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New flights launched to keep Maha Kumbh airfares in check, says govt

With additions, Prayagraj is now directly connected to 17 cities, including new destinations like Srinagar and Visakhapatnam, with indirect connectivity to 26 cities nationwide

Maha Kumbh 2025: Remo D'Souza 'secretly' takes a holy dip, video goes viral

According to reports, choreographer Remo D'souza went to Maha Kumbh "in disguise" to take a dip in the sacred Sangam. On Sunday, a video of D'Souza wearing black attire went viral

VHP flags 'sky-high' fare for Prayagraj flights, seeks govt intervention

The Vishva Hindu Parishad on Monday claimed devotees were facing "serious inconveniences" in visiting the Maha Kumbh Mela due to the "exorbitant hike" in fares for flights to Prayagraj by some airlines and urged the government to take immediate steps to address the issue. Raising the issue, VHP national spokesperson Vinod Bansal said while the Uttar Pradesh government is taking full care of providing security and facilities to the devotees, many religious, social and philanthropic organisations, as well as people, are engaged in selfless service for the convenience of the devotees visiting at Kumbh Mela. "But, some airline companies are resorting to an exorbitant hike in airfare taking unfair advantage of the increasing number of passengers. They have increased their economy class fares by 200 per cent to 700 per cent due to which the devotees visiting Maha Kumbh and returning from there are facing serious inconveniences," he said in a statement Bansal noted that the Indian Railways

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Fire breaks out in parked vehicles near Mahakumbh Mela; no injuries

The fire is believed to have been triggered by extreme heat due to the large number of vehicles parked for the ongoing Mahakumbh Mela

Isro releases satellite images of Maha Kumbh Mela tent city, Sangam

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Wednesday released before and after satellite images of the tent city here giving an insight into the grandeur of the Maha Kumbh which is drawing crores of people from across the world to take a holy dip at the Sangam. Maha Kumbh, a mega-religious event organised every 12 years, is being held in Prayagraj from January 13 and will continue for 45 days till February 26. More than eight crore pilgrims have taken a holy dip at the Sangam so far. "Time series images (15 Sep 2023 & 29 Dec 2024) of EOS-04 (RISAT-1A) 'C' band microwave satellite, with its all-weather capability and fine resolution (FRS-1, 2.25m), provides unique insights on details of the Tent City (Layout of Structures and Roads) along with its network of pontoon bridges and supporting infrastructure, set up for the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025," ISRO said in a statement. The time series images captured by the satellites show the construction of Shivalay Park, the India-shaped ...

Watch: Drone captures surreal night view of Maha Kumbh 2025

Watch the surreal night view of the Maha Kumbh, as seen from the air. The drone captures the Sangam and Mela area in a whole new avatar.

UP Cabinet meets in Maha Kumbh Mela area, approves key projects, policies

The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet met in the Maha Kumbh Mela area on Wednesday following which Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced several key decisions on development projects and policy changes aimed at boosting the state's growth. Addressing the media, the CM highlighted the wide range of topics discussed at the meeting, including the development of Uttar Pradesh, policy matters, and specific issues related to Prayagraj. One of the major announcements was related to the state's aerospace and defense policies. The CM said the aerospace and defense policy, initially implemented in 2018, has completed five years and will now be revamped. "The revised policy will include new incentives to attract large investments into the sector," Adityanath announced. The cabinet also discussed the distribution of incentives under the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Fortune 500 investments made in Uttar Pradesh. "New investment proposals were presented, and Letters of Intent (LOIs) will be issue

From Sudha Murthy to Anupam Kher, celebs who attended Maha Kumbh 2025

Maha Kumbh is one of the biggest and most popular religious congregations in the world, held every 12 years in India. Here is a list of notable personalities who attended the Maha Kumbh 2025

Corporates set aside Rs 5,000 crore for CSR, branding at Maha Kumbh

The Maha Kumbh is expected to welcome more than 400 million pilgrims and offers "an expansive platform to companies for branding and promotional activities

Will increase investment in UP: Adani after participating in Maha Kumbh

Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group, visited the Maha Kumbh on Tuesday along with his wife Preeti Adani and said that his group is committed to increasing investment in Uttar Pradesh. "There are immense opportunities in Uttar Pradesh, and the state government is working in the right direction for development. The Adani Group will continue to contribute to this progress. We are committed to making further investments in Uttar Pradesh," he told the media. About his experience at the Maha Kumbh, he said, "I would like to thank Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, on behalf of the citizens of the country, for the grandeur and the arrangements here." He further added, "Millions of people come to this fair, and the cleanliness and other arrangements here are a subject of study for management institutes and corporate houses. It has been an amazing experience to be here." An official from the company informed that Gautam Adani along with his wife and Adani

Harry Potter spotted at Mahakumbh? Viral video confuses the internet

Everyone's attention has been drawn to a viral Instagram video depicting a foreigner enjoying prasad at Prayagraj's Mahakumbh 2025. Netizens went crazy with his remarkable resemblance to Harry Potter

Kumbh Mela: 'Lost and found' centres reuniting children with their families

AI-powered 'Lost and Found' centres at the Maha Kumbh Mela, the world's largest religious gathering, are demonstrating their efficiency by reuniting individuals, especially children, with their families. The centre, also known as 'Khoya- Paaya Kendra', in Sector 4 of the fair ground recently reunited two missing children with their families using state-of-the-art technology, an official statement issued here said on Monday. The two children, seven-year-old Dharamjeet and six-year-old Vikas Kumar, were found by the police in different areas of the Mela on January 15 and brought to the centre. Their pictures were displayed on digital platforms and TV screens in the fair area to ensure that the information reached their families quickly, the statement said. Upon receiving the information, the families arrived at the centre. After completing the identification process, the children were handed over to their respective families. Both the children, residents of Chainpur, were brought to

Ola offers digital, green mobility experience for visitors at Maha Kumbh

Ride-hailing to electric mobility player Ola Group on Monday said it is offering digital and green mobility experience to millions of devotees attending the Maha Kumbh. By leveraging its comprehensive ecosystem -- Ola Electric and Ola Consumer, the group aims to offer pilgrims a seamless, sustainable, and connected experience by integrating AI, green mobility, and enhanced options for travel during the Maha Kumbh Mela, it said in a statement. Ola Founder Bhavish Aggarwal said Maha Kumbh 2025 is a reflection of India's rich traditions and aspirations for a tech-driven future. "We truly believe that the strategic intersection of AI, green mobility, and digital-first solutions will enhance the Maha Kumbh experience for millions of devotees. Our partnership with Maha Kumbh exemplifies how innovation and collaboration can enable efficient management of large gatherings with smart and sustainable solutions," he added. "We look forward to such partnerships going forward and remain committ

Maha Kumbh to generate 1.2 mn gig jobs across sectors: NLB Services

The ongoing Maha Kumbh, which commenced on January 13 and will conclude on February 26, is expected to generate 12 lakh gig and temporary jobs across various sectors, NLB Services CEO Sachin Alug on Monday. The observations by global technology and digital talent solutions provider NLB Services are based on internal data analysis and industry reports. The Uttar Pradesh government expects to host 400 million devotees. This historic congregation is emerging as a powerhouse for economic growth and temporary employment, he said. The economic ripple effect of the Maha Kumbh extends across multiple sectors, including infrastructure development, event management, security services, local trade, tourism, entertainment, and horticulture, fostering growth in both traditional and modern business segments, Alug added. In the tourism and hospitality industry alone, approximately 4.5 lakh jobs are anticipated, including roles such as hotel staff, tour guides, porters, travel consultants, and eve

Maha Kumbh 2025: Why did Juna Akhara expel Abhay Singh aka IIT Baba?

Juna Akhara expelled Abhay Singh or IIT Baba at Maha Kumbh for violating the sacred guru-shishya (master-disciple) tradition

Maha Kumbh 2025: FSSAI deploys mobile food testing labs to ensure safe food

In collaboration with the Food Safety and Drug Administration of Uttar Pradesh, FSSAI has stationed 10 Mobile Food Testing Labs and food analysts across the Maha Kumbh area

Banks, fintechs embark on profitable pilgrimage at Maha Kumbh Mela

Amid a crisis in deposits, banks hope to leverage the biz opportunities, with state govt projections estimating that event could generate Rs 25,000 cr in revenue and a Rs 2 trillion economic spinoff

President, PM, Vice President, Home Minister may attend Maha Kumbh: UP CM

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday said President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah are also likely to attend the Maha Kumbh Mela. Addressing a press conference in Prayagraj after reviewing the preparations for Mauni Amavasya, Adityanath informed that programmes of the president, vice president, prime minister and home minister are also planned at the Maha Kumbh. Former president Ram Nath Kovind is currently involved with the Maha Kumbh's organisation, he said. Adityanath said he was unable to take a holy dip at the Sangam on Makar Sankranti and Paush Purnima, as he had chosen to restrict himself for the convenience of seers and devotees. "A large number of devotees are arriving at the Maha Kumbh from across the country and abroad. Many foreign devotees were deeply moved after taking a holy dip at the Sangam," the chief minister said. He added that European tourists singing praises of

Cylinder blast causes massive fire at Maha Kumbh Mela, say police

A massive fire broke out in the Maha Kumbh Mela area on Sunday due to a cylinder blast, police said, but there was no immediate news of any casualty. "Two cylinders exploded in Sector 19 of the Maha Kumbh Mela, causing a massive fire in the camps. Fire fighters are trying to douse the blaze," Akhara Police Station In-charge Bhaskar Mishra said. The Maha Kumbh 2025 official X handle posted, "Very sad! The fire incident at #MahaKumbh has shocked everyone. The administration is ensuring immediate relief and rescue operations. We pray Maa Ganga for everyone's safety." It also shared a clip that showed a thick black column of smoke billowing out from the affected area.