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This Indian state became Indias 'Most Visited State in 2025'; and heres why
Uttar Pradesh has been named India's most visited state in 2025, attracting 646.8 million domestic tourists. This surge, particularly driven by Gen Z travelers and solo adventurers, highlights the state's growing appeal for spirituality, history, and culture, with cities like Ayodhya, Varanasi, and Agra leading the way.
Nearly Rs 5 Lakh Crore Infrastructure Projects Rolled Out In Modi Governments Third Term: Vaishnaw
New Delhi, Dec 24: The Modi government has rolled out infrastructure projects worth nearly Rs 5 lakh crore during its third term, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Wednesday while briefing the media after a Cabinet meeting. The Minister shared details of major projects approved across airports, ports, highways and railways. According to Vaishnaw, the Cabinet approved airport development projects at Bagdogra, Bihta, Varanasi and Kota, involving a total investment of Rs 7,339 crore. He said the projects aim to [] The post Nearly Rs 5 Lakh Crore Infrastructure Projects Rolled Out In Modi Governments Third Term: Vaishnaw appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Prakash Raj Replaces Rajat Kapoor in SS Rajamoulis Varanasi?
The film is slated for a grand release in 2027 across multiple languages worldwide.
Prakash Raj wraps up a schedule of Rajamouli`s Varanasi
Prakash Raj took to his X to timeline express his joy at the kind of work he was able to deliver in this schedule of Varanasi. The film stars Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra in the lead
Photo exhibition on evolution of Indian knowledge system
App to help track live location of e-buses
Over 70,000 farmers received seed subsidy benefits in Gorakhpur
TB awareness session at girls college
Teacher booked for bid to molest girl
BHUs NCC Naval unit opens Kayak Club on Assi Ghat
Woman doused with petrol in immolation bid
Union agri min interacts with farmers at ICAR-IIVR event
Man hits wife with hot pan over delay in preparing roti
2 killed, 16 injured as fog triggers pile-up in Amethi
Dense fog led to a massive pile-up on the Lucknow-Varanasi National Highway in Amethi, claiming the lives of two truck drivers and injuring at least 16 others. The accident involved multiple trucks, a bus, and a car, causing significant traffic disruption.
Cough syrup racket: Varanasi police issue lookout circular against prime accused, three others
LUCKNOW: Varanasi Police has issued a lookout circular against Shubham Jaiswal, the prime accused in multi-crore codeine cough syrup case on Tuesday. Police also announced a reward of Rs 50,000 upon receiving information regarding the accused. According to Varanasi Police sources, lookout circulars were issued against three other accused including Divesh Jaiswal, Amit Jaiswal and Akash Pathak, all Shubham Jaiswals accomplices. Additionally, Varanasi Police Commissioner Mohit Agarwal said that a reward of Rs 50,000 has been announced for anyone providing information leading to Jaiswals arrest. As per the intelligence inputs, Jaiswal had fled the country and is suspected to be in Dubai. Sources claimed that the three other accusedAkash, Divesh and Amitwere entrusted with different responsibilities in running the racket of smuggling and illegal diversion of the syrup. While Akash was given the responsibility of taking care of the bank transactions of the rime accused, Divesh and Amit got the fake firms registered. A comprehensive verification exercise is also underway, wherein, the land records, building approvals and transaction histories associated with Jaiswal are under the scrutiny of the authorities concerned. Even the source of Jaiswals funds used to acquire assets are on the radar of probe agencies as they suspect that the proceeds may be linked to the racket. Responding to queries on whether properties worth Rs 40 crore linked to the accused had been identified in the city, Varanasi Police Commissioner said the verification process was on and that the value of the assets under scrutiny could increase as the investigation would progress. He did not rule out coercive action against the properties saying it would be initiated only after documentary evidence and ownership records were fully verified. Sources said that the police authorities had shared details of the properties with the registry office and the tehsil administration for the ownership verification and transaction records. While confirmations were received for some properties, verification in several others was pending, said the informed sources. The Varanasi Development Authority (VDA) has also been roped in, with officials asked to examine whether the construction of the identified properties conforms to the maps and approvals granted by the authority, sources added. As per the official information, in all 78 persons have been arrested so far across the state in connection with the cough syrup racket and action has been initiated against 134 firms. It may be recalled that in the wake of the magnitude of the racket spanning multiple districts of Uttar Pradesh and other states, a three-member Special Investigation Team (SIT), headed by an officer of Inspector General rank, was established by the UP government to oversee the probe into the illegal storage, sale and trafficking of codeine-based cough syrup and other narcotic medicines. According to an official, the SIT will also examine illegal financial transactions linked to the trafficking of codeine syrup, including diversion of consignments, inter-state syndicates and suspected money laundering. The team has further been tasked with initiating extradition proceedings against accused persons who have fled the country to evade arrest. Coldrif cough syrup racket rocks Uttar Pradesh Assembly; CM denies deaths due to fake medicine
Indigo cancels 50 flights at various airports on Tuesday
Mumbai: Domestic carrier IndiGo, which is being probed for massive operational disruption earlier this month, cancelled around 50 flights on Tuesday, according to the airlines website. The flights have been cancelled from across airports, including Mumbai, Delhi, Varanasi, Pune, Chandigarh, Amritsar, Indore, and Patna, among others. The airline, however, did not provide any reason for Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Mahesh Babu Learns Ancient Martial Art Kalaripayattu for SS Rajamoulis Varanasi
Kalaripayattu, an ancient Indian martial art originating in Kerala
2 criminalscarrying 25kreward held
Fake job racketbusted in Ballia,four arrested
Woman killed in coldblood, husband held
DM opens 1st commercial EV charging stn
Gita Press launches franchisemodel, opens outlet in Nepal
Day 1 of Khadi exhibition sees brisk sale of 18 lakh
Rly Boards EDCC inspects Banaras rly stn
Three suspected cow smugglers held in Deoria
Magh Mela: 336 buses to operate from Varanasi
Mathematics wizard Ramanujan remembered for his contribution
IMS-BHU conducts live hysteroscopy
ICAR-IIVR to celebrate Farmers Day today
Codeine syrup seized in UP; six held in separate operations in Etah, Mirzapur
ETAH:The Uttar Pradesh Police have intensified their crackdown on the alleged illegal trade, diversion and distribution of regulated codeine-based cough syrup, arresting six persons in separate operations in Etah and Mirzapur districts, officials said on Monday. The action comes as the probe widened into the alleged codiene syrup trafficking racket, suspected to be involved in illicit trade estimated to be worth hundreds of crores -- with links stretching across several states and possibly beyond international borders. In Etah, a joint team of the Agra anti-narcotics unit and Aliganj police recovered 47 cartons of codeine-based cough syrup, estimated to be worth around Rs 50 lakh, from a tobacco warehouse under Aliganj police station area limits Sunday night. Four persons, including a retired serviceman, were arrested on the spot, police said. According to police, the raid was carried out at a warehouse in Nagla Bani village following a tip-off. Preliminary investigation revealed that the seized cough syrup bore the name of a Baddi-based pharmaceutical company, 'Wings', but the batch numbers printed on the wrappers had been deliberately scratched off, indicating that the consignment was illegally manufactured. Yogis do namune jibe backfires as Akhilesh calls remark a BJP self-goal The arrested accused have been identified as Jitendra Yadav, Jitendra Shakya, Pramod Shakya and Punjab Singh, a retired soldier. Cases have been registered against them under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act and other relevant sections, and further investigation is underway, police said. Official sources said the Etah recovery is suspected to be linked to Varanasi-based drug trader, Shubham Jaiswal, who is allegedly associated with an international drug syndicate. A lookout circular has already been issued against him, while his father was arrested earlier from Kolkata. The main accused remains absconding, officials said. In a separate development, Mirzapur police arrested two more accused -- Ajit Yadav and Akshat Yadav -- in connection with a case of illegal supply of codeine-based cough syrup registered at Adalhat police station. The arrests were made on Sunday evening following sustained investigation of the suspects, police said. According to officials, the two accused had allegedly floated firms using forged Aadhaar cards and supplied cough syrup through fake documentation. During investigation, police found that transactions worth over Rs 1 crore had been routed through bank accounts opened in Varanasi in the name of the fake firms. Police said Akshat Yadav, proprietor of a firm named A K Distributors, was supplied around 36 litre of New Phensedyl cough syrup (100 ml bottles) from a trader based in Ranchi, Jharkhand. The firm was found to be non-functional on the ground, and records showed it had been opened only once or twice without carrying out any genuine pharmaceutical business. Further scrutiny revealed that the Aadhaar card used for obtaining the drug licence carried a Mirzapur address and was forged, while a different Aadhaar card with a Varanasi address was used for banking purposes, pointing to deliberate fabrication of documents, police said. The firm's bank account in Varanasi showed a turnover of around Rs 1.28 crore. The two accused have been booked under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the NDPS Act and sent to jail. Police said involvement of more suspects is likely and the investigation is ongoing. Officials said the recoveries and arrests form part of a broader state-wide investigation into the illegal diversion of codeine-based cough syrup, a regulated drug.
Priyanka Chopra Reveals Massive Budget for SS Rajamoulis Varanasi
Priyankas revelation has gone viral on social media, leaving everyone stunned by the scale of the production.
Uttar Pradesh: Police arrest 4 wanted members of fake trust gang in Ballia
Police in Ballia district have apprehended four individuals linked to a fake trust racket. Dilip Bharti, operating a fraudulent charitable organization, allegedly issued fake appointment letters for sweeper and supervisor positions to unemployed youth, collecting substantial sums. Following complaints and public outcry, authorities intervened, leading to the arrests and ongoing legal proceedings.
Priyanka Chopra is set to make a grand return to Indian cinema in SS Rajamouli's science fiction film 'Varanasi,' starring Mahesh Babu. Chopra confirmed the reported Rs 1300 crore budget for the ambitious project, which has generated significant buzz. Her recent on-set appearance in Hyderabad signals her active involvement in the highly anticipated film.
Gandhi Shilp Bazar showcases rich handicrafts of India
Participants convey message of Fit India at BLWs cycle rally
Smear microscopy misses many TB cases: Dr Mohanty
Chetna Training Centre celebrates its 29th anniversary at BLW
Police seize pickup with 10 cattle, but smugglers escape
UP crush Chhattisgarh in Divya Shakti Sugamya Bharat Trophy
NER DRM conducts surprise inspection at Varanasi-Bhatni rail section stations
Cow strays near CM Yogis vehicle
City to host media cricket from Dec 24
Varanasi Range Police have launched 'Police Satark Mitra', an advanced WhatsApp bot enabling citizens to anonymously report illegal activities. This technology-driven initiative ensures complete confidentiality, allowing residents to share crucial information via text, audio, photos, or videos directly to district SPs and the DIG for prompt action and feedback.
Is Varanasi Indias biggest film? Priyanka Chopra reacts on Kapil show
Hyderabad: Ace filmmaker SS Rajamouli is gearing up for his most ambitious project yet, titled Varanasi. The film has already become one of the most anticipated Indian movies even before its release. Featuring Mahesh Babu in the lead role, the film promises a grand global adventure mounted on an unprecedented scale. The recently released title Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Experience cultural unity: TN guv to Kashi students
Woman driven out of home after being forced to change caste
Slaughter house raided, one arrested
Declare Babu Jagat Singh Kothi national monument
Cattle bound for slaughter rescued, smuggler held
Man with stolen jewellery held after encounter in Sonbhadra
Rajbhasha shield to BLW for use of Hindi in office
Woman rescued by GRP delivers baby at dist hosp
Balakrishna Prays at Varanasi, Calls for Upholding Sanatana Dharma
Despite the mixed box-office outcome, Balakrishna expressed happiness over his visit to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple and remains confident that Akhanda 2 will stand as another milestone in his career.
Turtles seizedat DDU Jnin Chandauli
No one should sleep out in cold: Kashi DM
Man who raped minor held in Ballia
ICCRA-2025: Young researchers should pursue innovation rooted in Ayurveda
CM opens overbridge to ease traffic in Gkp
Students showcase cultural brilliance
Safety of devotees during New Yr, Khichdi Mela top priority
IIT-BHU gets honour for official language implementation
Flower show at BHU in memory of Malaviya from Dec 25
BHU hostel begins Bharat Vaibhav festival celebration
Cong protest extends to Gorakhpur
Congs protest call over EDaction leads to detentions
Delegation from Imphal visits ICAR-IIVR, discusses future collabs
Two cattle smugglers held in separate encounters
3 killed as van crashes into truck in dense fog on e-way
Neat and clean: Anupam Kher lauds Banaras rly stn
300 Kashi students depart for Tamil Nadu
VMC: No coercive action on places of worship over dues
Students gain knowledge of zoology, botany at BHU workshop
Gkp Mahotsavset to begin on Jan 11
IndiGo travel advisory for December 19
IndiGo has issued travel advisories for December 19, warning of potential flight delays in Varanasi and Delhi due to dense fog and low visibility. The airline is closely monitoring weather conditions, prioritizing passenger safety, and advises travelers to check flight status before heading to the airport. Operations are expected to improve as the morning progresses.
James Cameron to Rajamouli: Give Me a Camera
While promoting Avatar: Fire and Ash, Hollywood and Tollywoods top filmmakers connected virtually, with the conversation quickly turning to Rajamoulis Varanasi
UP: Man kills parents, chops bodies with saw, throws them into Gomti river; arrested
JAUNPUR: Police have arrested a man for allegedly killing his elderly parents over family disputes and disposing of their dismembered bodies in the Gomti river here, officials said on Thursday. The incident took place in Ahmadpur village under the Jafrabad police station area, they said. The police said the accused, Ambesh, killed his father, Shyam Bahadur (61) and mother Babita (58) following a dispute over money and family issues. City Superintendent of Police Ayush Srivastava said the accused first bludgeoned his mother with a pestle used for grinding spices on the night of December 8. When his father intervened and tried to call the police, he struck him on the head with the same object and later strangled him to death with a rope. Srivastava said the accused later cut the bodies into pieces using an iron rod-cutting saw, packed them into six plastic sacks and dumped them into the Gomti river using his car. Bahadur was a retired railway employee, the police said. According to the police, Ambesh initially misled his sisters by claiming that their parents had gone out on December 8. When the sisters insisted on approaching the police, he switched off his phone and travelled to Jaunpur railway station and ghats in Varanasi. On December 13, the sisters lodged a missing persons complaint for their parents and for Ambesh as well. The accused returned home on December 15 and later confessed to the crime to his sisters. Based on a complaint lodged by his sister Archana, police registered a case and arrested Ambesh on December 16. Station House Officer Shri Prakash Shukla said all incriminating materials were recovered, and the accused has been sent to jail.
A shocking incident unfolded in Jaunpur where a BTech graduate allegedly murdered his parents over a financial dispute. The accused, Ambesh Kumar, reportedly dismembered their bodies and disposed of the remains in the Gomti River. He then filed a missing persons report for his parents and later for himself, attempting to mislead authorities.
Respect for rivers, trees, sun transcends faiths: Hosabale
Varanasi Cantonment Board awarded for cleanliness
Thief, three cattle smugglers held in Chandauli, Mirzapur
Indias first hydrogen catamaran crashes into boat in Kashi
BLW dispatches sixth 3300 HP diesel-electric loco to Mozambique
Asst manager of bank ends life in Sonbhadra hotel room
Codeine scam: 1 more accused held
2 killed as car rams into building in Ballia
Uttar Pradesh: Varanasi becomes railway locomotive export hub
In a notable stride for India's manufacturing sector, Banaras Locomotive Works has dispatched its sixth diesel-electric locomotive to Mozambique. This accomplishment underscores India's ability to compete on the international stage, fulfilling an order of ten cutting-edge engines. Emphasizing comfort and efficiency, these locomotives embody the spirit of 'Make in India' and 'Make for the World'.
International conference on Information Retrieval Research Begins at IIT-BHU
The vibrant halls of IIT BHU Varanasi are buzzing with excitement as the 17th FIRE conference kicks off. This global gathering unites leading researchers and industry experts to dive into pressing themes such as multilingualism and the ethical dimensions of artificial intelligence. Attendees can look forward to engaging keynote speeches and cutting-edge paper presentations.
Ahead of Avatar Fire and Ash grand release, SS Rajamouli watched the latest Pandora adventure, and even interacted with director James Cameron.
