Mahakumbh

This is PM Modi's first visit to Trinidad and Tobago as Prime Minister, and it marks the first bilateral visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the Caribbean nation since 1999.

In a first-of-its-kind survey, government to track how much India spends on travel

Transport as emerged as one of the highest expenditures incurred by Indian households, rising nearly two percentage points since 2011-12

Raveena Tandon and Rasha Thadani embrace simplicity in printed kurtas at Mahakumbh 2025

Rasha Thadani shared photos from her visit to the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 with her mother, Raveena Tandon. They took a holy dip at Triveni Sangam, performed rituals, and embraced simplicity in printed kurtas. Rasha wore multiple outfits and Raveena opted for traditional attire. They both chose a natural, makeup-free look.

India's peak power demand may hit 270 GW this summer: Minister for Power ML Khattar

Coal-fired power is going to continue to do the heavy lifting by meeting 70-74% of the peak demand this summer. Like last year, the government plans to use state-run gas-based plants too, for which it has issued a tender to procure 1,800 MW of gas-based power. Besides, coal stocks at thermal power plants are at 51 million tons that would last for more than 21 days.

Maha Kumbh showdown: CM Yogi says Sangam water fit for drinking, politics over stampede 'unfortunate'

CM Yogi’s statement comes a day after a report by the National Green Tribunal had highlighted alarming levels of total coliform and faecal bacteria at several Maha Kumbh locations.

3.5 lakh kg of bleaching powder, 1 crore litre of cleaning solution: How massive sanitation drive is keeping Maha Kumbh Mela clean

Private and government agencies have used over 1 crore litres of cleaning solutions for sanitation in the Mela region, including 1.5 lakh toilets.

Maha Kumbh 2025: Overcrowded Trains in Bihar as Passengers Smash Windows After Missing Train

Chaos erupted at Madhubani railway station in Bihar as frustrated devotees heading to Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh Vandalised the AC coaches of the Swatantrata Senani Express after being unable to board the already packed train. Videos of the incident have surfaced on social media, showing agitated passengers throwing stones at the train, shattering windows, and forcefully entering compartments. Eyewitnesses reported that the AC coaches were filled with devotees, preventing the doors from opening. As the crowd at the station swelled, some passengers attempted to board through windows, while others resorted to throwing stones and breaking the glass in anger.

President Droupadi Murmu Takes Holy Dip at Maha Kumbh, Offers Prayers at Sangam in Prayagraj

President Droupadi Murmu visited the Maha Kumbh Mela on Monday and took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam. After her dip, she performed puja, offered a coconut to River Ganga, and prayed to the Sun. While traveling to Sangam Ghat, CM Yogi Adityanath explained the distinct colours of the Yamuna and Ganga waters. She also fed grains to migratory Siberian birds. Murmu will offer prayers at Akshayavat and Bade Hanuman Temple. Governor Anandiben Patel and CM Adityanath welcomed her in Prayagraj. The Maha Kumbh, the world's largest spiritual gathering, runs from January 13 to February 26.

Religious tourism driving residential demand in religious cities, Prayagraj witnesses 28% surge

Big spiritual events like the Mahakumbh Mela that attract millions of visitors are also giving a boost to demand for homestays. Data from Magicbricks showed that cities of religious importance like Prayagraj have witnessed an annual 28 percent increase in buyer queries about residential real estate.

PM Modi takes holy dip at Triveni Sangam, offers prayers at Maha Kumbh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj on February 5, 2025, to take a holy dip at the Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati. He was accompanied by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The event, which began on January 13, 2025, and will continue until February 26, is the world's largest spiritual and cultural gathering, drawing devotees from around the world. This year's Maha Kumbh, held after 12 years, has already attracted over 38 crore pilgrims. Modi, committed to promoting India's spiritual heritage, has focused on enhancing infrastructure at pilgrimage sites. The festival also saw visits from several politicians, including Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, as well as high-profile international figures like Laurene Powell Jobs, Chris Martin, and Dakota Johnson. Modi offered prayers at the Sangam, chanting mantras while holding Rudraksha beads.

Maha Kumbh News Updates: UP CM Yogi Adityanath orders judicial probe into stampede, confirms loss of 30 lives

Maha Kumbh Mauni Amavasya Updates (January 29): The tragedy struck as thousands of devotees rushed past security barriers at Triveni Sangam to take a sacred dip on Mauni Amavasya

Maha Kumbh Stampede: Akhada Parishad cancels Mauni Amavasya's Shahi Snan, NSG reaches Prayagraj

As per the Uttar Pradesh government's estimate, 10 crore people are expected to visit Maha Kumbh mela today.

Mauni Amavasya Maha Kumbh Mela Travel Guide 2025: Ticket Booking, Stay Options, Bathing Ghats & Essential Tips

Mauni Amavasya Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 guide for Amrit Snan, special trains, accommodation options, key ghats, attractions and tips for a smooth spiritual journey.

UP: High-Tech kitchen at Mahakumbh serves one lakh devotees daily

Prayagraj's Mahakumbh is witnessing an influx of lakhs of devotees daily, drawn by faith and tradition. To accommodate the massive crowds, a high-tech kitchen has been established at Baba Satyapal Maharaj's pandal, ensuring seamless food preparation and distribution. Equipped with advanced machinery, the kitchen prepares chapatis, rice, vegetables, halwa, and puris on a large scale. The female administrator managing the setup shared that arrangements have been made for both food and lodging to serve the devotees efficiently. She added that meals for lakhs of devotees are prepared and served under one roof, fostering a communal and spiritual experience.Devotees expressed their delight with the food and the overall arrangements. Many referred to the meals as "prasad" rather than just food, emphasizing the spiritual significance of the offering.

A Maha Kumbh for startups, demand surges as devotion goes virtual

Tie-ups with akharas, astrologers performing rituals at Prayagraj, deep daan, pitru puja and more, devotees who can't be at the Maha Kumbh are taking the virtual route to the once-in-a-12-year event

Harry Potter's Daniel Radcliffe's lookalike enjoys Bhandara at Mahakumbh Mela, video goes viral

A viral video from the Mahakumbh Mela shows a man resembling actor Daniel Radcliffe, known for Harry Potter, enjoying a bhandara meal. Captured by a reporter, the lookalike humorously licks his plate, sparking laughter and amazement online as viewers are stunned by his striking resemblance to the famous actor.

Prayagraj Prepares for Mauni Amavasya: 150 special trains for Maha Kumbh pilgrims

Prayagraj prepares for Mauni Amavasya on January 29, 2025, with 150+ special trains running every 4 minutes to accommodate pilgrims for Maha Kumbh.

Mahakumbh 2025 sparks 21.4% surge in spiritual tourism visa applications: Report

Mahakumbh 2025 has sparked a 21.4% surge in spiritual tourism visa applications, with events like this attracting global travelers to India’s iconic spiritual destinations.

Viral IIT Baba At MahaKumbh: The Story of an Engineer Turned Spiritual Guru

The Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj has brought many spiritual figures into the limelight, but none as unique as ‘IIT Baba’ Abhey Singh. A former aerospace engineer, Abhey’s transformation from a prestigious academic career to a life of renunciation has captured national attention. However, his father, Karan Grewal, an advocate from Jhajjar, Haryana, expresses his heartfelt wish for his son to return home. His father’s words echo the universal longing for connection and closure: “Obviously, I want him to come home.” Watch here for more-

UP and Delhi are looking for helicopter rides, AP for tents and Kerala for next Kumbh: Google Trends

The searches from UP were also focused on Steve Jobs’ wife attending the Kumbh Mela, while the Delhi population wanted to know the temperature in Prayagraj.

FMCG giants capitalise on Mahakumbh 2025 with innovative activations to tap rural markets

Estimates by the Confederation of All India Traders suggest that the event is expected to generate trade worth approximately Rs 2,00,000 crore in the region.

Kumbh tourism has been doubling every six years: MC analysis

More foreign tourists too visit UP during the Kumbh years. In 2019, the state witnessed a jump in foreign tourist arrivals to 4.75 million, of which 1.2 million came to the Prayagraj region—a seven-old jump from the previous year.

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | The Mahakumbh: Plunge into prosperity

In Moneycontrol Pro Panorama January 13 edition: Trump era to usher in new 'might is right' mantra, railway stocks look for momentum in upcoming Budget, how to decode the industrial production data, disunity within RSS ranks, and more

Yogi Adityanath's stern 'denting, painting' warning over Waqf claims on Prayagraj Kumbh land

The Mahakumbh begins on January 13 and will conclude on February 26. There are reports that CM Yogi and his entire Cabinet will take a holy dip during the inauguration of the Mahakumbh.

Vishwa Hindu Parishad’s 1966 Mahakumbh at Prayagraj: A Hindutva milestone

RSSFACTS: The 1966 World Hindu Conference in Prayagraj, organised by VHP, gathered 25,000 delegates worldwide. It addressed global Hindu unity, cultural preservation, and peace, leaving a lasting impact on the Hindutva movement and strengthening VHP’s global influence