District administrations in Gautam Buddh Nagar and Ghaziabad have opened night shelters with blankets, food, and bonfires as temperatures are set to dip. Officials conduct inspections to ensure no one sleeps in the open.
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.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath puts state on alert after 25 deaths in 24 hours due to fog & cold. Directs officials on traffic safety, night shelters for homeless. Read the full directives.
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.
Get all details about the upcoming English romance drama 'One Night Only', releasing on 7 August 2026. Directed by Will Gluck, it stars Callum Turner & Monica Barbaro.
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.
Despite having vacant beds, many homeless in Ambala are braving the cold outdoors. Officials urge people to use the shelters. Discover the reasons behind this troubling trend.
Bengaluru West City Corporation has proposed three locations for stray dog shelters to comply with a Supreme Court order. The move follows the identification of 202 dogs in institutional areas.
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.
Odisha Police enhance night security with checkpoints from 1 AM to 5 AM to protect women workers and tourists. New law allows women's night shifts. Read details.
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.
Greater Bengaluru Authority orders relocation of stray dogs from 6000+ institutions to tunnel shelters. Nodal officers to be appointed for reporting. Read the full plan.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation launches 8 winter night shelters for 450 vulnerable citizens. Commissioner Amit Kumar inspects facilities, ensuring warmth and safety from Dec 2025 to Feb 2026.
Violent clash erupts between BHU hostel inmates and proctorial board in Varanasi. Police, PAC rush to campus. Several sustain minor injuries. Details inside.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta rolls out expanded Winter Action Plan with 326 shelters, targeting homeless, schoolchildren & patients. Plan active until March 15.
Discover five incredible animals, from tortoises to armadillos, that evolved to carry their protective homes with them. Learn how these portable shelters ensure survival.
Two lives lost in a devastating fire at a night shelter in Delhi's Vasant Vihar. Authorities launch investigation as questions arise over safety measures. Read the full report.
Varanasi authorities conduct major inspection to end traffic chaos near Cantt railway station. New lane designs and encroachment removal planned for smoother commutes. Read more.
Varanasi's international cricket stadium and India's first urban ropeway transport are on track for an April 2026 launch. Divisional Commissioner sets March-end deadline for both projects. Read more.
Jaipur's only transgender night shelter, started in 2023, survives on residents' efforts amid government apathy. 30 residents manage food, water, and security themselves while facing harassment and unemployment challenges.