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Homestays and Rentals Surpass Hotels for Indian Travellers

Indian travellers are increasingly choosing homestays, holiday rentals, and apartments over hotels. The alternative accommodation market in India is projected to reach ₹415 billion by FY29, within an overall travel market worth ₹8,200 billion. Listings have doubled from 102,200 in FY23 to 215,000 in FY26. Online searches for alternative stays grew 6% between FY24 and FY25, compared to 2% for hotels, reflecting a shift towards more destination-connected experiences.

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Shreyas Iyer Blames Bowlers After India-West Indies T20 Series Draw

The five-match T20 series between India and West Indies ended in a 2-2 draw after the final match was abandoned due to rain. Indian captain Shreyas Iyer expressed disappointment, admitting the team could have bowled better in the second and fourth matches. He also praised the team's aggressive mindset and spoke positively about young player Vaibhav Suryavanshi's future.

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Four Die in Bihar's Sone River Including Three Minors

In Bihar's Bhojpur district, four people, including three minors, drowned in the Sone river. A young man who tried to rescue them also drowned. Authorities have announced compensation for the victims' families following this tragic incident.

Amar Ujala··Bhojpur

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Kolkata Durga Puja Pandal Tragedy: 17 Dead, 25 Injured

A tragic incident at Kolkata's Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal resulted in 17 deaths and 25 injuries, with one person in critical condition. West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari visited the Medical College Hospital where the injured are being treated. The incident has deeply affected the Durga Puja celebrations and prompted urgent administrative action.

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Amit Shah to Visit Injured After Kolkata Durga Puja Stampede

Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke with West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari about the Kolkata Durga Puja stampede. Shah expressed grief over the incident and announced postponing all his programmes in West Bengal on October 18 to visit the injured in hospital. The President and Prime Minister also expressed their condolences, while Congress questioned the police response.

Zee News Hindi··Kolkata

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Kolkata Durga Puja Stampede Kills 17, Injures 25

A stampede at the Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata caused the deaths of at least 17 people and injured 25 others. The incident occurred as rain prompted a crowd surge, leading to people falling and triggering the stampede. Prime Minister and President expressed condolences and announced compensation. Home Minister Amit Shah canceled his events following the tragedy.

Amar Ujala··Kolkata

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