Maha Kumbh Mela in India

Large crowds turn out for the last day of the Maha Kumbh Mela in northern India, with over 663 million seeking absolution by taking a dip in sacred waters. Security officials manage the crowds, and the event is marked by a rare celestial alignment after 144 years.

Stampede at Religious Gathering in India

A stampede at a religious event in India resulted in at least 60 deaths and many injuries. The stampede occurred as attendees rushed to leave following the event. Overcrowding may have been a factor in the tragedy.