Devotees Throng Kashi, Ayodhya to Mark New Year 2026
New Year 2026 began with lakhs of devotees visiting Kashi Vishwanath, Ayodhya's Ram Temple, and other holy sites for blessings. See the spiritual celebrations across India.
New Year 2026 began with lakhs of devotees visiting Kashi Vishwanath, Ayodhya's Ram Temple, and other holy sites for blessings. See the spiritual celebrations across India.
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.
CBI officials raided homes of two close aides of former minister B Nagendra in Ballari, linked to the multi-crore Valmiki Development Corporation scam. Key documents seized in the operation.
Massive crowds expected at Baba Baidyanath Dham and Basukinath temples on Jan 1. Authorities deploy magistrates, CCTVs, and traffic plans for 2 lakh devotees. Sheeghra Darshan fee doubled. Read for details.
Vice-President C P Radhakrishnan unveils forgotten history of Tamil warriors defending Kashi, emphasizing cultural unity at Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0 valedictory. Discover the deep-rooted connection.
Uttar Pradesh's key temples like Ayodhya, Varanasi, and Mathura anticipate a massive surge of devotees for New Year 2026. Authorities have suspended VIP darshan and enhanced crowd management for a safe, smooth spiritual experience. Discover the plans.
Bageshwar Dham's Dhirendra Shastri addresses the chartered flight row, asserting his rights as an Indian citizen. Get the full story on his response and the political reactions.
Jagannath Dham in Digha achieves a monumental milestone with 1 crore visitors in less than a year, transforming the region's spiritual and economic landscape. Discover the story behind this historic feat.
Shekhar and Gunjan Dixit from Aligarh chose a spiritual bicycle journey to 12 Jyotirlingas and Char Dham over a honeymoon. They've covered 16,000 km, promoting fitness and eco-travel. Read their inspiring story.
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.
A viral video showing Bageshwar Dham head Dhirendra Shastri arriving on a state aircraft ignites a political controversy in Chhattisgarh. Congress alleges misuse of public funds, while BJP defends the move. Full details inside.
Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi suspends VIP and sparsh darshan due to heavy crowds. Check current ticket prices, available facilities, and how to book online for your visit.
Kerala Higher Education Minister R Bindu clarifies the state government is not seeking conflict with Governor Arlekar over university VC appointments. The KTU budget of Rs 373.52 crore was approved in a peaceful meeting.
Varanasi Municipal Corporation launches intensive campaign at Manikarnika Ghat, enforcing new rules for wood shops and planning parking to ease congestion. Read about the 'Clean Kashi' initiative.
Over 7,000 pilgrims visited the winter Char Dham shrines in a month. Uttarakhand's GMVN announces 50% discount on rest houses to attract more devotees during the vacation season. Read more.
Uttarakhand PWD to upgrade 235 bridges for defense & tourism. Rs 1,640 crore project starts July 2026, boosting load capacity for Char Dham & border logistics. Read more.
Bombay High Court's Aurangabad bench grants bail to two accused in the sensational Vishwanath Kadam murder case from Hingoli. The court cites circumstantial evidence and imposes strict conditions. Read the full details.
GMVN MD Vishal Mishra outlines plans to make it Uttarakhand's biggest hotel chain, focusing on Char Dham infrastructure, sustainable tourism & adventure sports. Watch the full interview.
Indian Ambassador Abhay Thakur inaugurated symbolic installations of Char Dham temples and Bodh Gaya in Yangon. The event strengthens India-Myanmar cultural ties. Read more.
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav, after praying at Kashi Vishwanath, stated India is experiencing a cultural resurgence under PM Modi. He highlighted Kashi's transformation and BJP's new energy.
A yatra supported by RSS's environment wing culminated in Harsil, opposing tree felling for Char Dham road widening. Participants tied sacred threads on Deodar trees, calling for sustainable development.
Environmentalists and residents from multiple states protest tree felling for Char Dham road widening in Uttarakhand's Bhagirathi Eco-Sensitive Zone, citing ecological threats. Read more.
A Tamil Nadu writers' group arrived in Varanasi for Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0, receiving a grand welcome at the temple and station. The event strengthens ancient cultural bonds.
Uttarakhand forest department approves 20.6 km road widening in Bhagirathi Eco Sensitive Zone for Char Dham project, facing protests over loss of 6,822 trees and slope stability fears. Read more.
Over 600 Varanasi students participated in NBT's Day 3 activities at Kashi Tamil Sangamam, featuring a Sardar Patel puppet show, a heritage quiz, and reading sessions. Discover how the event ignited young minds!
Varanasi DM Satyendra Kumar inspected election revision work at two colleges, directing officials to complete all tasks by December 11. He also attended a children's poetry competition.
The first batch of 200 Kashi Tamil Sangamam members arrived in Prayagraj, receiving a grand welcome. The delegation took a holy dip at Sangam and visited key temples, highlighting cultural unity.
Explore how artist Ravikumar Kashi uses pulp painting to turn paper into powerful metaphors for language, heritage, and time. His solo show 'Shadows of Breath' is a journey through texture and meaning.
Vedamurti Devavrat Mahesh Rekhe, 19, revived a 200-year-old Vedic chanting ritual in Kashi. PM Modi hails the monumental achievement. Read the inspiring story.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath inaugurates Kashi Tamil Sangamam, announces inclusion of Tamil, other languages in vocational education to foster cultural and spiritual unity across India.