Mahmood Farooqui, a Dastangoi specialist, was scheduled to perform “Dastan-e-Karn — AZ Mahabharat” at IIT-Bombay as part of the Izhar 2024 event organised by Vaani. However, the performance was cancelled after a group of students opposed it due to Farooqui’s past rape conviction and subsequent acquittal by the Delhi High Court and Supreme Court. The group ‘IIT B for Bharat’ raised concerns about the institute’s association with Farooqui, leading to the cancellation of the event.
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Rishabh Pant scored 134 runs in the first Test against England at Headingley, breaking MS Dhoni's record for the most centuries by an Indian wicketkeeper-batter, but faced criticism for his dismissal after receiving a coaching message that seemed to hinder his natural play. Despite a strong start with three centurions, India's innings collapsed, losing their final seven wickets for just 41 runs, with England's Josh Tongue and Ben Stokes taking four wickets each. Need More...
Read moreRishabh Pant's aggressive 134 and memorable stump mic comments captured attention at Headingley, earning praise from Sachin Tendulkar for his innovative shot-making, while Shubman Gill also contributed with a century, bolstering India's total. Jasprit Bumrah's wickets ensured India maintained control despite a spirited fightback from England, led by Ollie Pope. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreIn a significant escalation of Middle Eastern tensions, President Donald Trump announced US airstrikes targeting Iran's nuclear facilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan, marking a direct US involvement in the conflict between Israel and Iran. The strikes, utilizing B-2 stealth bombers, were coordinated with Israel and aimed at dismantling Iran's uranium enrichment capabilities, signaling a shift in Trump's previous stance on avoiding foreign wars. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreMumbai 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? 🔎
Read moreOn 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? 🔎
Read moreThe 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? 🔎
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