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Empowering UP and MP: PM Modi to embark on day-long trip on April 11
New Delhi, April 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a day-long tour to two states of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, on April 11.
PM Modi to visit Varanasi on April 11, to inaugurates development projects worth 3884 cr
Varanasi, April 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Varanasi on April 11 to inaugurate 3884 crore worth of development projects.
PM Modi to visit Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh on April 11
New Delhi, April 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh on April 11. He will travel to Varanasi and at around 11 AM, he will lay the foundation stone and inaugurate various development projects worth over Rs 3,880 crore. He will also address a public meeting, according to an official statement from his office.
PMMY helping aspiring entrepreneurs in Varanasi in getting loans to start their businesses
Varanasi, April 7: The Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) is set to celebrate its tenth anniversary on April 8, having transformed the lives of countless individuals across the country, including many in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's parliamentary constituency, Varanasi. The scheme has been a beacon of hope for aspiring entrepreneurs, especially the youth, by providing easy access to credit for small businesses.
Team 'JAAT' celebrates Ram Navami with the 'Oh Rama Shri Rama' song in Varanasi
Mumbai, April 6: The team of the highly anticipated action film "JAAT" celebrated the auspicious occasion of Ram Navami in grand style at the iconic Namo Ghat in Varanasi.
PMFME scheme transforms lives in Varanasi, empowers rural entrepreneurs
New Delhi, April 6: Under the Pradhan Mantri Formalisation Of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFMPE), a Centrally sponsored scheme, many lives in Varanasi have been transformed, particularly among farmers and rural communities.
'PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana' a big success in Varanasi, one lakh registrations recorded
Varanasi, April 5: Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ambitious ‘PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana’, 1 lakh people in Varanasi have registered for the scheme. The process of installing solar panels under this initiative is rapidly increasing, providing relief to city residents in their electricity bills while also offering subsidies from the government.
Brass statue of Sarnath Buddha and brocade silk shawl from Varanasi: PM Modi's stunning gifts for Thai royalty
Bangkok, April 4: In a stunning representation of Buddhist spirituality and Indian craftsmanship, Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua and Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana of Thailand a unique brass statue of Sarnath Buddha in 'dhyan mudra' along with a brocade silk shawl from Varanasi during the royal audience on Friday at the Dusit Palace in Bangkok.
Yogi Adityanath reviews plans for PM's Visit, directs quick action on infrastructure, security, and water supply
Varanasi, April 3: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday held a review meeting with elected representatives and officials in the Circuit House seminar hall.
Affordable healthcare: Kashi residents hail Jan Aushadhi scheme for low-cost medicines
Varanasi, March 31: The Narendra Modi-led central government has been running several welfare schemes focused on the common people, and the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) is one of them, benefiting the residents of Kashi as well. Under this scheme, medicines are provided at cheaper rates at Jan Aushadhi Kendras.
Uttar Pradesh: Chaitra Navratri begins with rituals at Temples
Varanasi, March 30: Chaitra Navratri celebrations commenced across Uttar Pradesh with devotees offering prayers at major temples. Special rituals were performed at Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Ashtabhuji Mata Mandir, and Alop Shankari Devi Shakti Peeth Mandir.
UP: Meat shops to remain shut in Varanasi during Navratri, civic body to monitor compliance
Varanasi, March 29: The Varanasi Municipal Corporation has announced that all meat shops in the city will remain closed during the upcoming Navratri festival and that the move, approved by the executive board, will be backed by awareness campaigns and enforcement drives during the festival.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath highlights state govt's commitment to investor-friendly policies
Lucknow, March 22: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday participated in the Investors Meet organised for the upcoming Mega Textile and Apparel Park.
International Sparrow Day: Varanasi man builds sparrow colony to protect declining population
Varanasi, March 20: On International Sparrow Day, Atul Pandey, a resident of Kakkarmatta in Varanasi, is leading a campaign to protect the birds.
Foreign tourists join Holi festivities in Varanasi
Varanasi, March 14: Holi, the festival of colours, is being celebrated with great fervour across India, and in the sacred city of Varanasi, it has become a unique cultural experience for foreign tourists over the past two decades who have come visiting here.
UP: CM Yogi Adityanath inspects international cricket stadium in Varanasi
Varanasi, 12 March: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday nspected the under-construction international cricket stadium in Varanasi, which is set to become a major sporting landmark in the state. Once completed, it will be Uttar Pradesh's third international cricket venue, following the ones in Kanpur and Lucknow.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath holds meeting with police and other officials in Varanasi
Varanasi, March 12: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath chaired a meeting with police officials and other public administration officers at the circuit house in Varanasi.
TN Governor Ravi extends deadline for Kashi Tamil Sangamam 3.0 write-up submission to March 22
Chennai, March 12: Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi has extended the last date for submissions to the 'Write-up' competition for the participants in the 'Experience sharing of Kashi Tamil Sangamam 3.0-2025'.
NHLML , IWAI sign treaty for state-of-art multi-modal logistics park in Varanasi
New Delhi, March 11: National Highways Logistics Management Limited (NHLML) and Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) on Tuesday signed a Mamorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop a state-of-the-art Multi-Modal Logistics Park (MMLP) in Varanasi.The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways said in a release on Tuesday that the 50-acre park is strategically connected to NH7 via a 650m access road and is just 1.5 km from the NH7-NH2 junction.
Devotees celebrate Rangbhari Ekadashi festival in Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Varanasi, March 10: Devotees celebrated with joy during the Rangbhari Ekadashi festival at the Kashi Vishwanath Temple premises on Monday.
Special darshan for women at Kashi's Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi today
Varanasi, March 8: The famed Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi rolled out a special initiative on Saturday to honour women with special arrangements for female devotees on International Women's Day.
Kashi Vishwanath Temple to honour 'nari shakti', makes special arrangements for darshan on Women's Day
Varanasi, March 7: This International Women's Day, the sacred Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi has rolled out a special initiative to honour 'Nari Shakti' (women power) with special arrangements for female devotees.
Champions Trophy: Cricket fans in Varanasi offer prayers for India's win against Australia in semi-final
Varanasi, March 4: Indian Cricket fans offered prayers in Varanasi for the victory of Team India ahead of Men in Blue's semi-final clash against Australia at the Dubai International Stadium on Tuesday.
Greatest seva Is towards parents: Preity Zinta shares lessons from her Maha Kumbh trip
Mumbai, March 2: Bollywood actor Preity Zinta recently visited the Maha Kumbh and later traveled to Varanasi to celebrate Mahashivratri with her mother.
Preity Zinta takes on a religious trip from Prayagraj to Varanasi with her mom
Mumbai, March 2: Actress Preity Zinta took a religious trip from Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj to Varanasi with her mother. The 'Veer-Zaara' actress posted a video on her Instagram handle, giving a few glimpses of her visit to these holy places.
Unprecedented network traffic surge seen in Varanasi and Ayodhya during Maha Kumbh 2025: Ericsson
New Delhi, February 27: Unprecedented network traffic surge was observed in Varanasi and Ayodhya during the Maha Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj and Ericsson and Jio Infocomm Ltd (Jio) successfully managed a massive surge delivering exceptional customer experience despite record-breaking participation, the company said in a release.
Over 6.67 lakh devotees visit Kashi Vishwanath Dham on Maha Shivratri
Varanasi, February 26: Shri Kashi Vishwanath Dham witnessed an overwhelming footfall on Tuesday, with 6,67,855 devotees visiting the revered temple for darshan till 7:00 PM on the occasion of Maha Shivratri.
A Large number of Devotees throng popular temples across India on Maha Shivratri
New Delhi, February 26: On the occasion of Maha Shivratri, devotees have gathered in large numbers at various temples across India to offer prayers.
Foreign devotees visiting Mahakumbh and Varanasi, awed by Mahashivratri celebrations
Prayagraj, February 26: As the last day of the Mahakumbh concludes today, foreign devotees have also arrived to take a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam on the occasion of Mahashivratri.
Lakhs of Naga Sadhus, devotees flock to Kashi Vishwanath for Maha Shivratri
Varanasi, Feb 26: Lakhs of Naga Sadhus, saints, and devotees have gathered at the revered Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi to offer prayers to Lord Shiva on the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri.
Varanasi gears up for grand Mahashivratri celebration with elaborate preparations
Prayagraj, Feb 25: As the festival of Mahashivratri approaches, Kashi is brimming with devotion and excitement, with preparations in full swing at the iconic Kashi Vishwanath Temple. The administration has meticulously planned for a smooth and spiritual experience as thousands of devotees flock to the temple for the sacred event that is coinciding with the reverse flow of people from the Maha Kumbh.
Odisha CM attends Kashi Tamil Sangamam 3.0 at Varanasi
Bhubaneswar, Feb 24: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday participated in the third edition of the Kashi Tamil Sangamam (KTS 3.0) at Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh.
VIP darshan at Kashi Vishwanath temple stopped for 3 days due to Maha Shivratri rush
New Delhi, Feb 24: In a significant move, the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, has announced a temporary ban on VIP 'darshan' from February 25 to February 27 on the occasion of Maha Shivratri.
Jamaican High Commissioner to India calls Jaishankar one of the most efficient Foreign Ministers
Varanasi, February 24: Jason Hall, the High Commissioner of Jamaica to India, praised External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, calling him "one of the most proactive, most productive, most efficient foreign ministers" after attending a session at IIT Varanasi.
Our underlying belief, culture history, tradition keeps us all together: EAM at Kashi Tamil Sangamam 3.0
Varanasi, February 23: At the Kashi-Tamil Sangamam 3.0 in Varanasi, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar brought attention to the rich history of Kashi city and how it is a true testimony of binding India together.
JP Nadda joins 'Kashi Tamil Sangam' in Varanasi, highlights India's unity in diversity
Varanasi, February 21: Union Minister and BJP National President JP Nadda attended the 'Kashi Tamil Sangam 3.0' programme on Friday here. The event, which brings together diverse cultural traditions, was organised to celebrate India's rich heritage and promote the message of unity in diversity.
5 Mahakumbh devotees from Karnataka dead in car crash, 5 injured
Varanasi, February 21: A cruiser car heading to Varanasi from Mahakumbh collided with a parked truck near Mirzamurad police station, killing five people and injuring five others, officials said on Friday.
Five K'taka pilgrims returning from Maha Kumbh killed in road accident
Bengaluru, Feb 21: At least five people from Karnataka's Bidar district were killed on the spot, and seven others injured in a road accident near Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, on Friday.
Cricket fans perform Havan in Varanasi for India's victory ahead of Champions Trophy clash against Bangladesh
Varanasi, February 20: Ahead of India's opening match in the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 against Bangladesh at Dubai on Thursday, cricket fans in Varanasi performed a havan for their team's victory in the first match of the mega event.
Spirit of Kashi Tamil Sangamam being celebrated by Indians worldwide
New Delhi, Feb 18: The spirit of Kashi Tamil Sangamam - a cross country cultural celebration - continues to echo across the world as Indian missions in several countries are hosting events to spotlight the age-old links between Tamil Nadu and Kashi and the grand cultural confluence that is taking place in Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi from February 15.