India news: Kolkata stampede dampens Durga Puja festivities
Authorities have detained several people over a deadly stampede in India's eastern city of Kolkata, after the state vowed strict action.
According to DW, authorities have detained several people over a deadly stampede in India's eastern city of Kolkata, after the state vowed strict action.
Meanwhile, 'Cockroach' leader Dipke is out of detention.
This world story centres on India. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Kolkata, Durga Puja and Cockroach'.
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- Kolkata, Durga Puja, Cockroach', Dipke
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