A deadly stampede erupted on 4 June 2025 outside Bengaluru’s M Chinnaswamy Stadium during Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s IPL victory celebrations. At least 11 people, including two children, died and over 50 were injured as a surge of tens of thousands overwhelmed barricades. Police had reportedly denied permission for the public gathering, yet organizers—including RCB and event-management firm DNA Entertainment—announced free entry and a parade with minimal notice. Authorities filed an FIR against RCB, KSCA, and organizers for culpable homicide and unlawful assembly. Four individuals, including RCB’s head of marketing, Nikhil Sosale, have been arrested and remanded. A magisterial inquiry is underway. (PC: Deccan Herald)

A citizens’ group, the Cubbon Park Walkers’ Association has filed a formal complaint against the Karnataka government, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), event organizer DNA, and the Army’s Karnataka Sub‑Area HQ. The complaint accuses them of “dereliction of duty” for failing to prepare for the massive turnout during RCB’s IPL victory celebration, which led fans to surge into Cubbon Park, damaging fences, plants, and facilities, and defecating in open spaces. Eleven people died and 47 were injured in the tragic stampede during the same celebrations at M Chinnaswamy Stadium after RCB’s maiden IPL title. The group demands immediate legal action and accountability across all implicated organisations. (PC: RCB & News18)

A Bengaluru resident filed a complaint with Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot on June 8, accusing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah of personally inviting the public to a celebratory RCB event at M Chinnaswamy Stadium without adequate safety plans, leading to a tragic stampede that killed 11 and injured 56 . Political tensions escalated as BJP leaders demanded Siddaramaiah, Deputy CM Shivakumar, and Home Minister Parameshwara be held accountable and urged their resignations . The CM defended the response, citing suspensions and a CID probe, while announcing enhanced compensation of ₹25 lakh per victim’s family. (PC: ANI)

Indian chess star Arjun Erigaisi checkmated World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen in the armageddon game of the final round at Norway Chess 2025. But the win didn’t change the outcome — Carlsen had already secured enough points to claim his seventh Norway Chess title. Despite the loss, Carlsen smiled, showing why many call him the GOAT. He finished with 16 points, edging past Fabiano Caruana (15.5) and D Gukesh (14.5). Arjun ended fifth with 13 points. Carlsen said he felt confident playing the younger generation and was happy to outplay them in key moments.

A tragic stampede occurred on June 4, 2025, during unplanned IPL victory celebrations for Royal Challengers Bengaluru outside M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, killing 11 and injuring over 50 . Police had warned the state government and RCB organizers to delay the event, advising caution and crowd-control measures – advice that was ignored . An excessive crowd of around 200,000–300,000 overwhelmed security and infrastructure . Authorities filed FIRs against RCB, KSCA and DNA Entertainment for negligence . Political backlash intensified, leading to resignations, suspensions, a CID probe, and calls for high‑level accountability. (PC: PTI)

For the first time ever, four Indian players feature in the global top 10 chess rankings. Aravindh Chithambaram’s victory at the 6th Stepan Avagyan Memorial in Armenia lifted him to world No. 9, joining D Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi, and R Praggnanandhaa at the top. Aravindh edged out Praggnanandhaa via tiebreaks after both scored 6.5/9. Despite missing a win earlier in the event, Praggnanandhaa now leads the FIDE Circuit and is a strong candidate for the 2026 Candidates Tournament. The Indian quartet’s rise signals a golden era in Indian chess as they prepare for the upcoming Uzchess Cup in Uzbekistan. (PC: X)

Shreyas Iyer’s leadership in IPL 2025 has reignited his international career, with top BCCI voices now endorsing him for T20I and Test roles. Despite falling short in the final with Punjab Kings, Iyer’s composed leadership and explosive batting — including a match-winning 87* in the Eliminator vs Mumbai — earned praise. Once dropped from national squads and stripped of his central contract, Iyer led PBKS to consecutive IPL finals and won fans with his “Sarpanch Sahab” persona. His commanding presence and form have propelled him into serious contention for India’s white-ball captaincy, challenging Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma directly. (PC: AFP)

Former Australian skipper Michael Clarke has sparked speculation by suggesting Virat Kohli might reverse his recent Test retirement if India performs poorly in the upcoming England series. Speaking on the Beyond23 Cricket podcast, Clarke said Kohli "still loves Test cricket" and could consider a comeback if new captain Shubman Gill and selectors urge him. India, missing key players including Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Shami, face a tough five-Test series starting July. Clarke believes a 5-0 defeat could prompt fans and officials to seek Kohli's return, despite the star batter stepping away from the format on May 12. (PC: PTI)

Magnus Carlsen secured his record 7th Norway Chess title after a tense final round where Fabiano Caruana defeated India's D Gukesh. Gukesh, under time pressure, blundered and finished third with 14.5 points, narrowly missing the title. Caruana’s win helped him grab second place with 15.5 points, while Carlsen topped the leaderboard with 16 points after a draw with Arjun Erigaisi. In the women’s section, Anna Muzychuk clinched the title despite losing the Armageddon tie-break to India’s R Vaishali. Koneru Humpy’s title hopes faded after only managing a draw in her classical game against Ju Wenjun.

A Karnataka-based activist has filed a complaint against RCB star Virat Kohli following the tragic stampede outside Bengaluru’s M Chinnaswamy Stadium that killed 11 people and injured over 50. The chaos erupted during RCB's IPL victory celebration, allegedly without proper police clearance. Bengaluru Police have registered cases against RCB, KSCA, and DNA Entertainment for lapses in planning and crowd control. RCB's marketing head, Nikhil Sosale, was arrested at the airport while three others were detained. The complaint against Kohli will be considered under the ongoing investigation. The Karnataka government has suspended top officials over the tragedy. (PC: X/RCB)