New Delhi, Jan 9: Ahead of the inauguration of Mahakumbh 2025, the Adani Group has joined hands with the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) to serve meals to lakhs and crores of devotees and pilgrims arriving in Prayagraj for the Shahi Snan and Kumbh Mela.
Prayagraj, January 9: Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), a Maharatna, has supplied approximately 45,000 tonnes of steel for the upcoming Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj.
Lucknow, January 9: Uttar Pradesh Tourism Minister Jaiveer Singh said on Thursday that it is possible to hold the cabinet meeting of the state government in Prayagraj during the Maha Kumbh 2025, but reiterated that the UP CM is yet to decide on it.
New Delhi, January 9: As preparations for the Mahakumbh in Prayagraj gain momentum, Indian Railways has announced robust arrangements to ensure the safe and efficient travel of millions of devotees to and from the holy city.
Mahakumbh Nagar, Jan 9: Realising the vision of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for a safe and grand Mahakumbh 2025, Uttar Pradesh Police have established 10 state-of-the-art digital ‘Khoya- Paya Kendras' across the Mahakumbh area to ensure safety and convenience of millions of devotees.
Mumbai, Jan 9: Bollywood multi-hyphenate Farhan Akhtar is celebrating his birthday along with his cousin Farah Khan, and his sister-in-law Anusha Dandekar.
Mumbai, Jan 9: Tara Sutaria keeps on treating the fans with sneak peeks into her daily life through social media. The actress recently took to her official Instagram account and shared her granny’s Christmas pudding recipe
New Delhi, Jan 9: Public sector giant Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has supplied approximately 45,000 tonnes of steel for the construction of various structures at the upcoming Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 which will be held in Prayagraj.
Prayagraj, January 9: Amid the preparations for Maha Kumbh, Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati on Thursday lauded Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for his efforts towards making the mega religious congregation successful.
Mumbai, Jan 9: Ektaa Kapoor is currently spending some downtime with his family in Jaipur. The producer is accompanied by his son Ravie, and nephew Laksshya during the holiday. Ektaa Kapoor recently treated the netizens a sneak peek into her trip on social media.
Prayagraj, January 9: As preparations for the Prayagraj Mahakumbh near completion, couples from Maharashtra and South India are coming to Sangam Ghat to perform the unique "Venee Daan" ritual. Women donate their braids in the sacred rivers and remarry their husbands in traditional ceremonies, symbolising renewed vows and spiritual commitment.
Prayagraj, January 9: "Chai Wale Baba," a tea seller turned ascetic from Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh, has been providing free coaching for civil services aspirants for the past 40 years without eating or speaking anything. Known as Dinesh Swaroop Brahmachari, he has vowed to remain silent and abstain from food, surviving solely on ten cups of tea daily while guiding students through WhatsApp.
Prayagraj, January 9: Prayagraj is all decked up to host Mahakumbh 2025 which begins on January 13 and will continue till February 26.
Mahakumbh Nagar, January 9: Realizing the vision of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for a safe, well-organized, and grand Mahakumbh 2025, the Uttar Pradesh Police has established ten state-of-the-art digital 'Khoya- Paya Kendra's across the Mahakumbh area to ensure safety and convenience of millions of devotees, a press release said on Thursday.
Mumbai, January 9: It's filmmaker Farhan Akhtar's birthday on Thursday and his close ones are making sure to make him feel extra special on his special day.
Mumbai, Jan 9: Bollywood actress Shraddha Kapoor has showcased her new look with a shorter hairstyle with fringes.
Prayagraj, January 9: In a remarkable display of devotion, a French woman named Pascal, who is deeply fond of Hinduism and a devotee of Lord Shiva, arrived in Prayagraj to attend the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025.
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Prayagraj, January 8: Days before the commencement of the Mahakumbh festival, Inspector General of Police, Prayagraj Tarun Gaba said that a 7-layer security scheme is being implemented to avert any untoward incident in the mass religious gathering.
Prayagraj, January 8: Uttar Pradesh Minister Nand Gopal Gupta on Wednesday praised the spiritual program 'Apne Apne Ram' (Ram Katha) by renowned poet Kumar Vishwas and said that all dignitaries present felt connected with words spoken by Kumar Vishwas in regard to Sanatan Dharma.
Prayagraj, January 8: Prayagraj Zone Additional Director General of Police (ADG) Bhanu Bhaskar on Wednesday clarified that there are no traffic restrictions in city ahead of 'Maha kumbh 2025' celebrations.
Prayagraj, January 8: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak on Wednesday inaugurated the Point of Care Testing (POCT) pathology lab equipped with state-of-the-art facilities at the Central Hospital of Maha Kumbh premises in Prayagraj.
Mumbai, January 8: Actor Shraddha Kapoor has finally chopped off her long tresses and flaunted her new look in new pictures.
Prayagraj, January 8: The Uttar Pradesh government has implemented several measures to ensure the purity of the Ganga during Maha Kumbh 2025, with 10 sewage treatment plants (STPs) already operational in Prayagraj to provide devotees with clean water, Uttar Pradesh Jal Nigam (Rural) Managing Director Raj Shekhar said on Wednesday.
Los Angeles, Jan 8: Rapper Cardi B recently shared an adorable clip on her Instagram Stories of her baby daughter, who she shares with her estranged husband Offset.
New Delhi, January 8: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launched theme song titled 'Maha Kumbh Hai' produced by Doordarshan for Maha Kumbh 2025, at an event held in the national capital on Wednesday, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting said in a press release.
New Delhi, January 8: In preparation for Maha Kumbh 2025, dense forests have been developed at various locations across Prayagraj, to ensure pure air and a healthy atmosphere for the millions of devotees expected to visit the city, the Ministry of Culture said in a statement on Wednesday.
Prayagraj, January 8: On a chilly morning in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj, the melodious chants of pilgrims filled the air, blending seamlessly with the soft hum of activity at the Central Hospital in Maha Kumbh Nagar.
New Delhi, January 8: As the historic Maha Kumbh is set to unfold from January 13 in Prayagraj, Union Minister of State Prataprao Jadhav on Wednesday conducted a comprehensive review meeting with senior officials of the Ministry of Ayush on the preparations for the Ayush initiatives at the event.
Prayagraj, January 8: Days before the commencement of the Mahakumbh festival, MoS Civil Aviation, Murlidhar Mohol, paid a visit to review preparations for the Mahakumbh. He will also conduct a meeting with airport officials to review the arrangements done for the devotees gathering for the religious event.
Mahakumbh Nagar, Jan 8: Prayagraj, believed to be the king of pilgrimages, is ready to welcome the devotees and pilgrims for the Mahakumbh 2025, from across the globe.
Mumbai, January 8: Popular singer Armaan Malik and his wife, influencer Aashna Shroff, were spotted at the airport for the first time after their wedding in December last year.
Prayagraj, January 8: : 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.
Prayagraj, January 8: As the commencement date for the 2025 Maha Kumbh nears, popular seers and saints are joining the crowd in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj.
Prayagraj, January 8: 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.
Prayagraj, January 8: 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.
Prayagraj, January 8: The three prominent 'akharas' of the Vaishnav sect will be making an entry at the 2025 Maha Kumbh on Wednesday as the preparations for the holy festival are in full swing. The Digambar, Nirvani, and Nirmohi akharas will be joining the holy celebrations in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj for the Kumbh, which is scheduled to begin on January 13.
Prayagraj, January 8: A 65-year-old French woman, Pascal, has reached Prayagraj to participate in the Kumbh Mela.
Mumbai, Jan 8: Veteran Bollywood diva Zeenat Aman said that she is celebrating a “few” of her “favourite things” in 2025.
Prayagraj, January 8: Days before the commencement of the Mahakumbh festival, Uttar Pradesh Minister Nand Gopal Gupta assured that all necessary preparations have been completed for the grand event.
Prayagraj, January 8: As the world prepares for the Mahakumbh Mela 2025, security measures are being ramped up. Horses worth Rs 1.5 crore have been deployed by the Patrolling Police (Mounted Police) to beef up the security at the Mahakumbh Mela grounds. A total of five American Warmblood (breed) horses have been brought, as they are distinct because of their speciality in sensing danger from a distance and ensuring swift protective action.
Mumbai, January 7: Bollywood star Alia Bhatt is back at work after a long vacation with family in Thailand.
Mumbai, January 7: Actors and sisters Janhvi Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor have dropped an adorable video where they are vibing to the 'Loveyapa' song and the best part was that their father and producer Boney Kapoor made a special appearance.
Mumbai, January 7: Actor Kriti Sanon has treated her fans with a glimpse of special moments of December on social media.
Prayagraj, January 7: Mahakumbh in Prayagraj is weaving a powerful narrative of environmental protection alongside culture and spirituality.
Prayagraj, January 7: As the world's largest religious gathering, the Mahakumbh, draws near, DIG Mahakumbh Vaibhav Krishna and SSP Kumbh Rajesh Dwivedi on Tuesday inspected the Kumbh Mela area.
Prayagraj, January 7: The Mayor of Prayagraj has flagged off a Rath Yatra on Tuesday aimed at promoting cleanliness ahead of the Maha Kumbh festival. The Yatra is part of the Municipal Corporation's ongoing efforts to clean the city and create awareness among the public.
Prayagraj, January 7: As the world's largest religious gathering, the Mahakumbh, draws near, visitors are coming to Prayagraj's Sangam, where camel rides from Qila Ghat to Sangam Nose, brought in from Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, have become a popular attraction, especially for families.
Prayagraj, January 7: The Mahakumbh Mela is seeing a lot of buzz around Amarjeet, better known as Anaaj Wale Baba. Hailing from Uttar Pradesh's Sonbhadra district, Anaaj Wale Baba has become the centre of attention for growing crops like wheat, millet, gram, and peas on his head.
Prayagraj, January 7: Ahead of the commencement of the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh has ramped up the preparations for the holy festivals while making all kinds of arrangements to ensure ease and safety to the devotees.
Prayagraj, January 7: With only one week left for the Maha Kumbh Mela, thousands of devotees along with sadhus and saints from across India and the world have started arriving in Prayagraj. In this grand spiritual gathering, Naga sadhus have been captivating people with their special attire and Hatha yoga practice.
Mumbai, January 7: Bollywood actor Vicky Kaushal shared a heartfelt birthday wish for wife Katrina's sister Isabelle Kaif. He penned an adorable message for Isabelle and shared a beautiful snap of the actress.
Mumbai, January 6: Actor Sana Khan and her husband Anas Saiyad announced the arrival of their second child, a baby boy.
Prayagraj, January 6: A large number of devotees gathered at Ram Ghat in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj on Monday evening to attend the 'Sandhya Aarti,' a sacred ritual dedicated to the holy river Ganga.
Mahakumbh Nagar, Jan 6: The Mahakumbh 2025, being the largest human gathering and intangible heritage of humanity representing Sanatan culture, has sparked global curiosity.
Mumbai, Jan 6: Rakul Preet Singh shared a small treat with her social media fans. The diva took to her official Instagram account and posted a couple of jaw-dropping photographs in an off-shoulder black silk dress.
Prayagraj, January 6: The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) on Monday rescued a family of nine from drowning in the Ganga river here.
Prayagraj, January 6: Northern Railway, Lucknow Division has taken a new initiative for the protection and healthcare of tourists and rail passengers visiting Prayagraj during Maha Kumbh 2025 which is scheduled to begin from January 13. "Dawadost" medicine shop would be provided at Prayag Junction and Prayagraj Sangam stations.
Prayagraj, January 6: The melody of classical music echoed at Sangam Ghat in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj as a troupe of classical singers performed today, promoting the message of cleanliness and the philosophy of 'Sanatan' ahead of the Maha Kumbh 2025.
Prayagraj, January 6: With a week left for the Maha Kumbh Mela, the official website of the grand religious congregation is getting a lot of visitors and has been visited by over 33 lakh people from India and 182 other countries.
Prayagraj, January 6: The Peshwai of Ananda Akhada held a grand 'Sobha Yatra' on Monday before entering the Mahakumbh Mela premises in Prayagraj.
New Delhi, January 6: As millions of devotees converge on Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh, Airtel has installed 287 new sites, optimized over 340 existing sites, and laid an additional 74 kilometers of fiber to strengthen connectivity across the city.
Prayagraj, January 6: As Prayagraj gears up to welcome thousands of devotees, seers and sages for the Maha Kumbh Mela, the local resorts have decided to focus on the eco-friendly aspects by opting Bamboo Cottages for accommodations.
Prayagraj, January 6: With only a few days left for Mahakumbh to begin, the excitement in the air is palpable, with the clanging of bells, chanting of mantras, and all the prominent Akharas arriving to participate in the grand mela.
Mumbai, Jan 6: Popular television actress Deepika Singh channeled her inner Basanti from the iconic blockbuster 'Sholay'.
Prayagraj, January 6: Thousands of devotees and seers and sages have started arriving at Prayagraj for the upcoming Maha Kumbh Mela.
Prayagraj, January 6: With only one week left for the Maha Kumbh Mela, thousands of devotees and seers and sages from India and around the world have started reaching Prayagraj.
Prayagraj, January 6: The Peshwai of the Anand Akhada has arrived in Prayagraj on Monday as the nation prepares itself for the Mahakumbh Mela 2025, which is scheduled to begin on January 13.
Mumbai, Jan 6: Actress Urmila Matondkar revealed that she loves the song “Yeh Mera Dil Yaar Ka Diwana” by Asha Bhosle from the 1978 film “Don”.
Agra,January 6: The Taj Mahal, which had been veiled by thick fog over the past three days, experienced improved visibility this morning, allowing visitors to enjoy its iconic beauty under a lighter mist.
Prayagraj, January 6: Preparations have been intensified in Prayagraj ahead of the Mahakumbh Mela 2025 as several measures have been taken on the ground to facilitate the devotees and visitors coming for the 'Shahi Snan'.
Prayagraj, January 5: The Uttar Pradesh government has implemented extensive security measures and made elaborate arrangements to ensure a safe and grand celebration of Maha Kumbh 2025.
Prayagraj, January 5: As preparations for Maha Kumbh 2025 are underway, Prayagraj Commissioner Tarun Gauba visited different akharas on Sunday and had words with sadhus and saints regarding the arrangements.
Prayagraj, January 5: The special arrangements for Maha Kumbh devotees, including a floating self-propelled jetty for VIP bathing experience away from the crowd at Sangam have been set up this time to provide a seamless spiritual experience.
Prayagraj, January 5: The Maha Kumbh Mela Authority and the police department have established a high-tech computerized lost-and-found registration centre utilizing AI technology, which is commonly referred to as the 1920 Center.
By Amrit Prakash, Prayagraj, January 5: At the Mahakumbh in Prayagraj there are devotees and seers from across the world. Angela whose spiritual journey from Italy to India has been nothing short of transformative is one of them.
Prayagraj, January 5: Maha Kumbh 2025 is set for multiple potential world records including one for distributing the most number of spectacles and eye tests done at a single event. In light of this, Swami Avdheshanand Giri Maharaj praised the initiative of 'Netra Kumbh'; an initiative organised to provide free eye check-ups to devotees in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.
Prayagraj, January 5: Ahead of the Mahakumbh Mela, Prayagraj Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Rajesh Dwivedi said that full arrangements have been made for the devotees attending the Mela.
Prayagraj, January 5: As the devotees and residents of Prayagraj gear up for the Maha Kumbh Mela there is an air of exuberance. Seers and devotees from India and across the world have gathered here for this once in a 14 year ritual.
Mumbai, Jan 5: Shahid Kapoor's wife, Mira Rajput, known for her active social media presence, recently shared her goals for the year 2025.
Mumbai, Jan 5: Malaika Arora recently gave her fans a glimpse into her first working day of 2025.
Mumbai, Jan 5: Television actress Chahatt Khanna, best known for her role in "Bade Achhe Lagte Hain," recently opened up about her Instagram account being hacked.
Prayagraj, January 5: As Maha Kumbh nears its commencement date, the religious festivities can be witnessed in the region and across the Sangam (confluence of Ganga and Yamuna). Mahamandaleshwar Kaushalya Nand Giri of Kinnar Akhara performed a fire ritual (Havan), praying that the holy celebrations of Kumbh remain divine, grand and safe.
Prayagraj, January 5: The preparations for the 2025 Maha Kumbh are underway as people have started to gather in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj. As the temperatures plummet in the city, people have flocked around tea stalls near the railway station and the Maha Kumbh area.
Prayagraj, January 5: As crores of devotees are expected to congregate during the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, starting next month, a steel bridge there is nearing completion to ease the traffic jams.
Prayagraj, January 5: The Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, is expected to draw a massive crowd of around 40 crore people, posing a significant challenge for crowd management.
Prayagraj January 4: The Mahakumbh has become a hub for seers and sages arriving from across India and the world. Among the unique sights at this year's Mahakumbh is the arrival of Mahant Om, also known as the 'E-Rickshaw Baba,' who has travelled from Delhi in his customized three-wheeler equipped with a kitchen and bedroom. This vehicle is not merely a mode of transport but serves as his entire ashram.
Prayagraj, January 4: The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) participated in a mega mock exercise with Prayagraj Mela Authority and other agencies under the aegis of Uttar Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority in Prayagraj on Saturday to ensure a grand, safe and successful organization of Maha Kumbh 2025 and to deal with any emergency, NDRF said in a press release.
Prayagraj, January 4: Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal on Saturday praised Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for making "very good arrangements" for the Maha Kumbh Mela at Prayagraj.
Prayagraj, January 4: The Indian Railways has provided special medical facilities at railway stations in Prayagraj to ensure the health and safety of pilgrims during Maha Kumbh 2025.
Prayagraj, January 4: With just days to go for Maha Kumbh, Uttar Pradesh DGP Prashant Kumar on Saturday outlined the extensive preparations being carried out on a war footing and said that 40 per cent more forces have been deployed compared to the 2019 Prayagraj Ardh Kumbh.
Gorakhpur, January 4: In preparation for the upcoming Prayagraj Mahakumbh, the North Eastern Railway (NER) has equipped 80 train coaches with unique Mahakumbh-themed designs to enhance the travel experience of pilgrims.
Prayagraj, January 4: An atmosphere of spiritual fervour an devotion has filled the air in Prayagraj as the much-awaited Maha Kumbh Mela draws near.
Mumbai, January 4: Bollywood actor Preity Zinta is on vacation mode with her husband Gene Goodenough and close friends as they travel to beaches and exotic locations.
By Amrit Prakash, Prayagraj, January 4: As Prayagraj gears up for the Mahakumbh Mela, a large number of foreign devotees are also arriving at the "Kriyayoga Ashram and Research Institute Of Swami Yogi Satyam" camp at Mahakumbhand to participate in yoga classes.
Prayagraj, January 4: The Uttar Pradesh government is committed to making Mahakumbh 2025 not only divine and grand but also a digital marvel and in line with this vision, Indian Railways has introduced a groundbreaking initiative to revolutionize ticketing for the grand event.
Prayagraj, January 4: A walkathon was held in Prayagraj district to promote food safety standards ahead of the Mahakumbh 2025 in Uttar Pradesh.
Mumbai, Jan 4: Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor Khan, who was recently seen in ‘Singham Again’, has shared how her elder son Tamiur does her “seva”.
Mumbai, Jan 4: Dancer-social media influencer Dhanashree Verma and her cricketer-husband Yuzvendra Chahal have re-ignited divorce rumours after they unfollowed each other on the photo-sharing website Instagram.
Washington, January 3: Actor Sam Asghari has made his relationship with his new girlfriend, Instagram official, sharing intimate vacation photos just a month after his divorce from popstar Britney Spears.
Prayagraj, January 3: Emphasising cleanliness in Maha Kumbh 2025 as per Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's direction Prayagraj Mela Authority on Friday organised a mass feast for Swachhata Mitras (sanitation workers).
Prayagraj, January 3: The Uttar Pradesh government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, is sparing no effort to make Maha Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj the grandest celebration of Sanatan Dharma, attracting crores of devotees across India and the world.
Prayagraj, January 3: Prayagraj is filled with spiritual fervour as the highly anticipated Mahakumbh Mela draws near.
Prayagraj, January 3: The festivities for Maha Kumbh 2025 have already begun with the devotees participating in morning Ganga 'aartis'.
Los Angeles, January 2: Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, recently surprised her fans by rejoining Instagram nearly after a hiatus of five years.
Washington, January 1: 29-year-old daughter of Eminem, Hailie Jade who is pregnant with her first child shared an emotional post on New Year's Eve with her husband Evan McClintock. While wishing her fans a 'Happy New Year', she also shared her excitement for new beginnings in her life.