Varanasi's Mahakumbh-like Arrangements for New Year Crowds
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.
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.
Chowk Bazar police crack a murder case initially deemed accidental. A 20-year-old textile labourer arrested for killing a 40-year-old man over a mobile phone snatch attempt. Read the full investigation details.
Railway officials complete intensive 69-hour restoration work after a goods train derailment near Telwa Bazar Halt. Normal train services resume on the crucial Patna-Howrah route. Read for details on disruptions and restoration.
Meghalaya ushered in 2026 with gala events in Shillong. From concerts at Police Bazar to midnight dips, discover how the state celebrated. Read more about the festive spirit!
Sadar Bazar police in Jalna arrested two youths with country-made pistols and cartridges following a tip-off. A third suspect managed to flee. Read the full details of the operation.
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini inaugurated projects worth Rs 73 crore, including a multi-level car park in Sadar Bazar, and laid foundations for Rs 40 crore more in Gurgaon. Read about the city's infrastructure push.
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.
A video of Japanese tourists being questioned by locals at Varanasi's Dashashwamedh Ghat sparks online debate. Police confirm peaceful resolution. Read details.
A viral video shows Japanese tourists in Santa caps & swimwear being questioned by devotees at Varanasi's Dashashwamedh Ghat. The incident on Dec 25 ignites a social media debate on cultural sensitivity & hospitality. Police confirm peaceful resolution.
Three minors apprehended in NE Delhi's Farsh Bazar after a scuffle allegedly triggered by a boy's objectionable comments to two underage girls. Read the full details.
Discover why Varanasi is a must-visit in 2025. Explore India's first hydrogen-powered water taxi on the Ganga, the ethereal aarti, and the transformed Kashi corridor. Plan your spiritual and modern journey.
Three juveniles apprehended after an alleged eve-teasing incident escalated into a physical scuffle in northeast Delhi's Farsh Bazar. Police have registered a case. Read for details.
Varanasi's Prohibition Week is back, transforming the city's ghats with music, yoga, and cultural events. Discover how this initiative promotes wellness and a drug-free lifestyle.
Sahitya Akademi awardee Kashinath Singh expresses deep pain over Varanasi's transformation into a spectacle, fearing loss of its essence. Read his poignant critique.
Delhi Police arrests two men for allegedly murdering their 18-year-old friend over a relationship dispute and dumping his body in Munak Canal. Read the shocking details of the crime.
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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.
Delhi Police's Crime Branch uncovers a major syndicate repackaging and selling expired imported food. Raids in Sadar Bazar lead to 7 arrests and seizure of items worth Rs 4.3 crore. Read the full investigation details.
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.
Shillong Traffic Police implement measures to manage holiday congestion. Public urged to use transport, avoid peak hours, and follow rules against drunk driving. Plan your travel.
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.
The Gandhi Shilp Bazar in Varanasi, from Dec 18-27, features 50 artisans showcasing India's handloom heritage. Prof. Tyagi calls for academic-artisan collaboration. Explore the cultural event!
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.
A woman suffers severe leg injuries after a truck hits her scooter in Ballari. Angry residents protest against overloaded trucks, blaming police & officials. Read details.