A massive resconstruction drive is ongoing at the historic Manikarnika Ghat, the holiest cremation ground in Varanasi, the city of Baba Vishwanath, Lord Shiva. This drive, related to the proposed ...

The rise in water level of the Ganga River has submerged all major ghats in Varanasi. The river is just a little below warning level, raising concerns in several low-lying areas. According to the ...

From the sacred cremation grounds of Varanasi to a growing scriptural debate — ‘Masane Ki Holi’ sees devotees play Holi with ...

New Delhi: Dev Diwali or Dev Deepawali is one of the spiritually uplifting festivals of India, celebrated by Hindus on the ghats of the holy city of Varanasi. Observed 15 days after Diwali, it marks ...

Varanasi: Ganga that flows northward to touch the feet of Lord Vishwanath in Kashi will now be worshipped at the doorstep of ...

Varanasi authorities are accelerating preparations for the Chhath festival, focusing on cleaning ghats, improving facilities, and ensuring crowd management. The NDRF has finalized plans to deploy ...

(MENAFN- IANS) Varanasi, Jan 14 (IANS) Varanasi's historic Manikarnika Ghat is undergoing extensive development work aimed at improving cremation management and public convenience. Amid the ongoing ...

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], August 5 (ANI) As monsoon rains lash several parts of the country, the water level of the Ganga River is on the rise, causing a flood-like situation near the ghats in ...

Varanasi becomes a deeply spiritual place during Maha Shivratri. The city's old ghats are filled with chants, glowing lamps, temple bells and large groups of devotees who come to honour Lord Shiva.