Varanasi Headlines: Major Civic, Traffic & Political News
Get the latest updates from Varanasi on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and political developments. Stay informed with the biggest news from the holy city.
Get the latest updates from Varanasi on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and political developments. Stay informed with the biggest news from the holy city.
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.
Mahindra XUV 7XO launches on January 5, 2026 with a 540-degree camera, triple screens & in-car theatre mode. Bookings open now for Rs. 21,000. Check details.
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.
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.
Nikola Jokic is not on the injury report and will play against the Orlando Magic on December 27, 2025, following his historic 56-point game. Get live streaming details and injury updates here.
For the first time, astronomers have clearly recorded three supermassive black holes feeding simultaneously at the heart of merging galaxies. This rare discovery confirms theoretical models and opens new avenues for cosmic study. Read the full story.
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.
UFC legend Urijah Faber names Ilia Topuria as the fighter most likely to become the UFC's first-ever triple division champion. Discover why he stands out over Pereira and Chimaev.
Sahitya Akademi awardee Kashinath Singh expresses deep pain over Varanasi's transformation into a spectacle, fearing loss of its essence. Read his poignant critique.
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.
Police reveal shocking details of a Patna triple murder linked to a property dispute. A builder orchestrated a Rs 20 lakh contract killing, leading to mob violence and arrests. Read the full story.
Conor McGregor scores a hat-trick in Dublin, calls it a sign for his 'triple crown' UFC dream against Islam Makhachev. Details on his return plans inside.
Three years on, the brutal murder of three young employees at a Gurgaon CNG pump remains unsolved. The assailants vanished, leaving behind a trail of blood and unanswered questions. Read the full investigation.
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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.
Sambhal police crack a brutal murder case where a shoe trader was killed by his wife and her lover, who then dismembered the body. The crime echoes the infamous Meerut 'blue drum' murder. Read the chilling details.
A Sambhal woman allegedly conspired with lovers to murder her husband, dismember his body, and scatter the parts. Police found crucial evidence after a missing head delayed identification.
Mahindra confirms four major new features for the upcoming XUV 7XO SUV, including a triple-screen dashboard and powered Boss mode. Launching January 5, 2026. Read more.
In a chilling crime reminiscent of the Meerut Blue Drum case, a Sambhal woman allegedly conspired with her lovers to murder her husband, dismember his body, and scatter the parts. Police have detained three suspects.