Varanasi

Discover a different side of Varanasi with 12 unforgettable experiences beyond temples and ghats. From sunrise rituals to silk weaving and hidden lanes, explore the city like a local.

Varanasi teaser: From Antarctica to Africa, says Rajamouli as Mahesh Babu rides a bull as Rudra

The buzz around SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi hit a new high when he unveiled the long-awaited teaser at a massive Ramoji Film City event. Around fifty thousand fans showed up, but entry was restricted to those holding special passport-style passes that instantly turned into prized collectibles.

Varanasi: Mahesh Babu plays Lord Rama, SS Rajamouli confirms at the GlobeTrotter event

Fans were buzzing after SS Rajamouli confirmed that Mahesh Babu will appear as Lord Rama in a key sequence of Varanasi, a major chapter of his ambitious Globetrotter project, sparking massive excitement.

Varanasi first look out: Mahesh Babu’s Trishul look stuns crowd

SS Rajamouli unveiled his Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra, and Prithviraj Sukumaran action epic titled Varanasi at a packed Ramoji Film City event, where thousands watched the title and motion posters light up giant screens.

Dev Deepawali 2025: Tourism, trade and faith boost Varanasi’s economy

With tourists pouring in from across India and abroad, Kashi’s economy is witnessing a festive boom — from packed hotels and skyrocketing boat rentals to brisk business in handicrafts, sweets, and flower markets.

Navratri 2025 in Varanasi: Most Famous Temples, Aarti and Travel Guide

Experience Navratri 2025 in Varanasi with nine Durga temples, mesmerizing Ganga Aarti, vibrant pandals, Ram Leela, and cultural festivities for a divine, unforgettable trip.

Bengaluru-Varanasi Air India Express passenger approached cockpit while looking for lavatory, says airline

The flight (Air India Express IX 1086) departed from Bengaluru airport’s Terminal 2 at 8am and landed in Varanasi at 10:27am.

Locked since Indira Gandhi's assassination, Varanasi temple-gurdwara site opens again

The reopening was conducted in the presence of members of the Shri Bade Hanuman Mandir Management Committee and the Varanasi Gurdwara Management Committee, with the main gate being unlocked under police supervision

Nine arrested in 19-year-old woman's gang-rape case in Varanasi

The accused had allegedly drugged the woman and took her to several hotels.

Rajnath Singh leaves for Varanasi by road as his chopper could not be refuelled in Jharhand's Garhwa

Garhwa SP Deepak Pandey told PTI that since the vehicle carrying fuel for the helicopter failed to reach, Singh decided to proceed to Varanasi by road.

PM Modi's First Post-Election Visit to Varanasi | Ganga Aarti & Kisan Samman Sammelan Highlights

Prime Minister Narendra Modi made his first post-2024 Lok Sabha elections visit to Varanasi, a significant moment in his schedule. Witness his participation in the spiritual 'Ganga Aarti' and a massive rally where he praised the blessings of 'Mata Ganga' and outlined his vision for a 'Viksit Bharat.' Key highlights include the 'Kisan Samman Sammelan,' where PM Modi announced a monumental Rs 20,000 crore release under the PM-KISAN scheme, benefiting millions of farmers nationwide. Stay tuned for insights into his impactful visit and its implications for India's future.

Preparations underway ahead of PM Modi's visit to Varanasi; artist creates sand art at Namo Ghat

PM is scheduled to travel to Varanasi on June 18, marking his first visit to the city since assuming office for the third consecutive term. An artist has created sand art of PM Modi at Namo Ghat ahead of his visit. Watch!

PM Modi to visit Varanasi on June 18

This would be Modi's first visit to his parliamentary constituency after taking oath as Prime Minister for the third time.

PM Modi wins from Varanasi for 3rd consecutive term, victory margin lowest

The victory margin of Modi this time is 1,52,513, which is less than his victory margins of 2019 and 2014.

How to plan a trip to the ancient holy city of Varanasi

Varanasi travel planner: Everything you need to know to embark on a spiritual voyage to the ancient holy city of Varanasi on the banks of the sacred Ganges, from Kashi Vishwanath Temple to the Banarasi silk saree weavers colony.

Varanasi: A foregone victory for PM Modi, focus shifts to margin

Uttar Pradesh Lok Sabha elections 2024: As electoral fervour intensifies, the BJP's unwavering commitment underscores its determination to secure a historic victory in Varanasi, setting the stage for a closely watched electoral battle.

Modi will not be PM after June 4: Rahul Gandhi

Voting will be held in Varanasi in the seventh and final phase of the Lok Sabha elections on June 1.

Varanasi UP Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Voting date, results, candidates, main parties, and schedule

In Varanasi UP Lok Sabha Election 2024, this constituency holds immense political significance and has been represented twice by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

PM Modi: INDIA Bloc is against women | Nari Shakti Samvad in Varanasi

Addressing the 'Nari Shakti Samvad' programme in Varanasi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi attacked the INDIA bloc and said that they opposed reservation for women and people of Varanasi are well aware of ‘jungle raj’. PM Modi said "INDI alliance opposes reservation for women. Wherever their government comes to power, the life of women becomes difficult.

Narendra Modi Nomination Highlights: Modi's legacy is the permanent homes for the poor, says PM

Narendra Modi in Varanasi Highlights: Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets NDA leaders including Union Ministers Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah, BJP national president JP Nadda, UP CM Yogi Adityanath, and others in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.

Kriti Sanon celebrates rich textile tradition of Kashi, dazzles in Manish Malhotra designed Red Banarasi silk lehenga, see pics

Bollywood stars Kriti Sanon and Ranveer Singh recently participated in a fashion show on a Ganga ghat in Varanasi, that was attended by foreign politicians. Kriti dazzled in a Manish Malhotra Red Banarasi silk lehenga, crafted by the Bunkar community, and complemented it with a golden dupatta and a traditional maang-tikka.

Ranveer Singh, Kriti Sanon walk the ramp for Manish Malhotra at Namo Ghats in Varanasi

Bollywood actors Ranveer Singh and Kriti Sanon were seen in ethnic wear, walking the ramp for designer Manish Malhotra. This fashion event was attended by politicians from more than 20 countries in attendance.

Ranveer Singh and Kriti Sanon offer prayers at Vishwanath temple in Varanasi

The visit to Varanasi wasn't just a spiritual journey for these Bollywood personalities but also a fusion of fashion and tradition. Designer Manish Malhotra also hosted a fashion show on the Namo Ghat, where Ranveer Singh and Kriti Sanon were featured as models.

Constituency watch: How PM Modi set the model for a temple economy with Varanasi

The Kashi Vishwanath corridor, with a slew of infrastructure projects, has transformed Varanasi’s economy, translating into higher earnings for artisans, boosting local businesses and the area’s handicraft economy

First Starbucks in Varanasi draws huge crowd: ‘Nobody will buy Rs 300 coffee?’

Starbucks in Varanasi: The first Starbucks store in Varanasi saw huge crowds after its inauguration on March 22, possibly silencing naysayers who said the coffee chain would not survive in smaller cities of India.