Prayagraj
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Prayagraj Magh Mela authorities issue notice to Swami Avimukteshwaranand over 'Shankaracharya' claim
Uttar Pradesh | Jan 20, 2026, 09:12 PM ISTResponding to the notice, Saraswati questioned the conduct of the mela authorities, pointing out that two Shankaracharyas from Puri were permitted to set up their camps at the fair without objection.
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RPF personnel saves man and child from falling under train at Prayagraj railway station | VIDEO
Uttar Pradesh | Jan 19, 2026, 07:30 AM ISTA passenger and his child were dramatically rescued by RPF personnel at Prayagraj station after slipping while trying to board the moving Kashi Express. The alert staff acted within seconds, preventing a major accident and earning praise from senior officials.
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UP: Massive fire engulfs tents at Prayagraj Magh Mela; second such incident in two days
Uttar Pradesh | Jan 14, 2026, 07:04 PM ISTTwo tents were completely burned in the incident. However, there are no reports of any casualties in the fire. The cause of the fire is yet to be determined.
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Massive rush at Magh Mela as Prayagraj gears up for 1 crore pilgrims on Makar Sankranti snan | VIDEO
Uttar Pradesh | Jan 14, 2026, 07:42 AM ISTPrayagraj is witnessing heavy crowds at the Sangam ahead of the Makar Sankranti snan, with more than one crore devotees expected. The administration has undertaken massive preparations, from enhanced sanitation and water management to multi-layered security and AI-based surveillance.
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Fire breaks out at Prayagraj Magh Mela, several fire tenders rushed | VIDEO
Uttar Pradesh | Jan 13, 2026, 07:37 PM ISTSeveral fire tenders were rushed to the spot after a massive fire broke out at the Prayagraj Magh Mela, being held at the Triveni Sangam.
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Magh Mela 2026: Prayagraj Police chief warns officials, says 'If there's traffic congestion...'
Uttar Pradesh | Jan 05, 2026, 02:26 PM ISTThe Magh Mela 2026 in Prayagraj has begun with massive crowds arriving for holy dips. The Police Commissioner has issued strict instructions to officers, warning that any traffic jams will be attributed to local inspectors.
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Magh Mela 2026 FAQs: Significance of holy bath, key dates and Kalpvas explained
Spirituality | Dec 30, 2025, 04:24 PM ISTMagh Mela 2026 will be held in Prayagraj from January 3 to February 15. Here’s a complete guide to key bathing dates, Kalpvas and its spiritual significance.
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Prayagraj's Sangam Ropeway Project gets clearance from Army, set to take off from Arail
Business | Nov 11, 2025, 06:04 PM ISTPrayagraj Sangam Ropeway Project: The ropeway project will run for a total distance of 2,200 metres and is valued at Rs 210 crore. It will link a station near Shankar Viman Mandapam to Triveni Pushp across the Yamuna River.
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Prayagraj’s Sangam Ropeway finally gets green light after 7 years: Here’s what you can expect!
Business | Oct 10, 2025, 06:08 PM ISTThe project will be undertaken under a revenue-sharing public-private partnership model, which will ensure both viability and efficient execution.
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Schools shut in Prayagraj till August 7 as heavy rains wreak havoc in Uttar Pradesh
Education | Aug 04, 2025, 04:48 PM ISTThe situation has worsened in Prayagraj, where the District Magistrate has ordered all schools to remain shut until August 7 as a safety measure.
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Prayagraj flood fury: Intense rescue operations underway, DM visits affected areas overnight
India | Aug 04, 2025, 01:15 PM ISTIncessant rainfall in Uttar Pradesh has led to floods in 13 districts, including Prayagraj. Major rivers like the Ganga, the Yamuna, and the Betwa are flowing above the danger mark at several places across the state.
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Prayagraj police officer performs 'pooja' as Ganga floodwaters enter his home, video goes viral
Uttar Pradesh | Aug 03, 2025, 11:41 PM 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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Incessant rains cause flood havoc in UP, Varanasi and Prayagraj worst-hit; Akhilesh Yadav takes dig
Uttar Pradesh | Aug 03, 2025, 02:48 PM ISTThe Meteorological Department has issued a warning of heavy rainfall, strong winds and lightning in several districts of the state over the next 24 hours. An orange alert has been issued for 55 districts, including Lucknow, Mau, Gorakhpur, Ballia, Varanasi and Sonbhadra.
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Kanwar Yatra: Clash erupts between Kanwariyas and 'namazis' over DJ music in Prayagraj
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 19, 2025, 10:29 AM ISTA clash erupted between Kanwariyas and the Muslim community in Mauaima, Prayagraj, over loud DJ music during Friday prayers amid the Kanwar Yatra, prompting police intervention to restore peace.
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Noida-Ganga Link Expressway: Sale, purchase of land banned in 56 villages - Check details
Business | Jul 03, 2025, 05:21 PM ISTFollowing UPEIDA’s order, district administrations in Noida and Bulandshahr have started to conduct surveys to identify plots falling under the notified zone.
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Minor girl from Prayagraj lured to Kerala for forced conversion and terror recruitment: Police
India | Jun 30, 2025, 05:11 PM ISTA 15-year-old Dalit girl from Prayagraj was allegedly lured to Kerala for forced religious conversion and terror recruitment, prompting arrests and a multi-state investigation.
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Violence erupts in Prayagraj after MP Chandrashekhar Azad stopped by police; vehicles torched
Uttar Pradesh | Jun 30, 2025, 02:17 PM ISTThe mob's fury led to large-scale destruction of both public and private property. In Bhadeora Bazaar of Karchhana, bricks and stones were hurled not only at police but also at unsuspecting civilians.
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Men carrying saffron flags climb dargah gate in Prayagraj, raise slogans, video goes viral
Uttar Pradesh | Apr 07, 2025, 07:27 AM ISTOn Ram Navami, a group of men allegedly climbed the gate of Ghazi Miyan Ki Dargah in Prayagraj while carrying saffron flags and raising slogans, according to police. The incident, which occurred amid religious processions across the city, was captured on video and has since gone viral.
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Justice Yashwant Varma takes oath as Allahabad High Court judge amid cash row controversy
Uttar Pradesh | Apr 05, 2025, 06:07 PM ISTJustice Yashwant Varma's recent transfer from the Delhi High Court to Allahabad has faced criticism, especially after a Public Interest Litigation was filed before the Lucknow bench of the Allahabad High Court.
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IIIT Allahabad student dies by suicide on birthday eve, family alleges lack of support
Uttar Pradesh | Mar 30, 2025, 11:29 PM ISTA first-year student of IIIT Allahabad, Rahul Madala Chaitanya, allegedly died by suicide at his hostel a day before his 21st birthday. Police suspect he was distressed over failing an exam, though no suicide note was found.