Prohibition Week Returns to Varanasi with Festive Energy
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.
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.
PMI Electro and Eka Mobility secure bulk of India's largest electric bus tender under PM E-Drive, as legacy auto giants miss out. Discover the aggressive pricing and strategy behind this major shift.
MSRTC's green mobility plans hit major roadblocks. With only 600 e-buses received, the state transport body will add 8,000 diesel buses next year to bolster its weak fleet. Read about the setbacks and commuter woes.
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Pune gears up for a major transport upgrade in 2026 with Purandar airport construction, a renovated terminal, and 1,500 new PMPML e-buses. Get all the details here.
Sahitya Akademi awardee Kashinath Singh expresses deep pain over Varanasi's transformation into a spectacle, fearing loss of its essence. Read his poignant critique.
CESL's massive 10,900 e-bus tender for five cities discovers prices 5-15% lower than estimates. PMI Electro Mobility emerges as the largest winner. Read the full details on India's electric vehicle push.
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.
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.
UP government enhances Magh Mela 2025 travel with 336 extra buses from Varanasi region. Plan your pilgrimage with improved transport and security for a smooth Sangam experience.
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 govt plans talks with Ola, Uber for pooled e-buses, ends challan waivers, and issues new e-rickshaw rules to cut private vehicles and pollution. Details inside.
Private bus operators in Rajasthan protest against challans for luggage carriers, citing state rules allowing 45kg luggage per passenger. They demand clarity from the government.
Tamil Nadu transport department removes 'Tamil Nadu' from govt bus stickers, causing protests. Unions and political parties demand answers. Details inside.
Bengaluru's BMTC launches 50 new metro feeder buses on March 25, enhancing last-mile connectivity for commuters. Learn about the new routes and benefits.
Deputy CM Bhatti Vikramarka credits Mahalakshmi scheme for RTC's profit. 255 crore free women's journeys recorded. Govt slashes PF dues, plans 2800 electric buses for Hyderabad.
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.
Delhi government increases transport department budget by 60% to ₹7,904 crore for 2025-26, focusing on electric buses, metro expansion, and last-mile connectivity. Read the full plan.
Chennai launches its third electric bus depot at Poonamallee, adding 125 new low-floor e-buses to MTC's fleet. The move, part of a World Bank-backed initiative, aims to cut pollution and boost public transport. Read more.
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.
Ahmedabad Metro to run till 12:30 AM, traffic restrictions in place for the India vs South Africa T20 match at Narendra Modi Stadium on December 19. Plan your commute.
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.
A new study reveals passengers in India's intercity buses breathe acceptable air quality for up to 80% of their journey. Discover the findings and how smart filtration systems are making travel safer.
Bihar Tourism launches its first luxury caravan buses, a five-star hotel on wheels priced at Rs 75 per km. Explore must-visit spiritual and historical destinations like Bodh Gaya and Nalanda.