Varanasi

The Dalmandi road widening project in Varanasi has officially started. The Public Works Department (PWD) has begun measuring houses and shops along the stretch to plan the road expansion and decide compensation for affected property owners. This major step is expected ...

The road widening project from Kaithi intersection to Markandeya Mahadev Dham on the Varanasi-Gorakhpur National Highway is making good progress. The plan aims to expand the road to four lanes over a distance of 2400 meters, improving connectivity and infrastructure in ...

The Directorate of Urban Transport is introducing e-bikes and e-cycles in 15 districts, including Kanpur. This plan will work on a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, similar to how e-buses operate. The initiative aims to provide an easy and eco-friendly way for ...

Varanasi, one of India's holiest cities, has seen a massive increase in the number of devotees, leading authorities to temporarily stop the famous Ganga Aarti at several ghats. This decision, effective until February 5, has been taken to manage the heavy ...

Varanasi, one of India's oldest cities, is preparing to launch the country's first urban ropeway system, aiming to revolutionize transportation in the bustling city. This INR 650-crore project, initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in March 2023, is a blend of ...

To enhance both culture and dining experiences in Varanasi, the Municipal Corporation has launched a project to establish food plazas and courts beneath the city's flyovers and Rail Over Bridges (ROBs). This initiative aims to highlight the rich culinary heritage of ...

India is steadily advancing in its efforts to bring high-speed rail travel to the forefront of its transportation network. While the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) Project is currently the only approved bullet train project under construction, plans for expanding the high-speed ...

Varanasi witnessed the grand celebration of Dev Deepawali 2024 as the Ganga ghats sparkled with thousands of diyas and the sky lit up with dazzling fireworks. This annual event, observed on Kartik Purnima, drew massive crowds eager to experience the spiritual ...

Varanasi, the sacred city on the banks of the Ganga, is gearing up for Dev Deepawali, a festival of lights and devotion that celebrates the victory of Lord Shiva over the demon Tripurasura. Celebrated on Kartik Purnima, Dev Deepawali will take ...

On Kartik Purnima, Varanasi will witness the grand celebration of Dev Deepawali, beginning with the inauguration of Namo Ghat. Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar will light the first lamp, marking the start of this spiritual festival. Joining him are esteemed figures like ...

Tourists heading to Varanasi, also called Banaras, to witness the Dev Diwali festival in 2024 can expect high expenses, especially for the unique experience of viewing the celebrations from a cruise on the Ganges River. Dev Diwali is celebrated on Kartik ...

Tourists visiting Varanasi now have a new way to explore the sacred Ganga River. The luxurious Bengal Ganga Cruise has officially started its operations, offering an upscale experience for travelers journeying between Varanasi and Prayagraj, and Varanasi and Patna. With stops ...