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Heavy rains bring Varanasi to standstill, multiple areas submerged under water
Varanasi was brought to a standstill on the last Monday of Sawan as torrential rains battered the city, causing widespread waterlogging and …
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Varanasi schools shut as heavy rains trigger widespread waterlogging across city
The district administration of Varanasi has ordered all schools to remain closed on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, following continuous heavy rainfall and …
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Varanasi schools close for younger students as heavy rain warning issued
Schools in Varanasi will remain closed for students from nursery to class 8 on August 25, 2026, following a heavy rain warning …
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IPS officer Naveen Arora graces Delhi Public School Varanasi's Fenestra event
IPS officer Naveen Arora, Additional Director General of the Varanasi Zone, attended the eighth edition of Fenestra at Delhi Public School Varanasi …
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Ganga River Water Level Surges in Varanasi, Ghats Submerged
Ganga River Water Level Rises Sharply in Varanasi, Several Ghats Submerged Varanasi, August 17: The water level of the Ganga River has …
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Wrestling tradition thrives in Varanasi as Nag Panchami celebrations begin
Wrestling Enthusiasm Soars on Nag Panchami in Varanasi Varanasi, August 17, 2026: The age-old tradition of wrestling in akharas came alive once …
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Kashi Vishwanath Temple to Showcase Ardhanarishwar Form on Nag Panchami
On the auspicious occasion of Nag Panchami coinciding with the third Monday of the holy month of Sawan, devotees visiting the Kashi …
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Young actors selected for prestigious Ramnagar Ramleela roles in Varanasi
The selection process for the five key roles in the world-renowned Ramnagar Ramleela concluded on Friday in Ramnagar, Varanasi.
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Direct flight launched between Vijayawada and Varanasi to enhance pilgrimage tourism
Direct flight service launched between Vijayawada and Varanasi to boost pilgrimage tourism Vijayawada: Union Minister for Civil Aviation K.
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Ganga river water level in Varanasi drops after two stable days
The water level of the Ganga river in Varanasi has started to recede after remaining stable for two days. On Thursday, the …
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Rath Yatra-Girjaghar ropeway trial runs begin in Varanasi
Trial runs for the ambitious Rath Yatra-Girjaghar ropeway project in Varanasi commenced on Tuesday, marking a significant step towards the launch of …
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Varanasi's "Subah-e-Banaras" yoga program transforms daily wellness routines
Yoga has become an integral part of daily life for residents of Varanasi, with the iconic "Subah-e-Banaras" program drawing people of all …
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Bhadohi District to be Renamed Sant Ravidas Nagar by CM Yogi Adityanath
Yogi Adityanath announces Bhadohi's renaming to Sant Ravidas Nagar, honoring the saint's legacy at a Varanasi event.
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Sunit Chourasia Wins DP World PGTI NexGen Golf Tournament in Varanasi
Sunit Chourasia clinches the DP World PGTI NexGen title in Varanasi, marking his third consecutive win and earning Rs 3,17,875 in prize …
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Nursing Student Dies After Forced Abortion Pills; Boyfriend Arrested in Varanasi
A 19-year-old nursing student in Varanasi died after being forced to consume abortion pills by her boyfriend, Mohammad Sameer. The incident occurred …
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Varanasi Weather Today 10 June 2026: 42°C, Sunny | AQI 78 (Moderate)
Varanasi weather today (10 June 2026): 42°C, Sunny. High 47°C, Low 34°C.