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'Threatened to fail her: Class 10 student raped for months by teacher in UP
In a shocking case reported, a teacher has been accused of repeatedly raping a Class 10 student over a span of four months. The alleged perpetrator, believed to be the son of the school's manager, is on the run. The case surfaced when the victim attempted suicide after an audio recording was circulated online.
IWAI chairman urges timely completion of Varanasi waterway projects
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Prabhas Spirit to be A-rated? Sandeep Reddy Vanga reveals key details
Sandeep Reddy Vanga has revealed major details about Spirit, confirming that Prabhas action thriller will have an intense, adult-oriented tone and is likely to receive an A certificate. The filmmaker also addressed speculation surrounding its potential clash with SS Rajamoulis Varanasi
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Ganga Aarti on the Thames: When an ancient Indian river ritual finds a new meaning in London
Highlights: Ganga Aarti comes to the Thames on 13 September in Greenwich. The ceremony is rooted in gratitude, prayer and reverence for nature. The Ganga and Thames connect heritage, memory and a sense of home. Thousands are expected to gather for the Ceremony of Light. The event brings an ancient tradition into a distinctly London setting. For generations, the Ganga has been much more than a river. She is revered as a mother, a source of life and a sacred presence, woven into Hindu traditions, pilgrimage, prayer and family memory. Along her banks, people gather to offer lamps, sing devotional songs and express gratitude for the river and the natural world. On Sunday 13 September, that ancient tradition will find a new setting on the banks of the Thames. At the historic Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich, thousands are expected to gather for Ganga Aarti on the Thames: A Ceremony of Light, presented by Chinmaya Mission UK in collaboration with Totally Thames. The event will be one of the largest Ganga Aarti ceremonies held in the UK. But the significance of the evening goes beyond the visual beauty of illuminated lamps beside the river. It raises a simple but profound question: What does it mean to honour the spirit of the Ganga beside the Thames? Why Ganga Aarti is performed Ganga Aarti is a traditional Hindu ceremony centred on the offering of light. During the ritual, large multi-tiered oil lamps are raised towards the river as prayers, music and chanting accompany the ceremony. The gesture is one of gratitude. The river is understood not merely as water flowing through a landscape, but as a giver of life. The ceremony acknowledges the forces of nature that sustain human existence and expresses reverence for something larger than the individual. The Ganga carries particular spiritual significance in Hinduism. She is associated with purity, renewal and the flow of life. For generations, her banks have been places of pilgrimage, worship, remembrance and celebration. Yet the central idea behind Ganga Aarti, gratitude towards nature, is not limited to one river or one country. That is what gives the Thames ceremony its meaning. When two rivers meet The Ganga and the Thames could hardly seem more different. One flows through the heart of the Indian subcontinent and has been central to Hindu civilisation for thousands of years. The other winds through London, passing historic landmarks and becoming part of the everyday landscape of one of the world's great cities. Yet rivers share something fundamental: they connect people to place. The Thames is part of London's identity. It has witnessed generations of migration, change and renewal. For many families living in Britain, the river has become part of the landscape of everyday lifejust as the Ganga remains embedded in memories of India. Bringing Ganga Aarti to the Thames therefore creates a meeting point between two worlds. It is not an attempt to recreate Varanasi or Haridwar in London. Nor is the Thames being presented as a replacement for the Ganga. Instead, the ceremony carries the idea behind Ganga Aarti to another river: that water, nature and the environment deserve gratitude and respect wherever we encounter them. That principle is reflected in an important detail of the event. Nothing from the ceremony will be placed into or released into the Thames. The lamps will be held ceremonially towards the river, allowing the ritual to take place without compromising the waterway. A living tradition in a London landscape The setting adds another layer to the ceremony. The Old Royal Naval College is one of London's most recognisable historic sites. Against its architecture and the Thames, the glow of traditional lamps will create a striking meeting of Indian heritage and British surroundings. There will also be cultural performances, live music and activities designed to explain the meaning of the Aarti before the main Ceremony of Light at 7:15 pm. The occasion forms part of global celebrations marking 75 years of Chinmaya Mission, honouring the work of its founder, Swami Chinmayananda. His teachings helped bring Vedantathe philosophical tradition of Hindu thoughtto audiences around the world. In that sense, the river becomes a fitting metaphor. Water flows across boundaries, just as ideas, traditions and stories travel from one generation and one country to another. As the lamps are raised towards the Thames at dusk, the ceremony will bring an ancient Indian tradition into a distinctly London setting. The Ganga will be present through its symbolism, memory and spiritual meaning. The Thames will be present as the river beside which the ceremony unfolds. And between them lies the heart of the evening: a reminder that traditions can travel without losing their meaning, and that gratitude for the natural world belongs wherever people gather beside a river.
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School Holiday Alert: Varanasi and Sonbhadra Schools Closed Today Due to Heavy Rain
Heavy rain has forced school closures in Varanasi and Sonbhadra today, August 25, 2026. Authorities have shut schools up to Class 8 for student safety. Check the latest updates on district-wise holiday orders and IMD weather warnings.
Mukul Agrawal portfolio stock Apollo Pipes zooms 163% from 52-week low
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Govt plans to award 11 airports in 5 bundles to pvt players under PPP model
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Govt Plans To Hand 11 Airports, Including Varanasi, Tirupati, To Private Players
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Youth jumps into Rapti, rescued by PAC flood relief team
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Rs 116.86 crore cyber scam unearthed in Varanasi, gang used 'XePay' for OTPs
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Odia Diaspora Meet Strengthens Odisha
The Odia Diaspora Meet, organised as part of Odisha Parab 2026 in Varanasi, brought together members of the Odia community, cultural personalities, professionals, academics and entrepreneurs to strengthen their cultural, social and economic connect with Odisha. The programme was attended by Odishas Deputy Chief Minister, Pravati Parida, as Chief Guest; Anil Rajbhar, Minister for Labour [] The post Odia Diaspora Meet Strengthens OdishaVaranasi Cultural Connect appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
S S Rajamouli Trusts Human Voices Over AI for Varanasi?
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Uttar Pradesh showcases historical tourism to Japanese delegation
The visiting delegation from Yamanashi Prefecture is on a five-city tour covering New Delhi, Agra, Lucknow, Greater Noida and Varanasi
Odisha Parab Inaugurated in Varanasi, Bringing Odisha
The ancient ghats of Varanasi witnessed a colourful cultural invasion today as Odisha Parab opened its doors at the Deendayal Hastkala Sankul Trade Facilitation Centre & Crafts Museum. For three days, the sacred city of Mahadev will resonate with the rhythms of Odissi, the intricate strokes of Pattachitra, the aroma of Dahibara Aloodum, and [] The post Odisha Parab Inaugurated in Varanasi, Bringing Odishas Faith, Culture, Cuisine and Crafts to the Sacred City appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
25 wanted criminals arrested in spl crackdown
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Tourism as Growth Engine: Odisha Dy CM at FHRAI
Odisha Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Agriculture and Energy, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, addressed the inaugural session of the 56th Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI) Annual Convention in Varanasi. Speaking on the convention theme, Ananta Kashi: Leading the Future of Tourism through Spirit, Culture, Cuisine, and Craft, Dy CM Singh [] The post Tourism as Growth Engine: Odisha Dy CM at FHRAI appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Varanasi, Guwahati, Patna Reel Under Floods
Heavy monsoon rains have triggered flooding across Varanasi, Guwahati, Patna, and Reasi, disrupting daily life and prompting rescue operations.
Satish Mahana Visits Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Enjoys Famous Kachori
Varanasi, August 22: Uttar Pradesh Assembly Speaker Satish Mahana conducted a formal prayer at the Kashi Vishwanath Temple on Saturday. After offering his respects at the temple, he toured the premises to review the arrangements. During his visit, he also savored the renowned kachori of Varanasi. In a conversation following his visit, Mahana expressed that ... Read more Satish Mahana Visits Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Enjoys Famous Kachori
Varanasi halts all boat services as Ganga river rises to 68.74 metres
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276 property owners pay over 39lakh in tax under OTS in three days
Min asks NHAI to keep eye on interests of locals in design of elevated road in Kashi
Odisha dy CM visits ISARC, reviews climate-resilient rice farming tech
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Goa minister pitches its spiritual, cultural legacy in Varanasi
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Major train accident averted in UP's Mahoba as Vande Bharat Express collides with a bull on track
A major train accident was narrowly averted in UPs Mahoba on Friday as the Vande Bharat Express (Train No. 26505), en route from Khajuraho to Varanasi, collided with a bull that suddenly strayed onto the tracks near the Kidari railway crossing. The impact of the accident damaged the front section of the train, forcing a brief halt. However, all passengers remained safe during the accident.
Dy CM KV Singh Deo Highlights Agri
Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, accompanied by MP Sangeeta Kumari Singh Deo and Nivritti Lakshyaraj Mewar, visited the International Rice Research Institutes regional centre (ISARC) in Varanasi on August 20, underscoring Odishas commitment to agricultural innovation and sustainable ricebased agrifood systems. During the visit, Singh Deo toured ISARCs advanced research facilities including [] The post Dy CM KV Singh Deo Highlights AgriInnovation During ISARC Visit appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
