https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/stampede-at-a-popular-hindu-festival-in-eastern-india-kills-19Continuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/stampede-at-a-popular-hindu-festival-in-eastern-india-kills-19https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/stampede-at-a-popular-hindu-festival-in-eastern-india-kills-19#u147815Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:07:35 +0000At least 19 people died and dozens were injured in a stampede during the Durga Puja festival in Kolkata, West Bengal. The tragedy occurred Saturday night when crowds near a pavilion rushed for cover during a sudden downpour. Most victims were women and children. Chief Minister Adhikari has announced an ex gratia payment of 25 lakh rupees for the deceased. Seven suspects are currently in 10-day police custody as authorities investigate the cause of the crush.Why it mattersDurga Puja is an annual Hindu festival celebrating the goddess Durga. This event took place in the capital of West Bengal, e