It's perhaps lucky that the Indian festival is only held every twelfth year. The world's largest religious celebration generates more money in a short time than many countries do in a whole year.
BusinessAround 30 people have died and many more have been injured at the Indian festival Kumbh Mela, according to the police. Between 90 and 100 million pilgrims are currently in the city of Prayagraj for the massive religious gathering.
WorldHundreds of police officers and drones have been deployed to track down a wolf pack in northern India. In recent months, several people are said to have been killed by the animals.
WorldThe day after the deadly accident in India, when hundreds of people were trampled to death, survivors are trying to understand what happened. I tried to help some women, but even I fainted and was crushed under the crowd, says police officer Sheela Maurya to AFP.
WorldAt least 116 people have died after panic broke out during a Hindu gathering in northern India.
WorldA heatwave has gripped parts of India. Only in one state, at least 33 camel drivers died due to the heat in the seventh and final round of voting in the country's marathon election.
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