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  Fire breaks out at Mahakumbh in Prayagraj again, doused, no casualty reported

  January 30, 2025 16:29 IST

  Upon receiving the information, fire brigade teams immediately reached the site and began efforts to control the fire. Two fire tenders were deployed to douse the flames.

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  Mahakumbh: VIP movement restricted on Basant Panchami, security heightened ahead of third Amrit Snan

  January 30, 2025 15:24 IST

  Mahakumbh stampede: To monitor the situation of Mahakumbh in Prayagraj, UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has postponed his visit to Delhi for the Assembly election campaign.

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  Rakesh Rathore, Congress MP, arrested during press conference in UP's Sitapur over rape charges

  January 30, 2025 14:51 IST

  He was holding a press conference at his residence, during which Kotwali Nagar Police arrested him.

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  Mahakumbh: Next 'Amrit Snan' on Basant Panchami, know most auspicious time for holy bath at Sangam

  January 30, 2025 13:40 IST

  Mahakumbh 2025: The next key 'snan' dates at Mahakumbh are: February 3 (Basant Panchami, February 12 (Maghi Purnima), and February 26 (Maha Shivaratri).

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  Mahakumbh: Despite stampede, pilgrims flock to Sangam for holy dip in large numbers | Watch video

  January 30, 2025 10:08 IST

  Mahakumbh 2025: At least 30 people were killed and 60 injured in a pre-dawn stampede at the Sangam area of the Maha Kumbh early Wednesday on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya.

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  No vehicles zone, VVIP passes cancelled: What crowd-control measures taken after Mahakumbh stampede

  January 30, 2025 11:48 IST

  Mahakumbh stampede: The Mahakumbh area has been declared a no-vehicle zone till February 4 and the convoy of ‘VVIP’ bath and escort vehicles has also been banned to avoid stampede.

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  Mahakumbh: What is 'Sangam Nose', the most sacred point for dip that triggered stampede in Prayagraj

  January 30, 2025 9:14 IST

  Mahakumbh 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 stampede: CM Yogi issues directives on crowd management, traffic flow, check guidelines

  January 30, 2025 8:06 IST

  Mahakumbh stampede: Following the incident, Yogi Adityanath instructed officials to ensure that traffic remains smooth in the Mela area and unnecessary halts be avoided. He said the crowd pressure should not build up anywhere and there should be no jams on the roads.

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  Mahakumbh Stampede: CM Yogi announces judicial enquiry by 3-member committee, turns emotional

  January 29, 2025 20:06 IST

  Mahakumbh Stampede: Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police Vaibhav Krishna told a press conference here in the evening the stampede has left 30 dead and 60 others injured.

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  Mahakumbh Stampede: UP Police says 30 dead and 60 injured, reveals what triggered tragic incident

  January 29, 2025 19:44 IST

  Mahakumbh Stampede: Amrit Snan, the traditional bathing ritual of Akharas that was deferred due to the stampede at Maha Kumbh, resumed Wednesday afternoon.

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  Mahakumbh: List of instructions first-time devotees must follow to avoid stampede-like situation

  January 29, 2025 11:09 IST

  Stampede at Prayagraj: CM yogi Adityanath called on pilgrims to follow the guidelines issued by the administration, not believe any rumours and to rely only on official announcements for accurate information.

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  CM Yogi's first statement after stampede at Sangam: Some are critically injured, situation under con

  January 29, 2025 11:22 IST

  Stampede at Prayagraj: CM Yogi Adityanath said that PM Modi called him 4 times since morning after the stampede to take stock of the situation and he is continuously monitoring the situation.

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  Vehicles collide at Delhi-Meerut Expressway amid dense fog, several injured | Watch video

  January 29, 2025 13:53 IST

  Ghaziabad: The road accident occurred in the Bhojpur police station area, on the road going from Meerut to Delhi, before the Hawaai Restaurant.

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  Mahakumbh witnesses historic moment as three Shankaracharyas unite at Mela, issue joint 'Dharmadesh'

  January 29, 2025 8:41 IST

  Mahakumbh 2025: The 'Dharmadesh' by Shankaracharyas asserted that India, a land where the cow is revered as a mother, must eliminate cow slaughter. The directive demands legal recognition of the cow as "Rashtramata" and making cow slaughter a punishable offense.

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  Mahakumbh stampede: CM Yogi appeals devotees to avoid rushing towards 'Sangam Nose' for holy dip

  January 29, 2025 8:18 IST

  Mahakumbh 2025: In view of the stampede, the Akharas called off their traditional 'Amrit Snan' for Mauni Amavasya, even as devotees in large numbers continued to take a dip at Sangam and other ghats in the Mela area.

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  Mahakumbh: Devotees seen holding each other using clothes to avoid being left out at Sangam | WATCH

  January 29, 2025 7:40 IST

  A "stampede-like" situation was reported in the early hours of Wednesday after some barriers broke, leading to injuries, according to Special Executive Officer Akanksha Rana.

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  Uttar Pradesh: Two groups clash over building Ambedkar statue in Aligarh

  January 29, 2025 7:24 IST

  Uttar Pradesh: The first group alleged that the other group triggered the row by starting construction of their temple three days back.

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  Mahakumbh: Akharas call off Mauni Amavasya 'snan' after near-stampede, entry of devotees stopped

  January 29, 2025 7:08 IST

  Mahakumbh stampede: Following rumors in the area, a stampede-like situation occurred, resulting in several people getting injured. A massive crowd gathered at the ongoing Mahakumbh in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya.

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  Mahakumbh: Massive crowd gathers at Triveni Sangam for 'Amrit Snan' on Mauni Amavasya | Watch video

  January 29, 2025 7:49 IST

  Mahakumbh 2025: As the Mauni Amavasya unfolds, the spiritual energy at the Kumbh is at its peak, with devotees, saints, and tourists from across the globe taking part in one of the world's largest religious congregations in Prayagraj.

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  Mahakumbh: Stampede-like situation at Sangam on Mauni Amavasya, dozens injured

  January 29, 2025 9:44 IST

  Stampede at Mahakumbh: Over 10 crore devotees are expected to take a holy dip on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya, the day of 'second Amrit snan' today.

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  Mauni Amavasya Amrit Snan: Which Akhara to take first holy dip in Sangam today? Check timetable

  January 29, 2025 4:50 IST

  Mauni Amavasya Amrit Snan: On the second Amrit Snan day of the Mahakumbh, the revered Naga Sadhus have been granted the privilege of taking the first holy dip at the Triveni Sangam. However, there has been a change in the traditional order of some Akharas for the holy dip.

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  Mahakumbh 2025: 15 cr devotees take holy dip, elaborated arrangements made for Mauni Amavasya snan

  January 28, 2025 20:47 IST

  Mahakumbh 2025: The Uttar Pradesh government has stepped up security as it gears up for the 'Amrit Snan' on 'Mauni Amavasya', which is expected to attract around 10 crore pilgrims to the Maha Kumbh in just a day, which will be a record.

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  Mahakumbh 2025: Indian Railways to operate special trains every 4 minutes for Mauni Amavasya

  January 28, 2025 20:02 IST

  Mahakumbh 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: Planning for 'amrit snan' on Mauni Amavasya? Check IMD weather prediction for Prayagraj

  January 28, 2025 18:39 IST

  Mahakumbh 2025: The Uttar Pradesh government made special arrangements at the key spots in the Mahakumbh Nagar district to manage the influx of passengers and ensure smooth travel on Mauni Amavasya.

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  Mahakumbh: Over 15 crore devotees take holy dip at Triveni Sangam till now

  January 28, 2025 9:54 IST

  Mahakumbh 2025: The mega-religious event, organised every 12 years, is underway in Prayagraj from January 13 and will continue for 45 days.

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  UP: Seven killed, over 80 injured as wooden platform collapses during religious event in Baghpat

  January 28, 2025 12:20 IST

  Baghpat tragedy: The incident occurred in Baraut city of the Baghpat district during the 'Laddu Mahotsav' organized by the Jain community. The rescue operation is underway at the site.

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  Mahakumbh: Avoid these 5 mistakes after taking holy dip at Sangam to get benefit of 'Amrit Snan'

  January 28, 2025 7:03 IST

  Mahakumbh 2025: The second 'Amrit Snan' of Mahakumbh is on January 29. On this day, crores of devotees will take a dip in the Triveni Sangam. Here are some mistakes to avoid after taking the sacred dip on this auspicious day.

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  Mahakumbh: Railways makes these special arrangements in Prayagraj for 'amrit snan' on Mauni Amavasya

  January 28, 2025 18:29 IST

  Mahakumbh 2025: To streamline passenger movement, colour-coded shelters have been set up at all the stations in Prayagraj for unreserved passengers, with each colour corresponding to specific routes.