Several major Durga Puja pandals across Kolkata temporarily suspended public entry following a stampede that killed 19 people and injured 25 at Chorbagan Sarbojanin. Police arrested seven people, while authorities announced compensation, government jobs and an SIT probe
Adani Electricity has streamlined temporary power connections for Navratri and Durga Puja pandals in Mumbai, promising connections within 48 hours of complete applications. The utility has also installed floodlights and deployed Quick Response Teams to ensure safe, reliable and uninterrupted electricity supply
VHP International President Alok Kumar clarified that the organisation has not issued any guidelines restricting meat sales near Durga Puja pandals in West Bengal. He said remarks favouring cleanliness and hygiene were a personal suggestion by a member, not a decision taken at the meeting
