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Mumbai police have charged 22-year-old Bilal Teli for trespassing at the IIT Powai campus, where he attended classes and stayed in the hostel from June 4 to June 19. After being asked for his ID by a professor, he fled but was later arrested; he admitted to illegally residing on campus and attending lectures despite not being a student. Need More Context? 🔎

On Day 2 of the Headingley Test, India collapsed from 430/3 to 471 all out, despite Rishabh Pant's 146-ball century and Shubman Gill's 147 runs, as Josh Tongue took 4 wickets for 86 runs, effectively breaking the Indian batting lineup after lunch. Mohammed Siraj's impressive bowling went unrewarded amidst England's comeback. Need More Context? 🔎

The first Test between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh ended in a dramatic draw, featuring a delayed declaration by Bangladesh and a strong defensive performance from Sri Lanka. Key highlights included Najmul Hossain Shanto's two centuries and Nayeem Hasan's five-wicket haul, all while the unusual presence of a snake charmer with cobras and a monkey added a unique flair to the match dubbed the 'Naagin Derby'. Need More Context? 🔎

An Air India flight experienced mid-air door issues, prompting the DGCA to impose penalties for crew violations, while Rahul Gandhi raised concerns with the Election Commission regarding data handling. In a separate incident, Gurgaon police found the body of Tanu Rajput, believed to be murdered by her husband and in-laws, as investigations continue into these matters. Need More Context? 🔎

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi expressed skepticism about the U.S.'s intentions regarding negotiations, suggesting that Washington may be planning an attack on Iran instead. He criticized the U.S. for "betraying" diplomacy and stated that Iran is willing to negotiate, but Israel must first cease its aerial attacks on Iran, following recent Israeli strikes linked to Tehran's nuclear program. Need More Context? 🔎

A dispute on the New Delhi-Bhopal Vande Bharat Express resulted in BJP MLA Rajeev Singh filing a non-cognizable report after a confrontation over seating and an 'objectionable' posture at Jhansi station. The altercation escalated when a passenger was allegedly assaulted by individuals associated with Singh. Need More Context? 🔎