Prayagraj Cold Wave: Temp Plummets, Schools Closed
Prayagraj battles a severe cold wave with temperatures dropping to 6°C, disrupting life and rail services. Schools are closed until January 10. Devotees continue rituals at Magh Mela.
Prayagraj battles a severe cold wave with temperatures dropping to 6°C, disrupting life and rail services. Schools are closed until January 10. Devotees continue rituals at Magh Mela.
Bengaluru experiences a chill as temperatures dip across IMD stations. Light rain is forecast for January 10-11. Read the full weather update.
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Nilgiris MP A Raja inaugurated the 16th Global Tamil Entrepreneurs Conference. Over 2000 participants from 55 nations will explore business, culture, and Tamil legacy over four days.
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IMD issues a yellow alert for dense fog and cold wave conditions in Gurgaon and parts of Haryana till January 8. Visibility to drop, traffic likely disrupted. Details inside.
Lakhs of devotees gathered at Prayagraj's Sangam for the holy dip on Magh Purnima, braving cold waters. Authorities ensure tight security and smooth arrangements for the massive congregation.
The Magh Mela 2026 commenced in Prayagraj with over 31 lakh pilgrims taking a holy dip at the Sangam confluence on the first day. Authorities have deployed robust security, including 1500+ CCTV cameras, for crowd management and safety.
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Over 22 lakh devotees marked Paush Purnima with a sacred bath at Sangam, starting the month-long Kalpwas. CM Yogi Adityanath extended greetings. Read about the massive arrangements.
Massive turnout of 23 lakh devotees marks Paush Purnima and the start of the month-long Magh Mela in Prayagraj. CM Yogi Adityanath extends greetings as administration ensures tight security and services.
After being denied permission to install an idol, an SP supporter took a unique dip in the Ganga with a portrait of Mulayam Singh Yadav on Paush Purnima at Prayagraj's Magh Mela. Details inside.
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Indian Army launches 'Radio Sangam', the first community radio station along the Line of Control in J&K's Rajouri. Aimed at countering misinformation and empowering border communities. Read more.
Dense fog and cold wave conditions hit Rajasthan, disrupting life and traffic. Sirohi coldest at 7.2°C. Met warns of intensifying chill from Saturday. Read for details and forecast.
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Over 15 lakh pilgrims thronged Sangam in Prayagraj for the Paush Purnima holy dip, marking the start of the 44-day Magh Mela. Security was heightened with 10,000 personnel. Read more about the spiritual spectacle.