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Even After 258 Years, the Idol of Goddess Durga Has Not Been Immersed in Kashi.

Kashi, the city of religion, education, medicine, and spirituality, is associated with numerous achievements. These days, the sacred season of Sharadiya Navratri is underway. Varanasi is known for its unique celebration of Navratri. The ancient Durgabari in Madanpura holds immense significance in the city, with many stories associated with it. The 258-year-old clay idol of Goddess Durga is truly astonishing. Call it the craftsmanship of the arti…Religion · Varanasi Read Article

Siddhant Chaturvedi performs Ganga Aarti in Varanasi, calls himself “Chora Ganga Kinare Waala”

Siddhant Chaturvedi recently visited Varanasi, where he performed a special puja and took part in the sacred Ganga aarti at the iconic Dashashwamedh Ghat. The actor, who hails from Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, returned to his roots as he soaked in the spiritual aura of the holy city. Photo courtesy Siddhant team Sharing glimpses of his visit, Siddhant captioned the post: Chora Ganga kinare waala! Fetching content The visit comes at a milestone moment …Netflix · Varanasi Read Article

Rob Rinder reacts to 'terrifying' AI deepfake of him marrying Rylan

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Judge Rob Rinder has reacted to a “terrifying” AI deepfake of himself getting married to his friend and co-star Rylan Clark. The barrister and TV personality, 47, along with Rylan is currently fronting Rob and Rylan’s Passage to India. The series is a follow-up to the BAFTA-winning Rob and Rylan’s Grand Tour which saw the pair travel around Italy. The new series sees the pair travel to India to “discover how the country’s ancient wisdom, art and…Artificial Intelligence · Varanasi Read Article

India’s Lifeline the Ganga Is Drying up Fast

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The river basin sustained one of the world’s most densely populated regions for centuries. Now it is increasingly unable to replenish itself.Hungary · Hungary See the Story

Ancestral home of Olympic Gold Medallist & Padma Shri Mohd. Shahid demolished in Varanasi Road widening drive

On September 28, the Varanasi administration carried out the demolition of 13 houses under the Court Road to Sandha road widening project. Among them was the ancestral house of Padma Shri and hockey legend Mohammad Shahid. Despite requests from locals and family members to delay the action by a day, the demolition went ahead under heavy police presence. Bulldozers arrived early, and one by one, the structures came down. Shahid’s house — built in…Varanasi · Varanasi Read Article

Worshipping Mahishasur Mardini in Kashi temples.

Mahishasur Mardini appears in Kashi temples since 8th century. Rajeev Dikshit | TOI | Varanasi | Sep 28, 2025:: Kashi, one of the world's oldest cities, has preserved sculptures of Goddess Durga as ‘Mahishasur Mardini' since the 8th century. As devotees celebrate her triumph over the demon Mahishasura, TOI traces the oldest surviving image of…Varanasi · Varanasi Read Article

Siddhant Chaturvedi enjoys a meet cute with an admirer during his Varanasi visit

Mumbai, Sep 29 (IANS) Dealing with overenthusiastic admirers is a common part of any actor’s daily life, and Siddhant Chaturvedi also enjoyed a meet-cute with one of his fans during… Continue reading Siddhant Chaturvedi enjoys a meet cute with an admirer during his Varanasi visit The post Siddhant Chaturvedi enjoys a meet cute with an admirer during his Varanasi visit first appeared on Australia India News.Varanasi · Varanasi Read Article

UP: Durga Puja pandals in Varanasi painted in patriotic colours, BrahMos missiles dazzle

Varanasi, Sep 29 (IANS) Varanasi transforms into a mini West Bengal during Navratri, with the grandeur of Durga Puja pandals drawing crowds from across the city. The large and elaborately… Continue reading UP: Durga Puja pandals in Varanasi painted in patriotic colours, BrahMos missiles dazzle The post UP: Durga Puja pandals in Varanasi painted in patriotic colours, BrahMos missiles dazzle first appeared on Australia India News.Varanasi · Varanasi Read Article

Pollution strangles Ganga, India’s sacred lifeline

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Explore how pollution strangles Ganga, India’s sacred lifelinePollution · Varanasi Read Article

Hockey Legend Mohammed Shahid's House Demolished in Varanasi, Family Protests

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Mohammed Shahid's family protests house demolition in Varanasi road-widening drive, sparking outrage and political backlash.BJP · Varanasi See the Story

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Even After 258 Years, the Idol of Goddess Durga Has Not Been Immersed in Kashi.

Siddhant Chaturvedi performs Ganga Aarti in Varanasi, calls himself “Chora Ganga Kinare Waala”

Rob Rinder reacts to 'terrifying' AI deepfake of him marrying Rylan

India’s Lifeline the Ganga Is Drying up Fast

Ancestral home of Olympic Gold Medallist & Padma Shri Mohd. Shahid demolished in Varanasi Road widening drive

Worshipping Mahishasur Mardini in Kashi temples.

Siddhant Chaturvedi enjoys a meet cute with an admirer during his Varanasi visit

UP: Durga Puja pandals in Varanasi painted in patriotic colours, BrahMos missiles dazzle

Pollution strangles Ganga, India’s sacred lifeline

Hockey Legend Mohammed Shahid's House Demolished in Varanasi, Family Protests

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Even After 258 Years, the Idol of Goddess Durga Has Not Been Immersed in Kashi.

Siddhant Chaturvedi performs Ganga Aarti in Varanasi, calls himself “Chora Ganga Kinare Waala”

Rob Rinder reacts to 'terrifying' AI deepfake of him marrying Rylan

India’s Lifeline the Ganga Is Drying up Fast

Ancestral home of Olympic Gold Medallist & Padma Shri Mohd. Shahid demolished in Varanasi Road widening drive

Worshipping Mahishasur Mardini in Kashi temples.

Siddhant Chaturvedi enjoys a meet cute with an admirer during his Varanasi visit

UP: Durga Puja pandals in Varanasi painted in patriotic colours, BrahMos missiles dazzle

Pollution strangles Ganga, India’s sacred lifeline

Hockey Legend Mohammed Shahid's House Demolished in Varanasi, Family Protests