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New Crowd Management Rules for Durga Puja Pandals After Kolkata Stampede

Following a stampede in Kolkata's Chor Bagan Durga Puja pandal that killed 19 and injured 25, an umbrella group of 400 committees and police issued new guidelines. They include keeping at least 10 raincoats and walkie-talkies per pandal, regular announcements against selfies and videos, and having ambulances in each zone for emergencies. The measures aim to improve crowd safety during the festival.

Hindustan Times··Kolkata

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Winter Pollution Raises Health Risks and Insurance Costs in North India

As winter approaches in Delhi and North India, pollution worsens respiratory issues like asthma and allergies, leading to increased doctor visits, tests, hospitalizations, and emergency treatments. These health problems can result in significant medical expenses, impacting personal savings. It is crucial for individuals to review their health insurance coverage, including waiting periods, exceptions, and limits, to ensure protection against pollution-related health costs. Health insurance top-ups may also be necessary to cover additional expenses.

NDTV Business··Delhi

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MEA Rejects Pakistan's Anti-India Claims at OIC Meeting

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Monday rejected anti-India references in resolutions adopted at the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Council of Foreign Ministers meeting held in Baghdad on October 17-18. The MEA alleged that Pakistan had orchestrated these anti-India references in the resolutions.

Economic Times··Baghdad

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Hyderabad Man Arrested for Honey Trap, Blackmail Using Multiple Social Accounts

A 23-year-old man in Hyderabad was arrested for running a honey trap and blackmail scheme by creating 13 Instagram and 14 Facebook accounts. He extorted over 1.8 million rupees from victims, including a police officer. Authorities are interrogating him to determine the total number of victims and the amount extorted so far.

News18 Hindi··Hyderabad

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French PM Urges Local Curfews to Control Riots and Looting

On October 17, 2026, the French Prime Minister acknowledged severe violence and extensive property damage during protests but noted no deaths occurred, calling it a miracle. He defended police efforts against violent groups and called for localized curfews in cities to curb rioting and looting.

Hindu World·

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Surgeon Explains Controllable and Uncontrollable Breast Cancer Risks

Dr. Tapti Sen, a surgeon, explains that breast cancer develops due to a mix of genetic, hormonal, environmental, and lifestyle factors. Cases have risen over two decades, partly due to better diagnosis and awareness, but exact causes remain unclear. In Asian countries like India, breast cancer affects younger women more often than in the West, highlighting the need for awareness and screening. Some risk factors are controllable, while others, such as age and genetics, are not.

HT Health·

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