After Maha Kumbh stampede, come decongestion measures. Here’s how pilgrims continue to suffer
In the wake of the Maha Kumbh stampede tragedy in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj, the state government introduced strict ...
‘Maa Ganga will keep us safe’: 2 crore take dip day after stampede at Maha Kumbh
Undeterred by the previous day's stampede, nearly 2 crore devotees bathed at the Maha Kumbh at Sangam on Thursday. The Mela ...
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Maha Kumbh Mela is about India, not just Hindus. Don’t dismiss it as outdated
While the politicisation of the Kumbh Mela is something one can understand, what really catches my attention is the criticism it faces from modern Indians.
In India, Concerns of Cover-Up After Stampede at Massive Hindu Festival
The late release of casualty figures at the gathering of millions of people was seen as shielding the political fortunes of a ...
In pictures: What is the Maha Kumbh Mela and why does it attract millions of Hindus?
Officials had been preparing for months for the world’s largest religious festival, with around 400 million Hindu pilgrims ...
Maha Kumbh 2025 Live Updates: Thousands stranded, missing complaints rise; pilgrims face cold nights, food shortage
Maha Kumbh 2025 is witnessing an extraordinary surge in devotees, with over 2 crore pilgrims having already taken a dip at ...
Why this Australian travelled 10,000km for Maha Kumbh Mela: 'Perfect opportunity to pause'
Australians are among the hundreds of millions flocking to North India for one of the largest gatherings on earth. What makes ...
After Maha Kumbh stampede, over 2 lakh vehicles stopped outside Prayagraj to prevent congestion
Authorities worked in close coordination with police forces from these districts to regulate the movement of devotees, ...
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Pilgrims continue to flock Maha Kumbh, no VIP movements on 3 remaining special bathing dates
Over 2.06 crore devotees took a holy bath at the Maha Kumbh, with improved crowd management and safety measures.
Millions of Hindus at India’s Maha Kumbh Mela festival take holy dip a day after fatal stampede
More than nine million people took a "holy dip" at the confluence of three sacred rivers. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Maha Kumbh Mela Stampede: 30 dead, dozens injured. What we know so far
A stampede at the Maha Kumbh on January 29 resulted in 30 deaths and 60 injuries as millions gathered for Mauni Amavasya. The ...
‘Sab paap dhul gaye mere’ says Poonam Pandey after taking a holy dip at Maha Kumbh Mela. Check pics
Actress Poonam Pandey participated in the Maha Kumbh Mela 2023, taking part in the sacred Amrit Snan on Mauni Amavasya. She ...