Varanasi transforms into 'Mini Maha Kumbh' as thousands of Naga Sadhus arrive ahead of Maha Shivratri

IANS | February 11, 2025 4:00 PM

Varanasi, Feb 11 (IANS) The ancient city of Varanasi is witnessing a spiritual awakening as it prepares to host a wave of Naga Sadhus and saints ahead of Maha Shivratri. Following their participation in the Prayagraj Mahakumbh, the revered saints, particularly those from the Panchdashnam Juna Akhara, have now arrived in the city, setting up a vibrant camp along the ghats of the Ganga.

Maha Kumbh 2025: Traffic advisory issued for Maghi Purnima Snan

IANS | February 11, 2025 9:18 AM

New Delhi, Feb 11 (IANS) In preparation for the Maghi Purnima Snan on February 12, the Prayagraj administration has issued a comprehensive traffic advisory to ensure smooth movement and safety of devotees during the Maha Kumbh.

NCW seeks Ashwini Vaishnaw's help to curb obscene content on OTT platforms

IANS | February 10, 2025 10:23 PM

New Delhi, Feb 10 (IANS) The National Commission for Women (NCW) has written to Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw seeking regulatory measures to check obscene content available on various Over-the-Top (OTT) platforms and social media streaming sites, an official said on Monday.

As Maha Kumbh nears one month, over 1.44 crore devotees take dip in Sangam daily

IANS | February 10, 2025 5:38 PM

Mahakumbh Nagar, Feb 10 (IANS) Prayagraj is witnessing an unparalleled spectacle of faith as Maha Kumbh 2025 continues to set new records in religious and cultural gatherings with each passing day.

President Murmu takes holy dip at Triveni Sangam during Maha Kumbh visit

IANS | February 10, 2025 12:11 PM

New Delhi, Feb 10 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu visited Prayagraj on Monday to take part in the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela, where she took a sacred dip at the Triveni Sangam.

Very safe for women: Pilgrims hail Maha Kumbh security, cleanliness arrangements

IANS | February 10, 2025 9:25 AM

Prayagraj, Feb 10 (IANS) Pilgrims visiting the Maha Kumbh in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj on Monday lauded the extensive arrangements made by the administration, particularly the facilities at the ghats and the enhanced security measures.

Maha Kumbh: Uttarakhand CM Dhami takes holy dip in Triveni Sangam

IANS | February 10, 2025 9:06 AM

Prayagraj, Feb 10 (IANS) Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, along with his family, took a holy dip in the Triveni Sangam on Monday during the ongoing Maha Kumbh in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj.

President Murmu to visit Maha Kumbh today, take holy dip at Triveni Sangam

IANS | February 10, 2025 8:28 AM

New Delhi, Feb 10 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu is scheduled to visit Prayagraj on Monday to participate in the ongoing Maha Kumbh festivities, where she will take a sacred dip at the Triveni Sangam.

Andhra: SIT arrests four in Tirumala laddu adulteration case

IANS | February 9, 2025 11:35 PM

Tirupati, Feb 9 (IANS) The Special Investigation Team (SIT) constituted on the orders of the Supreme Court has arrested four persons in connection with the alleged adulteration of sacred laddu of Tirumala temple.

Ban on liquor, non-veg food around Vaishno Devi shrine extended for two more months

IANS | February 9, 2025 2:15 PM

New Delhi, Feb 9 (IANS) In a move to maintain the sanctity of the Vaishno Devi shrine in Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi district, the ban on the sale, possession, and consumption of liquor and non-vegetarian food in and around it has been extended for an additional two months, officials announced on Sunday.

Religion

Varanasi transforms into 'Mini Maha Kumbh' as thousands of Naga Sadhus arrive ahead of Maha Shivratri

Maha Kumbh 2025: Traffic advisory issued for Maghi Purnima Snan

NCW seeks Ashwini Vaishnaw's help to curb obscene content on OTT platforms

As Maha Kumbh nears one month, over 1.44 crore devotees take dip in Sangam daily

President Murmu takes holy dip at Triveni Sangam during Maha Kumbh visit

Very safe for women: Pilgrims hail Maha Kumbh security, cleanliness arrangements

Maha Kumbh: Uttarakhand CM Dhami takes holy dip in Triveni Sangam

President Murmu to visit Maha Kumbh today, take holy dip at Triveni Sangam

Andhra: SIT arrests four in Tirumala laddu adulteration case

Ban on liquor, non-veg food around Vaishno Devi shrine extended for two more months

LATEST NEWS

5th T20I: Happy that Yuvraj still holds fastest T20I fifty record, says Pandya after 16-ball fifty

5th T20I: ‘Surya the batter’ went missing somewhere, he will be back stronger, says Yadav

5th T20I: Varma, Pandya, Bumrah, Chakaravarthy help India clinch series 3-1 win (Ld)

5th T20I: Chakaravarthy, Bumrah star as India beat SA by 30 runs, clinch series 3-1

WTL: Suresh stuns Medvedev in thriller to secure final spot (Ld)

Hijab incident: Complaint filed against Nitish Kumar, Sanjay Nishad; hearing on Jan 3

Bihar: Kidnapping case of Dr Sajal Kumar cracked; 6 arrested

Actor Roshan offers prayers at the Sri Bhadrakali Temple ahead of Champion's release

Sudesh Bhosle remembers late Satish Shah with a popular throwback clip featuring young Sanjay Dutt

IWL 2025-26: Indian women’s football’s finest begin battle in Bengal