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.
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.
Sahitya Akademi awardee Kashinath Singh expresses deep pain over Varanasi's transformation into a spectacle, fearing loss of its essence. Read his poignant critique.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The 9th Mahindra Kabira Festival starts on Dec 19 in Varanasi, exploring Kabir's teachings through music, art & dialogue. Discover the schedule & highlights.
India's pioneering hydrogen fuel cell catamaran taxi in Varanasi was struck by a boat, halting operations. Police investigate if the crash was deliberate. Read the latest details.
A new cancer registry report for Varanasi reveals one in 36 men is at risk of oral cancer, primarily due to tobacco. Breast cancer is most common in women. Learn the key findings and risks.
Varanasi Municipal Corporation identified and acted against 110 'yellow spots' for open urination from Dec 12-16. Beautification and awareness campaigns launched to keep the holy city clean. Join the effort!
Azgara assembly area in Varanasi becomes the first to complete the Special Intensive Revision exercise. District election officer targets full completion by Tuesday. Read the latest updates.
Varanasi's 'Sundays on Cycle' event saw enthusiastic participation to celebrate India winning the bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games. Read about the vibrant community initiative.
Varanasi (Kashi) bags the Smart City Innovation Award-2025 for its pioneering 3D Urban Spatial Digital Twin project, a first in India for comprehensive city planning and disaster management.
SS Rajamouli's upcoming film 'Varanasi' starring Mahesh Babu & Priyanka Chopra is sparking a massive bidding war for its digital rights, with a potential Rs 1000 crore deal. Details inside.
Divisional Commissioner S Rajalingam warns agencies to complete Varanasi's Sarnath elevated road and Kazzakpura flyover within revised deadlines or face strict action. Details on the inspection here.
Residents of Varanasi performed a special aarti and organized a friendship march on December 3, 2025, ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to New Delhi. The event highlighted local support for India-Russia ties.
Ahead of Vladimir Putin's India visit, a viral video shows Varanasi residents performing 'aarti' for his photo. Watch the unique welcome and read about the key 23rd Annual Summit details.
Violent clash erupts between BHU hostel inmates and proctorial board in Varanasi. Police, PAC rush to campus. Several sustain minor injuries. Details inside.
Varanasi authorities conduct major inspection to end traffic chaos near Cantt railway station. New lane designs and encroachment removal planned for smoother commutes. Read more.
Varanasi's international cricket stadium and India's first urban ropeway transport are on track for an April 2026 launch. Divisional Commissioner sets March-end deadline for both projects. Read more.
Varanasi achieves 71% score, ranking 3rd in Uttar Pradesh's health dashboard for October. CMO highlights performance on 16 key health indicators. Discover the top-performing blocks.