Varanasi Headlines: Major Updates You Shouldn't Miss
Stay ahead with the latest from Varanasi. Get crucial updates on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments for January 8, 2026.
Stay ahead with the latest from Varanasi. Get crucial updates on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments for January 8, 2026.
A Mumbai software engineer recovered her stolen Samsung phone by tracking it to a Varanasi house, leading to the seizure of 20 devices and a cop's suspension. Read how she did it.
Bapatla district police conducted a massive cordon and search operation in Chirala, seizing suspected stolen vehicles and illicit liquor materials. SP B. Umamaheshwar vows to continue crackdown. Report crimes via 112.
A BJP woman worker in Karnataka alleges she was stripped by police after a protest. Authorities deny the charge, sparking a political firestorm. Full details inside.
Elon Musk publicly critiques Google Search, suggesting its results have declined. The tech mogul hints at potential competition. Read the full story for details.
Varanasi gears up for the three-day Pindra Mahotsav from January 30 to February 1, featuring renowned artists and children's competitions. Key officials finalize preparations.
BJP's new UP president Pankaj Chaudhary receives a grand 10-point welcome in Varanasi. Details on his two-day visit, temple prayers, and key party meetings. Read more.
Stay ahead with the latest from Varanasi. Get crucial updates on civic matters, traffic alerts, weather, and political developments for January 7, 2026. Watch the full video for details.
Discover the Tulsi Manas Mandir in Varanasi, the sacred site where Tulsidas composed the Ramcharitmanas. Learn about its viral manuscript and why it's a living scripture. Explore India's spiritual heritage now!
Discover Tulsi Manas Mandir in Varanasi, the sacred site where Tulsidas composed the Ramcharitmanas. A viral video shows its original manuscript. Explore this living scripture.
Varanasi's PWD issues a final warning before demolishing 20 purchased buildings for the Dalmandi road-widening project. The Rs 224 crore initiative aims to create a 17.4-meter-wide road. Read the latest updates.
SS Rajamouli's epic 'Varanasi' starring Mahesh Babu is reportedly set for a grand worldwide theatrical release on April 9, 2027, coinciding with Rama Navami. Get the latest updates on the ₹1300 crore film.
Stay ahead with the latest from Varanasi. Get all major updates on civic matters, traffic alerts, weather forecasts, and key political developments for January 5, 2026.
Shooter Arvind Yadav, carrying a Rs 1 lakh reward for builder Mahendra Gautam's murder, was arrested after a police encounter in Sarai Mohana. Details on the arrest and the ongoing investigation.
Sonbhadra police arrested three men for the gang-rape of a 17-year-old tribal girl after a late-night encounter. One accused was shot in the leg. Read the full operation details.
PM Modi inaugurates National Volleyball Tournament, highlights Varanasi's sports infrastructure boom and its rise as a hub for events like G20. Read more.
CM Yogi Adityanath reviewed Varanasi's development projects, stressing global branding, faster land acquisition, traffic decongestion, and law & order. Read his key directives.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath reviewed Varanasi's development projects, stressing global promotion, traffic ease, and land acquisition. He also focused on law & order and Magh Mela preparations.
Telangana High Court criticizes state's incomplete affidavit on police search warrant powers. Bench grants two weeks for proper response. Petitioner alleges police overreach in cordon & search operations. Read the full legal update.
Himanshu Srivastava, son of BJP corporator Brijesh Srivastava, arrested for allegedly slapping a sub-inspector on duty in Varanasi's Chowk area. Read the full details of the incident and police action.
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Two wanted accused in the Gahmar triple murder case were arrested after a police encounter. They sustained bullet injuries in their legs. Read the full details of the incident and the ongoing investigation.
Stay ahead with the latest from Varanasi! Get crucial updates on civic matters, traffic alerts, weather forecasts, and key political developments for January 1, 2026.
Varanasi deploys massive security for over 5 lakh New Year devotees at Kashi Vishwanath Dham. Key routes declared no-vehicle zones. Read about the extensive police arrangements.
A new private deep-sea search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 has begun, a decade after its disappearance. The mission, led by Texas-based Ocean Infinity, aims to finally solve the aviation mystery. Read the latest details.
Google's Year in Search 2025 reveals the world's most searched people. Discover why 14-year-old Indian cricket sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi ranks 6th globally and who else made the list.
A fresh search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 has been launched in the Indian Ocean. Could this decade-old mystery finally be solved? Read the latest updates.
The inaugural Ajay Singh memorial 3x3 basketball tournament concluded at BLW Varanasi. SHEAT Public School boys and Rajarshi Dominator girls clinched the titles. Read more about this sporting tribute.
Varanasi launches a Make in India AI app, 'Better-Way,' for pedestrian navigation and crowd management in its historic lanes. Part of a global challenge, it aims to boost smart tourism.
Varanasi police implement extensive traffic diversions from Dec 30 to Jan 5, 2026, for New Year crowd management. Key routes near ghats declared no-vehicle zones. Details inside.