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Kanpur: Thousands of devotees on Thursday took holy dip in river Ganga and donated cloths, grains among needy persons on the auspicious occasion of Ganga Dussehra. The devotees started thronging ghats since early morning hours for the holy dip. They performed religious rituals and offered flowers and other devotional articles to the Ganga on the occasion. Ganga Dussehra is regarded as one of the most significant festivals devoted to the Goddess Ganga as it is believed that Ganga descended on the earth on this day.All the major ghats including Atal Ghat, Parmat Ghat, Sarsaiya Ghat, Massacre ghat, Gola Ghat and Siddhanath ghat remained crowded throughout the day. The district administration made elaborate arrangements at all the ghats for the safety. Barricading were installed at all the ghats and announcements to warn the devotees against crossing the barriers were made at regular intervals. Traffic restrictions remained effective in the city to manage the rush of devotees coming from the adjoining districts.
PRAYAGRAJ, India (AP) -- Millions of Hindu devotees, mystics and holy men and women from all across India flocked to the northern city of Prayagraj on Monday to kickstart the Maha Kumbh festival, which is being touted as the world's largest religious gathering. Over about the next six weeks, Hindu pilgrims will gather at the confluence of three sacred rivers -- the Ganges, the Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati -- where they will take part in elaborate rituals, hoping to begin a journey to achieve Hindu philosophy's ultimate goal: the release from the cycle of rebirth. Here's what to know abo ...Read More >
Jaipur, Jun 5 (PTI) Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Thursday called upon people to adopt an environment-friendly lifestyle and said that the conservation of nature is the moral responsibility of all. He was addressing a state-level programme organised here on the occasion of World Environment Day and Ganga Dussehra. Sharma said that the conservation of nature is not just an option but a dire necessity. Environmental conservation and preventing the ill effects of climate change is our moral responsibility and duty. Water conservation in Rajasthan has been an integral part of the state's c ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday carried out searches at 15 places in Mumbai and Kochi in connection with the Mithi River desilting scam that caused a wrongful loss of more than Rs 65 crore to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), official sources said. The massive crackdown is underway at the premises across Mumbai and Kochi linked to the accused and suspects as part of an ongoing probe into alleged financial irregularities. According to the sources, the searches are being carried out under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) at locat ...Read More >
Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], March 31 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Tuesday said that Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh would together script a new model of good governance and religious tourism, drawing inspiration from shared cultural heritage and development initiatives. CM Yadav made this remark during his visit to the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor in Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi. The CM reached Varanasi to participate in the MP-UP Cooperation Conference to highlight investment opportunities, and tourism potential of both the states, said a release. Also Read | Sikkim S ...Read More >
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], August 4 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday extended warm wishes to the people of the state on the occasion of the fourth Monday of the holy month of Sawan (or Shravan). In a post on the social media platform X, the Chief Minister invoked the revered Mahamrityunjaya Mantra, praying for the well-being and prosperity of the people of the state and extended heartfelt wishes to all residents of the state on the auspicious occasion of the 'fourth Sawan Somwar' (fourth Monday of the holy month of Sawan). Also Read | 'Genitals Slashed, Bo ...Read More >
Kedarnath (Uttarakhand) [India], October 23 (ANI): The Kedarnath Dham portals are set to close for winter from today, October 23, at 8:30 am, marking the auspicious occasion of Bhai Dooj. According to Prateek Jain, the District Magistrate of Rudraprayag, this year's Kedarnath yatra has been very successful. The Uttarakhand Chief Minister, Pushkar Singh Dhami, will be present at the closing of the temple portal. "This year's Kedarnath Yatra has been very successful. The portals of Kedarnath Dham will be closed tomorrow, October 23, at 8:30 am. The administration has made all arrangements. It ...Read More >
Haridwar: A woman politician has been arrested for allegedly letting her boyfriend and others repeatedly rape her 13-year-old daughter in Haridwar, Uttarakhand. The horrifying crime, which occurred between January and March, was exposed when the minor bravely confided in her father, prompting a police investigation that led to the arrest of the accused. The accused was arrested with her boyfriend and one more. According to police reports, the minor was gang-raped multiple times, often in the presence of her mother. The minor, who had been living with her father following her parents' separat ...Read More >
Ayodhya: A new spiritual milestone was achieved in Ayodhya on Thursday with the grand Pran Pratishtha (consecration) ceremony of the Ram Darbar at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple complex. Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath participated in the sacred rituals as the chief guest, underscoring the occasion's spiritual and cultural significance. The Ram Darbar, installed on the first floor above the sanctum of Ram Lalla, features intricately carved idols of Lord Ram, Sita, Lakshman, Bharat, Shatrughan, and Hanuman. This event follows 498 days after the historic consecration of Ram Lalla on January 2 ...Read More >
New Delhi: Uttar Pradesh Police have arrested a man after a video showing him consuming alcohol on a boat in the Ganga river in Varanasi surfaced online. Officials identified the accused as Arjun Rajbhar, who works as a boat decorator. According to police, the video showed two men consuming intoxicants while riding a boat. Gaurav Kumar, Assistant Commissioner of Police, said, "A complaint was received at the Bhelupur police station and a case was registered. One of the accused has been identified and arrested." He added that further investigation is underway. Political reaction Reacting to ...Read More >
New Delhi, Aug 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) Devotees across the country thronged prominent Shiva temples to mark the last Monday of the holy Sawan month, performing 'jalabhishek', participating in special 'aartis', and seeking the blessings of Lord Shiva. At Baba Baidyanath Jyotirlinga Temple in Deoghar, Jharkhand, thousands of devotees gathered from early morning to offer sacred water and prayers. The temple witnessed a continuous stream of worshippers. "This Monday marks the last Monday of Sawan. Devotees are arriving continuously in large numbers. The administration is actively involved in managing ...Read More >
Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], March 31 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Tuesday said that Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh would together script a new model of good governance and religious tourism, drawing inspiration from shared cultural heritage and development initiatives. CM Yadav made this remark during his visit to the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor in Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi. The CM reached Varanasi to participate in the MP-UP Cooperation Conference to highlight investment opportunities, and tourism potential of both the states, said a release. Ahead of attending t ...Read More >
Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, flanked by Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, performed 'bhoomi puja' for the much-awaited redevelopment of the historic Gnana Saraswati temple in Basar of Nirmal district on Monday (April 6). Basar, an abode of Goddess Saraswati, is renowned for 'Aksharabhyasam (initiation into learning). The temple town, located on the banks of the Godavari, is set to host the Godavari Pushkaralu (the once-in-12-year event to worship the river), in June 2027. As pa ...Read More >
Jammu- Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday reviewed the ongoing restoration work of the historic Mubarak Mandi complex, which was the power centre of the Dogra kings in Jammu, and stressed on enhancing its heritage appeal. The Mubarak Mandi Complex is one of Jammu's most significant architectural heritage sites and is envisioned as a comprehensive cultural centre, housing museums, conference venues and heritage hospitality services. Accompanied by Advisor Nasir Aslam Wani and MLA Yudhvir Sethi during the visit, the chief minister was briefed in detail on the multi-phas ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Amid worsening weather conditions and continuous rainfall in parts of Uttar Pradesh, all government and private schools from Classes 1 to 12 in Lucknow will remain closed on Monday, according to district magistrate Visakh G Iyer.Several parts of Varanasi were inundated on Monday following relentless downpours and a steady rise in the water level of the River Ganga. The river has been rising continuously since Saturday, triggering concerns of urban flooding.In response, authorities have suspended all boat operations on the Ganga as a precautionary measure. Several residents were seen ...Read More >
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced October 27 as a government holiday for the Chhath festival. The holiday falls on a Monday, marking the most significant day of the four-day celebration. Devotees will offer prayers to the setting Sun. The festival honors nature, the Sun God, and Chhathi Maiya. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday announced that October 27 will be a government holiday on the occassion of Chhath festival, said a statement from the CMO. The chief minister explained ...Read More >
Accusing the opposition of promoting Naxalism for vested interests, Madhya Pradesh chief minister Mohan Yadav on Tuesday claimed the menace had been wiped out due to the efforts of Union home minister Amit Shah. Addressing the MP-UP Sahyog Sammelan at a hotel in Varanasi, Yadav said opposition leaders who once encouraged Naxalism had ultimately fallen victim to it. "With the concerted efforts of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union home minister Amit Shah, Lal Salaam has received its last salu ...Read More >
Jaipur, Jun 5 (PTI) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Thursday launched the 'Vande Ganga: Jal Sanrakshan Jan Abhiyan', a water conservation campaign, on the occasion of World Environment Day and Ganga Dussehra. He called for collective efforts to conserve nature and make Rajasthan self-reliant in water, according to a statement. Also Read | Who Is Pinaki Misra? From Age to Family Background and Net Worth, Here's All About BJD Leader With Whom Mahua Moitra Reportedly Married. Addressing a public gathering during a 'Shramdaan' (voluntary labour) programme at the Ramgarh Dam site, ...Read More >
Kanpur: With the auspicious month of Shrawan commencing on Friday and the first Shrawan Somwar (Monday) falling on July 14, all major Shiva temples in Kanpur have begun extensive preparations to ensure smooth observance of the rituals and effective crowd management. Temples are not only being decked with decorations but are also coordinating with district authorities to implement effective crowd control measures. Decorations are underway, and temple authorities are working in coordination with th ...Read More >
Jammu, Jul 18 (PTI) Senior officials of the Jammu and Kashmir government reviewed the arrangements for the smooth conduct of the 13-day-long Budha Amarnath pilgrimage in Poonch district that will begin on July 28. Deputy Inspector General of Police Tejinder Singh reviewed security in Poonch and stressed ensuring the safety of the devotees. "The first batch will depart from the Bhagwati Nagar basecamp in Jammu on July 28, moving towards the Mandi tehsil in Poonch in a regulated convoy amid full security arrangements," a spokesperson said. Jammu Divisional Commissioner Ramesh Kumar and Inspec ...Read More >
Varanasi, Aug 4 (PTI) The water level of the Ganga river crossed the danger mark here on Monday morning, submerging ghats and forcing the authorities to shift cremation and other religious rituals to rooftops and raised platforms, officials said. According to the Central Water Commission, the Ganga was flowing at 72.1 metres by Monday morning, above the danger level of 71.262 metres. Shivam Agrahari of Ganga Seva Nidhi said all ghats have been submerged, cutting off access. The famed Ganga 'aarti' at the Dashashwamedh ghat is now being conducted on rooftops, while cremations at Manikarnika ...Read More >
RANCHI, Oct 22 : The festival of Govardhan Puja was celebrated with great devotion, enthusiasm, and traditional fervour across the city today. From vibrant rituals at ISKCON Ranchi to the grand Annakoot Mahabhog offering at the Tapovan Temple, the city witnessed deep expressions of faith and cultural heritage. At the ISKCON Ranchi temple on Kanke Road, devotees organized a grand celebration of Govardhan Puja. An intricately crafted model of Govardhan Hill was displayed as a part of an attractive tableau, depicting sacred sites of Vrindavan such as Shyam Kund, Radha Kund, Govind Kund, and Mana ...Read More >
The Raja Ram idol was consecrated at the Ram Jamnabhoomi complex in Ayodhya. The Ram Darbar, featuring idols of Sita, Lakshman, and Hanuman, was also inaugurated. The event coincided with Ganga Dussehra, months after Ram Lalla's consecration. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and other priests conducted the ceremony. Devotees gathered, chanting 'Jai Shri Ram'.The idol of Raja Ram was consecrated and the Ram Darbar inaugurated at the Ram Jamnabhoomi complex on Thursday, a major step tow ...Read More >
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami extended greetings for Ganga Dussehra. He highlighted Ganga's importance and urged people to maintain its purity. Dhami also greeted citizens on World Environment Day. He encouraged participation in 'Ek Ped Maa ke Naam'. This initiative promotes environmental conservation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched it a year ago.Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami greeted the people of the state on Thursday on the auspicious occasion of Ganga D ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], April 5 (ANI): The magnificent abode of goddess Saraswati in South India and popular centre for "Aksharabhyasam", Basara Gnana Saraswati Temple is set to get a big facelift. Established by the sage Veda Vyasa, the famous temple in Telangana dedicated to the "three Goddesses" will captivate the hearts of devotees even more deeply with the addition of a towering "Rajagopuram "(main tower), a sacred pond, an enhanced Northern Gateway, and meditation halls. All these new structures are being designed in strict adherence to traditional rituals. According to Telangan ...Read More >
Varanasi: Scores of devotees from across the country took a dip in the holy Ganga on the auspicious occasion of Ganga Dussehra in Varanasi on Thursday.To celebrate the Ganga Dussehra, also known as Ganga Avataran Day (Ganga's descent on the earth), the devotees started arriving at the Ganga ghats late on Wednesday night. Most of them were seen taking a holy dip early on Thursday morning. A magnificent aarti of Maa Ganga was organised under the auspices of the Gangotri Seva Samiti at the ancient Dashashwamedh Ghat. The glow of countless lamps at Dashashwamedh Ghat captivated the people. Secreta ...Read More >
Haridwar (Uttarakhand) [India], June 6 (ANI): A large number of devotees gathered at Har Ki Pauri in Haridwar on Friday to take a holy dip in the Ganga River on the occasion of Nirjala Ekadashi, considered one of the most sacred days in the Hindu calendar. Pilgrims from across the country reached the banks of the Ganga to take part in the royal bath and offer prayers to Ganga Mata. The event came a day after the celebration of Ganga Dussehra, leading to heavy footfall on both days as devotees offered prayers, performed bathing rituals, and chanted religious hymns. Also Read | Chhattisgarh En ...Read More >
Tura (Meghalaya), Aug 4 (PTI) An official of the Meghalaya Agriculture Department was swept away by strong currents of the Ganol River in West Garo Hills district while attempting to cross the water body during a family picnic, police said on Monday. The missing official, identified as Teseng M Sangma, was posted at Ampati in South West Garo Hills district and resided in staff quarters near Dolampong in Araimile police station area in Tura. Teseng had gone to Sella Wari near Ganol River for a picnic along with his family on Sunday, officials said. The incident took place when he tried to cr ...Read More >
Haridwar (Uttarakhand) [India], June 6 (ANI): A large number of devotees gathered at Har Ki Pauri in Haridwar on Friday to take a holy dip in the Ganga River on the occasion of Nirjala Ekadashi, considered one of the most sacred days in the Hindu calendar. Pilgrims from across the country reached the banks of the Ganga to take part in the royal bath and offer prayers to Ganga Mata. The event came a day after the celebration of Ganga Dussehra, leading to heavy footfall on both days as devotees offered prayers, performed bathing rituals, and chanted religious hymns. A devotee, Vipul Sharma, sa ...Read More >
In a recent address, RSS leader Mohan Bhagwat celebrated the unwavering commitment of the organization's volunteers, stating that each swayamsevak embodies the spirit of a pracharak. He called for preserving the essence of the Sangh's mission amidst its expansion and improved societal conditions. RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday said the organisation derives its strength from the "emotional and life force" of its volunteers, asserting that every swayamsevak, by mindset, naturally becomes a prac ...Read More >
Jaipur, June 5 (UNI) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Thursday said that making Rajasthan self-sufficient in water is the state's priority. Addressing the 'Shramdaan' programme at Ramgarh dam in Jamwaramgarh, Jaipur, on the occasion of World Environment Day and Ganga Dussehra, Sharma said, "Water is life. It is our duty to protect nature." He appealed to the people to participate in the 'Vande Ganga Jal Sanrakshan-Jan Abhiyan' by contributing their efforts to clean traditional water sources and conserve rainwater. The Chief Minister expressed gratitude to the Patrika Group for t ...Read More >