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4 days, 16 hours ago

Ganges river dolphin tagged for the first time in India

GUWAHATI A team of wildlife conservationists tagged the almost-blind Ganges river dolphin for the first time. Vishnupriya Kolipakam, WII’s project investigator said the tagging was a significant advancement in understanding the ecological needs of river dolphins, which will help conserve critical habitats within these vast river ecosystems. Wildlife experts said ensuring the well-being of the Ganges river dolphin is crucial …

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5 days, 18 hours ago

Odisha man stays at 5-star hotel in Varanasi, flees without paying Rs 2 lakh bill

India Today

A man from Odisha allegedly defrauded a luxury hotel in Varanasi of Rs 2 lakh after he stayed and ate there for four days and left without paying the dues, police said on Tuesday. The hotel management has lodged a complaint with the police alleging that the man is absconding and has demanded that the accused be caught, and the …

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5 days, 18 hours ago

Indian scientists successfully tag Ganges river dolphin for first time in Assam

New Indian Express

In a first, India has tagged a healthy male Ganges river dolphin in Assam, which will help chalk out a long-term conservation plan for the endangered species. The tagging was made possible by advancements in technology – the lightweight tags emit signals compatible with Argos satellite systems even with limited surfacing time. The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change …

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1 week, 3 days ago

MahaKumbh 2025: What Is Its Connection With Samundra Manthan — Know The History

ABP News

MahaKumbh 2025: The year 2025 is set to be a significant one as the grand festival of faith, the Maha Kumbh Mela, will be held. Let's explore the history of the Maha Kumbh Mela and when it is scheduled to begin in the new year. Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 Dates: The Maha Kumbh Mela will begin on January 13, 2025, …

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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Prayagraj gears up for Maha Kumbh Mela; preparations for one of the largest Hindu festivals underway: See pics

Hindustan Times

Prayagraj gears up for Maha Kumbh Mela; preparations for one of the largest Hindu festivals underway: See pics Maha Kumbh Mela is the largest human gathering with over 400 million people attending. The authorities already started preparing the site.. 1 / 8 View Photos in a new improved layout Maha Kumbh Mela is in 2025, between Jan 13 and Feb …

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2 weeks, 2 days ago

An Indian state prepares for a Hindu festival that’s the largest such gathering on Earth

Associated Press

PRAYAGRAJ, India — Hindus venerate rivers, and none more so than the Ganges. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Workers repair a boat next to a pile of interlocking plastic cubes meant for building a floating jetty on the Ganges river in preparation for the upcoming Maha Kumbh Mela, one of the world’s …

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1 month, 1 week ago

BJP claims some Muslim bodies asking community to vote for INDIA bloc; urge EC, Supreme Court to take action

The Hindu

The BJP on Saturday alleged that some Muslim bodies are trying to vitiate the poll atmosphere in Maharashtra and Jharkhand by appealing to their community members to vote for the INDIA bloc on the lines of religion, and urged the Election Commission and the Supreme Court to take action in the matter. Addressing a press conference at the BJP headquarters …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Dev Diwali 2024: Know date, auspicious time, rituals and significance of lighting 365 lamps along the Ganges

India TV News

Diwali is celebrated on the Amavasya date of Kartik month and it is celebrated with great pomp across the country. But after Diwali, Dev Diwali also comes and according to religious belief, on this day gods and goddesses gather at the Ganga Ghat and celebrate the festival of Diwali, hence it is known as Dev Diwali. According to the Udayatithi, …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chhath devotees wash hair with toxic foam in Yamuna river. Viral video

India Today

A video showing Chhath devotees immersing themselves in the polluted Yamuna River for their ritual bath and washing their hair with toxic foam went viral on social media. Chhath Puja festivities began on Tuesday with 'Nahay Khaye’, with devotees offering prayers in the river despite a thick layer of toxic foam covering its surface. Toxic foam covered the Yamuna in …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chhath Puja: Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, JP Nadda, Lalu Yadav offer prayers at Ganga ghats | VIDEO

India TV News

On the occasion of Chhath Puja, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, BJP President JP Nadda, Deputy CM Samrat Chaudhary, and other prominent leaders visited Ganga Ghat in Patna and greeted the people participating in the festival. Speaking to PTI on Thursday, Patna District Magistrate Chandrashekhar Singh said, "All ghats are ready for Chhath Puja festival. Besides, personnel of the State …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Mapping the Legacy: A Journey Through Ancient India and British Rule

India Today

The article explores the evolution of the Indian map over centuries, tracing its journey from ancient borders to the modern-day map we know today. It highlights the contributions of various dynasties, explorers, and colonial powers who shaped its boundaries and shape the map we see. The article emphasizes the ongoing struggle for self-determination and the enduring spirit of India that …

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1 month, 4 weeks ago

A Tapestry of Mystical Wonders: Exploring the Vibrant City of Varanasi Through Gerard Butler's Journey

India Today

A captivating video captures the essence of Scottish actor Gerard Butler's spiritual journey in Varanasi, India. The video showcases the vibrant city's cultural and spiritual allure, drawing people from around the world seeking profound, life-changing experiences along the sacred Ganges. The video features Gerard Butler's personal reflections on his visit, highlighting the city's enduring cultural and spiritual allure.

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2 months ago

NCC's Ganges Sailing Expedition: A Journey Across Three States

New Indian Express

National Cadet Corps (NCC) is set to launch a special sailing expedition along the Ganges and Hooghly rivers, crossing three states. The expedition will involve 528 cadets from the NCC's naval wing and will be undertaken in six phases, each roughly 200km. The planned stops are at Prayagraj and Varanasi in UP, Buxar and Patna in Bihar, Farakka and finally, …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

GCL | Carlsen succumbs to time pressure; Knights increase lead at the top

The Hindu

Speed chess has become speedier in Season 2 of the Tech Mahindra Global Chess League. Playing on the Icon board for Alpine SG Pipers, the Norwegian was on course for a victory against Frenchman Firouzja Alireza of Triveni Continental Kings. But the day belonged to PGB Alaskan Knights, which won both its matches — against Gambits and Mumba Masters. Mumba …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Second season of GCL will be a fun event for all to enjoy: Anand

The Hindu

Five-time World chess champion Viswanathan Anand, an ‘icon player’ for Ganges Grandmasters in the second edition of the Global Chess League scheduled to begin in London on October 3, says the event has been designed to attract television audience. The visual presentation, the colour uniforms of teams, the music at the start have all been designed to arouse the curiosity …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

When the stars align: how the chess revolution is being televised

The Hindu

A couple of months after leading upGrad Mumba Masters to the final of the inaugural edition of the Global Chess League in Dubai last year, Maxime Vachier-Lagrave was in Kolkata for the Tata Steel Chess India tournament. “During the pandemic, Mr. Mahindra actually got hooked on online chess,” says Pathak. He felt chess deserved a sports league, as the game …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Unnao News: Search Continues for Deputy Director Drowned in Ganges | ABP News

ABP News

In Unnao, a health department deputy director from Kabirpur Khambhauli village, along with three companions, went for a bath in the Ganges at Naanamau Ghat. The missing person is Aditya Vardhan Gaurav, a deputy director in the health department based in Varanasi. Aditya had arrived at the ghat with his friends, Yogeshwar Mishra and Pradeep Tiwari from Lucknow, intending to …

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4 months ago

Part of under-construction bridge over Ganges collapses in Bihar

The Hindu

A portion of an under-construction bridge in Bihar, which was being "dismantled", crashed into the river Ganges river on Saturday, officials said. However, when contacted, Khagaria District Magistrate Amit Kumar Pandey asserted that "the entire structure of the under-construction bridge has been deemed to be faulty and it is being dismantled by the contractor as per direction of the Patna …

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5 months ago

Lord Rama had set precedent for Dravidian model: S Regupathy

New Indian Express

PUDUKKOTTAI: “Like Lord Rama, our Chief Minister’s Dravidian model government is governing the state with a strong emphasis on social justice, equality, and brotherhood,” Law Minister S Regupathy said. Speaking at the 49th annual ‘Kamban Kazhgam’ meeting held in Pudukkottai on Sunday, Regupathy compared Stalin’s leadership to Rama’s rule, highlighting their shared commitment to social justice and equality. Reacting to …

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

Cricketer R Ashwin becomes co-owner of new team American Gambits in Global Chess League

New Indian Express

NEW DELHI: India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has become a co-owner of the American Gambits, a new team which will feature in the second edition of the Global Chess League, a joint venture between Tech Mahindra and the International Chess Federation. American Gambits, owned by prominent business leaders Prachura PP, Venkat K Narayana and Ashwin, will replace Chingari Gulf Titans. Sameer …

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5 months, 3 weeks ago

Discover your wellness fix at these therapeutic getaways

Hindustan Times

More than a coveted resort amid sprawling nature or a hotel with burgeoning health programmes, a wellness retreat can be defined as a purposeful getaway for the mind, body and soul. Ekaanta, a luxury wellness retreat, situated on the banks of the Ganges in Haridwar, Uttarakhand, offers sound healing sessions among other things such as waterfall meditation. Atmantan, located in …

India Kerala Offers Uttarakhand Healing Tibetan Resort

5 months, 4 weeks ago

Bangladesh PM Hasina calls India visit 'very fruitful', says it will play 'pivotal role' in bilateral ties

India TV News

Dhaka: Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina described her recent visit to India as "very fruitful" on Tuesday and asserted that the outcome of her talks with the Indian leadership, including PM Narendra Modi, will play a "pivotal role" in bolstering the India-Bangladesh bilateral ties and open up new areas of cooperation. Hasina, who is the first foreign leader to visit …

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6 months, 1 week ago

Happy Ganga Dussehra 2024: Wishes, messages, images, quotes, WhatsApp and Facebook status to share

India TV News

Ganga Dussehra, a significant Hindu festival, celebrates the descent of the sacred river Ganga from heaven to earth. Ganga Dussehra 2024: Wishes May the holy waters of Ganga wash away your sorrows and bring you peace, prosperity, and happiness. Ganga Dussehra 2024: Messages As we celebrate Ganga Dussehra, let's take a moment to honor the sacred river that sustains life …

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6 months, 1 week ago

Weekend Getaways From Delhi You Should Visit in 2024, Know the Destinations Here

The Quint

Haridwar Haridwar, located along the River Ganga, is another great place to start a weekend trip. Lansdowne Lansdowne, located in the Pauri district of Uttarakhand, is a beautiful town reminiscent of a colonial oasis. Dotted with oak and pine forests, this quaint hill station is a haven for weekenders, casual hikers, and bird watchers from Delhi. No matter what your …

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Ganges river dolphin tagged for the first time in India

Odisha man stays at 5-star hotel in Varanasi, flees without paying Rs 2 lakh bill

Indian scientists successfully tag Ganges river dolphin for first time in Assam

MahaKumbh 2025: What Is Its Connection With Samundra Manthan — Know The History

Prayagraj gears up for Maha Kumbh Mela; preparations for one of the largest Hindu festivals underway: See pics

An Indian state prepares for a Hindu festival that’s the largest such gathering on Earth

BJP claims some Muslim bodies asking community to vote for INDIA bloc; urge EC, Supreme Court to take action

Dev Diwali 2024: Know date, auspicious time, rituals and significance of lighting 365 lamps along the Ganges

Chhath devotees wash hair with toxic foam in Yamuna river. Viral video

Chhath Puja: Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, JP Nadda, Lalu Yadav offer prayers at Ganga ghats | VIDEO

Mapping the Legacy: A Journey Through Ancient India and British Rule

A Tapestry of Mystical Wonders: Exploring the Vibrant City of Varanasi Through Gerard Butler's Journey

NCC's Ganges Sailing Expedition: A Journey Across Three States

GCL | Carlsen succumbs to time pressure; Knights increase lead at the top

Second season of GCL will be a fun event for all to enjoy: Anand

When the stars align: how the chess revolution is being televised

Unnao News: Search Continues for Deputy Director Drowned in Ganges | ABP News

Part of under-construction bridge over Ganges collapses in Bihar

Lord Rama had set precedent for Dravidian model: S Regupathy

Cricketer R Ashwin becomes co-owner of new team American Gambits in Global Chess League

Discover your wellness fix at these therapeutic getaways

Bangladesh PM Hasina calls India visit 'very fruitful', says it will play 'pivotal role' in bilateral ties

Happy Ganga Dussehra 2024: Wishes, messages, images, quotes, WhatsApp and Facebook status to share

Weekend Getaways From Delhi You Should Visit in 2024, Know the Destinations Here