine years, allegedly transporting over 100 individuals, including MS-13 members. His lawyers deny gang ties and slammed the charges as “preposterous.” Garcia had previously received protection from deportation in 2019. His arraignment is set for next Friday in Nashville. The case has sparked fresh criticism of Trump’s immigration policies and handling of deportation orders. (PC: Sky News)

A complaint has been filed against cricketer Virat Kohli by activist HM Venkatesh at Bengaluru’s Cubbon Park Police Station, alleging Kohli promoted “gambling through IPL,” inciting the crowd that led to the June 4 stampede near Chinnaswamy Stadium, which killed 11 people. Police have not registered an FIR yet but confirmed the complaint will be reviewed. Four individuals, including RCB official Nikhil Sosale, are in judicial custody. Karnataka Police have also booked the RCB franchise, DNA Entertainment, and KSCA for culpable homicide. Meanwhile, the high court granted interim relief to KSCA officials and adjourned the case to June 9. (PC: ANI)

US Congressman Brad Sherman urged Pakistan to take decisive action against terror group Jaish-e-Mohammed, citing its role in the 2002 murder of journalist Daniel Pearl. During a meeting with Pakistani leaders in Washington, Sherman also raised concerns over religious minority rights and demanded the release of Dr Shakil Afridi, who helped the CIA locate Osama bin Laden. Sherman called JeM a “vile” group and reminded the delegation of its continued threat in South Asia. The lawmaker also referenced India’s concerns about Pakistan-backed terror, discussed during a parallel visit by Indian MPs following the recent Pahalgam terror attack. (PC: India Today)

Russia carried out its largest drone strike on Ukraine’s second-largest city, Kharkiv, overnight, killing at least three people and injuring 17, according to Mayor Ihor Terekhov. The attack involved 48 drones, two missiles, and four gliding bombs, damaging multiple residential buildings. The strike follows Ukraine's recent drone offensive on four Russian air bases, which reportedly destroyed 40 aircraft. Russia claims its response targeted military facilities, citing retaliation for “terrorist acts by the Kyiv regime.” This marks a sharp escalation in hostilities, with over 400 drones and 40 missiles used across Ukraine just a day earlier in widespread attacks. (PC: BBC)

Tensions flared in Los Angeles after U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested 44 individuals in a series of Friday raids at multiple locations, including Home Depot stores, a warehouse, and a doughnut shop. Protesters clashed with police outside the Federal Building, where flash bangs and pepper spray were used. LA Mayor Karen Bass condemned the operations, calling them fear tactics against immigrant communities. ICE officials defended the raids, claiming they target “dangerous criminals.” Videos showed detainees led into vans as crowds chanted “Let them stay!” The crackdown is part of President Trump’s broader push for mass deportations nationwide. (PC: Reuters)

After a public fallout with President Donald Trump, Elon Musk has floated the idea of launching a new political outfit, The America Party. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO ran a poll on X, where 80% supported creating a third party. Musk, angered by Trump’s $4 trillion “Big, Beautiful Bill,” called it a “disgusting abomination” and even demanded Trump's impeachment. Trump responded by distancing himself, calling Musk “a man who has lost his mind.” Their once-close alliance is now a bitter feud, with Musk attacking Trump’s tariffs and Republicans urging both men to dial down the rhetoric before the 2026 race heats up. (PC: Reuters)

U.S. President Donald Trump has reignited his feud with Tesla CEO Elon Musk, telling Fox News, “Elon has totally lost it.” Trump dismissed reports of a possible phone call, stating he’s not interested in talking to Musk, who recently hinted at forming a new political party via a poll on X. The clash began after Musk criticised Trump’s spending bill, prompting Trump to call Musk ungrateful. Musk hit back, claiming, “Without me, Trump would have lost the election.” Despite ongoing business ties—Tesla and SpaceX hold U.S. government contracts—their personal relationship appears irreparably strained. (PC: BBC)