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A bride was critically injured after her alleged former lover shot her during the jaimala ceremony at a wedding in Chausa, Buxar district. The accused fled the scene. Police have launched raids and are investigating the suspected love-affair angle behind the attack

The Kashi Vidvat Parishad opposed ‘Masane Ki Holi’ at Manikarnika Ghat and Harishchandra Ghat, calling it unscriptural and recent. Organisers defended the ash-based ritual in Varanasi, citing tradition, amid allegations of misconduct and commercial motives

Gunshots were fired outside a hostel at Banaras Hindu University in Varanasi. No injuries occurred. Police registered an FIR against three suspects, recovered empty shell casings, and are actively searching for the assailants

Ace filmmaker SS Rajamouli has officially announced that his much-awaited pan-Indian film Varanasi, starring Mahesh Babu as Rudhra, will release worldwide on April 7, 2027. The film, initially titled GlobeTrotter, was unveiled at a grand event in Ramoji Film City last year.

Uttar Pradesh police registered eight FIRs in Varanasi over alleged AI-generated and misleading social media posts about Manikarnika Ghat redevelopment. Authorities accused individuals and X handles of spreading false visuals, hurting religious sentiments, and disturbing social harmony during the ongoing beautification project

Millions of devotees thronged Haridwar, Varanasi and Prayagraj on Mauni Amavasya, braving cold and fog to take sacred dips, perform rituals and prayers, as authorities enforced tight security and crowd management during the major Magh Mela bathing day nationwide peacefully

Air travel between Hyderabad and Varanasi was disrupted on Friday morning due to dense fog at Varanasi airport. Airlines cancelled flights, while two aircraft already airborne were forced to return safely to Hyderabad amid poor visibility.

Three children aged three to six died in a Varanasi village after allegedly consuming poisonous kaner fruit while playing. Police said the incident appears accidental, with no foul play suspected, and precautionary medical checks conducted for other children present

In Varanasi, a BJP corporator’s son allegedly slapped a police sub-inspector Thursday evening in the Chowk area. Locals beat him, and police rescued him. Himanshu Srivastava faces a case and is being sent to jail, officials said

Varanasi Police have arrested two men for illegally selling codeine-based cough syrup using forged drug licences. The duo, linked to Shaili Traders, allegedly sold over 5 lakh bottles worth about ₹7 crore through fake documents and diverted supplies for recreational abuse

Goshamahal MLA T Raja Singh urged the Hindu community to boycott SS Rajamouli’s upcoming film Varanasi, accusing the director of hurting religious sentiments through remarks about Lord Hanuman. He questioned the filmmaker’s beliefs and asked people to file complaints against him

Director S S Rajamouli shares how his team worked tirelessly to prevent leaks from Varanasi, expressing frustration after a random drone captured a still. The film, starring Mahesh Babu, introduces Premium Large Scale Format technology for IMAX.

Director S S Rajamouli lauds Mahesh Babu’s disciplined work ethic at the Varanasi title launch. The film’s spellbinding teaser, spanning time periods and regions, introduces Premium Large Scale Format technology for IMAX, promising a cinematic spectacle.

Director S S Rajamouli shares insights on a key sequence from Varanasi, inspired by the Ramayana. Shooting over 60 days with Mahesh Babu as Rama, the director calls it one of the most memorable moments in his filmmaking career.

Priyanka Chopra shares adorable Instagram clips showing her hair being undone in Hyderabad and London, expressing how much she misses husband Nick Jonas. Fans loved her candid moments with hairstylists, capturing the actress’s playful and relatable side.

PM Modi flagged off four new Vande Bharat Express trains from Banaras, connecting Banaras–Khajuraho, Lucknow–Saharanpur, Firozpur–Delhi, and Ernakulam–Bengaluru. The trains aim to reduce travel time, boost tourism, and enhance regional connectivity and economic activity.

Ahead of India’s Asia Cup 2025 clash with Pakistan, special prayers were held in Varanasi and nationwide fan fervour grew. While supporters hailed Team India’s strength, critics questioned cricketing ties with Pakistan amid cross-border tensions following the Pahalgam terror attack.

A 48-year-old teacher, Praveen Jha, was beaten to death in Varanasi after a parking dispute with Adarsh Singh and two accomplices. The trio allegedly attacked him with bricks and a rod. Police arrested all three and registered a case

Seven devotees, including children, were injured during a fire caused by cotton decorations catching fire at Atma Vishweshwar Mahadev Temple in Varanasi during Shravan Purnima Aarti. All victims are receiving treatment and recovering at Kabir Chauraha Divisional Hospital.

Prime Minister Modi will disburse the 20th installment of PM-KISAN on August 2 in Varanasi, benefiting 9.7 crore farmers. A nationwide awareness campaign is planned involving KVKs, ICAR, and grassroots networks to celebrate the government’s landmark direct benefit initiative