As the holy city of Varanasi embraces the spirit of Maha Shivratri, the majestic glow of the Maha Kumbh that once illuminated ...

Welcome to Varanasi, where ancient tradition meets the modern hustle. Follow our journey through this sacred city as we explore the famous Ganges River, share smiles with local children ...

For many Hindus, a visit to the holy city of Varanasi precedes their pilgrimage to the Kumbh Mela, a city located about 75 miles away from the main site of the festival. Worshippers are called to ...

In India, Varanasi is considered a holy city. Millions of Hindus believe that people who die here, in this city on the Ganges, are lucky. Because if they are cremated here, they can break the ...

Mua Kuvar Tiwari lies on a wooden cot in an incense-filled room at a home for the dying in the holy city of Varanasi. Her family brought her here to attain salvation for her soul. A 10-hour ...

At the spiritual epicenter of India, Varanasi beckons those who wish to be altered with its rich history and meditative spots ...

Authorities in Varanasi have stopped the Ganga Aarti performed at the ghats of the holy city for the general public till February 5 due to the overwhelming surge of people thanks to Maha Kumbh 2025.

From lazy strolls through ancient alleys to sacred rituals along the Ganges, Varanasi in winter promises memories of a ...

Following a stampede at the Sangam area of the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj early Wednesday, which left at least 30 people dead ...

Then they wash and polish all the holy figures, offering bowls and plates ... There are two ghats in the old city of Varanasi where corpses are cremated. One of them is the Manikarnika Ghat ...

Due to ongoing traffic in Varanasi, the District Magistrate ordered all schools to shift to online mode. Students and parents ...