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Mexico’s preparations for the FIFA World Cup 2026 have suffered a major setback after striking teachers destroyed and burned giant football-themed statues in Mexico City. The incident happened just days before the capital is set to host the opening match of the tournament. Protesters targeted a World Cup promotional exhibition that featured large footballer statues wearing different national team jerseys.

Elite CRPF CoBRA commandos are being deployed to Manipur amidst escalating ethnic unrest, now involving the Naga community. This move follows a recent flashpoint that ignited fresh violence, leading to arson and abductions. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has ordered strong action against extremist elements across the state, aiming to restore order and public trust.

Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Allowed Him To Sit For Two Papers But Not Taken To Centre On June 5

Trinamool councillor Shankar Das was severely beaten and stripped by a mob at his Kolkata home, allegedly over land-grabbing accusations. The incident followed the discovery of relief materials at a business owned by the municipality chairman. Two associates of the chairman were also attacked. Police have arrested two individuals and are investigating the pre-planned conspiracy claims.

Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League victory was marred by widespread disorder across France, leading to 780 arrests and numerous serious incidents. Despite a massive police deployment, clashes erupted, with officers facing a high number of fireworks. Tragically, one man died in a motorbike crash, and another sustained severe injuries in a knife attack.

Cites ‘Insufficient Ground’, Notes DU Student Was Identified In Clip Showing Money Being Distributed Among Workers

A former BJP Scheduled Caste Morcha office bearer, Ramavatar Aswal, was brutally murdered at his Jaipur scrap warehouse, his throat slit. The shocking incident sparked a protest by villagers and family demanding swift justice, arrests, and compensation. Police have formed teams to investigate, with personal enmity a potential motive. Assurances of resolution within five days and administrative aid were given.

Samik Bhattacharya, the West Bengal BJP leader, has taken a definitive stand against former TMC leaders who wish to join their ranks, branding them as 'tainted' and insisting that the BJP thrives on grassroots support. He also dismissed Mamata Banerjee's intentions to stage a protest over supposed post-poll violence as an attempt to sidestep her party's internal challenges.

Abhijeet Dipke’s Cockroach Janta Party has moved beyond viral posts and airport welcomes. Its Jantar Mantar protest put exam leaks, student distrust and the demand for accountability back at the centre of youth politics

Ahead of a demolition drive, Haryana authorities have temporarily suspended mobile internet and bulk SMS services within a one-kilometer radius in Faridabad's NIT Zone. The measure, effective from 12:30 AM to 10 PM on May 30th, aims to prevent the spread of misinformation and curb potential unrest, while voice calls and essential services remain unaffected.

A one-and-a-half-year-old boy in T'puram suffered brutal, prolonged abuse, revealed by a postmortem showing 51 injuries and severe internal bleeding. His mother and her partner are arrested. Neighbours reported hearing the child cry frequently. The child's grandfathers allege burn marks, while the first wife's family reports Ashkar's history of severe domestic violence.

Mumbai Indians faced a dismal IPL 2026, plagued by persistent dressing room unrest and damaging leaks of sensitive information. This internal turmoil, escalating since Hardik Pandya's captaincy, has frustrated franchise figures and insiders alike. Management is now prioritising an immediate crackdown on these breaches to restore the team's former glory.

Rahul Gandhi met CBSE Class 12 students labelled 'anti-national' after questioning an incorrect Physics answer sheet. The board later admitted an error. Gandhi criticised the government's response, stating the students deserve a secure future and that problems can't be solved by denying them. The incident highlighted scrutiny of the board's evaluation process.

Anup Soni reminisces about a gripping single-take lock-up scene from the 2003 film 'Gangaajal'. He described the sequence, shot with a steadicam, as raw and tense, highlighting its contribution to the crime drama's enduring impact. Soni praised Prakash Jha's direction and the ensemble cast, calling the film a significant project in his career.