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Ashes, devotion and dance: Masan Holi celebrated at Harishchandra Ghat in Varanasi

Varanasi, Feb. 28 -- Masan Holi was celebrated at the cremation ground of Harishchandra Ghat in Varanasi on Friday. During the celebration, people applied pyre ashes to one another. Many devotees, dre... Read More


US tariff cut brings fresh hope to Bhadohi carpet exporters

Varanasi, Feb. 5 -- Carpet exporters and entrepreneurs in the Bhadohi carpet hub are hopeful of better days ahead after the United States reduced tariffs on Indian carpets to 18% from 50%. Carpet Exp... Read More


NEET aspirant severs foot to avail disability quota benefits

Varanasi, Jan. 24 -- A 24-year-old National Entrance Eligibility Test (NEET) aspirant in Uttar Pradesh's Jaunpur district allegedly amputated his foot in an attempt to be eligible for the disability q... Read More


India riding Reform Express, sports part of progress: PM Modi

Varanasi, Jan. 5 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that India is actively preparing to bid for the 2036 Olympics, leveraging its experience in hosting major international events like the ... Read More