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September 17, 2026 8:21 PM

PM Modi’s birthday: Rajnath Singh flags off ‘Seva Sankalp Yatra’ from Varanasi to Vadnagar

On the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday flagged off a 'Seva Sankalp Yatra' from Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh to Vadnagar in Gujarat, highlighting the Prime Minister's extraordinary personality, able leadership and relentless dedication to service. The Defence Minister said that PM Modi has given his life true meaning and significance through his extraordinary personality, able leadership and relentless dedication to service. "A great ...

September 15, 2026 5:00 PM

₹10,998-crore Varuna Elevated Corridor to Transform Varanasi’s Transport Network

The ₹10,998-crore, 43.218-km Varuna Elevated Corridor in Varanasi is set to transform the city’s transport network by providing an alternative high-capacity route between NH-31 and the Varanasi Ring Road along the Varuna River. Following the Union Cabinet’s approval in July, the project is expected to ease congestion on existing urban roads and improve connectivity across the city. The predominantly elevated 6/4-lane corridor will be developed by the National Highways Authority of India (...

September 9, 2026 6:11 PM

Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2026 launched with focus on dietary diversity, protein intake and hot cooked meals

The Ministry of Women and Child Development on Wednesday launched the ninth edition of Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2026, beginning a month-long nationwide campaign to strengthen nutrition awareness, community participation and delivery of nutrition services at the grassroots level. The campaign, being observed from September 9 to October 8, has been launched under the theme “Hamari Anganwadi, Hamari Jimmedari” and will focus on dietary diversity, adequate protein intake, fresh hot cooked meals, m...

September 8, 2026 11:09 AM

ICAR-IIVR in Varanasi Begins Five-Day Training for 30 Farmers from 10 States

A five-day hands-on training programme on nursery management and grafting techniques in vegetable crops began at the ICAR-Indian Institute of Vegetable Research (ICAR-IIVR) in Varanasi, with 30 farmers from 10 states participating in the programme. Programme coordinator Dr Anant Bahadur, in his welcome address on Monday, highlighted the importance, benefits and utility of grafting techniques in vegetable production. The training aims to provide farmers with theoretical and practical knowledge ...

August 5, 2026 8:47 PM

Where heritage meets modern mobility: How the Ganga Elevated Corridor will transform Varanasi

Varanasi, one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities and India's spiritual capital, is set for a major infrastructure transformation with the construction of a 46.039-km six-lane Greenfield Ganga Elevated Corridor. Approved by the Union Cabinet on July 15, 2026 at an estimated cost of ₹14,447.64 crore, the project aims to modernise urban mobility while preserving the city's cultural and spiritual heritage. Welcoming more than 15 crore pilgrims and tourists annually, Varanasi has ...

July 15, 2026 3:26 PM

Cabinet approves two elevated corridors worth over ₹25,445 crore to decongest Varanasi

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved two major elevated corridor projects worth over ₹25,445 crore to ease traffic congestion, improve connectivity and strengthen multimodal transport infrastructure in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The projects include a 43.218-km Varuna River Elevated Corridor connecting NH-31 and the Varanasi Ring Road, and a 46.039-km Ganga River Elevated Corridor linking NH-19 with the Varanasi Rin...

June 25, 2026 2:56 PM

Varanasi Takes Flight to the World

India’s aviation sector has taken a major leap forward with the launch of the country’s first Hub-and-Spoke international flight operations from Varanasi. Air India inaugurated the landmark ‘Easy Connect’ service on June 25, marking the beginning of a new era in seamless international travel. Under the innovative Hub-and-Spoke model, passengers can now complete check-in, immigration, and customs formalities at their home airport before boarding a domestic flight to a major Indian hub su...

May 26, 2026 6:23 PM

‘India’s prestige has grown worldwide’: Varanasi lauds PM Modi on 12 years in office

Prime Minister Narendra Modi completing 12 years in office drew praise on Tuesday from devotees and residents in his parliamentary constituency of Varanasi, with many hailing his leadership for boosting India's global standing and accelerating development in the temple city. People from Varanasi and visitors said the country's image has strengthened significantly on the global stage during PM Modi's tenure, while Kashi has witnessed visible changes in infrastructure, cleanliness and religious d...

April 28, 2026 9:17 PM

PM Modi addresses Mahila Sammelan in Varanasi, launches Rs 6,350 crore projects; seeks support for women’s reservation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed a massive gathering at a Mahila Sammelan in Varanasi, where he inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for development projects worth around ₹6,350 crore, while strongly emphasising women’s empowerment and seeking support for the implementation of women’s reservation in legislatures. Highlighting the significance of the event, PM Modi said, “Today’s occasion is indeed a celebration of honoring and developing women’s power,” addin...

April 28, 2026 5:11 PM

PM Modi gets grand welcome in Varanasi, to attend Mahila Sammelan, unveil Rs 6,350 crore projects

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in his parliamentary constituency Varanasi on Tuesday for a two-day visit, where he received a grand welcome at the airport from Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, and senior BJP leaders. During his visit, PM Modi will participate in a Mahila Sammelan in Varanasi and inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for development projects worth around ₹6,350 crore, spanning sectors such as railways, roads, water supply, healthc...