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Efforts on to identify 3 bodies found in Gandak

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 12:40 am

UP creating opportunities for youth beyond govt jobs: Yogi

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 12:39 am

FIR against teacher for raping Class 10 student for 4 months

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 12:38 am

BHU inks MoU for renovation of key facilities on campus

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 12:38 am

IWAI chief reviews key waterways projects in Kashi

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 12:36 am

Siddharth Nagar man swept away in Nepal river, body found

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 12:36 am

Health dept sounds swine flu alert

Guidelines Issued, Med Centres Prepared

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 12:34 am

Those threatening public security face jail or hell: Yogi

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 12:24 am

IWAI chairman urges timely completion of Varanasi waterway projects

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The News Mill 28 Aug 2026 9:32 pm

Woman kills two minor sons, attempts suicide in Ghazipur

The Times of India 28 Aug 2026 12:45 am

5-day spiritual tour to connect Kashi, Sangam and Ram Mandir

The Times of India 28 Aug 2026 12:42 am

Blind student found hanging in govt school

The Times of India 28 Aug 2026 12:41 am

Nepal flood raises Gandak level, high alert in two UP dists

The Times of India 28 Aug 2026 12:41 am

1,029 youths join Khelo India Yuva Samvad in Kashi

The Times of India 28 Aug 2026 12:37 am

Spirit has 37 days to roar before Varanasi; Sandeep Vanga says 'it'll be enough'

Spirit has days to roar before Varanasi Sandeep Vanga says itll be enough

India Today 27 Aug 2026 10:11 am

Varanasi ranks sixth in UP under Janani Suraksha Yojana

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 11:37 pm

Ambulance carrying 81 kg of cannabis seized; 1 held

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 11:36 pm

Farmer found dead near under-construction house

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 11:36 pm

DIG suspends five cops for laxity in robbery case

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 11:29 pm

10-year-old boy drowns in rainwater filled pit

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 11:27 pm

Man held for sharing CSAM online

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 11:26 pm

Enhanced Security Measures in Uttar Pradesh for Barawafat Celebrations

Lucknow, August 26: The atmosphere in Uttar Pradesh is vibrant as the festival of Barawafat, also known as Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi, approaches. A historic procession, Juloos-e-Madh-e-Sahaba, will take place in Lucknow on Wednesday, while the police have implemented strict security measures in Varanasi for the traditional parade. Maulana Khalid Rashid Firangi Mahali, Chairman of the Islamic Center ... Read more Enhanced Security Measures in Uttar Pradesh for Barawafat Celebrations

Morningstar 26 Aug 2026 12:19 pm

IIT (BHU) Varanasi Non-Faculty Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 55 Junior Engineer, Junior Technician and More Posts

Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi, has invited online applications for 55 posts across the Administrative, Technical, Library, Engineering, and Rajbhasha cadres. Applications must be submitted online via the SAMARTH Portal from 25 August 2026 to 24 September 2026, 5:00 PM, and the printed application with documents must additionally be sent by Speed Post to the Registrar, IIT (BHU), Varanasi.

FreeJobAlert 26 Aug 2026 11:55 am

PM to virtually address Khelo India Samvad on Aug 27

Dialogue Sesion With Youth On Sports, Nation Building

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 12:24 am

Criminal injured in police encounter, arrested

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 12:23 am

Clash outside school leaves 4 students injured

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 12:23 am

Ropeway project set for Nov completion

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 12:23 am

Couple killed as house wall collapses amid rain

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 12:20 am

CM Yogi to inaugurate Basharatpur Kalyan Mandapam on Aug 29

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 12:17 am

PM Modi to virtually interact with 8 lakh youths on Aug 27

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 12:16 am

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.

easterneye 25 Aug 2026 5:54 pm

Volley | Song - Nirantharam

Watch the song 'Nirantharam' from Telugu movie 'Volley' starring Ronith GRG, Nipun Satya and Abhignya Vuthaluru. 'Nirantharam' is performed by Bhairava 108 and music of the song is given by Auranova Studios. Lyrics of 'Volley' song 'Nirantharam' are written by Bhairava 108 and Auranova. Dilip K Manukonda directorial 'Volley' also stars Ravi Varma, Kalpalatha Garlapaati, Vadlamani Srinivas, Lakshman Meesala and Kiran Varanasi in pivotal roles. To know more about 'Nirantharam' song from Ronith GRG and Nipun Satya starrer 'Volley', watch the video.

The Times of India 25 Aug 2026 4:25 pm

Mukul Agrawal portfolio stock Apollo Pipes zooms 163% from 52-week low

Apollo Pipes management expects a strong recovery over the remainder of FY27E, supported by the Varanasi plant ramp-up, post-monsoon demand recovery and stabilisation in PVC resin price.

Business Standard 25 Aug 2026 1:35 pm

Govt plans to award 11 airports in 5 bundles to pvt players under PPP model

NEW DELHI, Aug 24: The government plans to award eleven airports, including those at Varanasi and Tirupati, to private players in five bundles under the public-private-partnership model. The civil aviation ministry has proposed the engagement of private partners for 11 airports, grouped into five bundles, with each bundle to be awarded to a single concessionaire, []

The Shillong Times 25 Aug 2026 6:16 am

Man killed as speeding bike hits pickup van

The Times of India 25 Aug 2026 12:56 am

Ravi Kishan conferred Sarvottam Nagrik Samman 2026

The Times of India 25 Aug 2026 12:52 am

Govt Plans To Hand 11 Airports, Including Varanasi, Tirupati, To Private Players

Airports to be leased for 50 years under PPP model in five bundles; estimated investment pegged at Rs 8,622 crore

Deccan Chronicle 24 Aug 2026 5:16 pm

Devotees Flood Temples on Last Monday of Sawan: Tight Security in Varanasi, Ujjain, and Puri

New Delhi, August 24: On the final Monday of the auspicious month of Sawan, temples across the country are witnessing an overwhelming influx of devotees. Worshippers are performing water rituals and prayers to seek a prosperous life from Lord Shiva. In light of the large crowds, stringent security measures have been implemented at the temples. ... Read more Devotees Flood Temples on Last Monday of Sawan: Tight Security in Varanasi, Ujjain, and Puri

Morningstar 24 Aug 2026 8:19 am

Youth jumps into Rapti, rescued by PAC flood relief team

The Times of India 24 Aug 2026 1:08 am

Woman, son killed in road accident cremated on same pyre

The Times of India 24 Aug 2026 12:15 am

Rs 116.86 crore cyber scam unearthed in Varanasi, gang used 'XePay' for OTPs

Rs crore cyber scam unearthed in Varanasi gang used XePay for OTPs

India Today 23 Aug 2026 9:48 pm

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 .

Pragativadi 23 Aug 2026 7:46 pm

S S Rajamouli Trusts Human Voices Over AI for Varanasi?

Rajamouli seems to believe that dubbing should not feel like a simple translation process. He is leaving no stone unturned to pay attention to minutest detail.

Deccan Chronicle 23 Aug 2026 2:17 pm

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 .

Pragativadi 22 Aug 2026 11:48 pm

25 wanted criminals arrested in spl crackdown

The Times of India 22 Aug 2026 11:16 pm

Seventh calf birth by surrogacy under FVAS project

The Times of India 22 Aug 2026 11:16 pm

Over 97% BHU UG seats filled

The Times of India 22 Aug 2026 11:15 pm

Decomposed body of missing teen found, 3 friends held

The Times of India 22 Aug 2026 11:15 pm

Ganga nears warning mark in Varanasi, all 86 ghats submerged

The Times of India 22 Aug 2026 11:14 pm

Kashi hosts Japan for industry, investment and cultural ties

The Times of India 22 Aug 2026 11:07 pm

Dist jail undertrial dies in hospital

The Times of India 22 Aug 2026 11:04 pm

3 workers die after inhaling toxic gas in well

The Times of India 22 Aug 2026 11:03 pm

AP Tourism Pavilion Opened At FHRAI Convention In Varanasi

The interactions at the AP Tourism Pavilion highlighted opportunities to promote the states tourism offerings: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 22 Aug 2026 8:42 pm

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 .

Pragativadi 22 Aug 2026 7:39 pm

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.

Rediff 22 Aug 2026 1:53 pm

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

Morningstar 22 Aug 2026 11:25 am

Varanasi halts all boat services as Ganga river rises to 68.74 metres

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The News Mill 22 Aug 2026 9:07 am

FHRAI holds 56th annual convention in Varanasi highlighting India

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The News Mill 22 Aug 2026 3:22 am