19 killed, 25 injured in stampede at Kolkata Durga Puja pandal |18 October 2026

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Nineteen people killed and 25 others injured in a stampede at a Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata; West Bengal government orders probe; Forms high-level panel to review safety at Puja pandals across state.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah takes stock of situation following the stampede.

Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan reviews preparations for upcoming Khet Bachao Abhiyan; Urges states to ensure active participation of farmers.

Food regulator FSSAI proposes residue limits for two pesticides in tea; Seeks ban on added sugars in food for infants up to six months.

Violent clashes, mass looting and arson rock cities across France as rioters set historic buildings ablaze; Over 1200 arrested.

In Men’s Cricket, Rain washes out Fifth and final T20 International between India and West Indies; Series ends in a 2-2 draw.

Asian Para Games 2026 set to open at Aichi-Nagoya in Japan today; Para Badminton Star Pramod Bhagat and Para Athlete Simran Sharma to be India’s flag bearers at opening ceremony.

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