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IN PHOTOS: Massive fire breaks out at Maha Kumbh Mela

IN PHOTOS: Massive fire breaks out at Maha Kumbh Mela

A big fire broke out at the Maha Kumbh Mela on Sunday due to a cylinder blast, engulfing 18 tents in Sector 19, officials said. Pics/PTI

19 January,2025 06:42 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed
IN PHOTOS: Mahakumbh Mela sees over 1.98 million pilgrims on sixth day

IN PHOTOS: Mahakumbh Mela sees over 1.98 million pilgrims on sixth day

Over 1.98 million pilgrims visited the Mahakumbh Mela on Saturday by 10 am, according to official data from the Uttar Pradesh government. The data reveals that over 10 lakh Kalpvasis and 9.84 lakh pilgrims took a dip at the Triveni Sangam on the sixth day of the Mela. (Pic/ PTI)

18 January,2025 01:45 PM IST | Anisha Shrivastava
IN PHOTOS: At Maha Kumbh Mela, Sadhus take a dip on Makar Sankranti

IN PHOTOS: At Maha Kumbh Mela, Sadhus take a dip on Makar Sankranti

As the first 'Amrit Snan' of Maha Kumbh 2025 is being performed on Makar Sankranti on Tuesday and several Akharas reached the Sangam to take the holy bath, and among them were not only devotees but also sadhus, who are an iconic part of the Kumbh Mela over the years

14 January,2025 01:34 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto
PHOTOS: As Maha Kumbh Mela begins, devotees pray, take a dip in sacred waters

PHOTOS: As Maha Kumbh Mela begins, devotees pray, take a dip in sacred waters

Taking place once every 12 years, the Maha Kumbh Mela begins today in Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh as many Hindu devotees gather on the first day to pray, as organisers expecting 400 million people -- the largest gathering of humanity

13 January,2025 09:36 AM IST | Nascimento Pinto
IN PHOTOS: Anand Akhada's procession arrives in Prayagraj ahead of Mahakumbh

IN PHOTOS: Anand Akhada's procession arrives in Prayagraj ahead of Mahakumbh

The Peshwai of the Anand Akhada arrived in Prayagraj on Monday, marking the beginning of preparations for the Mahakumbh Mela 2025, scheduled to start on January 13. The Anand Akhada camp commenced its journey from the Anand Akhada headquarters in Allahpur, Prayagraj, and entered the Mela area through Daraganj. (PICS/PTI) 

06 January,2025 03:47 PM IST | Anisha Shrivastava
IN PHOTOS: Security forces conduct mock drill ahead of Mahakumbh 2025

IN PHOTOS: Security forces conduct mock drill ahead of Mahakumbh 2025

Uttar Pradesh police conducted a mock drill at various sites of the Mahakumbh Mela Nagar in preparation for the large religious event. Uttar Pradesh's Director General of Police (DGP) Prashant Kumar personally inspected the ongoing security arrangements for the Mahakumbh Mela, set to begin on January 13. (PICS/PTI)

05 January,2025 12:16 PM IST | Anisha Shrivastava
IN PHOTOS: Spiritual splendor at Mahakumbh as Akharas take out Shobha Yatra

IN PHOTOS: Spiritual splendor at Mahakumbh as Akharas take out Shobha Yatra

An atmosphere of spiritual fervour an devotion has filled the air in Prayagraj as the much-awaited Mahakumbh Mela draws near. Pics/PTI

04 January,2025 07:53 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed
IN PHOTOS: Preparations in full swing in Uttar Pradesh for Mahakumbh 2025

IN PHOTOS: Preparations in full swing in Uttar Pradesh for Mahakumbh 2025

Hindu devotees across the world are eagerly waiting for Mahakumbh 2025, which will begin on January 13 in the ancient city of Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh (PICS/PTI)

30 December,2024 02:16 AM IST | Divya Nair
IN PHOTOS: Prayagraj welcomes devotees ahead of Maha Kumbh Mela 2025

IN PHOTOS: Prayagraj welcomes devotees ahead of Maha Kumbh Mela 2025

The Peshwai procession of Awadh has reached Prayagraj ahead of the upcoming 'Maha Kumbh Mela' 2025. It will feature a vibrant display of India's cultural diversity from January 10 to February 24. (Text/ANI, Pics/PTI)

23 December,2024 01:10 PM IST | Joy Manikumar
IN PHOTOS: What awaits at the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025? Everything you need to know

IN PHOTOS: What awaits at the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025? Everything you need to know

The Maha Kumbh Mela, regarded as the world's largest spiritual gathering, is a magnificent display of devotion, faith, and ancient traditions. Hindu pilgrims make their way along the banks of the Sangam, where the Ganges, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswati rivers converge, in anticipation of the Maha Kumbh Mela festival in Prayagraj. (Pic/ PTI & AFP)

17 December,2024 11:24 AM IST | Anisha Shrivastava

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