No VIP privileges on Amrit Snan and all major bathing days at Maha Kumbh

IANS | January 30, 2025 10:43 PM

Mahakumbh Nagar, Jan 30 (IANS) A large number of devotees, along with VIPs and VVIPs, are arriving at the Triveni Sangam to take a holy dip during Maha Kumbh 2025. However, the Yogi government has strictly prohibited VIP protocols on ‘Amrit Snan’ and other major bathing festivals to ensure an equal and seamless experience for all pilgrims.

Maha Kumbh stampede: Two from Bengal identified as victims

IANS | January 30, 2025 11:55 AM

Kolkata, Jan 30 (IANS) So far two residents from West Bengal have been identified as victims of the unfortunate stampede incident in Prayagraj Maha Kumbh on Wednesday, confirmed an official from the state secretariat Nabanna on Thursday.

JPC meet on Waqf Bill ends; final draft adopted

IANS | January 29, 2025 11:36 AM

New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) meeting that was held to scrutinise the contentious Waqf Amendment Bill ended on Wednesday with the JPC adopting the Bill with 14 votes in favour and 11 against. The Opposition members of the JPC have time till 4 pm on Wednesday to register their dissent.