Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 dates extended? Prayagraj District Magistrate clarifies
1 month, 1 week ago

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 dates extended? Prayagraj District Magistrate clarifies

Live Mint  

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 will end on February 2026 on the occasion of Mahashivratri and the dates have not been extended so far, reported ANI citing Prayagraj District Magistrate Ravindra Kumar Mandhad. While speaking about the rumours of Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 dates, Prayagraj District Magistrate Ravindra Kumar Mandhad told ANI, "This is a rumour, and the end date for the Maha Kumbh Mela will be the 26th of February. Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 devotees On Thursday, over 2.73 million devotees took a dip in the Triveni Sangam during the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, ANI reported citing the Uttar Pradesh government. Action against 53 social media accounts over misinformation Uttar Pradesh has initiated legal action on 53 social media accounts in the past over allegations of spreading misinformation about the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj.

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PM Modi, CM Yogi Hold First Meet After Kumbh Mela, Discuss THESE Issues
2 weeks, 3 days ago

PM Modi, CM Yogi Hold First Meet After Kumbh Mela, Discuss THESE Issues

ABP News  

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday, March 9, in Delhi. Devotees Continue To Visit Sangam After Kumbh Mela The devotees continue to visit the Sangam area in Prayagraj even after the Maha Kumbh Mela has officially concluded. Neeraj Kesariwani, a resident of Prayagraj’s Colonelganj locality, who visited the Sangam area said, “We couldn’t …

Kumbh Mela comes to a close, but devotees continue to flock to Sangam
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Kumbh Mela comes to a close, but devotees continue to flock to Sangam

Firstpost  

The Maha Kumbh Mela, which spanned 4,000 hectares from January 13 to February 26, witnessed an estimated 66 crore devotees taking a dip in the sacred waters Hindu devotees take ritualistic dips at the confluence of the rivers Ganges, Yamuna and mythical Saraswati on Shivaratri, the final day of Maha Kumbh festival, in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, February 26. The only …

‘Refrain from mocking’: BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar tells news channel over report on Mahakumbh
3 weeks ago

‘Refrain from mocking’: BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar tells news channel over report on Mahakumbh

Live Mint  

Former Union minister and BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Tuesday lashed out at a Malayalam television channel that supposedly mocked the recently-concluded Mahakumbh mela during one of its shows. The former Union minister informed that he has brought this up with the senior management of the news channel and asked them to refrain from such “inadvertent or other mocking” of …

Fact Check: 2024 Dev Diwali Fireworks Falsely Shared as 2025 Maha Kumbh
3 weeks ago

Fact Check: 2024 Dev Diwali Fireworks Falsely Shared as 2025 Maha Kumbh

Deccan Chronicle  

The 2025 Prayagraj Maha Kumbh Mela concluded on 26 February 2025, on the day of Maha Shivaratri. Amid this, a video clip showing a spectacular fireworks display at a riverbank is going viral on social media, claiming to be from the 2025 Maha Kumbh. Claim: Video shows a spectacular fireworks show held during the 2025 Maha Kumbh. On 26 February …

Kumbh stampede downplayed to avoid panic among 8 crore devotees: Yogi Adityanath
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Kumbh stampede downplayed to avoid panic among 8 crore devotees: Yogi Adityanath

India Today  

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday said his government acted swiftly to control the situation after the January 29 stampede at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, ensuring timely medical aid for victims while preventing widespread panic. Addressing a gathering of Indian Institute of Management and Indian Postal Service officials in Lucknow, Adityanath said, "We did not allow the …

Perplexity AI steps in as Suresh Sambandam questions Kumbh Mela 2025 visitor count: Here’s what it said..
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Perplexity AI steps in as Suresh Sambandam questions Kumbh Mela 2025 visitor count: Here’s what it said..

Live Mint  

Suresh Sambandam, the founder of Kissflow and co-founder of Saasboomi, has come under fire on X after questioning the reported figure of 66 crore visitors at the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025. Taking to the social media platform, Sambandam expressed scepticism over the statistics, stating: “I saw news items saying 66 crore visited. “The figure of 66 crore visitors for the …

Week after Maha Kumbh, Prayagraj feels post-festive void
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Week after Maha Kumbh, Prayagraj feels post-festive void

India Today  

More than 60 crore people visited Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj over 45 days to witness the Maha Kumbh Mela, a once-in-a-lifetime event held every 144 years. A week after the grand Maha Kumbh Mela concluded on Maha Shivratri, the city bore a desolate look. Workers dismantle tents after the conclusion of Maha Kumbh Mela, at Sangam in Prayagraj. In keeping with …

Maha Kumbh 2025: How many lost devotees were reunited with their families in Prayagraj?
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Maha Kumbh 2025: How many lost devotees were reunited with their families in Prayagraj?

Hindustan Times  

Over 54,000 people, who got separated from their loved ones during the recently concluded Maha Kumbh mela in Prayagraj, were successfully reunited with their families due to the efforts of the Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government. Maha Kumbh 2025 brought over 66 crore devotees to Prayagraj from across the world Amidst the sea of devotees, many got separated from their …

How does the Maha Kumbh ground in Prayagraj look after the Mela | Photos
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

How does the Maha Kumbh ground in Prayagraj look after the Mela | Photos

Hindustan Times  

How does the Maha Kumbh ground in Prayagraj look after the Mela | Photos The Maha Kumbh Mela started on January 13 and ended on the occasion of Maha Shivratri in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. The Maha Kumbh Mela started on January 13 and ended on the occasion of Maha Shivratri in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh on February 26 1 / 11 …

How Prayagraj mela grounds look after Maha Kumbh 2025
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How Prayagraj mela grounds look after Maha Kumbh 2025

Hindustan Times  

Prayagraj, once the stunning epicentre that hosted the grand Maha Kumbh Mela, one of the largest religious gatherings in the world, is now in the process of returning to normalcy after a record footfall. A 15-day special cleanliness drive began at the Maha Kumbh Mela grounds/ On Friday, a 15-day special cleanliness drive began at the Maha Kumbh Mela grounds …

Over 66 Crore Devotees Took Holy Dip During Maha Kumbh, 1.53 Crore On Final Day
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Over 66 Crore Devotees Took Holy Dip During Maha Kumbh, 1.53 Crore On Final Day

ABP News  

The 45-day spiritual Maha Kumbh which commenced on January 13, on the occasion of Makar Sankranti, witnessed a record gathering of devotees taking dip at the Triveni Sangam -- the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati rivers -- in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. According to the UP government, on the last day of Maha Kumbh, which concluded on …

Maha Kumbh 2025 concludes: When is next Kumbh Mela?
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Maha Kumbh 2025 concludes: When is next Kumbh Mela?

Hindustan Times  

The grand Maha Kumbh 2025 in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj, concluded on Wednesday, February 26, after 45 days of celebrations, drawing over 66 crore devotees. Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his guidance in organising the Maha Kumbh Mela. The fair that takes place every four years is called Kumbh Mela, …

Maha Kumbh draws to a close: over 1.4 crore people take holy dip on Sivaratri
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Maha Kumbh draws to a close: over 1.4 crore people take holy dip on Sivaratri

The Hindu  

Lakhs and lakhs of devotees streamed towards the Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga, the Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati, on Wednesday for the final snan of the Maha Kumbh at Prayagraj on the occasion of the Maha Sivaratri festival. Over 1.44 crore people had taken the holy dip till 6 p.m. on the concluding day of the Maha Kumbh, …

Maha Kumbh 2025 ends with 66 crore attendees, stampedes, viral stars like Monalisa | Recap
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Maha Kumbh 2025 ends with 66 crore attendees, stampedes, viral stars like Monalisa | Recap

Hindustan Times  

As the Maha Kumbh 2025 in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj concluded on Wednesday, February 26, with the final holy dip on Mahashivratri, the world’s largest spiritual gathering is leaving behind more than just numbers – some faces like ‘Monalisa' and IIT 'Baba’ amid the overwhelming crowd of over 66 crore that made hit headlines and some tragic moments like stampedes. While …

In pictures: Maha Kumbh 2025 comes to an end with final ‘snan’ on Maha Shivratri
3 weeks, 6 days ago

In pictures: Maha Kumbh 2025 comes to an end with final ‘snan’ on Maha Shivratri

The Hindu  

The holy city of Ayodhya on Wednesday witnessed a massive influx of devotees on Maha Shivratri as thousands gathered to offer prayers at Shiva temples across the city, as the 45-day Maha Kumbh drew to a close. Devotees gather to take a dip at the Triveni Sangam on the occasion of Maha Shivratri and the culmination of Maha Kumbh at …

Mahakumbh 2025: Over 1 crore devotees take holy dip today as Maha Shivratri marks grand conclusion of the mega-event
1 month ago

Mahakumbh 2025: Over 1 crore devotees take holy dip today as Maha Shivratri marks grand conclusion of the mega-event

Live Mint  

Mahakumbh 2025: Over one crore devotees have taken holy dip since Wednesday morning on the occasion of Maha Shivratri. As per Uttar Pradesh government, over 1.18 crore Indians have taken holy dip at Prayagraj's Mahakumbh 2025 on Wednesday. Mahakumbh 2025: Large number of devotees arrive in Prayagraj | Watch A large number of devotees are arriving in Prayagraj since morning …

Maha Kumbh 2025 | How world media covered 45-day event in Prayagraj: ‘More pilgrims than US population’
1 month ago

Maha Kumbh 2025 | How world media covered 45-day event in Prayagraj: ‘More pilgrims than US population’

Hindustan Times  

Maha Kumbh 2025: A sea of pilgrims from across the country on Wednesday, February 26, took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam on Maha Shivratri as the 45-day Maha Kumbh inched towards its closure. Naga Sadhus arrive in a procession to take a holy dip in Sangam, the confluence of Ganges, Yamuna and Saraswati rivers, at the Maha Kumbh …

Prayagraj Maha Kumbh concludes today: Over one crore pilgrims expected to take holy dip on Maha Shivaratri
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1 month ago

Prayagraj Maha Kumbh concludes today: Over one crore pilgrims expected to take holy dip on Maha Shivaratri

Op India  

On the pious occasion of Maha Shivratri, hundreds of thousands of devotees flocked to Prayagraj’s Triveni Sangam on 26th February for the final holy dip during the Maha Kumbh. त्रिभुवनपति भगवान शिव और पुण्य सलिला माँ गंगा सभी का… — Yogi Adityanath February 25, 2025 “More than 1.30 crore devotees today and over 63.36 crore devotees so far have taken …

Mahakumbh 2025: Massive Devotee Gathering in Prayagraj, Varanasi, and Ayodhya
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1 month ago

Mahakumbh 2025: Massive Devotee Gathering in Prayagraj, Varanasi, and Ayodhya

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On the final bathing day of the Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj, an overwhelming number of devotees have gathered for the sacred dip. Since morning, over 5.5 million pilgrims have taken the holy bath, contributing to a record-breaking count of over 650 million devotees since the event began on January 13. With the conclusion of the Mahakumbh coinciding with the auspicious …

Mahakumbh 2025: PM Modi, Ambanis, Akshay Kumar and other politicians & celebrities who took the holy dip – See pics
1 month ago

Mahakumbh 2025: PM Modi, Ambanis, Akshay Kumar and other politicians & celebrities who took the holy dip – See pics

Live Mint  

Amid chants of 'Har Har Mahadev', hordes of pilgrims from Gujarat to Karnataka on Wednesday took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam on Mahashivratri as the 45-day Maha Kumbh draws to a close. As the Maha Kumbh 2025 comes to an end, here is a look at notable figures who took the holy dip. Prime Minister Narendra Modi offers …

Maha Kumbh 2025 ends today: The hits, misses and stories of viral babas
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Maha Kumbh 2025 ends today: The hits, misses and stories of viral babas

Firstpost  

The Maha Kumbh Mela, which began on January 13, is set to end on the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj on Wednesday. As the world’s largest religious gathering comes to an end, we look at its highs, lows and the many attendees who became famous at the mela Devotees gather to take a holy dip at …

From Bollywood To Industrialists: VIPs Who Took The Sacred Dip At Maha Kumbh 2025
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1 month ago

From Bollywood To Industrialists: VIPs Who Took The Sacred Dip At Maha Kumbh 2025

ABP News  

The six-week-long Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 is set to culminate today with the final snan on the occasion of Maha Shivratri. The devotees who visited Maha Kumbh included a remarkable lineup of several politicians, celebrities, industrialists, and other distinguished personalities, who also arrived in Prayagraj to take a holy dip at the Sangam. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Ministers Amit …

Maha Kumbh 2025 ends today: Maha Shivratri rush at Sangam for final ‘snan’; police on alert in Prayagraj | 10 points
1 month ago

Maha Kumbh 2025 ends today: Maha Shivratri rush at Sangam for final ‘snan’; police on alert in Prayagraj | 10 points

Hindustan Times  

Maha Shivratri at Maha Kumbh 2025: The final day of the grand Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 began on Wednesday, February 26, with devotees rushing to the Triveni Sangam in the wee hours for a holy dip, the last special 'snan', on the occasion of Maha Shivratri. A drone shot of devotees gathered at the Triveni Sangam to take a holy …

Mahakumbh 2025: Mahashivratri’s final ‘Snan’ marks the end of 45-day Kumbh Mela
1 month ago

Mahakumbh 2025: Mahashivratri’s final ‘Snan’ marks the end of 45-day Kumbh Mela

The Hindu  

Amid chants of 'Har Har Mahadev', hordes of pilgrims from across the country on Wednesday took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam on Mahashivratri as the 45-day Maha Kumbh inched towards its closure. In a post on X, the CM said, “Hearty congratulations to all the revered saints, Kalpvasis and devotees who have come to take a holy dip …

Mahashivratri: Prayagraj bans vehicles as crowds swell for last ‘snan’ of Maha Kumbh
1 month ago

Mahashivratri: Prayagraj bans vehicles as crowds swell for last ‘snan’ of Maha Kumbh

Live Mint  

Entry of all vehicles has been banned in Prayagraj as crowds have started to swell in the holy city to participate in the final ‘snan’ of the Maha Kumbh coinciding with the festival of Mahashivratri on February 26. These restrictions of no-vehicles in Maha Kumbh and Prayagraj have been imposed to ensure smooth crowd movement on the concluding day of …

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 highlights: Grand fair sees footfall of more than 66 crore
1 month ago

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 highlights: Grand fair sees footfall of more than 66 crore

Hindustan Times  

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 highlights: 66.30 crore people visited Prayagraj since the start of the Maha Kumbh on January 13 Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 highlights: The month-long celebration of Maha Kumbh, one the world’s largest religious gatherings, comes to a grand conclusion on Wednesday on the occasion of Maha Shivratri. Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 | Key Points The devotees began …

Devotees flock for final holy dip as Maha Kumbh marks grand culmination today
1 month ago

Devotees flock for final holy dip as Maha Kumbh marks grand culmination today

India Today  

Hundreds of thousands of devotees gathered at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj on Wednesday for the final holy dip of the Maha Kumbh Mela on the occasion of Mahashivratri, as the six-week-long religious congregation is set to conclude later today. Ahead of the snan, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath extended his wishes to devotees on the occasion of the …

Maha Kumbh comes to Noida: Residents turn society pool into Triveni sangam, take shahi snaan. Watch the viral video
1 month ago

Maha Kumbh comes to Noida: Residents turn society pool into Triveni sangam, take shahi snaan. Watch the viral video

Hindustan Times  

The Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj is arguably the world's largest religious and spiritual gathering. Residents of a society in Noida turned their pool into the Triveni sangam using water from Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj The biggies of Bollywood too flocked to the holy site, including actors such as Akshay Kumar, Katrina Kaif, Vicky Kaushal, Raveena Tandon, Rasha Thadani, Pankaj …

Mahakumbh 2025: Isha Ambani, husband Anand Piramal take holy dip at Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj
1 month ago

Mahakumbh 2025: Isha Ambani, husband Anand Piramal take holy dip at Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj

Live Mint  

Reliance Industries board member and Mukesh Ambani's daughter, Isha Ambani, and husband, Anand Piramal, were spotted at the Triveni Sangam taking a holy dip on the second last day of Maha Kumbh, according to a video shared by the news agency ANI. Other famous individuals like the former Indian team fast bowler Ishant Sharma, cricketer Suresh Raina, singer Kailash Kher, …

Maha Kumbh 2025: Prayagraj to turn into ‘no-vehicle zone’ from 6pm ahead of Mahashivratri | Check advisory
1 month ago

Maha Kumbh 2025: Prayagraj to turn into ‘no-vehicle zone’ from 6pm ahead of Mahashivratri | Check advisory

Hindustan Times  

With a massive influx of devotees expected for the final special bathing day on February 26, coinciding with Mahashivratri, vehicle movement will be restricted in the Maha Kumbh Mela area from 4pm on Tuesday, while the entire Prayagraj region will follow suit from 6pm onwards. The Maha Kumbh Mela area will be closed to cars starting at 4 PM on …

Check Out This Bird's Eye View Of Sangam As Maha Kumbh Devotees Take Holy Dip A Day Before Maha Shivratri
1 month ago

Check Out This Bird's Eye View Of Sangam As Maha Kumbh Devotees Take Holy Dip A Day Before Maha Shivratri

ABP News  

Large numbers of devotees have continued to arrive on Tuesday as well, ahead of the Mahashivratri festival on Wednesday. Videos from the Triveni Sangam captured devotees taking a holy dip, highlighting the deep spiritual significance of the event. #WATCH | Uttar Pradesh: Drone visuals from Triveni Sangam, where devotees continue to arrive to take a holy dip during the ongoing …

Mahakumbh 2025: Administration Advises Devotees to Take Dip at Nearby Ghats to Manage Crowds | ABP NEWS
1 month ago

Mahakumbh 2025: Administration Advises Devotees to Take Dip at Nearby Ghats to Manage Crowds | ABP NEWS

ABP News  

Today marks the 44th day of the Prayagraj Maha Kumbh, with millions of devotees from across the country arriving to take a sacred dip in the Sangam. As Maha Shivaratri approaches tomorrow, an even larger number of devotees are expected to participate in this spiritual event, marking the culmination of the Maha Kumbh. The administration has urged devotees to refrain …

Kumbh Mela: Authorities impose ‘no vehicle zone’ from 4 p.m.
1 month ago

Kumbh Mela: Authorities impose ‘no vehicle zone’ from 4 p.m.

The Hindu  

The Maha Kumbh Mela area will be a no-vehicle zone from 4 p.m. on Tuesday, with the entire Prayagraj following suit from 6 p.m. onwards in view of the massive influx of devotees for the last special bathing date coinciding with Mahashivratri on February 26. Watch | The Maha Kumbh will inspire future generations as a symbol of unity: PM …

Vicky Kaushal, Katrina to Tamannaah: Celebs who took holy dip in Maha Kumbh 2025
1 month ago

Vicky Kaushal, Katrina to Tamannaah: Celebs who took holy dip in Maha Kumbh 2025

India Today  

The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 is taking place in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, marking one of the largest spiritual gatherings in the world. Photo: AP Actor-model Milind Soman took a holy dip at the Maha Kumbh Mela on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya. Photo: Instagram/Milind Soman Katrina Kaif arrived at Maha Kumbh 2025 on February 24 along with her mother-in-law, Veena …

Bollywood at Maha Kumbh 2025: From Akshay Kumar to Katrina Kaif, celebrities who attended Sangam
1 month ago

Bollywood at Maha Kumbh 2025: From Akshay Kumar to Katrina Kaif, celebrities who attended Sangam

The Hindu  

A bevy of Bollywood celebrities visited Prayagraj over the last few weeks to take a holy dip at the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025. From Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal to Akshay Kumar, Hindi film actors joined the euphoria at Sangam, the convergence of the holy rivers of Ganga and Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati. On Monday, Bollywood actor Katrina Kaif …

Yogi Adityanath attacks Akhilesh Yadav over Maha Kumbh: 'Non-Sanatani was in-charge in 2013'
1 month ago

Yogi Adityanath attacks Akhilesh Yadav over Maha Kumbh: 'Non-Sanatani was in-charge in 2013'

Hindustan Times  

Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday slammed the Samajwadi Party in the UP assembly over Maha Kumbh, saying the Akhilesh Yadav government had made a 'non-Sanatani' in-charge of the 2013 mela. UP chief minister Yogi Adityanath at an event in the Maha Kumbh Mela area on Sunday. Yogi Adityanath, reacting to the opposition's claim of mismanagement in the …

Akshay Kumar takes holy dip at Maha Kumbh 2025, thanks UP CM ‘Yogi sahab’ for arrangements
1 month ago

Akshay Kumar takes holy dip at Maha Kumbh 2025, thanks UP CM ‘Yogi sahab’ for arrangements

Live Mint  

Akshay Kumar took holy dip at Mahakumbh 2025 in Prayagraj on Monday. Akshay Kumar takes holy dip | Watch “I still remember when the last Kumbh was held in 2019, people would come with bundles, but this time all the big people are coming, the Ambanis, Adanis and big actors, everyone is coming,” Akshay Kumar added. ‘All the big people …

Akshay Kumar reaches Prayagraj for Maha Kumbh 2025, takes a holy dip in Triveni Sangam; watch
1 month ago

Akshay Kumar reaches Prayagraj for Maha Kumbh 2025, takes a holy dip in Triveni Sangam; watch

Hindustan Times  

The biggest celebration of the year 2025 is definitely the Maha Kumbh. In a rare occurrence, the Moon, Sun, Mercury and Jupiter align together, making the Maha Kumbh the most auspicious Kumbh Mela and a once in a lifetime experience. Akshay Kumar at the Maha Kumbh One of the most popular and adored actors of the Hindi film industry, Akshay …

Mahakumbh 2025: Millions of Devotees Attend Kumbh Mela, Crowd Grows Ahead of Mahashivratri | ABP NEWS
1 month ago

Mahakumbh 2025: Millions of Devotees Attend Kumbh Mela, Crowd Grows Ahead of Mahashivratri | ABP NEWS

ABP News  

The Mahakumbh Mela continues to draw millions of devotees to Prayagraj, with the total number of devotees who have bathed in the holy Sangam reaching 62 crores. Although today, being Monday, the crowd is somewhat smaller compared to the weekend, the number still remains in the millions. Many devotees travel long distances, even on foot, to reach the Sangam, often …

Mahakumbh 2025: Over 62 Crore Devotees Participate as Sacred Rituals Continue at Triveni Sangam
1 month ago

Mahakumbh 2025: Over 62 Crore Devotees Participate as Sacred Rituals Continue at Triveni Sangam

ABP News  

The ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj has become a symbol of faith and devotion, with millions of devotees flocking to the Sangam for a sacred dip. Thousands continue to arrive, forming a sea of devotees, especially near the Triveni Sangam, where the sacred confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and the Saraswati River attracts thousands each day. Uttar Pradesh Chief …

Maha Kumbh: 13 FIRs registered against 140 social media handles for misleading content
1 month ago

Maha Kumbh: 13 FIRs registered against 140 social media handles for misleading content

The Hindu  

Maha Kumbh Deputy Inspector General of Police Vaibhav Krishna confirmed that 13 FIRs have been filed against 140 social media handles that disseminated misleading content. He also assured that the police have made all necessary arrangements for the upcoming Maha Shivratri festival on February 26, 2025. "13 FIRs have been registered against 140 social media handles that shared misleading content.Today, …

Maha Kumbh: Case against 140 social media handles for 'misleading' content
1 month ago

Maha Kumbh: Case against 140 social media handles for 'misleading' content

India Today  

Authorities in Prayagraj have intensified their crackdown on misinformation related to the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela. Deputy Inspector General of Police Vaibhav Krishna announced that 13 FIRs have been registered against 140 social media handles for spreading misleading content about the grand religious gathering. "Thirteen FIRs have been registered against 140 social media handles that shared misleading content," Krishna told …

Akshay Kumar visits Maha Kumbh ahead of Mahashivratri. Watch
1 month ago

Akshay Kumar visits Maha Kumbh ahead of Mahashivratri. Watch

India Today  

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar visited Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj on Monday. Watch here: #WATCH | Actor Akshay Kumar takes a holy dip in Sangam waters during ongoing #Mahakumbh in UP's Prayagraj pic.twitter.com/rHRM1XrEB0 — ANI February 24, 2025 VIDEO | Maha Kumbh 2025: Bollywood star Akshay Kumar after taking a holy dip in Triveni Sangam says, "I enjoyed, there is a …

Mahakumbh 2025: Over 32 Million Devotees Take Sacred Dip at Kumbh Mela as Final Days Approach
1 month ago

Mahakumbh 2025: Over 32 Million Devotees Take Sacred Dip at Kumbh Mela as Final Days Approach

ABP News  

As the Maha Kumbh Mela reaches its 42nd day, the scene at Sangam is bustling with a massive influx of devotees. Many devotees, including those from Bihar, Delhi, and Aligarh, are enduring long walks, some covering up to 8 to 10 kilometers to take a dip. The Kumbh Mela, which began on January 13 with the Paush Purnima, has exceeded …

Mahakumbh 2025: 60 Million Devotees Flock to kumbh Mela in Prayagraj Amid Traffic Jams
1 month ago

Mahakumbh 2025: 60 Million Devotees Flock to kumbh Mela in Prayagraj Amid Traffic Jams

ABP News  

The ongoing Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj has drawn over 60 million devotees to take a dip in the holy confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the Sarasvati rivers. As the last days of the event approach, roads and highways leading to Prayagraj are packed with crowds and long queues of vehicles. In the final days leading up to Mahashivratri, devotees …

Mahakumbh: 62 crore devotees have come to Kumbh Mela so far, one of century's rarest events, says CM Yogi
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1 month ago

Mahakumbh: 62 crore devotees have come to Kumbh Mela so far, one of century's rarest events, says CM Yogi

India TV News  

Mahakumbh: 62 crore devotees have come to Kumbh Mela so far, one of century's rarest events, says CM Yogi Kumbh Mela 2025: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Sunday that 62 crore devotees have come to the Mahakumbh so far and the gathering of such a large number of people during a certain period is in itself "one …

This Week in Explainers: Is it safe to take a dip at Maha Kumbh Mela?
1 month ago

This Week in Explainers: Is it safe to take a dip at Maha Kumbh Mela?

Firstpost  

More than 50 crore people have taken a dip at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj. We talk about this row, the KIIT student death and more in our weekly roundup Devotees perform rituals while taking a holy dip during the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj. A report says that there are high levels of faecal matter present …

This Week in Explainers: Is it safe to take a dip at Maha Kumbh Mela?
1 month ago

This Week in Explainers: Is it safe to take a dip at Maha Kumbh Mela?

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More than 50 crore people have taken a dip at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj. We talk about this row, the KIIT student death and more in our weekly roundup Devotees perform rituals while taking a holy dip during the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj. A report says that there are high levels of faecal matter present …

Mahakumbh devotees count crosses 60-crore mark, last snan on February 26
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Mahakumbh devotees count crosses 60-crore mark, last snan on February 26

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Mahakumbh devotees count crosses 60-crore mark, last snan on February 26 Mahakumbh 2025: With over 1.43 crore snan recorded today, the participation of devotees at the Mahakumbh has crossed the 60-crore mark. The Uttar Pradesh government on Saturday announced that unexpectedly 60 crore devotees at the Maha Kumbh Mela have taken a holy dip in the Triveni Sangam. Expected to …

Maha Kumbh: UP govt gears up for Mahashivratri, last major snan day
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Maha Kumbh: UP govt gears up for Mahashivratri, last major snan day

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The Uttar Pradesh government on Friday said it has ramped up preparations at Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj to ensure seamless arrangements for devotees in the final significant bath on Mahashivratri which falls on February 26. Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Singh and Director General of Police Prashant Kumar visited Mahakumbh Nagar to review the arrangements and provide necessary instructions to officials, …

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