Varanasi
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SS Rajamouli unveils Priyanka Chopra's striking first look as Mandakini from Varanasi | See pics
Regional Cinema | Jul 18, 2026, 10:53 AM ISTA new look of Priyanka Chopra from the film Varanasi has been revealed. Scroll further to know everything about SS Rajamouli's next Pan India project Varanasi.
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Five arrested for cooking chicken, hosting liquor party on Ganga after video goes viral
Uttar Pradesh | Jun 24, 2026, 08:53 AM ISTThe five people were arrested by the Uttar Pradesh Police after a video had gone viral on social media, showing them allegedly cooking chicken and consuming beer on a boat on river Ganga in Varanasi. A case has been registered against them under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
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Bihar aspirant says vendor charged ₹120 for ₹20 Chhole Bhature at Varanasi Cantt; police intervene
Trending | Jun 23, 2026, 02:12 PM ISTA Bihar aspirant alleged that a vendor at Varanasi Cantt station offered him Chhole and six Bhature for ₹20 but later demanded ₹120. After he complained, a police officer intervened and got the excess amount refunded on the spot.
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Meat, fish shops to be relocated outside Varanasi | Check guidelines here
Uttar Pradesh | Jun 07, 2026, 02:38 PM ISTThe Varanasi Municipal Corporation has decided to shift meat and fish markets outside city limits, citing the growing number of devotees visiting the city.
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PM Modi offers prayers at Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi | VIDEO
India | Apr 29, 2026, 09:54 AM ISTVaranasi witnessed a strong public turnout as Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited his parliamentary constituency. Large numbers of people gathered across the city, especially at Lahurabir crossing, to welcome him.
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SS Rajamouli's Varanasi Mexico Comic Con video sparks debate over empty seats | Watch
Entertainment | Apr 25, 2026, 04:35 PM ISTSS Rajamouli’s upcoming film Varanasi, starring Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra, became the centre of online discussion after visuals from its panel at Mexico’s CCXP convention showed several empty seats.
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Priyanka Chopra, Mahesh Babu pose with choreographer Bosco Martis on Varanasi set; pics go viral
Regional Cinema | Apr 25, 2026, 02:48 PM ISTPictures of Priyanka Chopra and Mahesh Babu with Varanasi choreographer Bosco Martis from the film's sets have surfaced online, garnering attention from social media users. Directed by SS Rajamouli, the film will be released on April 7, 2027.
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Amrti Bharat Trains: Uttar Pradesh to get two new trains, check routes and other details
Business | Apr 24, 2026, 03:12 PM ISTThe introduction of new trains will provide direct connectivity for passengers, eliminating the need to change trains frequently.
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Varanasi: Man arrested for drinking beer on boat in Ganga after video goes viral
Uttar Pradesh | Apr 08, 2026, 04:38 PM ISTAssistant Commissioner of Police Gaurav Kumar said the viral video showed two men consuming intoxicants while riding a boat in the river.
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Varanasi: 14 arrested after biryani iftar party on boat in Ganga; AIMIM claims 'hatred for Muslims'
Uttar Pradesh | Mar 18, 2026, 11:49 PM ISTA controversy broke out in Varanasi after a viral video showed an iftar gathering on a boat in the Ganga River, leading to the arrest of 14 Muslim youths. Police took action following complaints that non-vegetarian food was served and claims of hurting religious sentiments.
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Wanted sharpshooter with Rs 1 lakh bounty shot dead in late-night encounter in Varanasi
Uttar Pradesh | Feb 04, 2026, 07:56 AM ISTA wanted contract killer with a Rs 1 lakh reward, Banarasi Yadav, was shot dead in an encounter with the UP STF in Varanasi. He was accused of murdering a fertiliser trader and had multiple criminal cases against him.
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Varanasi release date out: Know when Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra's action epic will hit the screens
Regional Cinema | Jan 30, 2026, 06:37 PM ISTMahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra's most anticipated film, Varanasi gets its release date. Read on to know when will this film hit the big screens.
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Varanasi release date: New update on SS Rajamouli's film featuring Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra
Regional Cinema | Jan 21, 2026, 01:33 PM ISTThe Varanasi team has once again tweeted that Mahesh Babu-Rajamouli's film will be released in 2027. Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran will also be seen in the film.
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Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, January 19, 2026
India | Jan 19, 2026, 08:58 PM ISTThe UP government on Monday formed a three-member SIT to probe the death of a 27-year-old techie, who died after his car drowned into a pit in Greater Noida's Sector 150 area.
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IndiGo flight with 216 passengers on board makes emergency landing in Varanasi after bird hit
India | Jan 12, 2026, 05:52 PM ISTGiven the seriousness of the situation, the pilot immediately contacted the Varanasi Air Traffic Control and safely landed the aircraft at the Varanasi airport, officials added.
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UP cough syrup racket: Lookout notice issued against 'kingpin' Shubham, bounty raised to Rs 50,000
Uttar Pradesh | Dec 23, 2025, 01:58 PM ISTInvestigations have revealed that the accused set up fake pharmaceutical companies using different names to procure large quantities of cough syrup.
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Cold wave hits UP: Kanpur shuts schools for two days, Varanasi revises timings till further orders
Education | Dec 18, 2025, 11:48 PM ISTSevere cold and dense fog have prompted authorities to alter school schedules in Uttar Pradesh. While Kanpur has announced a two-day closure of all schools up to Class 12, Varanasi has revised school timings to operate from 10 am to 3 pm until further notice.
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'Sundays on Cycle' organised in Varanasi to celebrate India hosting Commonwealth Games 2030
Uttar Pradesh | Dec 07, 2025, 12:43 PM ISTThe event, which was flagged off by Pandit Mishra, Pooja Sihag and boxer Amit Panghal, was organised at BHU's MP Theatre Ground. It was dedicated to India being officially awarded the hosting rights for the Commonwealth Games 2030.
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Delhi-Varanasi sleeper bus, carrying 30-40 passengers, catches fire | Video
India | Nov 28, 2025, 02:43 PM ISTA sleeper bus, carrying 30-40 passengers and travelling from Delhi to Varanasi, caught fire in Kanpur in a life-threatening incident. A sudden smoke blew as the bus caught fire, leaving the passengers fighting to save their lives.
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Varanasi title dispute: Everything you need to know about controversy over SS Rajamouli's film
Regional Cinema | Nov 20, 2025, 04:41 PM ISTA major dispute has broken out over SS Rajamouli’s upcoming film Varanasi, focusing on the question of who holds the legal rights to the film's title. Read on to know the details.