Varanasi

Varanasi residents perform 'aarti' of Russian President Vladimir Putin's photograph ahead of his India visit. Watch video

December 04, 2025 12:22 pm

Videos circulating on social media show the group marching through the streets, chanting slogans in support of Putin and PM Modi after the aarti ritual.

SS Rajamouli says a sequence of Varanasi is inspired by Ramayana: 'Mahesh Babu has charm of Krishna but calmness of Rama...'

November 16, 2025 12:10 pm

SS Rajamouli said he got goosebumps looking at Mahesh Babu dressed up as Lord Rama for the shoot of a key episode of their next fantasy film, Varanasi.

Railways preparing master plan to integrate development of Varanasi’s 3 key stations; targets 500 daily train departures

November 08, 2025 8:25 pm

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, who is in Varanasi for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s flagging off of four Vande Bharat trains, inspected several railway stations in the city after the inauguration ceremony.

Narendra Modi Varanasi Visit: PM Modi flags off 4 new Vande Bharat trains - Full list, routes

November 08, 2025 9:16 am

PM Modi New Vande Bharat launch: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has flagged off four new Vande Bharat Express trains today.

Varanasi-Khajuraho Vande Bharat train to run as 'unreserved' today - check inaugural run timing, stoppages

November 08, 2025 12:47 am

Banaras Khajuraho Vande Bharat train: During its commercial run, the Banaras to Khajuraho Vande Bharat Express will run as train number 26422/26421. The train will cover a distance of 443 km in 07:40 hrs.

Ghats to villages: UP tourism dept expands Dev Deepawali beyond Varanasi

November 05, 2025 5:58 pm

Events have been planned in villages such as Madhopur, Chandrawati, Umrah and Rahati and Chuitipara to give rural tourism a boost

‘Nothing but harassment’: Traders at Varanasi’s Dalmandi hit with fresh notices amid demolition drive

November 03, 2025 5:27 pm

Last week, demolition began at the historic market as part of a road-widening project where 186 buildings have been identified. The Electricity Department has now flagged outstanding dues of about Rs 5 crore and issued notices to 150 buildings.

‘Took a month to finish the sculpture’: In Varanasi, how artisans from 15 states created art from railway scrap

November 07, 2025 7:13 pm

The Varanasi Development Authority (VDA), tasked with installing these sculptures, has already placed 35 out of 72 planned artworks at prominent locations such as the railway station, airport, major crossings, and along highways.

Feeding stray animals in Varanasi? Littering or spitting can now earn you a penalty

November 01, 2025 8:28 am

Varanasi has introduced strict sanitation rules with fines up to Rs 5,000 for littering, spitting, and unhygienic practices to boost cleanliness in PM Modi’s constituency.

'Religion may face crises, but it's never permanent... Today, it has triumphed': Vice-President Radhakrishnan in Varanasi

November 01, 2025 11:38 am

The Vice-President inaugurated a modern dharamshala for the Shri Kashi Natukottai Institution in Varanasi and described the building as a symbol of religion’s resilience.

In pics: After Gyanvapi verdict, celebrations break out on streets of Varanasi

September 13, 2022 2:40 pm

Rain wreaks havoc, UP and Bihar reel under floodwaters

August 28, 2022 10:39 pm

PM Modi inaugurates Kashi Vishwanath Corridor

February 14, 2022 2:30 pm

The Rs 339-crore project, the foundation of which was laid by Modi on March 8, 2019, has been completed in less than three years as planned, despite the Covid pandemic.

Day before inauguration, Varanasi's Kashi Vishwanath corridor decks up to welcome PM Modi

February 14, 2022 2:31 pm

The gateways and other parts of the structure are built using traditional craftsmanship and 23 buildings are set to be inaugurated on Monday.

Dev Deepawali 2019: Devotees light earthen lamps in Varanasi

November 13, 2019 12:54 pm

Dev Deepawali is also called the 'Diwali of the Gods' as the Gods are believed to have descended on Earth to bathe in the Ganges on this day. This year it was celebrated on November 12.

Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor shoot for Brahmastra in Varanasi

June 04, 2019 9:51 am

A day after Modi's show of strength in mega roadshow, PM files nomination from Varanasi

April 26, 2019 6:50 pm

Senior leaders of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and the BJP by his side, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday filed his nomination from Uttar Pradesh’s Varanasi’s Lok Sabha constituency.

PM's show of strength in Varanasi: Thousands throng mega roadshow

April 26, 2019 6:40 am

Ahead of filing his nomination from Varanasi on Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a mega roadshow in the city today. The roadshow stretched over six kilometres from the Lanka area to Dashashwamedh Ghat via Godoliya.

From thandai to baati chokha: Popular street foods of Varanasi you must try

April 25, 2019 2:05 pm

Food is a important part of Varanasi's culture, and if you are visiting the holy city you are in for a gastronomic treat. Here are some of the best street foods that you can try out.

PM Modi in Varanasi: 'By 2022, every poor in urban and rural area will get a home'

September 23, 2017 1:51 pm

Addressing a gathering of farmers in Varanasi, PM Narendra Modi said cleanliness is a way to serve the poor of India. I was also happy to see that a lot of toilets have already been constructed in rural areas. Swachhata is a Puja for me."

PM Modi attends BHU's convocation ceremony

February 22, 2016 8:03 am

Varanasi, Feb 22 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the centenary convocation of the Banaras Hindu University (BHU) on Monday. The university celebrated its foundation day on February 13 and a number of events have been organised to mark the anniversary for the past many days. PM Modi also visited the Sant Ravi Das temple at Seer Govardhanpur area of Varanasi to offer prayers on the occasion of the 639th birth anniversary of the saint.

Security beefed up at Ardh Kumbh

January 21, 2016 5:46 am

Haridwar, Jan 21 (ANI): Security has been beefed up at the Ardh Kumbh Mela in Varanasi after four suspected terrorists who were allegedly planning to launch an attack at the mela were nabbed on Wednesday. Thousands of Hindu devotees are seen thronging banks of Ganga. The police are using latest technology and equipments to monitor the activities in Haridwar. Meanwhile, a suspicious bag has been found at Haridwar Railway Station gate and is being inspected by the police.

PM Modi to flag off new Varanasi-Delhi train on January 22

January 21, 2016 5:35 am

Varanasi, Jan 21 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the Mahamana Express, which will run triweekly from Varanasi to New Delhi, on January 22. PM Modi will flag off this train on his ground visit to Varanasi. Northern Railway Chief Area Manager Ravi P Chaturvedi said the train has all the modern facilities, including dustbins and bio-toilets in every coach. Besides, AC coaches are equipped with LED screen for passengers’ entertainment.

French tourist vows to clean Ganga

January 14, 2016 12:15 pm

Varanasi, Jan 14 (ANI): A French tourist is actively promoting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Clean Ganga' campaign in Uttar Pradesh, vowing to spread the message of keeping the holy river free from impurities in rural parts of the country. Krish, who came to India to take part in the 'Kumbh Mela' or 'Pitcher Festival' last year, was concerned on seeing the condition of the river considered holy by the Hindus. Inspired by the Clean Ganga campaign, Krish took the responsibility of cleaning the river in the 3,000-year-old riverside city of Varanasi. Krish says he will soon embark on an expedition from the holy town of Rishikesh to Kolkata city by boat in a bid to spread the message of keeping the river free from impurities.

Colourful kites hit markets ahead of Makar Sankranti festival

January 13, 2016 5:57 am

Varanasi, Jan 13 (ANI): Makar Sankranti is one of the most auspicious festivals celebrated with tartness on 14th January every year across India. It is also seen as the festival of kites. People across the city of Varanasi were seen quite enthusiastic about flying kites this Makar Sankranti. Kites of various colours, sizes and shapes ruled the market, with 'Modi kites' being the favourite for most of the kite lovers. The kite festival is also seen as a traditional celebration and keeping the Indian culture alive.