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'Thoughts with those who have lost their loved ones': PM Modi on Kolkata stampede

Sat, 10/17/2026 - 17:27
The incident occurred around 7.40 pm in the Girish Park police station area amid heavy crowds of pandal visitors and rainfall. As rain began, people waiting outside the pandal rushed forward, causing some to fall on the road and triggering a stampede, a senior police officer told PTI. All the injured were rescued and taken to Calcutta Medical College for treatment.
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Amit Shah cancels all programs in Kolkata, to meet victims in hospital

Sat, 10/17/2026 - 17:22
In a heartbreaking incident at a Durga Puja pandal in north Kolkata, a stampede claimed the lives of at least 19 people and left 25 others injured amid a surge of visitors driven by panic from heavy rains. Rescue efforts were promptly initiated, and medical staff rushed the injured to hospitals.
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Kolkata pandal stampede: Heavy rush amid rain led to deadly incident - top developments

Sat, 10/17/2026 - 16:58
A chaotic stampede unfolded at the Sarada Park Durga Puja pandal in north Kolkata due to a crowd surge, leading to at least 1 deaths and 15 injuries. Emergency services transported the injured to Calcutta Medical College and Hospital for immediate medical assistance. The West Bengal health minister, alongside other political leaders, responded by visiting the scene and the hospital.
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Rain washes out series decider after India script history vs West Indies

Sat, 10/17/2026 - 16:54
In a remarkable display, India achieved the quickest team fifty in men's T20I cricket, accomplishing this feat in a mere 2.5 overs against the West Indies. Unfortunately, relentless rain led to the abandonment of the match. The series concluded with both teams even at 2-2 after five thrilling encounters, with India's swift scoring and the record-setting fifty marking a high point in the series finale.
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Kolkata stampede: 12 detained, including pandal organisers; 19 dead

Sat, 10/17/2026 - 16:15
A tragic stampede at a Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata has claimed the lives of at least 17 people. The chaos was reportedly caused by severe rain and a massive influx of attendees. Eyewitnesses recounted scenes of distress, with numerous individuals fainting under the circumstances. Emergency services acted quickly, transporting the seriously injured to Calcutta Medical College.
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Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf raise $300,000 for charity with 20 luxury watches

Sat, 10/17/2026 - 15:30
In 2018, Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf celebrated their partnership with Longines by organizing a charity auction. The auction raised $300,000 for their respective foundations, supporting education and children's trauma recovery. The event took place at the Musée Rodin in Paris, highlighting their decade-long collaboration with the watchmaker. Graf's foundation, Children for Tomorrow, expanded its reach into schools thanks to newfound funding.
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'There's an aura': South Africa call on KG to bring the heat against Australia

Sat, 10/17/2026 - 15:02
Rabada missed the first Test in Durban, where South Africa suffered a 214-run defeat, as he continued his recovery from a hamstring injury. He has since trained with the team and is now ready to return.
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Man killed, four injured in suspected militant attack on Kuki village in Manipur

Sat, 10/17/2026 - 14:41
A tragic incident unfolded in Chassad village, Manipur, where a militant attack led to the death of one man and injuries to four others. Gunfire erupted between the militants and a local armed faction, with the violence persisting into the evening. Emergency services promptly transported the injured to a hospital, but sadly, one victim did not survive.
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