Passenger Brawl on Varanasi-Lucknow Train in Amethi
A fight between passengers on the Varanasi-Lucknow Intercity Express in Amethi went viral. GRP is investigating the incident that raises safety concerns. Read details.
A fight between passengers on the Varanasi-Lucknow Intercity Express in Amethi went viral. GRP is investigating the incident that raises safety concerns. Read details.
Sahitya Akademi awardee Kashinath Singh expresses deep pain over Varanasi's transformation into a spectacle, fearing loss of its essence. Read his poignant critique.
The 11th Khajuraho International Film Festival, held from Dec 16-22, celebrated cinema, culture, and ideas. Featuring stars, 102 films, and folk arts, it honored legends like Dharmendra. Explore the highlights!
Commuters on the Tuticorin-Mysuru Special train are protesting high ticket prices for the Bengaluru-Mysuru stretch. Railways defends the 500km minimum fare rule for special trains. Read more.
Get the latest from Varanasi on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments. Stay informed with the essential news from the city today.
Varanasi's eco-friendly e-bus service is getting a digital upgrade. A new app will show real-time bus locations, reducing wait times. Read about the features and public testing phase.
Varanasi celebrated Chaudhary Charan Singh's birth anniversary as Farmers' Day. Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan detailed the Viksit Bharat Rozgar Ajeevika Mission, aiming to empower 700+ farmers with skills and sustainable livelihoods.
The Railway Board approves a new superfast train connecting Bengaluru to Mumbai, aiming for a 24-hour travel time. Discover the route, schedule, and expected impact on regional connectivity.
Actor Siddharth Arora shares his Dev Deepawali experience on Varanasi ghats, talks about the city's transformation, his move to films & solo travels. Read more.
Varanasi takes a green leap! District's first commercial EV charging station inaugurated at Indian Oil outlet, aiming to cut pollution and boost convenience. Read more.
The Khadi Gramodyog Exhibition 2025-26 in Varanasi kicked off with impressive sales of Rs 18 lakh. Inaugurated by local leaders, the event features 113 stalls showcasing rural crafts until Dec 29. Discover the vibrant showcase of Indian handicrafts.
Varanasi Press Club gears up for the 38th Kanishkadev Gorawala Memorial Media Cricket Competition. Six teams to compete from Dec 24-31 at Dr Sampurnanand Sports Complex. Read for full schedule and team details.
North Eastern Railway's Varanasi DRM Ashish Jain inspected safety & passenger amenities at Sadat and Jakhaniyan stations. Read about the key findings and instructions issued.
Varanasi DM Satyendra Kumar inspected night shelters to ensure facilities for the needy during the cold wave. He directed officials to improve arrangements and urged public to report distress.
Discover three unforgettable Indian train journeys: the UNESCO-listed Kalka-Shimla toy train, the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, and the coastal Konkan Railway. Experience breathtaking landscapes and engineering marvels.
Varanasi Municipal Corporation assures no coercive action against religious sites after seers protest integrated tax bills. Commissioner clarifies tax exemptions for charitable institutions.
GRP and RPF nab two notorious thieves at Varanasi Cantt railway station, recovering over Rs 5 lakh in cash and jewellery. One accused was a parole jumper. Read the full story.
Actor Anupam Kher's cancelled flight led to a Vande Bharat train journey, where he praised the neat and clean Varanasi Railway Station at 5 AM. Read his full review.
Banaras Hindu University organizes a grand flower exhibition at Malaviya Bhavan from December 25 to 27. The event aims to promote greenery and organic farming awareness. Read more.
The 9th Mahindra Kabira Festival starts on Dec 19 in Varanasi, exploring Kabir's teachings through music, art & dialogue. Discover the schedule & highlights.
India's pioneering hydrogen fuel cell catamaran taxi in Varanasi was struck by a boat, halting operations. Police investigate if the crash was deliberate. Read the latest details.
A new cancer registry report for Varanasi reveals one in 36 men is at risk of oral cancer, primarily due to tobacco. Breast cancer is most common in women. Learn the key findings and risks.
Varanasi Municipal Corporation identified and acted against 110 'yellow spots' for open urination from Dec 12-16. Beautification and awareness campaigns launched to keep the holy city clean. Join the effort!
Azgara assembly area in Varanasi becomes the first to complete the Special Intensive Revision exercise. District election officer targets full completion by Tuesday. Read the latest updates.
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav convenes a two-day cabinet meeting in Khajuraho to review key government departments and transfer Ladli Behna scheme installments to over 1.26 crore beneficiaries.
Varanasi's 'Sundays on Cycle' event saw enthusiastic participation to celebrate India winning the bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games. Read about the vibrant community initiative.
Varanasi (Kashi) bags the Smart City Innovation Award-2025 for its pioneering 3D Urban Spatial Digital Twin project, a first in India for comprehensive city planning and disaster management.
Madhya Pradesh's state cabinet will operate from Khajuraho for two days to review departmental performances. CM Mohan Yadav leads the crucial assessment. Read for full details.
India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train is set to begin operations by the end of December 2025. Get all details about the launch route, features, and how it will transform overnight travel.
Western Railway launches special train service between Sabarmati and Delhi to help passengers affected by Indigo flight cancellations. Bookings open Dec 6. Details inside.