PRAYAGRAJ, India: Tens of thousands of Hindus seeking absolution of their sins immersed themselves on Monday in freezing waters at the confluence of sacred rivers, as India began a six-week festival expected to draw the world's largest gathering of humanity. Held every 12 years, the Maha Kumbh Mela or Great Pitcher Festival, as the religious event in the city of Prayagraj in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh is called, attracts more than 400 m
LUCKNOW: On his second day in Prayagraj to review final preparations for the Mahakumbh, chief minister Yogi Adityanath launched Prasar Bharti's special FM channel, called Kumbhvani. The CM said that the radio channel would take the Mahakumbh to all those who were unable to visit the Kumbh this time, especially in rural areas, and help spread the message of Sanatan Dharma among people. Confident that the channel would be a huge success as it woul
Lucknow, Jan 8 (UNI) Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said that the belief system of Sanatan Dharma represents the world's oldest culture, standing above comparison with any religion or sect. The CM said, "I inherit a legacy that spans thousands of years, with its cultural and spiritual events equally ancient. The tradition of Sanatan is higher than the sky and beyond comparison." Speaking at the 'Mahakumbh Mahasammelan, he emphasise
Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) [India], January 8 (ANI): Devotees have started pouring in at the banks of Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj where the Maha Kumbh Mela is set to take place from January 13 to February 26. In a unique blend of tradition and technology, many are seen using video calls to share the divine experience with their elderly relatives who couldn't attend. This digital darshan allows loved ones to participate remotely and feel connected
NEW DELHI: A 65-year-old French woman named Pascal is attending the Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Pascal, a devotee of Lord Shiva, traveled from France to participate in the large religious gathering. "I have a great attachment to the Hindu religion and Lord Shiva. I have no reason to express my attachment to Hinduism. This feeling comes from my heart," said Pascal. Pascal's interest in Hinduism began in 1984 during her first visit t
Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) [India], January 8 (ANI): As the commencement date for the 2025 Maha Kumbh nears, popular seers and saints are joining the crowd in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj. Amid celebrations, Jagadguru Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati Maharaj on Wednesday demanded that cow be given the status of 'Rashtra Mata'. He said that one of the biggest problems was cow slaughter and it must be stopped. The seer said that they
Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) [India], January 8 (ANI) : In a surprising turn of events at the Mahakumbh, 13-year-old Rakhi Dhakre has made the bold decision to leave her family and adopt the life of a sannyasini. Now known as Sannyasini Gauri Giri, she has chosen to reside with her guru, Mahant Kaushal Giri Maharaj, dedicating herself to spiritual practices. Speaking to ANI, Mahant Kaushal Giri remarked, "Baba Giri is a challenging path. My child,
Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) [India], January 8 (ANI): Devotees have started pouring in at the banks of Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj where the Maha Kumbh Mela is set to take place from January 13 to February 26. In a unique blend of tradition and technology, many are seen using video calls to share the divine experience with their elderly relatives who couldn't attend. This digital darshan allows loved ones to participate remotely and feel connected
Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) [India], January 8 (ANI): In preparation for the grand Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, a mock drill was conducted in the Akhada area to enhance emergency preparedness and ensure the safety of participants and attendees. The drill carried out under the guidance of Police Additional Director General (ADG) Vaibhav Krishna, IPS was aimed to address potential emergency situations that may arise during the event. Also Read | Microsoft
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 8 (ANI): The anti-terror squad (ATS) of Maharashtra has arrested 60 illegal Bangladeshi immigrants across the entire state in the year 2024. In December 2024 alone, the ATS managed to arrest 43 Bangladeshi nations residing illegally. In 2025, to date, four cases have been filed against the illegal Bangladeshi nationals and six accused have been arrested. Most Bangladeshis have been arrested from Mumbai, Navi
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 2: Graanth Realty and Paradigm Realty have achieved a significant milestone with the successful delivery of two of four wings (A & B Wings) of Artteza, its luxury residential project in Santacruz West. What began as a challenging, stressed project has been transformed into a shining example of Graanth Realty's commitment to quality and timely delivery. In just 2 years and 3 months from the launch of the proje
The 2025 Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj will feature an AI chatbot. The chatbot will offer a personalized digital experience. Devotees can scan a QR code for a certificate. Information on events and programs will be available. The chatbot supports eleven languages. It will guide visitors and provide information on amenities.The Maha Kumbh-2025 will offer a unique digital experience to people across the globe, allowing them to get a memorable token of th
New Delhi, Dec 18 (VOICE) After a petitioner-in-person filed a synopsis running into 128 pages, the Supreme Court said that the registry should have advised the litigant to trim down the lengthy synopsis, which was "loaded with details much of which was not relevant". "The appellant, who has appeared in person, has filed a synopsis running into 128 pages, loaded with details much of which is not relevant for our purposes. We understand that the
Finally, the cat is out of the bag and hopping mad on the hot tin roof! Techie Atul Subhash, 34, strung himself up like a ceiling fan and left a placard with the three words 'Justice Is Due'. Atul Subhash also left a 24-page suicide note and an audio-video explanation on why he killed himself and who abetted the suicide, bringing into focus the female-male divide into sharp focus? Nobody assisted Subhash in placing the noose around his neck, but
Discover the divine origins of the Maha Kumbh Mela, held every 12 years at Prayagraj, and uncover 5 fascinating secrets rooted in the ancient tale of Samudra Manthan and the Amrit Kalash. The Maha Kumbh Mela is more than a spiritual gathering; it is a living embodiment of ancient Pauranic kathas, faith, and celestial significance. Held at four sacred locations -- Haridwar, Nashik, Ujjain, and Prayagraj -- the festival attracts millions of devote
Hours after Atul Subash's wife Nikita Singhania, her mother Nisha and brother Anurag were arrested for allegedly abetting the suicide, the Bengaluru techie's father, Pawan Kumar Modi has questioned where Atul's four-year-old son is and said the family was worried about him. Modi thanked the police for arresting the woman and her family members. However, he said, "We don't know where she has kept our grandson. Has he been killed or is he alive? W
MUMBAI/LUCKNOW: Backing the call for a uniform civil code in India, Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath quoted on Sunday a recent statement by Allahabad HC judge Shekhar Kumar Yadav at an event in Mumbai to assert that "majority sentiments are respected globally". Speaking at a the World Hindu Economic Forum-2024 event in Mumbai, the CM attacked the Congress-headed opposition, saying that by the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code the differen
Samastipur, December 15: Father of deceased Bengaluru techie Atul Subhash on Sunday, pleaded for custody of his grandson. Subhash's father, Pawan Kumar Modi, has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and others to ensure the custody of his grandson. Although Pawan Kumar expressed gratitude towards the police for arresting the accused, he asserted that he still has not received justice as a new case has been
Bengaluru: Three people, including Atul Subhash's wife, Nikita Singhania, have been arrested in connection with his suicide case, Karnataka Police said. Subhash allegedly died by suicide after accusing his wife of harassment. Nikita Singhania was apprehended in Gurugram, Haryana. According to the police, the other two accused, identified as Nisha Singhania (Nikita's mother) and Anurag Singhania (her brother), were arrested in Allahabad, Uttar Pr
Samastipur (Bihar), Dec 15 (PTI) The father of Bengaluru techie Atul Subhash, who died by suicide recently, on Sunday called for strict punishment for those who "harassed" his son, asserting that his ashes will not be immersed till justice is served. Subhash, 34, was found hanging in his house at Bengaluru's Munnekolalu on December 9. He left behind lengthy videos and notes, blaming his wife and in-laws for driving him to suicide through "false"
Samastipur (Bihar): Father of deceased Bengaluru techie Atul Subhash on Sunday, pleaded for custody of his grandson. Subhash's father, Pawan Kumar Modi, has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and others to ensure the custody of his grandson. Although Pawan Kumar expressed gratitude towards the police for arresting the accused, he asserted that he still has not received justice as a new case has been filed
Samastipur (Bihar) [India], December 15 (ANI): Father of deceased Bengaluru techie Atul Subhash on Sunday, pleaded for custody of his grandson. Subhash's father, Pawan Kumar Modi, has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and others to ensure the custody of his grandson. Although Pawan Kumar expressed gratitude towards the police for arresting the accused, he asserted that he still has not received justice a
Bengaluru/Lucknow, Dec 15 (PTI) The Bengaluru Police has arrested three people, including the estranged wife of tech executive Atul Subhash, who died by suicide recently, an official said on Sunday. Nikita Singhania was arrested from Gurugram, Haryana, while her mother Nisha Singhania and brother Anurag Singhania were picked up from Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj for abetting Subhash's suicide, the Bengaluru Police official said. They were arrested
Bengaluru, December 15: Three accused in Atul Subhash's suicide case -- his wife, her mother and brother -- who were arrested by Bengaluru Police, have been sent to 14-day judicial custody, officials said here on Sunday. A senior police officer said Atul Subhash's wife Nikita Singhania was arrested from Haryana's Gurugram and her mother Nisha Singhania and brother Anurag Singhania were nabbed in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Nikita Singhania, Wife o
Also Read - Bengaluru techie suicide case: Nikita Singhania, her mother and brother arrested, produced in court Speaking to reporters after the arrest, Pawan Kumar said, "I am thankful to the police for arresting their (Nikita Singhania's) family. We do not even know if our grandson is alive or his whereabouts. We request the police to give us the details of our grandson and hand him over to us. We want our grandson to live with us." Bengaluru
Bengaluru, Dec 15 (VOICE) Three accused in Atul Subhash's suicide case -- his wife, her mother and brother -- who were arrested by Bengaluru Police, have been sent to 14-day judicial custody, officials said here on Sunday.A senior police officer said Atul Subhash's wife Nikita Singhania was arrested from Haryana's Gurugram and her mother Nisha Singhania and brother Anurag Singhania were nabbed in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. The accused persons wer
Bengaluru Techie Suicide: Atul Subhash's Wife Nikita Singhania Arrested Days after Atul Subhash, a Bengaluru techie committed suicide and in his 24-page suicide note, he blamed his wife and in-laws for mentally torturing him and extorting money from him by filing false cases against him and his family. In a major update in the Bengaluru Techie Suicide Case, Nikita Singhania, Atul Subhash's wife has been arrested from Gurugram. Nikita's mother an
Bengaluru: Bengaluru Police have arrested Nikita Singhania, the wife Atul Subash who died by suicide, along with her mother, Visha Singhania, and brother, Anurag Singhania, in connection with an abetment of suicide case. They were picked up from Gurugram and Prayagraj respectively and have been produced in the court. The accused are currently in a judicial custody. According to Bengaluru Police, the wife of Subash, Nikita Singhania is A1 in the
Bengaluru News: Amid a surge in cases of digital arrest across the nation, a 68-year-old senior citizen in Bengaluru reportedly lost Rs 1.94 crore to cyber fraudsters from his fixed deposit. The victim stated that the fraudsters claimed that they were from the Mumbai crime branch and threatened him with arrest if he did not pay the amount to them. The fraudsters allegedly held the man under digital arrest for almost a week and claimed that he wa
Bengaluru, Dec 14 (UNI) The tragic suicide of 34-year-old tech professional Atul Subhash has led to the arrest of his estranged wife and her family members in connection with allegations of harassment, extortion, and financial abuse. Subhash, a resident of Manjunath Layout in Bengaluru, was found dead in his apartment on December 9, leaving behind a 25-page suicide note. In the note, he accused his wife, Nikita Singhania, and her family of subje