
Death toll rises to at least 18 in New Delhi railway station stampede
More than a dozen of the injured are being treated in hospital, according to reports.
Mon Feb 17 2025

India's Modi takes 'holy dips' at Maha Kumbh, week after stampede killed dozens
Security personnel stood in the water nearby while thousands of people crowded the banks to watch the prime minister perform the rituals.
Wed Feb 05 2025

Moments before deadly stampede at India's Maha Kumbh, devotees pleaded to open more routes
Police say the path leading to main bathing area is only 50 metres wide and barricaded on either side to avoid people spilling over.
Fri Jan 31 2025

Millions of Hindus take "holy dip" a day after fatal stampede
Devotees take daily 'holy dips,' but on certain dates, "royal" dips are deemed more sacred, drawing larger crowds.
Thu Jan 30 2025

What caused the stampede at India's Maha Kumbh festival that killed dozens?
Here are some details about the incident and the situation on the ground.
Thu Jan 30 2025

India orders probe into Kumbh festival stampede that killed dozens
The government has decided that a judicial inquiry of the incident will be done, says Uttar Pradesh state Chief Minister.
Thu Jan 30 2025

Nearly 40 bodies at morgue after India's Kumbh stampede, police sources say
Witnesses say devotees trying to escape an initial stampede were caught in another stampede at an exit.
Wed Jan 29 2025

A tech-savvy Maha Kumbh: India aims for a safer religious festival
Police say they are using AI-based software to count the number of people and prevent stampedes.
Sun Jan 26 2025

India stampede: Six dead as thousands gather for free pass to visit Hindu temple
Thousands of devotees queued outside the temple to collect tokens for a free visit to the deity, pushed and jostled leading to the stampede.
Thu Jan 09 2025

Mass pre-Christmas food crushes claim 67 lives in Nigeria
Food is traditionally distributed to the poor ahead of Christmas, with large crowds gathering to benefit from the handouts.
Mon Dec 23 2024

Guinea stadium crush kills 56 people after disputed refereeing decision
According to the Guinean government, the violence broke out over a contested goal.
Mon Dec 02 2024

At least 121 people, mostly women, killed in stampede at India's Hathras
Authorities said the stampede occurred when a crowd of devotees started pushing towards the stage after an event to touch the preacher.
Wed Jul 03 2024

Soccer: At least 12 dead in stampede at El Salvador stadium
The tournament was suspended after a stampede broke out in the general section at a quarterfinal Salvadoran league soccer match.
Mon May 22 2023

At least 78 killed in stampede for donations in Yemen
The stampede took place during the distribution of charitable donations by merchants in the final days of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.
Thu Apr 20 2023

Deadly chaos as Pakistanis scramble for scarce donations
16 people have been killed in chaos at charity distributions, shocking Pakistan, especially during the Islamic fasting month of Ramadan.
Wed Apr 05 2023

What happened in Philippine drug war that led to Duterte's arrest?
Here are some facts about the drug war during Duterte's presidency from 2016 to 2022.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Soccer - Manchester United plans to build 'world's greatest stadium'
Manchester United plans to build a new 100,000-seat stadium next to the existing Old Trafford, the club announces.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Meta begins testing its first in-house AI training chip
Meta is working with Taiwan-based chip manufacturer TSMC to produce the chip, according to sources.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Russia says it wants united and 'friendly' Syria
Russia has two strategically important military bases in Syria, which it is hoping to retain in the wake of Assad's fall.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Musk says juggling DOGE and CEO jobs is difficult, as Tesla shares slump
Elon Musk says he is running his businesses "with great difficulty" while working with the Trump administration.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Philippine ex-leader Duterte long defiant on deadly drug war
Before becoming president, Rodrigo Duterte earned the nicknames "The Punisher" and "Duterte Harry" for his violent anti-drug crackdown.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Ismail Sabri probe: 36 witnesses finish giving statements to MACC, 23 others to be summoned
A MACC source said 23 other witnesses have also been identified and would be summoned to give their statements soon.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Westin Hotels marks World Sleep Day with wellness-focused offerings
With a growing demand for sleep tourism and wellness travel, Westin aims to solidify its position as a leader in holistic hospitality.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Govt wants local experts to help improve national cyber security - PM's press secretary
Tunku Nashrul Abaidah says the government has high confidence in local expertise to face cybersecurity challenges.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Philippines' ex-President Duterte arrested at ICC's request over 'drugs war', government says
Rodrigo Duterte was arrested upon his arrival at a Manila airport and the ex-leader is now in custody, the office of the president said.
Tue Mar 11 2025