Varanasi

As PM Modi meditates, Amit Shah, senior BJP leaders hold fort in Varanasi: ‘Koi fight hi nahi hai’

May 31, 2024 8:29 pm

Congress not holding out hope of victory, says reducing victory margin won’t be “less than a defeat for Modi”

‘Reckless allegations’: Delhi HC junks plea to cancel PM Modi’s candidature from Varanasi Lok Sabha seat

May 30, 2024 6:30 pm

The plea filed by one Captain Deepak Kumar submits that PM Modi and his accomplices "attempted to destabilize the internal and national security of India".

Rahul Gandhi: ‘Did parmatma ask PM to help only Adani & Ambani’

May 29, 2024 5:03 am

In his speech, Akhilesh promised to ensure “freedom of the press” along with a change in the “mitra mandal” and “media mandal” at the Centre if voted to power. The two leaders also addressed their first joint rally in Varanasi Tuesday.

Today in Politics: PM Modi to hold roadshow in Kolkata; Rahul-Akhilesh rally in Varanasi

May 28, 2024 7:46 am

The PM’s roadshow is set to conclude at Swami Vivekananda’s ancestral home. Last week, Mamata Banerjee had accused a “few monks” of the Ramakrishna Mission, a monastic order founded by Vivekananda, of helping the BJP in Bengal.

And then there were 6: Down from 41, meet those in the Varanasi race against PM Modi

May 28, 2024 7:37 am

Congress’s Ajay Rai, who lost the last 3 polls from Varanasi, remains Modi’s most formidable challenger; others include BSP, Apna Dal (K) and Yuga Thalasi Party’s candidates and 2 Independents

Today in Politics: In Varanasi outreach, PM Modi set to hold ‘Nari Shakti Samvad’ with 25,000 women

May 21, 2024 7:30 am

SC to hear Hemant Soren’s interim bail plea; Nadda and Kharge to campaign in Haryana, Amit Shah in Odisha

In Varanasi, Independent faces two FIRs: ‘He obtained our Aadhaar card copies by fraud’

May 19, 2024 8:53 am

This comes days after comedian Shyam Rangeela’s nomination from the Varanasi LS constituency was rejected “on the ground that he did not take the oath”.

'Right of common citizen to contest elections in democracy killed': Shyam Rangeela on rejection of nomination

May 16, 2024 1:24 pm

Shyam Rangeela had submitted his nomination papers to contest elections from Varanasi, against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday

Shyam Rangeela's nomination from Varanasi rejected ‘for not taking oath’

May 16, 2024 11:24 am

Was not told by DM about the oath, says the comedian

After prayers at Dashashwamedh Ghat and Kal Bhairav temple, PM Modi files nomination in Varanasi

May 14, 2024 1:08 pm

PM Modi is contesting against the Opposition INDIA bloc candidate Ajay Rai in Varanasi in the Lok Sabha elections 2024.

In pics: After Gyanvapi verdict, celebrations break out on streets of Varanasi

September 13, 2022 2:40 pm

Rain wreaks havoc, UP and Bihar reel under floodwaters

August 28, 2022 10:39 pm

PM Modi inaugurates Kashi Vishwanath Corridor

February 14, 2022 2:30 pm

The Rs 339-crore project, the foundation of which was laid by Modi on March 8, 2019, has been completed in less than three years as planned, despite the Covid pandemic.

Day before inauguration, Varanasi's Kashi Vishwanath corridor decks up to welcome PM Modi

February 14, 2022 2:31 pm

The gateways and other parts of the structure are built using traditional craftsmanship and 23 buildings are set to be inaugurated on Monday.

Dev Deepawali 2019: Devotees light earthen lamps in Varanasi

November 13, 2019 12:54 pm

Dev Deepawali is also called the 'Diwali of the Gods' as the Gods are believed to have descended on Earth to bathe in the Ganges on this day. This year it was celebrated on November 12.

Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor shoot for Brahmastra in Varanasi

June 04, 2019 9:51 am

A day after Modi's show of strength in mega roadshow, PM files nomination from Varanasi

April 26, 2019 6:50 pm

Senior leaders of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and the BJP by his side, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday filed his nomination from Uttar Pradesh’s Varanasi’s Lok Sabha constituency.

PM's show of strength in Varanasi: Thousands throng mega roadshow

April 26, 2019 6:40 am

Ahead of filing his nomination from Varanasi on Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a mega roadshow in the city today. The roadshow stretched over six kilometres from the Lanka area to Dashashwamedh Ghat via Godoliya.

From thandai to baati chokha: Popular street foods of Varanasi you must try

April 25, 2019 2:05 pm

Food is a important part of Varanasi's culture, and if you are visiting the holy city you are in for a gastronomic treat. Here are some of the best street foods that you can try out.

PM Modi in Varanasi: 'By 2022, every poor in urban and rural area will get a home'

September 23, 2017 1:51 pm

Addressing a gathering of farmers in Varanasi, PM Narendra Modi said cleanliness is a way to serve the poor of India. I was also happy to see that a lot of toilets have already been constructed in rural areas. Swachhata is a Puja for me."

PM Modi attends BHU's convocation ceremony

February 22, 2016 8:03 am

Varanasi, Feb 22 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the centenary convocation of the Banaras Hindu University (BHU) on Monday. The university celebrated its foundation day on February 13 and a number of events have been organised to mark the anniversary for the past many days. PM Modi also visited the Sant Ravi Das temple at Seer Govardhanpur area of Varanasi to offer prayers on the occasion of the 639th birth anniversary of the saint.

Security beefed up at Ardh Kumbh

January 21, 2016 5:46 am

Haridwar, Jan 21 (ANI): Security has been beefed up at the Ardh Kumbh Mela in Varanasi after four suspected terrorists who were allegedly planning to launch an attack at the mela were nabbed on Wednesday. Thousands of Hindu devotees are seen thronging banks of Ganga. The police are using latest technology and equipments to monitor the activities in Haridwar. Meanwhile, a suspicious bag has been found at Haridwar Railway Station gate and is being inspected by the police.

PM Modi to flag off new Varanasi-Delhi train on January 22

January 21, 2016 5:35 am

Varanasi, Jan 21 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the Mahamana Express, which will run triweekly from Varanasi to New Delhi, on January 22. PM Modi will flag off this train on his ground visit to Varanasi. Northern Railway Chief Area Manager Ravi P Chaturvedi said the train has all the modern facilities, including dustbins and bio-toilets in every coach. Besides, AC coaches are equipped with LED screen for passengers’ entertainment.

French tourist vows to clean Ganga

January 14, 2016 12:15 pm

Varanasi, Jan 14 (ANI): A French tourist is actively promoting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Clean Ganga' campaign in Uttar Pradesh, vowing to spread the message of keeping the holy river free from impurities in rural parts of the country. Krish, who came to India to take part in the 'Kumbh Mela' or 'Pitcher Festival' last year, was concerned on seeing the condition of the river considered holy by the Hindus. Inspired by the Clean Ganga campaign, Krish took the responsibility of cleaning the river in the 3,000-year-old riverside city of Varanasi. Krish says he will soon embark on an expedition from the holy town of Rishikesh to Kolkata city by boat in a bid to spread the message of keeping the river free from impurities.

Colourful kites hit markets ahead of Makar Sankranti festival

January 13, 2016 5:57 am

Varanasi, Jan 13 (ANI): Makar Sankranti is one of the most auspicious festivals celebrated with tartness on 14th January every year across India. It is also seen as the festival of kites. People across the city of Varanasi were seen quite enthusiastic about flying kites this Makar Sankranti. Kites of various colours, sizes and shapes ruled the market, with 'Modi kites' being the favourite for most of the kite lovers. The kite festival is also seen as a traditional celebration and keeping the Indian culture alive.