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For the past 25 years, a familiar, gentle and melodious voice has been echoing across the Sangam Nose in Prayagraj, instantly drawing the attention of devotees.“Motorcycle-riding sir, scooter-riding sister, sister in the yellow sari — please do not take your vehicles towards the ghats.” This soothing announcement, reminiscent of All India Radio, has become an inseparable part of the Sangam experience. Yet, for years, visitors have remained curious about the person behind the voice that guides and safeguards millions of pilgrims. The voice belongs to Harishchandra, who stands outside the watchtower police control room at Sangam Nose and has been performing this duty with remarkable dedication since 2001. A Lifelong Duty at the Sangam Harishchandra was first deployed at Sangam No...

Varanasi: Action in the ongoing codeine cough syrup smuggling case in Uttar Pradesh has intensified, with the Sonbhadra police taking significant steps against accused Bhola Prasad Jaiswal. Authorities have seized properties linked to him in Varanasi, as the city police prepare for further action against his son, the absconding mastermind Shubham Jaiswal. A team from Sonbhadra, led by CO City Randhir Mishra, executed court orders to seal properties registered under Bhola Jaiswal and his family. The operation covered areas under Sigra, Mahmoorganj, and Chetganj police stations. Bhola Jaiswal, who was arrested at Kolkata airport, is currently in jail. ₹28.5 Lakh Property SealedThe Sonbhadra police, acting under Section 107 of the BNS code and following judicial orders, sealed propertie...

Prayagraj: During the ongoing Magh Mela in Prayagraj, which coincides with the auspicious Basant Panchami bathing festival at Triveni Sangam, a significant number of devotees have gathered to participate in the rituals. Amidst this, tensions surrounding Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati continue to simmer. In this context, Jagatguru Mahamandaleshwar Santosh Das, popularly known as Satua Baba, made a strong statement addressing those who spread unrest during the inauguration of a four-month-long dhuni (sacred fire) ritual by sadhus. Satua Baba emphasized that individuals should reflect on whether their actions serve the nation or cause harm. Without directly naming Swami Avimukteshwaranand, Satua Baba stated in a media interaction, “If we are true followers of Lord Sha...