During the Lionel Messi event, angry spectators resorted to an indiscriminate rampage and clashed with the police, causing an estimated damage of Rs 2 crore to stadium furniture.

Sajid Akram and his 24-year-old son Naveed had opened fire with rifles targeting Jews celebrating the Hanukkah festival on the Bondi Beach. Sajid was killed in an exchange of fire with the police during the shooting, which is being described as one of Australia’s deadliest terrorist attacks.

After the BJP won the Thiruvananthapuram corporation polls. In a post on X, Tharoor said: “I also want to acknowledge the historic performance of the BJP in Thiruvananthapuram, and offer humble congratulations on their significant victory in the city Corporation.”