In a dramatic protest against frequent power cuts, Congress MLA from Haridwar, Virendra Singh, disconnected electricity to officials' residences. The MLA demanded accountability for the public's suffering. Watch the video.
Central Railway plans to launch new train services from Ajni station in Nagpur within months to decongest routes. ₹1,500 crore allocated for Kumbh Mela upgrades. Read the latest developments.
Uttar Pradesh has become India's most visited state in 2025, drawing 646.8 million domestic tourists. Discover the spiritual and cultural hubs driving this unprecedented tourism boom.
Maharashtra government sanctions Rs 363.5 crore for the Jain Kumbh Mela in Nashik, expecting over 10 lakh devotees. Explore the details of the grand religious event.
Uttarakhand police arrest home guard constable Abhimanyu Singh for the murder of 21-year-old Waseem. The motive was a past relationship. Read the full details.
Expelled BJP leader Suresh Rathore denies an audio clip's authenticity, calling it AI-generated. He files a police complaint as the 2022 Rishikesh resort murder case sees renewed political demands. Read the full story.
Indian aviation in 2025 saw record traffic, the historic Kumbh Mela, and a major IATA event, but was marred by crashes, rupee woes, and operational crises. Explore the full story.
The 'Vishwaguru' title bestowed upon ISKCON founder Srila Prabhupada was humbly offered at the feet of Udupi Sri Krishna. Read about this significant spiritual ceremony in Karnataka.
Indian Railways and Nashik district administration plan to develop Ghoti railway station to manage crowds for the Simhastha Kumbh Mela. Read about the decongestion strategy.
A mentally unstable woman was brutally assaulted in Haridwar after entering a wrong house. Police have detained four accused. Read the full details and legal actions taken.
Geetanshi Sharma, 24, from Sonipat, died after jumping into the Ganga in Haridwar. Her body was recovered at Kankhal. Police investigation is ongoing. Read for details.
A major water filtration plant will be built at Kushavart Teerth in Trimbakeshwar for the 2026-28 Kumbh Mela. It will treat 3 lakh litres per hour for pilgrims. Read about the key preparations.
Haridwar consumer commission orders two doctors to compensate a woman who became pregnant after a tubectomy. The case highlights medical accountability and patient distress. Read the full story.
Niranjani Akhara elevates Japanese monk Joe Ota as Swami Adityanand Giri. Plans announced for 2026 Dharm Sansad in Japan and a major Sant Kumbh in 2027. Read more about this global push for Sanatan Dharma.
Four young drivers died when their SUV hit a parked truck after a cow appeared on the Haridwar-Rishikesh road. Police launch drive to collar stray animals. Read details.
Maharashtra's Skill Development Department launches a 21-day Puja Vidhi & Paurohit course in Nashik to train manpower for the 2027 Simhastha Kumbh Mela. Learn about the curriculum and opportunities.
Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan reveals his wish to attend the ancient Kumbh Mela. Discover the actor's connection to the festival and explore the significance of this massive spiritual gathering.
Nashik Municipal Corporation calls a meeting with environmentalists to resolve the dispute over cutting 1,700+ trees in Tapovan for Sadhugram expansion ahead of Kumbh Mela. Read details.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav attacks BJP over SIR process, constitutional integrity, and IndiGo cancellations. He warns of voter backlash in Uttar Pradesh. Read the full report.
A 36-year-old man's body was found with rat bites at a Haridwar hospital mortuary, triggering protests. Family alleges negligence. Authorities order probe.
Nashik Rural Police receive 43 new four-wheelers from DPC funds to enhance law & order across 15,000 sq km and prepare for Kumbh Mela 2025 security. More vehicles to come.
Author Meenakshi Singh's new book captures the spiritual essence of Maha Kumbh through photography. Unveiled in Delhi, it's hailed as a cultural document. Explore the divine in human form.
A body in Haridwar district hospital's mortuary was gnawed by rats due to a damaged freezer, officials admit negligence. In a separate incident, a leopard attacked a 4-year-old in Pauri.
A family in Haridwar protests after rats gnawed at a relative's corpse in a district hospital mortuary. The incident exposes severe medical negligence and poor infrastructure.
Maharashtra minister Girish Mahajan defends transplanting trees for Nashik's Kumbh Mela Sadhugram amid protests from Shiv Sena, NCP, and legal challenges. Details inside.
Major train disruptions at Dehradun station from Sunday to Wednesday due to critical safety and bridge repair work. Several express trains cancelled or short-terminated. Full refund for passengers.
From the Maha Kumbh Mela to the beaches of the Philippines, discover the top destinations Indian travellers searched for in 2025, based on Google Trends data.
Maharashtra's ruling coalition faces rift as Shinde Sena protests tree cutting in Nashik's Tapovan for Kumbh Mela, opposing CM Fadnavis's stance. Details inside.
Prayagraj authorities verify entry-exit routes for Magh Mela 2026, expecting 12-15 crore pilgrims. AI, drones, and Kumbh model to ensure smooth flow. Read the detailed plan here.
Congress & NCP MPs demand Union govt intervention to stop cutting of 1,700 trees at Tapovan for Sadhugram development ahead of Kumbh Mela 2027. Read about the ecological concerns.