The Karnataka government told the High Court that Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and BCCI are responsible for the Bengaluru stampede that killed 11 people outside M Chinnaswamy Stadium. The state alleged RCB invited fans without permissions or crowd management plans, calling the event “illegal.” Advocate General said social media posts misled lakhs to gather, though the stadium seats only 33,000. No government approvals were taken, and responsibilities under a BCCI-RCB security deal were ignored. RCB's marketing head allegedly tried to flee. CID now leads the probe. The state accuses RCB of seeking publicity at the cost of public safety. (PC: India Today)

New evidence has emerged in the brutal murder of Raja Raghuvanshi, whose body was found in Meghalaya on June 2. Police say his wife, Sonam Raghuvanshi, and her alleged lover, Raj Kushwaha, orchestrated a ₹20 lakh contract killing during their honeymoon. Forensic tests confirmed blood on a raincoat and khukri. CCTV footage, call records, travel bookings, and confessions link the suspects. Three men allegedly killed Raja during a trek in Cherrapunji, pushed his body into a gorge, and fled. Sonam surrendered in UP on June 8. Her missing phone and the money trail are key gaps in the probe. (PC: NDTV)

Los Angeles police have begun mass arrests after enforcing a partial curfew amid protests against federal immigration raids. The LAPD reported ongoing unrest on 1st Street between Spring and Alameda, stating, “mass arrests are being initiated.” Mayor Karen Bass imposed a curfew on a one-square-mile area to curb looting and violence. California Governor Gavin Newsom blamed Donald Trump for escalating tensions, calling his military deployment plan “unprecedented.” A federal court denied Newsom’s emergency motion to stop it. Protests have now spread to at least 10 cities, including New York, Dallas, and Chicago, with multiple arrests and National Guard deployment in Texas. (PC: X)

Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has admitted that some of his recent posts about US President Donald Trump “went too far.” The tech billionaire shared the statement on his platform X on June 11, following a week-long public feud with Trump over political and economic issues. The row intensified after Musk stepped down from his government advisory role and openly criticized the Republican Party’s proposed tax bill. “I regret some of my posts about President Donald Trump last week,” Musk posted. Tensions have grown between the two, highlighting deep divisions over business influence in US policymaking. (PC: India Today)

The Axiom-4 mission, carrying Indian Air Force Group Captain Shubanshu Shukla, has been postponed due to a liquid oxygen leak in the SpaceX Falcon-9 rocket. Scheduled for June 11 at 5:30 PM IST, the ISS-bound mission includes astronauts from India, Poland, Hungary, and the US. SpaceX announced repairs are underway and a new date will be shared pending range availability. This historic flight marks India’s return to human spaceflight after 41 years, and the first-ever ISS mission for India, Poland, and Hungary. Shukla will be the first Indian on the ISS, following Rakesh Sharma’s 1984 space mission. (PC: X)

Ahead of the five-Test England series starting June 20, concerns loom over Jasprit Bumrah’s workload. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar confirmed Bumrah may not play all matches. Gautam Gambhir and ex-NCA physio Ashish Kaushik warned against “under bowling,” saying workload must be consistent across bowling, training, and conditioning. Bumrah's fitness remains key after his back injury during the Australia series. Meanwhile, Arshdeep Singh is training in Kent, hoping for his Test debut. The left-arm pacer, returning to red-ball cricket after IPL 2025, said he is regaining rhythm and preparing to increase intensity in the tour match against India A on June 13. (PC; BCCI)

Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir is set to attend the US Army Day celebrations in Washington DC on June 14, marking the Army’s 250th anniversary. Sources told CNN-News18 that the visit reflects Pakistan’s strategic relevance amid US-China tensions, rather than a shift in India policy. The US may pressure Munir to act against terror groups targeting India and Afghanistan. Pakistan will seek investment and US assurances on TTP. India remains firm against any third-party mediation on Kashmir. The visit has sparked political backlash in Pakistan, with PTI planning protests and calling Munir a “criminal.” Outcomes remain uncertain. (PC: News18)

Sonam Raghuvanshi allegedly plotted her husband Raja's murder days after their wedding, coordinating with lover Raj Kushwaha from Indore. Police say Sonam warned Raj she'd push Raja off a hill during their Meghalaya honeymoon if hired killers failed. To delay intimacy, she suggested a temple visit en route. On May 23, they left a homestay; 10 days later, Raja’s body was found in a gorge. He had two sharp head injuries. Three men, allegedly hired by Sonam, were arrested. Sonam surrendered in UP on June 8. Raj and the others are in Meghalaya Police custody. (PC: India Today)

Los Angeles imposed a 10-hour curfew starting 8pm after five days of protests sparked by immigration raids and police violence. Mayor Karen Bass announced the curfew following widespread looting downtown. California Governor Gavin Newsom condemned former President Donald Trump for “inflaming” tensions, while Trump called the protests an “assault on peace.” Police used rubber bullets to disperse remaining crowds, reportedly injuring protesters. Press were also threatened with arrest despite being exempt. In Texas, the governor deployed the National Guard in anticipation of similar protests. Demonstrations have spread to multiple U.S. cities, with several arrests reported in New York. (PC: BBC)

A massive fire erupted June 9 aboard the Singapore-flagged container ship MV Wan Hai 503, 44 nm off Azhikkal, after an under-deck container explosion. India’s Navy and Coast Guard swiftly deployed warships and aircraft, rescuing 18 of 22 crew—14 Chinese (including six Taiwanese), plus Myanmarese and Indonesians; four remain missing, two critically injured . Chinese Embassy spokesperson Yu Jing on X lauded the “prompt and professional” response, extending gratitude and well-wishes for ongoing search and recovery . Emergency operations continue amid concerns over hazardous cargo and drifting containers.