Delhi's December Air Worst Since 2018, PM2.5 at 211 µg/m³
Delhi recorded its highest December PM2.5 levels since 2018, averaging 211 µg/m³. Pollution peaked at 392 µg/m³, driven by year-round emissions, not just farm fires. Read the full analysis.
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Maurya Reviews Slow Ganga Bridge Work in Prayagraj
Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya inspected the six-lane Ganga bridge in Prayagraj, expressing displeasure over delays. He ordered officials to expedite work for a May 2026 deadline. Read more.
Turtle Sanctuary Eco-Zone in Prayagraj to be Redemarcated
The 10-km eco-sensitive zone around the Ganga turtle sanctuary in Prayagraj, Bhadohi, and Mirzapur is undergoing fresh demarcation. The survey across 58 villages may reduce the protected area, impacting conservation and mining.
RSS Centenary Play Highlights Founding Chiefs in Lucknow
A special play depicting the lives of the first three RSS Sarsanghchalaks was staged in Lucknow as part of the Sangh's centenary celebrations. Read about the event and its key messages.
Varanasi Announces Traffic Plan for New Year 2026 Celebrations
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.
Japanese Tourists Harassed at Varanasi Ghats, Rai Condemns
UP Congress chief Ajay Rai condemns harassment of Japanese tourists in Varanasi, calling it shameful and a failure of law & order. He demands a high-level probe. Read more.
4 Lakh Devotees Begin Kalpwas at Prayagraj Magh Mela
Prayagraj gears up for Magh Mela as 4 lakh kalpwasis arrive for a month of austerity. Elaborate traffic plans and spiritual significance explained. Read more about this sacred tradition.
Kanpur DM Chairs Magh Mela 2026 Review Meeting in Prayagraj
Kanpur DM Jitendra Pratap Singh reviews Magh Mela 2026 preparations, stressing zero negligence in sanitation and pollution control. Key directives issued for sewage, waste management, and strict monitoring.
34 Factories Monitored by Cameras to Keep Ganga Clean for Magh Mela
UP Pollution Control Board to install cameras at 34 factories near Ganga tributaries in Bijnor and Amroha to prevent toxic discharge during Magh Mela from Jan 3 to Feb 15.
Ganga Kings Secure First UPTL Win Against JD Noida Ninjas
Ganga Kings of Mirzapur registered their first win in the UPTL 2024, defeating JD Noida Ninjas 4-3. Read the full match report and analysis here.
Patna's Massive Security Plan for New Year Celebrations
Patna administration deploys over 125 officials at 104 spots, bans Ganga boat rides, and sets up QRTs for safe New Year 2026 festivities. Full details inside.
Japanese Tourists Confronted at Varanasi Ghat Over Ganga Bath
A video of Japanese tourists being questioned by locals at Varanasi's Dashashwamedh Ghat sparks online debate. Police confirm peaceful resolution. Read details.
NMCG greenlights river rejuvenation and conservation projects
NMCG approves master plan for Gomti's origin, protects sandbar-nesting birds, and uses nature-based solutions for Delhi's Yamuna drains. A major push for river rejuvenation.
UP Govt Clears Rs 995 Crore for Ganga-Yamuna Link Expressway
The Uttar Pradesh government has sanctioned Rs 995 crore for land acquisition for the Ganga-Yamuna Link Expressway, which will pass through 56 villages. This crucial step accelerates the ambitious infrastructure project.
Japanese tourists confronted at Varanasi ghat, video sparks debate
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.
₹1 Crore Sandalwood Logs Recovered from Ganga in Buxar
Buxar police retrieved two stolen sandalwood logs worth over ₹1 crore from the Ganga. The logs were stolen from Nath Baba Temple. Swift action foiled smuggling attempt. Read for details.
Varanasi's New Attractions: Hydrogen Taxis & More
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.
Kanpur Tanneries to Close for 24 Days During 2026 Magh Mela
UP government orders 24-day closure of Kanpur tanneries during Magh Mela 2026 to curb Ganga pollution. Strict monitoring by Pollution Control Board. Read details.
ILT20 Impact: UAE Players Now Match-Winners, Says Daren Ganga
Former West Indies captain Daren Ganga praises ILT20's role in developing UAE cricketers into genuine match-winners. Discover how the league is shaping local talent.
Luxury car injures 3 police personnel in Kanpur
A luxury car broke through a police barrier in Kanpur, dragging and injuring three personnel. The driver fled towards Bithoor. Read for details on the manhunt and injuries.
Rs 1,246 Crore Expressway to Link Jewar Airport with Ganga Expressway
Uttar Pradesh government clears a Rs 1,246 crore greenfield expressway connecting Noida International Airport in Jewar with the Ganga Expressway, boosting regional connectivity and economic growth.
NCC Kayak Club Inaugurated at Varanasi's Assi Ghat
The 7 UP Naval Unit NCC at Banaras Hindu University launched a Kayak Club at Assi Ghat to promote water sports, discipline, and Ganga conservation. Read about the initiative shaping youth leadership.
2 New Pontoon Bridges in Prayagraj for Magh Mela Traffic
PWD to build two extra pontoon bridges over Ganga at Phaphamau for Magh Mela, operational until May to ease congestion. Read about the construction timeline and traffic plans.
Rs 1,246 Crore for Jewar-Ganga Expressway Link
Uttar Pradesh's Yogi government has earmarked Rs 1,246 crore for a new access-controlled expressway connecting Jewar Airport to the Ganga Expressway, aiming to boost industrial growth and global connectivity.
Patna cops intercept river liquor smuggling, bust fake factory
Patna police thwart liquor smuggling via the Ganga river and uncover a counterfeit foreign liquor factory ahead of festive season. Read the full details of the late-night operation and raid.
Bakhtiyarpur-Tajpur Ganga Bridge on Track for May 2026
The Rs 1,822 crore Bakhtiyarpur-Tajpur bridge over the Ganga is 65% complete, aiming for a May 2026 opening. It will link NH-31 and NH-28, transforming north-south Bihar connectivity.
Bakhtiyarpur-Tajpur Ganga Bridge to Open by May 2026
The Rs 1,822 crore Bakhtiyarpur-Tajpur bridge over the Ganga is 65% complete and on track for a May 2026 launch. It will link NH-31 and NH-28, transforming north-south Bihar connectivity. Read more.
Lucknow's 250-year cultural legacy shaped by Awadh Nawabs
Historian Ravi Bhatt highlights the Nawabs' role in forging Lucknow's unique Ganga-Jamuni tehzeeb, a shared Hindu-Muslim culture, as the city marks 250 years as capital. Discover the enduring legacy.
Lost Nanda Devi Nuclear Device: CIA Spy Mission & Ganga Fears
The story of a lost CIA nuclear-powered spy device on Nanda Devi, its potential threat to the Ganga's headwaters, and the 1978 political storm in India. Read the full investigation.
Bazm-e-Virasat Day 2 Celebrates Prayagraj's Cultural Legacy
Day two of Prayagraj's 'Bazm-e-Virasat' festival featured legendary voices, literary giants, and cricket stars, celebrating the city's rich Ganga-Jamuni heritage. Read about the engaging sessions.
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