Varanasi Headlines: Major Updates You Shouldn't Miss
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.
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.
FSSAI has opened applications for the 11th Food Analyst Exam 2025-26. Register online from Dec 23, 2025 to Jan 22, 2026. Check eligibility, exam dates, and steps to apply.
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 busts a major racket selling expired imported food items from brands like Cadbury, Nutella to stores like Nature's Basket. 7 arrested, Rs 4.3 crore worth of products seized. Read the full investigation details.
Swiggy's 2025 food trends are out! Biryani remains India's favorite, but burgers and pizza are hot on its heels. Discover the surprising rise of dosa and regional delights.
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.
Delhi's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium hosted the 15th National Street Food Festival, featuring over 500 vendors from 27 states. Union Ministers inaugurated the vibrant celebration of India's street food culture.
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.
Discover the iconic street food culture of Jabalpur, where the tangy symphony of Poha and sweet Jalebis has defined mornings for generations. Explore its history and where to find it!
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.
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.
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!
From PM Modi's khichdi to Putin's pistachio ice cream, discover the favourite foods of 10 powerful world leaders as listed by Taste Atlas. A fascinating look at the personal tastes shaping global politics.
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.
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.
As Noida sleeps, a network of chai stalls and food carts springs to life, serving hot meals and solace to IT employees, students, and cab drivers. Discover the city's hidden nightscape.
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.
SS Rajamouli's upcoming film 'Varanasi' starring Mahesh Babu & Priyanka Chopra is sparking a massive bidding war for its digital rights, with a potential Rs 1000 crore deal. Details inside.
Divisional Commissioner S Rajalingam warns agencies to complete Varanasi's Sarnath elevated road and Kazzakpura flyover within revised deadlines or face strict action. Details on the inspection here.
Residents of Varanasi performed a special aarti and organized a friendship march on December 3, 2025, ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to New Delhi. The event highlighted local support for India-Russia ties.
Ahead of Vladimir Putin's India visit, a viral video shows Varanasi residents performing 'aarti' for his photo. Watch the unique welcome and read about the key 23rd Annual Summit details.