Prayagraj flood alert: 26 relief camps set up as twin rivers swell
Commuters trapped in massive jam on Phaphamau bridge
Raksha Bandhan free bus ride: 3.9L women travel in Prayagraj
NCR to develop modern goods sheds in Auraiya, Etawah
DM inspects Bakshi Bund STP and Nagvasuki road amid rising twin rivers
15 challaned for consuming liquor at public places
Two minor girls drown in Karnavati river in Prayagraj, three rescued
8 minors among 11 killed in illegally run firecracker unit blast in Kaushambi
At Least 5 Killed, Several Injured After Massive Blast At Firecracker Factory In UP
A powerful explosion at a firecracker manufacturing unit near the Kaushambi-Prayagraj border damaged nearby houses, prompting a major rescue operation.
Park Medi World board approves incorporation of SPV for Prayagraj hospital project
At meeting held on 31 August 2026
Firecracker factory blast in UP's Kaushambi leaves 24 injured, 15 feared trapped
A massive explosion at a firecracker factory in Kaushambi district injured about two dozen people. Approximately fifteen others were feared trapped inside the factory premises after the blast occurred. Fire brigade personnel brought the blaze under control and rescue operations were underway. Five seriously injured individuals were referred to SRN Hospital in Prayagraj for advanced treatment. The incident also damaged nearby structures, with several houses collapsing due to the explosion.
Explosion at Firecracker Factory in Kaushambi Claims Three Lives, Injures Five
New Delhi, August 31: A devastating explosion occurred at a firecracker factory in Kaushambi, Uttar Pradesh, on Monday, causing widespread panic. The incident took place near the Manouri market, close to the Kaushambi-Prayagraj border, where a sudden fire ignited a series of powerful blasts. The explosions were so intense that they damaged several nearby homes ... Read more Explosion at Firecracker Factory in Kaushambi Claims Three Lives, Injures Five
8 dead, several injured in blast at cracker manufacturing unit in UP
UP Board pushes APAAR IDs for students, stresses birth record verification
Crossing potholed roads a challenging task for commuters
Ganga bathes Lord Hanuman at Sangam as twin rivers rise, admin on alert
2 brothers arrested for doing dangerous stunt for birthday reel
Seven entrepreneurs of the city selected for UP International trade show
Woman tests H1N1 positive in Prayagraj, health dept steps up surveillance
VHP Gau Raksha wing demands national heritage status for cows
Man held for killing neighbour
Vice-President CP Radhakrishnan honours Prayagraj railway officer for social contributions
Rising Waters: Ganga Bathes Hanuman Idol Amid Flood Concerns in Prayagraj
Prayagraj, August 30: The rising water levels of the Ganga and Yamuna rivers have submerged several prominent ghats, including Dashashwamedh Ghat. Traffic in the Daraganj-Nagvasuki area has been affected. Currently, both rivers are flowing below the danger mark. On Sunday, the Ganga performed a ceremonial bath for the large Hanuman idol, accompanied by a grand ... Read more Rising Waters: Ganga Bathes Hanuman Idol Amid Flood Concerns in Prayagraj
Rising Ganges Water Reaches Hanuman Temple, Natural Abhishek of Lord Hanuman
Prayagraj, August 30: The water levels of the Ganges and Yamuna rivers continue to rise in Prayagraj, leading to increased flooding in the Sangam area. Amidst this rising water, the famous Hanuman Temple has seen Ganges water enter its sanctum sanctorum. This has resulted in a natural abhishek of Lord Hanuman by Mother Ganga. A ... Read more Rising Ganges Water Reaches Hanuman Temple, Natural Abhishek of Lord Hanuman
Noida workers protest: Allahabad HC grants bail to union member Himanshu Thakur
Naini Jail inmates celebrate rakshabandhan with families and staff
Only 20% work done on Naini Water Plant, commissioner seeks action against supervisors
Waterlogging woes: Prayagraj to get 7 km of new drains in worst-affected areas
74K police posts among over 1 lakh jobs likely by Dec
To ease overcrowding, Rlys to permanently increase coaches in mail, express trains
UPESSC may soon advertise over 4,500 teaching posts
Noida workers protest: HC grants bail to union member, cites absence of specific allegations
UP: Three-storey building collapses at Swaminarayan temple premises in Prayagraj
A three-storey building collapsed on the Swaminarayan temple premises in Prayagraj on Friday night. No casualties were reported as the building had been closed for about a week. Temple authorities believe water from a nearby construction pit weakened the structure's foundation. The building, which had developed cracks, contained twelve rooms before its collapse. Investigations into the incident are expected to follow the structural failure.
Cleanliness Workers in Prayagraj Disagree with Rahul Gandhis Statement on Discrimination
Prayagraj, August 29: Cleanliness workers in Prayagraj have expressed disagreement with Congress leader Rahul Gandhis remarks regarding discrimination against the Dalit community. They assert that discrimination no longer exists. In conversations with local media, these workers claimed that Rahul Gandhi is unaware of the ground realities. They stated that there is no discrimination faced by ... Read more Cleanliness Workers in Prayagraj Disagree with Rahul Gandhis Statement on Discrimination
Ganga's Microbial Secrets: A New Perspective On Triveni Sangam
A new book, The River That Remembers: Microbial Intelligence of Nature by Padma Shri awardee Ajai Kumar Sonkar, claims that the Triveni Sangam at Prayagraj is a unique viral-bacterial laboratory. It suggests that the sacred dips taken by devotees lead to an intense microbial exchange, accelerating phage evolution, especially during events like Kumbh Mela, as diverse human microbiota interact with the river's existing microbiome.
Preparations Intensify in Prayagraj to Combat Dengue, Malaria, and Swine Flu
Prayagraj, August 29: The district administration and health department in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, have ramped up preparations to tackle seasonal infections such as dengue, malaria, and swine flu. Dr. Mansoor Ahmed, a senior physician at Tej Bahadur Sapru Hospital, stated that necessary arrangements for patient testing and treatment have been made. Separate wards, medications, and ... Read more Preparations Intensify in Prayagraj to Combat Dengue, Malaria, and Swine Flu
Three-storey building collapses at Swaminarayan temple premises in Prayagraj
Swaminarayan temple 'kothari', Kamlesh Bhagat, stated that a construction project was under way behind the collapsed structure, and a pit dug for this purpose had been filled with water for an extended period
Asaduddin Owaisi Criticises Allahabad HC Hijab Ruling, Questions Courts Religious Authority
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi criticised the Allahabad High Courts dismissal of a minor students plea seeking permission to wear a hijab with her prescribed school uniform in Prayagraj. He also questioned the courts authority to decide what is essential to a religion.
Jhooth Ki Goonj: Website Seeks To Fact-Check Rahul's Student Outreach Claims
A new website seeks to fact-check claims made by Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi during his student outreach campaign 'Chhatro Ki Goonj' over the past few months. Named 'Jhooth Ki Goonj' and reportedly built by a Gen Z creator, the website claims that out of the 40 statements made by Gandhi at his four events, 29 were false and 11 were misleading. Neither Congress nor Gandhi has responded to the allegations. Gandhi had made the claims covering government jobs, unemployment, education, and rape cases in Dehradun, Kota, Prayagraj, and Pune between June 17 and August 22. Using an interactive map, the website shows the number of claims made in these four cities.
Faith tour to Kashi, Prayagraj, Ayodhya
Few takers of Gold and silver rakhis
60cr of Kisan Sammelan Nidhi embezzled in Pratapgarh
HC: Father cannot be denied custody of minor daughter unless proven unfit
Three-day Opportunity Open Source conference begins at IIT-A
Four held for bid to extort money from cattle trader
HC orders probe into salary paid to life convict teacher after bail
No Eclipse on Raksha Bandhan: Essential Rituals Before Tying the Rakhi
Prayagraj, August 27: Raksha Bandhan is a celebration of the unbreakable bond between brothers and sisters. On this day, sisters tie a protective thread, or Rakhi, around their brothers wrists, symbolizing their love and the brothers promise to protect them. This year, excitement for Raksha Bandhan is palpable, but it is also important to consider ... Read more No Eclipse on Raksha Bandhan: Essential Rituals Before Tying the Rakhi
No Eclipse Shadow on Raksha Bandhan: Essential Tips Before Tying Rakhi
Prayagraj, August 27: Raksha Bandhan is a festival symbolizing the unbreakable bond of love, affection, and protection between brothers and sisters. On this day, sisters tie a protective thread on their brothers wrists, ensuring they stand as their shield. This year, excitement is high among people for Raksha Bandhan, which falls on August 28. However, ... Read more No Eclipse Shadow on Raksha Bandhan: Essential Tips Before Tying Rakhi
A minor student from a private CBSE school in Prayagraj moved the Allahabad High Court through her mother, asking the court to issue a direction to the school authorities to permit her to wear a headscarf in addition to the uniform prescribed by the school
Raksha Bandhan Festivities Bring Vibrancy to Prayagraj Markets
Prayagraj, August 27: The sacred festival of Raksha Bandhan, symbolizing the bond between brothers and sisters, is approaching, and the markets in Prayagraj are bustling with activity. Colorful and uniquely designed rakhi stalls have emerged across various marketplaces, attracting numerous customers. There is a noticeable excitement among women, with crowds flocking to rakhi shops since ... Read more Raksha Bandhan Festivities Bring Vibrancy to Prayagraj Markets
After Kaushambi woman tests positive for swine flu, Prayagraj health dept steps up vigil
Stone carving quality on Bade Hanuman temple corridor pillars under scrutiny, contractor pulled up
From traditional to trendy: Rakhi markets bustle despite price rise
Seers launch outreach to explain Manusmriti after Rahuls comments
'Hijab On Heads, Not Minds': Owaisi Calls Allahabad High Court Ruling 'Attack On Islam'
AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi has criticised the Allahabad High Courts dismissal of a minor students petition seeking permission to wear a hijab with her prescribed school uniform in Prayagraj. Calling the ruling an attack on Islam, Owaisi said he disagreed with the judgment and questioned the courts authority to decide what is essential to Islam. He argued that the ruling violates constitutional protections under Articles 25 and 19. The remarks came after a division bench dismissed the students plea challenging the schools refusal to allow her to wear a scarf over her uniform. The court said she had not established that wearing the scarf was an essential religious practice and upheld the schools uniform and discipline policy.
Park Medi World to set up 550-bed speciality hospital in Prayagraj
Under PPP model
Ganga Expressway to Haridwar: UPs longest Ganga Expressway (594 km, Meerut to Prayagraj) will now be extended to Haridwar. The total length of its extension will be 130 km (100 km in UP and 30 km in Uttarakhand). This project will cost 10,761 crore, which will be entirely borne by the state government. Ganga Expressway [] The post Ganga Expressway to Haridwar: Ganga Expressway to be built from Prayagraj to Haridwar! UP Cabinet approves 10,761 crore scheme first appeared on informalnewz .
Cattle smuggler injured, held with son after encounter
Prayagraj tops in enrolling new families under 'Family Saturation Campaign'
Four robbers held in Pratapgarh, weapons seized
Congress protests waterlogging, demands action by civic body
Ganga, Yamuna continue to recede, residents opt for wait & watch policy
North lane on Shastri Bridge opens for light vehicles
Ensure permanent drainage system, not temporary fixes: Divisional Commissioner
Three held for covering railway signal to target passengers in Prayagraj
HC flags corruption concerns in UP basic education dept
After Gen Alpha protest, HC directs UP forest dept to expedite NOC for Hamirpur school road
IIIT-A, MNNIT scientists develop silver nanoparticles medication to dress wounds
NCR to develop Kaushambis Athsarai station as farm freight hub
HC rejects UP student's hijab plea, upholds school dress code
The Allahabad high court has dismissed a petition filed by a minor student of a school in Prayagraj. The petitioner had sought permission to wear a hijab additionally along with the prescribed school dress code while attending classes.
Allahabad High Court Turns Down Prayagraj Muslim Student's Plea To Wear Hijab With Uniform
Hijab is integral to Islam: Clerics hit back after Allahabad HC order
Islamic Centre of India Chairman Maulana Khalid Rasheed on Tuesday criticised the Allahabad High Court's order, dismissing a petition filed by a minor student of a school in Prayagraj, who had sought permission to wear a Hijab additionally along with the prescribed school dress code.
'No religious basis': Allahabad HC junks girl's plea for allowing hijab in school
HC rejects Atiq sons bail plea in extortion case
No basis to establish headscarf as essential religious practice, says HC
Dismisses Plea Of Class XI Prayagraj Student
Massive faith surge: 2.5L devotees at Mankameshwar Temple on last Shrawan Somvar
IIIT-A scales 5-yr high with Rs 1.58cr top package, 96% UG placements
Flood fear eases as Ganga, Yamuna recede; authorities maintain vigil
FIR against teen dance teacher for outraging 3-yr-olds modesty
UPSRTC plans double-decker e-bus routes linking railway stations, key areas
Prayagraj Junction completes new RMS bldg ahead of Magh Mela
Officers face action over mismanagement at cow shelter
Waterlogging persists for week at CMP College; students, teachers protest
HC defers hearing on Gyanvapi wazukhana survey plea till Oct 6
Allahabad HC rejects Atiq Ahmed's eldest son Mohammad Umar's bail plea
The Allahabad High Court denied bail to Mohammad Umar, the eldest son of Atiq Ahmed, who is under serious allegations of extortion and threats stemming from a case filed in the previous year. Presently, he remains incarcerated in Lucknow jail. Meanwhile, his sibling Ali has been granted temporary parole for a burial, as the Atiq Ahmed family grapples with devastating losses since 2023.
Govt bets on Date Palm to help farmers beat arid weather
Mahakumbh 2025: A model transformation of Prayagraj
Man run over by unidentified vehicle on Varanasi-Prayagraj NH
