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The sacred geography they bulldozed: How Modi’s vision erased Kashi

Mahadev floats in ghostly neon blue inside a glass box. As he tilts his head to swallow the poison of Samudramanthan, a cloud of blue smoke hisses out and helicopter style blades spin. The drama is irresistible.

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When the bulldozer came for Mahadev’s city

On January 9 this year, a bulldozer arrived at Manikarnika Ghat in Banaras – one of the holiest sites in Hinduism – by barge, through the river, because the galis were too narrow for it to enter any other way.

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Could This Hidden Well in Banaras Reveal Your Death Date?

Hidden in a narrow lane of Banaras lies a small, unassuming well called Chandrakup. Locals whisper that if you peer into it and your shadow doesn’t appear, it predicts your death within six months. Legends say the Moon God created this well to please Lord Shiva, and its power has…

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What Are the 6 Spiritual Truths Only Banaras Can Teach You About Life?

Banaras, also called Kashi, is not just a city but a living lesson in spirituality, patience, and devotion. Its narrow lanes, sacred ghats, and ancient rituals reveal deeper truths about life. Every sunrise over the Ganga and each temple bell tells a story of timeless wisdom. The city does not…

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The meeting that never happened: Farewell Sankarshan Thakur

For me, it had almost become a ritual. In each of the past three Bihar assembly elections, before setting out for the state, I would make it a point to meet Sankarshan Thakur once. First at the PTI building, later at the INS building in the national capital.

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When Indian hockey star arranged Banarasi sarees for marriage of Pakistani player's sister

The tales of camaraderie between Indian and Pakistani sports persons off the field are heartwarming, despite the ongoing political tensions between the two countries. These stories transcend boundaries and showcase the deep bonds formed through the love for the sport.

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‘Police now part of active psychology’: Author Vyomesh Shukla on dissent, politics of Varanasi

Varanasi, Banaras, or Kashi has been home to spirituality, music and literature for centuries, with personalities such as Dara Shikoh, Pandit Ravi Shankar and Bismillah Khan associated with the ancient city. But over the past decade, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the incumbent MP from Varanasi, the city has undergone…

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Kashi Tamil Sangamam Express regular service to start on Dec 28

Weekly Kanyakumari-Banaras-Kanyakumari Kashi Express to start from Dec 28 & 24. PM flags off inaugural special with 1,094 passengers.

The Hindu

Where do Gods live? Devdutt Pattanaik explains

As curious little kids, we used to ask our parents, “Maa, where does Shiv ji live” or “Where does Krishna live”? The replies were both simple and different for them all. Some lived in Mount Kailash, others lived in Nidhivan and some others lived in Banaras.

The Times of India

‘Witnessing such sights each day has a deep, scarring impact on the children at Manikarnika Ghat,’ says Radhika Iyengar, author of Fire on the Ganges

Radhika Iyengar's debut book, ‘Fire on the Ganges’, paints a vivid picture of the Doms of Banaras, a community whose traditional occupation is cremating corpses at the ghats. Through her research, Iyengar explores the lives of the Doms beyond the cremation ground, examining their choices, education, and attempts to break…

The Hindu

A Hindu-Muslim dispute tests centuries of interfaith culture in India's Varanasi

Both faith communities have long shared this sacred city. But some Hindus have taken legal action over a mosque they claim holds idols of Hindu deities.

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Railway staff hand over luggage that passenger left behind on Vande Bharat Express

SWR returns ₹4 lakh worth of luggage to passenger. GM Sanjeev Kishore appreciates staff for good deed. SWR to augment coaches for Ganesh Chaturthi. Trains to be rescheduled/regulated due to maintenance work. Train services between Mysuru-Varanasi & Hubballi-Banaras to be cancelled/diverted.

The Hindu

Banarasi paan: Savour the flavour of the GI-tagged mouth freshener

Traditional Banarasi paan got the GI tag in March this year along with the Banarasi Langra mango. The recognition cements what we have known all along: there is no other paan like the paan of Banaras

The Hindu

UP: 16 IPS Officers Get New Postings To Banaras, Agra, Noida, Ghaziabad And Prayagraj

As many as 16 Indian Police Service (IPS) officers were sent to new postings on Monday, following the approval from the Uttar Pradesh cabinet to implement the police commissionerate system in the cities of Prayagraj, Agra, and Ghaziabad, as per an official statement. Read on for details:

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Ranchi-Banaras Express to resume from August 20

PATNA: Railways has decided to restore the services of Ranchi-Banaras Express (18611/18612) from August 20 to fulfil the need of passengers travelling on this particular route. This train will leave Ranchi every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8.10pm and reach Banaras at 9.25am the next day. On its…

The Hindu

Gyanvapi dispute | Locals insist 'ganga-jamuni' culture must not erode

"The matter is between Hindu-Muslim brothers of Banaras and there is no need to make it national issue," a Varanasi resident said

The Hindu

Pretty as a Pichwai: on Shanti Banaras’ range of tapestries

Intricately embroidered peacocks, lotuses, and rivers are the highlight of Shanti Banaras’ new line of tapestries

The Times of India

Exclusive: I didn’t hide my marriage. I just didn’t speak about it, says Vidisha Srivastava aka Anita Bhabhi of Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai!

Vidisha Srivastava, who joined Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai! to play the new Anita bhabhi following the exit of Nehha Pendse, is fiercely guarded about her personal life. In fact, she hid the fact that she is married for almost four years from everyone. The actress tied the knot with Sayak…

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