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Ganga Dussehra 2026: Is it on May 25 or 26? Know the correct date, shubh muhurat and puja vidhi
May 22, 2026 16:42 ISTConfused whether Ganga Dussehra will be celebrated on May 25 or May 26 in 2026? Here’s the correct date, Dashami Tithi timing, shubh muhurat and puja vidhi linked to the festival.
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Woman takes holy dip in river Ganga wearing bikini; sparks outrage online | Video
October 22, 2025 14:44 ISTA video showing a foreign tourist taking a dip in the Ganga wearing a bikini near Rishikesh’s famous Lakshman Jhula has gone viral, dividing opinions online.
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Uttar Pradesh flood crisis: Ganga crosses danger mark, thousands displaced across 17 districts
Uttar Pradesh | August 04, 2025 7:18 ISTSevere floods in Uttar Pradesh have impacted over 84,000 people across 17 districts, with major rivers including the Ganga and Yamuna flowing above danger levels. Relief efforts are underway with shelters, food, and medical aid, as over 11,000 people have been displaced and 343 homes damaged.
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Prayagraj police officer performs 'pooja' as Ganga floodwaters enter his home, video goes viral
Uttar Pradesh | August 03, 2025 23:41 ISTAs floodwaters from the Ganga and Yamuna rivers submerged parts of Prayagraj, a video of Sub-Inspector Chandradeep Nishad performing a ritual at his doorstep, which was now waterlogged, went viral. In the video, he offers milk and flowers to the floodwaters, calling it a blessing from the Ganga.
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Woman drowns in Ganga while making reel, this 16-second video will give you goosebumps | WATCH
Trending | April 16, 2025 16:33 ISTRecently, a heartbreaking video of a woman surfaced on social media, showing her being swept away by the Ganges River in just a few seconds while filming. Read on to know more.
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Murshidabad Waqf Act Protest: Central forces sent, CM Mamata opposes new law | 13 April | Speed News
News | April 13, 2025 19:02 ISTMurshidabad Waqf Act protest: Central forces deployed, Mamata Banerjee rejects new law. Baisakhi 2025: Devotees take holy dips in Amrit Sarovar and Ganga. President and PM pay tribute to Jallianwala Bagh massacre victims on anniversary day. Get all the latest updates of the day in today's Speed News
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PM Modi addresses gathering at Uttarakhand: 'There should be no off-season in state'
India | March 06, 2025 12:13 ISTPM Modi arrived in Uttarakhand on Thursday, wearing the traditional dress 'Chapkan'. PM's visit comes as part of the state’s Winter Tourism Programme.
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Ganga water unfit for bathing at several places in Bihar: Economic Survey
Bihar | March 02, 2025 17:02 ISTHigh value of “bacteriological population” is present in the Ganga river mainly due to the discharge of sewage/domestic waste water from cities located on the banks of Ganga and her tributaries.
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Viral Video: Woman performs 'Digital snan' for husband, dunks phone into Ganga at Mahakumbh | WATCH
Trending | February 26, 2025 15:30 ISTRecently, a video of a woman who is performing 'digital snan' for her husband while talking on a call has gone viral. Read more about it here.
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Magh Purnima 2025: Know auspicious time for bathing, significance, method of worship and donation
Lifestyle | February 12, 2025 11:20 ISTMagh Purnima, a sacred day in the Hindu calendar, holds great significance for spiritual growth and purification. On this auspicious day, devotees observe sacred rituals, including bathing, worship, and charitable donations.
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Mahakumbh: What is 'Sangam Nose', the most sacred point for dip that triggered stampede in Prayagraj
Uttar Pradesh | January 30, 2025 9:14 ISTMahakumbh 2025: The Triveni Sangam -- the confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati -- is considered the holiest by Hindus, with a belief that taking a dip in it during Mahakumbh and particularly on special bathing dates washes away people's sins and provides them 'moksha' or salvation.
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Mahakumbh 2025: Indian Railways to operate special trains every 4 minutes for Mauni Amavasya
Uttar Pradesh | January 28, 2025 20:02 ISTMahakumbh 2025: Indian Railways deployed special trains every 4 minutes for Mauni Amavasya on January 29. Over 15 crore devotees have already participated, with enhanced facilities ensuring smooth travel.
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Mahakumbh 2025: Flight, train or bus? Here's a complete travel guide to reach Prayagraj
Travel | January 10, 2025 12:35 ISTMahakumbh 2025: How To Reach Maha Kumbh 2025: If you also want to go to Prayagraj for Mahakumbh, then let us know how you can reach there cheaply and easily. Scroll down to know the complete travel guide.
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Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: IRCTC to set up luxury 'tent city' at Prayagraj, know how and where to book
Travel | November 22, 2024 20:38 ISTMaha Kumbh is going to be held in the year 2025. Preparations for Maha Kumbh are in full swing in Prayagraj. If you also want to take a dip in Kumbh, then know what is the arrangement for staying here, the rent of the tent city and what are the luxury facilities.
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Nearly 10 lakh people hit as flood-like situation engulfs Bihar, CM Nitish visits affected areas
Bihar | September 21, 2024 21:11 ISTThe water level in all the five major rivers in Bihar is rising due to which flood-like situations have developed in almost 12 districts. CM Nitish Kumar has directed officials to remain alert. He also visited relief camps and assured the affected people of all possible assistance.
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76 government schools closed in THIS state due to rise in Ganga water level; check here
Education | August 28, 2024 11:55 ISTThe Patna district administration has closed 76 government schools in rural areas until August 31 due to the rising water level of the Ganga, which has crossed the danger mark in the state capital.
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When is Ganga Saptami 2024? Know rituals, puja timings, significance, and more about the festival
Lifestyle | May 13, 2024 17:23 ISTCelebrate Ganga Saptami 2024 with precise rituals, puja timings, and delve into its profound significance with insightful details on the festival. Know the auspicious date and enrich your understanding of this sacred occasion.
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River Water Pollution: 5 reasons why you should avoid taking bath in Ganga
Health | February 29, 2024 18:30 ISTWhile the Ganges hold a special place in the hearts of many, it is important to prioritise the health of ourselves and the environment. It is time to acknowledge the dirty truth about the Ganges and take the necessary steps to restore its glory.
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Entire stretch of river Ganga in West Bengal unfit for bathing: NGT
February 29, 2024 17:11 ISTThe NGT was hearing a matter involving the prevention, control and reduction of pollution of the Ganga across each district and state through which the river or its tributaries flow.
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Varanasi: Mesmeriing Dev Deepawali celebration with lakhs of diyas | PICS
Uttar Pradesh | November 27, 2023 22:13 ISTOn Kartik Purnima, the last day of the auspicious Hindu month of Kartik, Hindus celebrate Dev Deepawali. This year, Ganga ghats were specially decked up with lakhs of diyas and mesmerizing lights to make the event larger than life.
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