India News Digest
Reports of a stampede at a religious gathering that killed at least 19 people, and a crowd crush at a Kolkata Durga Puja pandal, are among the leading stories in India today. Coverage also includes India's fighter jet production, its finance minister's comments on equity markets, and US pressure over Russian oil purchases.
India Today
Stampede at Religious Gathering Kills at Least 19
Al Jazeera reports that at least 19 people were killed in a stampede at a religious gathering in India. The report does not include further details in the available summary.
Kolkata Puja Crowd Crush Dampens Durga Puja
DW reports that a stampede in Kolkata dampened Durga Puja festivities. NDTV published video showing a crowd scrambling at a pandal, with an announcement made as people reacted to the claim that the pandal was collapsing.
India Bars Sugar-Based Ethanol in 2026-27 Tender
The Hindu reports that India has barred sugar-based ethanol in its 2026-27 tender and cut the incentive for maize-based ethanol.
Finance Minister Blames Equity Underperformance on Exits and Liquidity
CNBC reports that India's Finance Minister attributed the equity market's underperformance to easy exits and excess liquidity.
India Needs More Fighter Jets but Production Lags
The South China Morning Post reports that India needs more fighter jets and cannot build them fast enough.
India Issues Fresh Advisory for Nationals in Saudi Arabia
News On AIR reports that India has issued a fresh advisory for its nationals in Saudi Arabia amid flight disruptions.
Maldives Thanks India for Currency Swap Rollover
News On AIR reports that the Maldives thanked India for rolling over a currency swap facility worth ₹30 billion.
India Women Win T20 Series Against Zimbabwe
Cricinfo and Olympics report that India's bowlers, along with Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana, powered India to a series win over Zimbabwe in women's T20 cricket.
US Official Says Europe Refused Tariffs on India and China
ANI reports that US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the US asked European allies to impose secondary tariffs on India and China for buying Russian oil, and that they refused.
Marco Rubio's Mumbai Visit Draws Reaction in India
Al Jazeera reports that US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to Mumbai has ruffled feathers in India. The summary does not detail the specific reactions.
Political Dynasty Scion Seeks Greater Role
The New York Times reports on a member of a political dynasty in India who is trying to seize a political opportunity.
India News
Railway Phone Use on Speaker Can Lead to Fine or Jail
The Times of India reports that using a phone on speaker in a train may result in a fine or jail time.
West Indies Beat India by 24 Runs in Fourth T20
News On AIR reports that West Indies beat India by 24 runs in the fourth men's T20 match, leveling the series 2-2.
Jagan Mohan Reddy Regrets Backing 2023 Election Commission Law
NDTV reports that Jagan Mohan Reddy said he regrets backing a 2023 Election Commission law.
Hockey India Senior Men National Championship Quarter-Finals Results Released
Hockey India has published quarter-final results for the 16th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2026. The available summary does not include the scores.
Vehicle Plows Into Crowd in Punjab, Killing at Least 9
CGTN reports that a vehicle plowed into a crowd in India's Punjab state, leaving at least 9 people dead.
Hard for India to Move Away From Russian Energy, Team Trump Says
NDTV reports that a Team Trump official said it is hard for India to move away from Russian energy, in remarks about waivers.
Notable quotes
We asked European allies to put secondary tariffs on India and China for buying Russian oil, they refused — Scott Bessent