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.
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.
At Prayagraj's Magh Mela, a surprising trend sees more adults, especially elderly women, getting separated due to fog and similar tents. The historic Bhoole Bhatke Shivir has reunited 210 people in five days. Discover the reasons and their 79-year legacy.
Justice Sangam Kumar Sahoo was sworn in as the new Chief Justice of the Patna High Court. Governor Arif Mohammed Khan administered the oath. Read about his distinguished legal career and the ceremony.
Prayagraj police swiftly recovered lost mobile phones, wallets, and a missing child for multiple pilgrims at the Sangam during Magh Mela. Read how officers ensured a safe and secure experience for devotees.
Detroit sports radio host Pat Caputo announces a terminal Stage 4 pancreatic cancer diagnosis. The veteran journalist shares his health battle and receives an outpouring of support. Read his full story.
A Cuddalore teacher's free 'online radio' for low-data lessons during the pandemic has grown into a massive audio hub with 8 lakh recordings. Discover how this initiative empowers students and teachers alike.
Tamil Nadu Minister M P Saminathan highlights funding inequality, as Centre allocates ₹2000+ crore for Sanskrit but under ₹200 crore for Tamil. Read about the cultural festival and calls for linguistic pride.
Sangam Challengers overcame a Kanpur Warriors fightback to win by 7 runs in the UPKL. The victory propels them to second place in the points table. Read the full match report.
The 44-day Magh Mela 2026 has commenced at Prayagraj's Sangam. Over 21.5 lakh devotees took the holy dip on Paush Purnima. Explore the spiritual gathering's key dates and massive arrangements.
Prayagraj's Magh Mela sees massive 32 lakh+ footfall on Day 1, signaling a tourism boom. UP aims to leverage UNESCO heritage status to make Sangam city a top global spiritual destination. Read more.
Prayagraj's Magh Mela sees a surge of young vendors with innovative businesses, from datun sellers to mobile food stalls. Their success stories are trending on social media, inspiring a new wave of pilgrimage entrepreneurship.
The Kala Sangam cultural festival commenced at Prayagraj's Magh Mela with Malini Awasthi's performance. Over 120 artists will participate till Jan 30. Discover the vibrant celebration of folk arts.
A sudden, unexplained radio frequency collapse at Greek air traffic control centres grounded flights, stranding thousands. Officials blame 'ancient' equipment. Read for full details.
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.
All Greek airports faced a complete shutdown due to critical radio frequency problems, grounding flights and causing major travel chaos. Read the full report on the unprecedented aviation crisis.
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.
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.
Jammu & Kashmir's Rajouri district gets its first community radio station near the Line of Control, empowering local voices and bridging communication gaps. Discover how this initiative fosters development.
Forest officials are tracking a leopard released after a Bhayander attack using a GPS radio collar. Monitoring aims to prevent future man-animal conflicts in MMR. Read more.
The annual Magh Mela commenced at Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj with lakhs taking a holy dip on Paush Purnima. The mela will run until February 15, with a record number of Kalpvasis expected. Read more.
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.
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.
Northern Railway halts train operations at Prayagraj Sangam station on key Magh Mela bathing days from Jan 2 to Feb 16. Check diverted trains, alternative stations, and travel advisory details here.
Astronomers discover a massive, symmetrical hourglass-shaped radio structure emanating from a seemingly ordinary galaxy 55 million light-years away. This challenges theories of galaxy evolution. Read the full story.
Jharkhand Education Project Council launches Gram Shiksha Sangam, a community-driven initiative to keep children reading during winter vacations and build foundational literacy.
The Magh Mela 2026 in Prayagraj commences on January 3, set to host 15 crore devotees. Explore the grand arrangements and the spirit of unity transcending caste and creed at this sacred congregation.
Kannada superstar Kichcha Sudeep will celebrate New Year's Eve 2025 by watching his film 'Mark' with fans in Bengaluru and Mysuru. Join the special fan shows!
Azim Premji Foundation launches a unique childcare centre in Ijeri village, Kalaburagi, for children of agricultural labourers. Plan to open 40 more centres in the region.