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Kumbh Mela: Hindu pilgrimage and festival in India
Kumbh Mela is an important Hindu pilgrimage, celebrated approximately every 6 or 12 years, correlated with the partial or full revolution of Jupiter.

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Maha Kumbh 2025: Global Media Reports Record-Breaking Pilgrims, Rituals, And Challenges In Prayagraj [Video]

Maha Kumbh 2025: Global Media Reports Record-Breaking Pilgrims, Rituals, And Challenges In Prayagraj

Maha Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj drew global media attention for its unparalleled scale, rituals, and challenges. Over 65 crore devotees attended, surpassing the U.S. population, as reported by The Wall..

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Filthy Waters at Maha Kumbh: Prayagraj Ganga-Yamuna Fail Bathing Standards, Severe Contamination [Video]

Filthy Waters at Maha Kumbh: Prayagraj Ganga-Yamuna Fail Bathing Standards, Severe Contamination

Shocking reports reveal that the sacred waters of the Ganga and Yamuna at Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj are severely contaminated with faecal bacteria, failing official bathing water standards. Devotees..

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New Delhi Railway Station Stampede | Eyewitnesses share horrific ordeal; 'No Police...' | Watch [Video]

New Delhi Railway Station Stampede | Eyewitnesses share horrific ordeal; 'No Police...' | Watch

Eyewitnesses recount the terrifying moments of the deadly stampede at New Delhi Railway Station, which claimed 18 lives and left dozens injured. Passengers describe the chaos, blaming an "unexpected..

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New Delhi Railway Station Stampede | Death Toll Mounts to 18, Dozens Injured in Tragic Incident [Video]

New Delhi Railway Station Stampede | Death Toll Mounts to 18, Dozens Injured in Tragic Incident

A tragic stampede at New Delhi Railway Station has claimed the lives of 18 people, with dozens injured in the chaos. The incident occurred due to an unexpected rush of passengers, reportedly linked..

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MahaKumbh 2025: Lakhs of pilgrims stranded in massive 300km traffic jam| World's biggest gridlock? [Video]

MahaKumbh 2025: Lakhs of pilgrims stranded in massive 300km traffic jam| World's biggest gridlock?

Lakhs of devotees heading to the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj found themselves stuck in an unprecedented 300-kilometer-long traffic jam, turning highways into massive parking lots. Social media is..

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Fire Breaks Out at Mahakumbh Nagar Camp, No Casualties Reported| Oneindia [Video]

Fire Breaks Out at Mahakumbh Nagar Camp, No Casualties Reported| Oneindia

A fire broke out in Sector 18 of the Mahakumbh Mela Kshetra near Tulsi Chauraha on Old GT Road, Prayagraj. Firefighters promptly arrived at the scene and managed to bring the blaze largely under..

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Budget 2025: Massive Protests Erupt as FM Sitharaman Presents Budget, Opposition Raises Kumbh Death [Video]

Budget 2025: Massive Protests Erupt as FM Sitharaman Presents Budget, Opposition Raises Kumbh Death

OPPOSITION WALKS OUT ASFM SITHARAMAN PRESENTS BUDGET As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented Budget 2025 in Parliament, massive protests erupted both inside and outside the House. The..

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Maha Kumbh Stampede: 30 Dead, Many Injured | 'Avoid Sangam Nose' - Watch CM Yogi Adityanath's Appeal [Video]

Maha Kumbh Stampede: 30 Dead, Many Injured | 'Avoid Sangam Nose' - Watch CM Yogi Adityanath's Appeal

Following the tragic stampede at the Maha Kumbh Mela, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has issued a crucial safety warning for pilgrims. He urged devotees to avoid the crowded and highly..

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India: At least 30 killed and 60 more people injured in crush at Kumbh Mela pilgrimage [Video]

India: At least 30 killed and 60 more people injured in crush at Kumbh Mela pilgrimage

A stampede killed at least people as millions of Hindus rushed to take their holy bath in the waters of the Ganges and Yamuna rivers.

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Maha Kumbh 2025: Hema Malini, Baba Ramdev Take Holy Dip Despite Stampede - Cong. Slams VIP Treatment [Video]

Maha Kumbh 2025: Hema Malini, Baba Ramdev Take Holy Dip Despite Stampede - Cong. Slams VIP Treatment

BJP MP Hema Malini and Baba Ramdev took part in the Mauni Amavasya dip at Maha Kumbh, expressing gratitude and prayers after a tragic stampede. Authorities had halted rituals temporarily as they..

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'1,000 Hindus still missing': SP chief Akhilesh Yadav makes big claim, attacks Centre & CM Yogi over Maha Kumbh arrangements

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has expressed concerns over the arrangements at the Maha Kumbh event and accused the BJP government of not doing enough to find nearly 1,000 missing Hindus. He also..
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Din in Lok Sabha as Rahul Gandhi rises to speak after PM Modi, denied nod

Lok Sabha witnessed chaos after PM Modi's statement on Maha Kumbh, as Rahul Gandhi was denied permission to speak. The opposition protested, leading to adjournment. Rahul supported the PM's statement..
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MHA refuses to share Kumbh stampede data, says such info not Centre's domain

The home ministry stated it does not maintain data on fatalities and injuries from the stampede at Maha Kumbh mela, as such incidents fall under state jurisdiction. The ministry shared that religious..
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Home Ministry declines to share fatality data on Maha Kumbh Stampede, says issue falls under state jurisdiction

The home ministry did not share information on fatalities and injuries from the Maha Kumbh mela stampede in Prayagraj. They stated that it is a state subject. Management of such events is the..
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'No such data maintained centrally,' Govt on Kumbh stampede toll in Lok Sabha

Minister Nityanand Rai informed Parliament that there is no central data on casualties during the Maha Kumbh Mela stampede in Prayagraj, as religious congregation management is a state matter. He..
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'Did not pay condolences': Rahul Gandhi targets PM Modi on Maha Kumbh speech in Lok Sabha

Rahul Gandhi criticized PM Modi for not expressing condolences for the Maha Kumbh stampede victims during his Lok Sabha address. He also highlighted employment issues. PM Modi had praised the success..
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'Nectar of unity is key outcome of Maha Kumbh': Top quotes from PM Modi's address in Lok Sabha

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Prayagraj's Maha Kumbh 2025 as a significant milestone for India during his address to the Lok Sabha. He credited the people of India, UP, and Prayagraj for their..
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Ayodhya's Ram Janmabhoomi Trust paid whopping tax of Rs...; 1.26 crore devotees visited city during Maha Kumbh

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'Maha Kumbh water fit for bathing': Centre tells Parliament citing new CPCB report


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Raj Thackeray flags Ganga pollution issue, declines drinking Maha Kumbh water

MNS chief Raj Thackeray raised concerns over the cleanliness of the Ganga river, questioning the water quality during the Maha Kumbh. Despite its sacred status, recent CPCB reports showed significant..
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Maha Kumbh water fit for bathing, says new CPCB report, cites 'variability in data'

The Central Pollution Control Board's recent report has declared the water quality in Maha Kumbh as 'fit for bathing', following an earlier report that identified high faecal bacteria levels. The new..
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From controlled platform access to enhanced surveillance: Railways learns from Maha Kumbh, announces crowd-control measures at 60 busy stations

Indian Railways, led by minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, announced plans to tackle station overcrowding with new measures including permanent waiting areas outside 60 busy stations, complete access control,..
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UP: Oppn demands probe into boatman's Rs 30 crore earnings at Maha Kumbh


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Fount of prosperity at Sangam? Boatman 'earned Rs 30 crore in 45 days of Maha Kumbh'


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Boatman who earned whopping Rs 30 crores during Mahakumbh Mela recalls experience: 'Life was tough...'

Inspired by the earnings of boat operators during the 2019 Ardh Kumbh, a boatman's family in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj took a bold entrepreneurial step during the recently concluded Mahakumbh Mela..
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'Not one incident of crime against women in Maha Kumbh': Yogi hails success of Maha Kumbh

Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath praised the successful organization of the recent Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, highlighting zero incidents of harassment, looting, or abduction against women..
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After Kumbh, Ganga water at several places in Bihar unfit for bathing, says survey

The water quality of the Ganga river in Bihar has been found unsuitable for bathing due to high levels of bacteriological pollution. The contamination is primarily from untreated sewage and domestic..
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Three years of preparation, Rs 5000 crore investment, helped railways run over 17,000 trains for Maha Kumbh

The Indian Railways successfully operated over 17,000 trains in 45 days for the Maha Kumbh, carrying around 4.5-5 crore people. This large-scale operation was made possible through a Rs 5,000 crore..
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'Hiding truth sign of guilt': Akhilesh Yadav's jab after PM Modi's Maha Kumbh post

Akhilesh Yadav criticized PM Modi's Maha Kumbh post for not mentioning the victims of the January 29 stampede, implying that hiding the truth signifies guilt. PM Modi highlighted Maha Kumbh's unity and..
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Maha Kumbh: Adityanath praises PM Modi, hails collective efforts made for smooth conduct of Mela

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4 Kumbh pilgrims, including two from Bihar, killed as car crashes into house

Four Kumbh pilgrims from Bihar and Jharkhand lost their lives, and five others were injured when their speeding SUV crashed into a house on the Pratapgarh-Ayodhya highway in Uttar Pradesh. The pilgrims..
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In novel Maha Kumbh declaration, UP to support state’s temples, mosques turn environment friendly

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'Magical, heartwarming & bit sad': Preity Zinta after taking 3rd holy dip in Maha Kumbh

Actress Preity Zinta described her third holy dip at Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj as a blend of magical, heartwarming, and sad moments. She shared her experiences and reflections on spirituality and..
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'What she is saying is wrong': BJP's Mithun Chakraborty refutes Mamata Banerjee's remarks on Maha Kumbh

BJP leader Mithun Chakraborty disputes Mamata Banerjee's claim regarding the Maha Kumbh's occurrence and attendee numbers, emphasizing the event's significance. Banerjee clarifies her comments, urging..
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Devotion, despair and triumph of human spirit

Photojournalist SL Shanth Kumar of TOI documents the profound faith and determination experienced at the Maha Kumbh Mela. Despite facing chaos, a stampede, and immense challenges, his journey..
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Maha Kumbh ends today with Shivratri snan

Prayagraj hosted Maha Kumbh for 45 days, attracting over 64 crore pilgrims. The confluence ends with Maha Shivratri snan and a farewell at Kashi Vishwanath temple in Varanasi. Naga sadhus will offer..
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'Political opportunism in Maha Kumbh': SP's Akhilesh Yadav counters UP CM Yogi Adityanath's 'vultures' jibe at opposition

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Maha Kumbh 2025: Isha Ambani takes holy dip with husband Anand Piramal at Triveni Sangam

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With vultures and pigs reference, Yogi Adityanath targets opposition over Maha Kumbh criticism

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'SP govt put non-sanatani in charge of Kumbh Mela': UP CM Yogi slams Akhilesh over Maha Kumbh remark

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'Jungle Raj people troubled with Maha Kumbh': PM Modi's dig at Lalu Yadav

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'Those with slave mentality keep attacking our faith': PM Modi's big attack on opposition over Maha Kumbh criticism

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For Mahakumbh final week, Indian Railways sets up holding areas in stations for crowd management: 'Passengers are allowed to...'

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Wholesale hub shut due to Maha Kumbh, medicine crisis in Prayagraj

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Man locks ill mother at home, takes wife, kids to Maha Kumbh for holy dip

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Akhilesh Yadav's 'Shami' taunt at Yogi Adityanath: 'Has cricketer's name also been changed?'

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