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  Devotees throng Kashi, Ayodhya and other religious sites to mark the beginning of New Year 2026

  India | January 01, 2026 8:36 IST

  On New Year’s Day, lakhs of devotees gathered at major religious centres including Ayodhya, Varanasi, Mathura-Vrindavan, Shirdi, Ujjain, Amritsar, Haridwar and Mumbai. Temples made elaborate arrangements and extended darshan hours to manage the overwhelming rush.

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  Seven Hindu temples that were destroyed or demolished by Mughal emperor Aurangzeb

  India | July 10, 2025 16:22 IST

  Some of the prominent Hindu temples that were destroyed by Mughal emperor Aurangzeb include Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi, Keshav Deo Temple in Mathura, Somnath Temple in Gujarat, Trimbakeshwar Temple in Nashik and Chausath Yogini Temple in Jabalpur.

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  Over 11 lakh devotees offer prayers at Kashi Vishwanath Temple on Mahashivratri

  Uttar Pradesh | February 27, 2025 18:32 IST

  Mahashivratri: Mahashivratri, known as the night of Lord Shiva, is observed with great fervour in India and other Hindu-populous countries.

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  Mahashivratri 2025: VIP darshan suspended for three days at Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi

  Uttar Pradesh | February 23, 2025 20:56 IST

  Mahashivratri 2025: The CEO of the Kashi Vishwanath Temple appealed for cooperation in the arrangements made for the convenience and safety of the devotees.

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  5 temple towns in North India you can visit this year

  Fashion & Lifestyle | January 07, 2025 14:09 IST

  India is home to numerous temples, each with a history and significance of its own. However, if you're confused as to how you should go about visiting the temples across the country, you can choose your region and visit accordingly. Here are some temple towns in North India.

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  Mahakumbh 2025: Kashi Vishwanath Temple revises aarti timings during Kumbh Mela | Check new schedule

  Uttar Pradesh | January 05, 2025 9:02 IST

  Kumbh Mela 2025: The Mahakumbh is being organized in Prayagraj from January 13 to February 26, but its impact will also be felt in Varanasi. Many of the devotees attending the Kumbh in Prayagraj visit Varanasi to offer prayers at the Kashi Vishwanath Temple as well.

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  Yogi Adityanath says Gyanvapi Mosque is actually 'Lord Shiva temple', courts controversy

  Uttar Pradesh | September 14, 2024 16:54 IST

  During an event in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasised the Gyanvapi site's religious significance, stating it is a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, not a mosque. He described it as 'Sakshat Vishwanath' and criticised misrepresentations of its identity.

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  Woman dead, eight feared trapped after two houses collapse near Kashi Vishwanath Temple | VIDEO

  Uttar Pradesh | August 06, 2024 9:47 IST

  Rescue teams, including NDRF, police, and health officials, are on-site, and five people have been rescued so far, including a severely injured police constable who is receiving treatment. Rescue operations are ongoing.

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  Sawan 2024: UP govt makes special arrangements for 'darshan' at Kashi Vishwanath Temple

  Uttar Pradesh | July 22, 2024 8:42 IST

  Sawan 2024: The month of Sawan, also known as Shravan, holds a special place in the hearts of Hindus. It is a time of devotion, fasting, and celebration dedicated to Lord Shiva.

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  Nita Ambani prays at Kashi Vishwanath Temple, invites Lord Shiva to Anant-Radhika wedding | WATCH

  India | June 25, 2024 6:19 IST

  Anant Ambani is set to marry Radhika Merchant, the daughter of entrepreneur Shaila Merchant and CEO of Anchor Healthcare, Viren Merchant on July 12, 2024. The couple recently hosted a four-day extravaganza in Italy, cruising across the Mediterranean, hosting several Bollywood celebrities.

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  Haqiqat Kya Hai: PM Modi went to Kashi after victory, what did Rahul Gandhi say here?

  Hakikat Kya Hai | June 18, 2024 22:18 IST

  Haqiqat Kya Hai: PM Modi went to Kashi after victory, what did Rahul Gandhi say here?

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  5 sacred Indian temples every spiritual seeker must visit once

  Fashion & Lifestyle | April 29, 2024 14:55 IST

  Embark on a spiritual journey to enlightenment with these five sacred temples, each offering profound experiences and timeless wisdom. From Vaishno Devi Temple to Kashi Vishwanath Temple, discover transformative moments awaiting every seeker.

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  Cops at Kashi Vishwanath temple to wear dhoti-kurta, ditch khaki as official uniform

  Uttar Pradesh | April 11, 2024 9:12 IST

  Police staff at the Kashi Vishwanath temple in Varanasi may be seen sporting a dhoti-kurta instead of khaki in the coming days in order to create a devotee-friendly atmosphere.

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  PM's mega roadshow, visit to Kashi Vishwanath temple in Varanasi ahead of Lok Sabha polls | Watch

  Uttar Pradesh | March 10, 2024 0:08 IST

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be contesting the upcoming Lok Sabha elections from Varanasi for the third time. He first fought election from this seat in 2014, second time in 2019. His visit to the constituency has come just weeks before Lok Sabha polls.

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  Shivratri devotees flood Kashi Vishwanath Temple with over 8 lakh devotees

  Uttar Pradesh | March 08, 2024 21:17 IST

  Mahashivratri 2024: Over eight lakh devotees gathered at the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi, with reports tallying 8,11,396 visitors by Friday evening. The temple premises buzzed with devotees seeking blessings from Lord Shiva, forming long queues since early morning.

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  Mahashivratri: Bhasma Aarti at Ujjain's Mahakal Temple, sea of devotees at Kashi Vishwanath | VIDEO

  India | March 08, 2024 12:49 IST

  Mahashivratri celebrations: Mahashivratri is celebrated on the 14th day of the dark fortnight of the 'Magha' month, as per the Hindu lunar calendar, and marks the night of the marriage of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.

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  Tamannaah Bhatia offers prayers at Kashi Vishwanath Temple | See pics

  March 02, 2024 11:15 IST

  The 34-year-old actress on Saturday shared a series of pictures on her Instagram handle of her visit to Varanasi's Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Scroll down to see the pics.

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  Video: PM Modi uses virtual reality headset to inspect Kashi ropeway project

  Uttar Pradesh | February 23, 2024 15:59 IST

  PM Modi said that India will become a model of development in five years and termed it a “Modi guarantee”. He cited the Kashi example to say the world is witnessing how modernity is developed around culture and tradition.

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  'What kind of language is this?' PM Modi slams Rahul over 'people lying drunk on roads' remark

  Uttar Pradesh | February 23, 2024 16:36 IST

  Addressing a public gathering in Varanasi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that Uttar Pradesh has decided to give 100 per cent seats to Modi, to NDA in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.

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  Muqabla: Rahul reached Kashi Vishwanath...Will Kamal Nath join BJP?

  News | February 17, 2024 23:47 IST

  Muqabla: Rahul reached Kashi Vishwanath...Will Kamal Nath join BJP?