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Over 400 Million Devotees Have Taken a Holy Dip at Triveni Sangam During Mahakumbh Thus Far

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1 year ago

February 7, 2025

Over 400 million devotees have made a pilgrimage to the holy confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the unseen Saraswati at Triveni Sangam during the ongoing Mahakumbh. The influx of devotees shows no signs of abating, as sants, Kalpvasis, and householders arrive in droves, driven by profound faith and devotion.

As of Friday morning, the number of pilgrims who have bathed in the sacred waters has exceeded 400 million. By 10 AM on February 7 alone, an additional 4.28 million had taken part, raising the total even further. With 19 days to go until the grand conclusion of the event, Mela officials anticipate that the number of bathers may surpass 500 million.

Despite the three Amrit Snans—namely Makar Sankranti, Mauni Amavasya, and Basant Panchami—held in Prayagraj, the fervor of devotees remains strong. Pilgrims from across India and beyond flock daily to Prayagraj, eager to attain spiritual merit through the sacred bathing. Following the last Amrit Snan on Basant Panchami, millions have continued to visit Triveni Sangam.

An examination of the attendance figures indicates that Mauni Amavasya recorded the largest turnout, with 80 million devotees participating in the holy dip. On Makar Sankranti, 35 million joined the Amrit Snan, while over 20 million took the sacred dip on February 1 and January 30. Paush Purnima attracted 17 million bathers, and Basant Panchami saw 25.7 million devotees immerse themselves in the holy waters.

Numerous political leaders, celebrities, and spiritual figures have partaken in the sacred rituals, including Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, among others. Notable political figures such as UP Governor Anandiben Patel and various state chief ministers also graced the event, including Bhutan’s King and a Nepali Member of Parliament.

Opposition leaders and well-known personalities from various spheres, such as SP National President Akhilesh Yadav and Gorakhpur MP Ravi Kishan, have also participated. Bollywood actors and sports icons like Hema Malini, Anupam Kher, Saina Nehwal, and cricketer Suresh Raina have joined in the festivities, along with renowned poet Kumar Vishwas and actress Isha Gupta.

Other dignitaries who took part in the sacred bath include Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murthy and Assam Assembly Speaker Biswajit Daimary. Notably, President Droupadi Murmu is scheduled to visit Prayagraj on February 10 to partake in the rituals at Triveni Sangam.

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Social Media Influencer-Turned Gangster Held Abroad

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3 days ago

April 9, 2026

Namma Kudla

New Delhi: Rao Inderjeet Yadav has been arrested in Dubai. He is wanted in a murder case from Haryana.

He fled India in 2024 after a businessman was killed in Rohtak. Police had been searching for him since then. Officials said Dubai authorities have asked for documents. He is likely to be brought back to India soon.

Yadav faces more than 15 criminal cases. These include extortion, fraud, and illegal land deals. The Enforcement Directorate also investigated him for money laundering. Raids led to the seizure of cash, cars, and documents.

He also ran a music company called Gems Tunes. It produced regional songs.

Yadav had a large social media following. He often showed his rich lifestyle online. He has denied all charges. He claims he is being framed.

Police are now preparing for further action.

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Man Killed by Wife’s Lover in Andhra Pradesh, Son Raises Alarm

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4 days ago

April 8, 2026

Namma Kudla

Andhra Pradesh: A 45-year-old man was killed by his wife’s lover in Annamayya district of Andhra Pradesh. The incident happened on Monday night in a forest area near Chowdepalli.

The victim, Gandhi from Tamil Nadu, had come with his five-year-old son to search for his wife. Police said the wife was in a relationship with another man named Narasimhulu.

Narasimhulu allegedly took Gandhi and the child into the forest. He and his aides then attacked Gandhi with a stone and killed him in front of the boy.

The frightened child hid in nearby bushes. After the attackers left, he stayed beside his father’s body the whole night.

At sunrise, the boy walked to a nearby village and informed locals. The police were alerted and started an investigation.

Police have taken the accused and his two aides into custody. The child has been placed in a care centre.

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Woman Delivers Baby Girl on Train in Andhra Pradesh

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4 days ago

April 8, 2026

Namma Kudla

Andhra Pradesh : A pregnant woman gave birth to a baby girl on a moving train in Andhra Pradesh. The incident ended safely with the help of railway staff.

The woman was eight months pregnant. She boarded the train with her family, believing she still had one month left for delivery. She was travelling from Chennai to Dhanbad on Train No. 13352.

After the train crossed Annavaram station, she began to feel labour pain. Her family members became worried and immediately informed the ticket examiner.

Railway staff member G. Jyothi responded quickly and helped the woman. Understanding the emergency, the train was given a special halt at Elamanchili station. An ambulance was also arranged.

The woman delivered a healthy baby girl on the train. After the delivery, both the mother and the newborn were shifted to Elamanchili Government Hospital in a 108 ambulance.

Officials confirmed that both the mother and baby are safe and healthy. The train was halted at the station for about 40 minutes to manage the situation.

Railway staff ensured privacy by asking male passengers to leave the coach. Their timely action helped ensure a safe delivery.

This incident highlights the importance of quick response and human support during emergencies.