A tragic stampede at Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy Stadium during RCB’s IPL victory parade prompts the Karnataka High Court to demand a report on safety measures after the loss of 11 lives. In a boost for India’s defense industry, Tata Advanced Systems is set to manufacture Rafale jet fuselages in Hyderabad, marking a significant milestone for local production. Additionally, TMC MP Mahua Moitra ties the knot with former BJD MP Pinaki Misra in a discreet ceremony in Berlin.
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RCB Stampede Overcrowding Crisis
The RCB IPL victory parade caused a deadly stampede with 11 deaths and 33 injuries due to massive overcrowding.
A stadium meant for 35,000 held 2-3 lakh attendees, revealing severe event management failures.
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Rafale Assembly Goes Local
Tata Advanced Systems will locally produce Rafale jet fuselages starting FY 2027-28, marking the first manufacturing outside France.
This domestic production aims to serve both Indian defense needs and international markets.
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Moitra's Low-Profile Wedding
TMC MP Mahua Moitra married former BJD MP and Supreme Court lawyer Pinaki Misra in a quiet Berlin ceremony on May 30.
Their low-profile wedding contrasts with Moitra's vocal political presence in India.
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This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain. Today is the 5th of June and here are the headlines.
1. Karnataka HC Seeks Report on RCB Victory Parade Stampede The Karnataka High Court has directed the state government to submit a detailed report on the tragic stampede at Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy Stadium during RCB’s IPL victory parade, which killed 11 and injured 33. The court seeks clarity on causes, preventability, and future safeguards. CM Siddaramaiah ordered a magisterial probe led by Bengaluru Urban Deputy Commissioner. Overcrowding—2–3 lakh attendees in a stadium built for 35,000—caused chaos. Compensation of ₹10 lakh and free treatment was announced.
2. Rafale Jet Fuselages to Be Made in India by Tata In a significant move for India's defence sector, Tata Advanced Systems will produce Rafale fighter jet fuselages in Hyderabad under a new deal with France’s Dassault Aviation. This marks the first time Rafale components will be manufactured outside France. The Hyderabad plant will build key sections including front, central, and rear fuselages. Production will start by FY 2027-28, with capacity to deliver two fuselages per month. The facility will serve both Indian and international markets.
3. Mahua Moitra Marries Former BJD MP Pinaki Misra TMC MP Mahua Moitra, known for her strong speeches in Parliament, has married Supreme Court lawyer and former BJD MP Pinaki Misra. The couple tied the knot in a quiet ceremony in Berlin, Germany, on May 30. Moitra confirmed the marriage to The Indian Express. A photograph of the newlyweds at Berlin’s Brandenburg Gate has surfaced and was published by The Telegraph, drawing attention to their low-profile union amid Moitra’s high-profile political life.
4. Trump Reinstates Controversial Travel Ban on 12 Nations US President Donald Trump has reinstated a sweeping travel ban impacting citizens from 12 countries, including Iran, Yemen, and Somalia, while tightening restrictions on seven others. Effective from Monday, the rollout includes a short grace period to avoid past chaos. The updated ban builds on a version upheld by the US Supreme Court. Additional curbs now apply to travellers from countries like Cuba, Laos, and Venezuela. Trump cited national security as the key reason for the move.
5. Trump Suspends Harvard Exchange Visas in Escalating Dispute President Donald Trump has signed a proclamation suspending foreign nationals enrolled in exchange programs at Harvard University, escalating tensions between the White House and the Ivy League institution. The directive also asks the State Department to consider revoking visas of some current international students. Harvard alleges political retaliation after it resisted federal pressure to alter its governance and curriculum. The suspension is part of Trump’s broader push to regulate academic institutions seen as ideologically opposed.
That's all for today. This was the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express.
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