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  Allahabad HC directs ASI to clean premises of Jama Masjid in Sambhal, but no order on whitewashing

  February 28, 2025 12:17 IST

  Sambhal Jama Masjid case: The court on Thursday directed the ASI to immediately inspect the mosque site and appoint a team of three officers who would submit a report in this connection by 10 am on Friday.

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  Noida encounter: One shot after gunfight erupts during police check in Sector-44

  February 28, 2025 8:21 IST

  A late-night police encounter in Noida's Sector-44 left one criminal injured while another was arrested. The suspects fired at police during a routine check before being apprehended. Stolen items and illegal weapons were recovered.

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

  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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  UP: Class 3 student loses vision in one eye after 'thrashing' from principal, mother lodges complain

  February 27, 2025 16:55 IST

  In the complaint, mother of the class 3rd student claimed that her daughter, Himanshi, was blinded due to the severe injuries inflicted by the principal.

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  Yogi announces Rs 10,000 bonus to sanitation workers at Mahakumbh, Rs 16,000 minimum wage from April

  February 27, 2025 14:37 IST

  Mahakumbh: Yogi Adityanath said the UP government is going to ensure that from April, a minimum wage of Rs 16,000 will be provided to the sanitation workers and the temporary health workers will be given direct bank transfers.

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  Mahakumbh sets 3 Guinness World Records: 7 astonishing facts about grand confluence of faith

  February 27, 2025 13:28 IST

  Kumbh Mela: From longest hand print painting to people visiting the Kumbh Mela from across 70 countries, Mahakumbh 2025 has left us mesmerised with its grandeur.

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  UP CM Yogi Adityanath lauds officials, police after successful Mahakumbh in Prayagraj

  March 03, 2025 20:25 IST

  Addressing the gathering, Yogi Adityanath highlighted the government’s commitment to sanitation and environmental conservation, particularly at places of spiritual significance like Prayagraj, which hosts the Kumbh Mela.

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  Mahakumbh: Over 66.21 crore devotees took a holy dip in 45 days, tweets CM Yogi Adityanath

  February 27, 2025 6:20 IST

  Mahakumbh concluded on Wednesday with Maha Shivratri snan, it commenced on January 13. The total number of snan witnessed in Kumbh Mela exceeds the populations of all countries except China and India.

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  Ghaziabad: Two dead, 4 injured after being hit by electric bus

  February 26, 2025 22:09 IST

  Ghaziabad: The incident occurred near the National Highway 9 underpass in the Masuri police station area.

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  Uttar Pradesh: Two dead, several injured as car collides with truck in Jhansi

  February 26, 2025 17:33 IST

  Uttar Pradesh: The accident took place on Tuesday when a car carrying passengers from the Jhansi bus stand towards Orai collided with a truck near Bachhawali village.

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  UP: Four police constable get 10-year jail term in attempt to murder case of woman officer

  February 26, 2025 16:09 IST

  As per the police, then SP Kalpana Saxena was attacked by these four constables after catching them red-handed while they were extorting money from truck drivers at the Nakatia crossing in Bareilly.

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  Mahashivratri: Massive traffic arrangement in place in Prayagraj: Check flight, train, bus routes

  February 26, 2025 12:51 IST

  To manage the influx of devotees, Indian Railways enforced an emergency plan, diverting all routes leading to Prayagraj Junction. In this regard, over 400 trains are scheduled to operate from eight railway stations.

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  Police encounters in Noida and Meerut, Lawrence Bishnoi gang member with Rs 1 lakh bounty killed

  February 26, 2025 9:28 IST

  Uttar Pradesh Police succeeded in killing a notorious criminal (a member of Lawrence Bishnoi gang) after an encounter in Meerut. The police also arrested a wanted criminal after an encounter in Noida.

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  Mahakumbh traffic updates: Elaborated arrangements for smooth vehicular movement | Check details

  February 26, 2025 8:48 IST

  The Uttar Pradesh government made all necessary arrangements for smooth vehicular movement, yet devotees should also remain informed about the traffic situation.

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  Mahakumbh 2025 Updates: Over 1.53 crore devotees take holy dip in Sangam on Mahashivratri snan

  February 26, 2025 23:31 IST

  Mahakumbh Mela 2025 Highlights: The Mahakumbh started on January 13. Paush Purnima concluded today with Mahashivratri snan. On the last day of the grand religious gathering, lakhs of devotees took a holy dip.

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  Mahakumbh: UPSRTC deploys 4,500 buses for devotees ahead of final 'snan' today

  February 26, 2025 0:00 IST

  Mahakumbh 2025: Being held after 12 years, the Mahakumbh started on January 13 and will conclude on February 26 on the banks of the Triveni Sangam -- the confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati rivers, considered holy among Hindus.

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  Mahakumbh: Over 1.24 crore devotees take dip in Sangam a day ahead of final bath

  February 25, 2025 20:46 IST

  Mahakumbh 2025: Being held after 12 years, this Mahakumbh Mela started on January 13 and culminates on February 26. The mega fair has recorded a footfall of over 63 crore pilgrims and visitors, according to the Uttar Pradesh government.

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  Mahakumbh area will be no-vehicle zone from 4 pm today: Check guidelines for first-time visitors

  February 25, 2025 15:15 IST

  Mahakumbh: Vehicles carrying essentials will be exempted, according to an official statement. The administration has urged all visitors to comply with the guidelines and cooperate with officials, according to the statement issued by the police.

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  CM Yogi slams SP over health services during Akhilesh's term, lists his government's achievements

  February 25, 2025 13:23 IST

  Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasised the success of Mahakumbh saying that over 63 crore devotees have taken holy dip during the grand religious gathering in Prayagraj. He said that Mahakumbh brought three pilgrimage sites - Kashi, Mathura and Ayodhya- together.

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  15,000 Mahakumbh sanitation workers attempt world cleanliness drive record, results on February 27

  February 25, 2025 8:16 IST

  Mahakumbh Mela: During the grand religious gathering, 15,000 cleanliness workers participated in various events and venues. They attempted a world record, the result of which will be announced on February 27, a day after the Mahakumbh ends.

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  UP: Class 12 student dies by suicide after being denied board exam admit card over unpaid fees

  February 24, 2025 18:36 IST

  The incident took place at Akhou Naubasta village under the Jethwara police station limits. Police have registered a case against the school manager and principal based on a complaint filed by the student's father.

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  Amazing experience: Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde takes holy dip in Triveni Sangam | Video

  February 24, 2025 17:29 IST

  Eknath Shinde at Mahakumbh: Devotees are flocking in large numbers to Prayagraj's Mahakumbh to take a holy dip. The final major bath of the event will take place on Mahashivratri, scheduled for February 26.

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  Yogi Adityanath hits out at SP, says 'LoP now embraces Sanatan Dharma, a welcome change'

  February 24, 2025 16:24 IST

  CM Yogi Adityanath criticises the opposition, highlights Sanatan Dharma, Mahakumbh’s success, and rejects allegations of community restrictions.

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  Mahashivratri 2025: Security tightened at reopened Shiva temple in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal

  February 24, 2025 16:20 IST

  Mahashivratri 2025: Maha Shivratri, also known as the 'Great Night of Shiva' will be celebrated on February 26 this year.

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  Mahakumbh: 13 FIRs against 140 social media handles over 'misleading content'

  February 24, 2025 7:51 IST

  The information department of the Uttar Pradesh government reported that as of Sunday, nearly 8.773 million people had taken the holy dip at Kumbh Mela.

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  Jama Masjid committee sought permission from ASI for renovation, decoration of mosque in Sambhal

  February 23, 2025 20:51 IST

  After November 2024 communal violence in Sambhal, the management of Shahi Jama Masjid has written a letter to ASI seeking permission for cleaning and decoration of the mosque.

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

  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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  4 killed, a minor injured in two road accidents in Uttar Pradesh

  February 23, 2025 18:05 IST

  In two separate incidents of accident reported from Uttar Pradesh's Hamirpur and Muzaffarnagar, four people lost their lives and a minor is injured.