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MiscellaneousDeadly Stampede Claims 19 Lives at Kolkata Hindu Festival
A stampede at a Hindu festival in Kolkata has claimed the lives of at least 19 individuals. The incident occurred during the event, causing a significant tragedy.
Al Jazeera English|October 18, 2026|2
MiscellaneousTragedy Strikes Kolkata Hindu Festival: Stampede Claims at Least 19 Lives
A stampede at a Hindu festival in Kolkata has tragically killed at least 19 people. The cause of the incident is under investigation, with overcrowding suspected.
Al Jazeera English|October 18, 2026|1
PoliticsHow the BJP's Rise to Power is Making Beef Vanish from West Bengal's Plates
Stringent enforcement of cattle slaughter regulations and delayed licence renewals following the BJP's electoral victory in West Bengal have led to a severe beef shortage, driving up prices and forcing residents to alter their traditional diets.
Al Jazeera English|September 15, 2026