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Bhakt Narasimha Swami from South Africa arrives in Prayagraj for Maha Kumbh

Bhakt Narasimha Swami, a spiritual devotee from Johannesburg, South Africa, arrived in Prayagraj to participate in the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025.... read..

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MeitY leveraging BHASHINI and Sah'AI'yak: AI-powered, multilingual chatbot to assist visitors at Maha Kumbh 2025

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) is leveraging BHASHINI, a revolutionary initiative under the Digital India program, and Sah'AI'yak is an AI-powered, multilingual, voice-enabled chatbot designed to assist millions of visitors... read..

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Maha Kumbh: Over 3 million devotees take holy dip at Triveni Sangam until 6 pm on fourth day

More than 3 million devotees took part in the holy dip at Triveni Sangam on the fourth day of the Maha Kumbh in the holy city of Prayagraj.... read..

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Yogi Adityanath lauds ISRO team as two satellites dock successfully

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday extended his greetings to the team at the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for their success in the docking process of two satellites as part of the Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) projec... read..

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North Central Railway operates record 150 special trains for Maha Kumbh pilgrims

Northern Central Railway has created a new record by operating 150 special trains for pilgrims travelling to Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh Mela.... read..

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Mahakumbh 2025: Yogi Adityanath govt gears up for 'Amrit Snan on Mauni Amavasya'

After the successful completion of Paush Purnima and Makar Sankranti, the Yogi Adityanath government has now shifted its complete focus to the preparations for the Amrit Snan on Mauni Amavasya, scheduled for January 29, according to an official statement.... read..

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UP: 13 injured after boiler blast at manufacturing unit in Agra; 1 critical

As many as 13 people were injured after a boiler blast at a manufacturing unit of a bakery in the Hariparvat Pushp Vihar area of Agra on Thursday, said an official.... read..

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Maha Kumbh Goes Global: 21-member team from 10 countries visits Sangam in Prayagraj

The grand Maha Kumbh organised by the Uttar Pradesh government is now capturing global attention. As part of this, a 21-member delegation comprising representatives from 10 different countries visited the Sangam in Prayagraj on Thursday.... read..

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Mumbai becoming capital of crime, failure of BJP: Congress' Pramod Tiwari after attack on Saif Ali Khan

In the wake of the knife attack on Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan, Congress leader Pramod Tiwari hit out at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and said that this was failure of the state government and Mumbai was becoming capital of crime.... read..

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Shankar Mahadevan enthrall audience with 'Chalo Kumbh Chale' performance at Maha Kumbh soiree

A musical extravaganza celebrating India's rich spiritual and cultural heritage regaled devotees on Thursday evening as eminent playback singer and composer Shankar Mahadevan presented his soulful renditions steeped in the spirit of devotion at the Ganga ... read..

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Maha Kumbh Goes Global: 21-member team from 10 countries all set to take holy dip

The grand Maha Kumbh organised by the Uttar Pradesh government is now capturing global attention. As part of this, a 21-member delegation from 10 countries will take a sacred dip at the Sangam on Thursday.... read..

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"Great privilege": Singer Maithili Thakur opens up on performing at 'Maha Kumbh'

Indian classical and bhajan singer Maithili Thakur expressed her joy at performing at the Mahakumbh Mela, calling it "great privilege" and said it an honour to present bhajans on the special occasion of 'Maha Kumbh'.... read..

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Devotees take holy dip at Triveni Sangam on the fourth day of Maha Kumbh

Thousands of devotees took a holy dip at Triveni Sangam, a sacred confluence of rivers Ganga, Yamuna and 'mystical' Saraswati, here on Thursday morning, the fourth day of the 45-day-long Maha Kumbh.... read..

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"Fortunate": Shankar Mahadevan expresses excitement for his performance at Mahakumbh

Singer Shankar Mahadevan feels fortunate to receive an opportunity to perform live at Mahakumbh.... read..

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Army Chief reviews administrative preparations at Maha Kumbh 2025

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi visited Prayagraj on Thursday wherein he reviewed the administrative preparations carried out by the formation for the Maha Kumbh 2025.... read..

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Maha Kumbh: AI-powered lost and found centre established for devotees

In view of the massive influx of pilgrims attending Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, the administration has established an AI-based computerized lost and found centre.... read..

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"Is there any law and order or not in Mumbai?": Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Anand Dubey after attack on actor Saif Ali Khan

After an attack on Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan at his residence, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Anand Dubey on Thursday strongly condemned the incident, highlighting a series of recent attacks on high-profile individuals, including shootings outside Salman Khan... read..

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Spiritual leader Sadhguru calls Mahakumbh, "A Celebration of Liberation"

At Prayagraj's Mahakumbh 2025, Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev immersed himself in the holy dip, embracing the spiritual essence of the grand event.... read..

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Maha Kumbh: Over 2.5 million devotees take holy dip at Triveni Sangam on fourth day

More than 2.5 million devotees took part in the holy dip at Triveni Sangam, a sacred confluence of Rivers Ganga, Yamuna and 'mystical' Saraswati on Thursday evening, the fourth day of Maha Kumbh.... read..

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Prayagraj: 'Kaante Wale Baba' attracts eyeballs at Maha Kumbh as he lays down on thorns

As the Maha Kumbh begins in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj, the crowd at the holy Sangam keeps attracting eyeballs as seers and saints, with unique names, showcase their talents.... read..

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CM Yogi Adityanath applauds PM Modi's efforts to promote startup ecosystem in India

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday applauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's efforts to promote the startup ecosystem in the country by easing rules and regulations on the completion of nine years of the 'Startup India' initiative. Ta... read..

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Maha Kumbh 2025: Tejas aircraft emerges as new attraction, conveys message of 'self-reliance'

The 'Tejas Pandal' at the ongoing Mahakumbh 2025, which is inspired by the HAL Tejas aircraft of the Indian Air Force, has emerged as a special attraction capturing the attention of devotees in Prayagraj.... read..

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"I believe in Sanatan Dharma and became a sadhu" - Bhakti Narasimha Swami on Maha Kumbh 2025

Bhakti Narasimha Swami from Johannesburg, South Africa, has arrived in Prayagraj to take part in the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela, one of the largest religious gatherings in the world. Speaking about his journey, Bhakti Narasimha Swami shared how he transition... read..

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Maha Kumbh: Juna Akhara's devotion through bhajan, kirtan

At the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, seers and priests have gathered to offer devotion to God through bhajans. The event is attended by several spiritual leaders from across the country, each with their unique practices and traditions.... read..

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"Akhilesh Yadav should rise above factionalism, welcome people coming to Prayagraj": UP Dy CM Brajesh Pathak

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak slammed Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav over his recent statement on Mahakumbh and stressed that former chief minister should rise above factionalism and welcome people coming to Prayagraj.... read..

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Maha Kumbh 2025: Saints participate in grand procession to welcome Jagatguru Shankaracharya

A grand procession was carried out as part of the Maha Kumbh celebrations in Prayagraj today, marking the entry of Jagatguru Shankaracharya Dwarka Sharda Pithadhish Swami, Shri Sadananda Saraswati Ji Maharaj into the Shankaracharya camp.... read..

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Devotees continue to arrive at Triveni Sangam on third day of 45-Day Maha Kumbh Mela

Devotees continued to take holy dip at Triveni Sangam on the third day of the 45-day-long Maha Kumbh that began on January 13.... read..

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From IIT Bombay to Spiritual Heights: Baba Abhay Singh's journey of devotion, divine connection

In a world driven by choice and ambition, the journey of Baba Abhay Singh, a disciple of the Juna Akhada, stands as a testament to the deeper currents of life--those that do not seek to be chosen, but are drawn toward by an innate connection.... read..

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"Maha Kumbh greatest event on planet": Spiritual leader Sadhguru arrives in Prayagraj

Spiritual leader Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev on Wednesday said that the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj is the 'greatest event on the planet' and that he will be attending his third Purna Kumbh for a two-day visit.... read..

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Mahakumbh goes global: 21-member team from 10 countries to take holy dip on January 16

Mahakumbh 2025 is going global, with a 21-member delegation from 10 countries arriving in Prayagraj to experience the spiritual essence of the Sangam. They will take a sacred dip at the sacred Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers on Thursday, ... read..

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Don't fall for empty promises, cast votes after careful consideration: Mayawati urges Delhi Voters

Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati on Wednesday warned the voters of Delhi not to be swayed by the promises of Congress, BJP, and the Aam Aadmi Party and urged them to cast their votes after careful consideration... read..

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Mahakumbh: Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati performs hawan recalls first 'Amrit Snan' as "divine event"

Spiritual head of the Rishikesh-based Parmarth Niketan Ashram, Swami Chidanand Saraswati and Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati, along with other devotees, performed 'hawan' at the Paramarth Niketan Kumbh Mela Camp in Prayagraj on Wednesday.... read..

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21-member team from 10 countries arrives in Prayagraj; to take holy dip tomorrow

A 21 member-delegation from 10 countries on Wednesday evening arrived at Arail Tent City in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj. The delegation is scheduled to take a holy dip at Triveni Sangam tomorrow.... read..

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UP CM Yogi, SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav extend birthday greetings to BSP supremo Mayawati

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya, Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav and other BJP leaders extended heartfelt greetings to Bahujan Samaj Party supremo Mayawati on her birthday.... read..

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UP CM Yogi issues directives to accommodate 8-10 crore devotees expected on Mauni Amavasya

As part of the Maha Kumbh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath convened a high-level review meeting and stressed the importance of seamless arrangements to accommodate a massive turnout of devotees expected to visit the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj for the holy... read..

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Mahamandaleshwar Swami Rupendra Prakash Ji Maharaj endorses 'batenge toh katenge' in Maha Kumbh

Mahamandaleshwar Swami Rupendra Prakash Ji Maharaj on Tuesday endorsed Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's slogan 'batenge toh katenge,' (division is destruction) urging Hindus to remain united.... read..

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Maha Kumbh: Cleaning campaign started after Amrit Snan

After 'Paush Purnima' bathing ritual festival on the first day of Maha Kumbh and 'Makar Sankranti's Amrit Snan' on the second day, a large scale-cleanliness campaign has been started to clean the Sangam Ghat area.... read..

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Maha Kumbh: Naga Sadhus of Niranjani, Anand Akharas arrive for first 'Amrit Snan'

The Naga sadhus of the Niranjani and Anand Akharas arrived for 'Amrit Snan' at Maha Kumbh on the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti.... read..

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"Maha Kumbh is not an occasion for India, it is for the world!": Foreign devotees express zeal in Prayagraj

Prayagraj is seeing the fervour of devotees from across the world on the second day of the Maha Kumbh Mela. With over 10 million devotees having taken the holy dip so far as per the UP DGP, the place continues to see an evergrowing presence of pilgrims fr... read..

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Maha Kumbh: Over 35 million devotees taken holy dip at Sangam on Makar Sankranti

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday confirmed that more than 35 million devotees have taken a holy dip at Sangam in Prayagraj on the ocassion of Makar Sankranti.... read..

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"Fortunate to be part of this once in 144 years celebration": BJP leader Sadhvi Jyoti on Maha Kumbh

Highlighting the significance of this year's Maha Kumbh, former MP and the BJP leader Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti on Tuesday termed it a "once in 144 years celebration" and said that it is extremely fortunate to be able to be part of this grand event.... read..

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Devotees throng Prayagraj Maha Kumbh on Makar Sankranti, CM Yogi extends his best wishes

'Amrit Snan' in Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 concluded with spiritual celebration as over 35 million devotees performed the sacred Snan at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj on the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti.... read..

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Maha Kumbh 2025: Naga sadhus proceed towards Sangam for first Amrit Snan

Naga sadhus proceed towards the Sangam for the first Amrit Snan of Maha Kumbh 2025 on the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti and will be taking a holy dip shortly at the Triveni Sangam -- a sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna and 'mystical' Saraswa... read..

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Maha Kumbh:13.8 million devotees take dip in Sangam till 10.30 am on Makar Sankranti

13.8 million devotees have taken a holy dip in the Sangam here till 10.30 am on Tuesday during the first 'Amrit Snan' of Maha Kumbh 2025, according to the officials.... read..

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Seers and devotees gather at Triveni Sangam for Shahi Snan, advocate for peace

As festivities for the 2025 Maha Kumbh mela commence, seers like devotees take a dip in the holy confluence on the occasion of Makar Sankranti. Many Akharas headed by the seers lead their processions towards Triveni Sangam.... read..

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Laurene Powell, Steve Jobs's wife, joins Maha Kumbh festivities

As celebrations for the Maha Kumbh 2025 begin in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj, many personalities from across the globe have been flocking to the ghats in the city, taking a dip in the holy confluence (Sangam) of Ganga and Yamuna.... read..

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Maha Kumbh 2025: Swami Avdheshanand of Juna Akhara, proceeds for first Amrit Snan at Sangam

Acharya Mahamandaleshwar Swami Avdheshanand Giri Maharaj of Juna Akhara, on Tuesday was at the Sangam Ghat for the first Amrit Snan of Maha Kumbh 2025 on the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti and took the Holy Dip at the Triveni Sangam -- a sacred co... read..

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Maha Kumbh: Chidanand Saraswati calls for Akhand Bharat as he takes Holy Dip on Makar Sankranti

As the Maha Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj enters its second day on Tuesday saw a grand spectacle of Akharas taking part in the revered 'Amrit Snan', Chidanand Saraswati, the spiritual head of the Rishikesh-based Parmarth Niketan Ashram called for 'reunification... read..

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10 million devotees take dip in Sangam on 1st Amrit Snan of Maha Kumbh

As the first 'Amrit Snan' of Maha Kumbh 2025 is being performed on Makar Sankranti on Tuesday and several Akharas have reached the Sangam to take the holy bath, DGP Uttar Pradesh Prashant Kumar informed the total number of devotes who had taken dip in the... read..

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Yogmata Keiko Aikawa and devotees from across the world seek solace at Kumbh Mela

As the Maha Kumbh Mela continues with fervour and enthusiasm, the event is bringing into limelight seers and devotees from across the world who have come to India to participate in this once in a lifetime event.... read..

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Maha Kumbh: Swami Kailashanand Giri leads Niranjani Akhara as first 'Amrit Snan' begins

Spiritual leader Swami Kailashanand Giri on Tuesday led the processions of the Niranjani Akhara for the first Amrit Snan of Maha Kumbh on the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti.... read..

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