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Prayagraj: With the Maha Kumbh Mela set to begin on January 13, Sadhus from various akhadas, saints and seers have started arriving in Prayagraj. The religious event, held every 12 years, will continue until February 26 and is likely to attract around 40 crore devotees, making it one of the largest gatherings in the world.&nbsp;Among the early arrivals is Mahant Mahakal Giri Maharaj, who has kept his left hand raised for the last nine years as part of his spiritual discipline. "We become sadhus. leaving everything behind to serve Sanatan Dharma. For nine years, I have kept my hand raised, practising yoga and chanting bhajans as an offering to the world's welfare," he shared.Another prominent figure, Geetanand Ji Maharaj of Aawahan Akhada, has drawn attention with his elaborate headgear made of 2.25 lakh Rudraksha beads, weighing approximately 45 Kg. Known as 'Rudraksha Baba', he explained, "I pledged to devote 12 years of my life to this austerity, starting from Prayagraj. Six years have passed, and I will complete my resolution during the Ardh Kumbh."As the Maha Kumbh approaches, the city is abuzz with preparations to accommodate millions of pilgrims seeking spiritual enlightenment and blessings. (With PTI Inputs)

Sadhus Begin Arriving In Prayagraj Ahead Of Maha Kumbh Mela

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From The Wheel To Welcome Desk: Drunken Driving Suspects Punished With Police Station Duty

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Two persons in an inebriated condition in Hyderabad crashed their vehicle after a night of indulgence and received a unique punishment from the judge.

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Kangana Ranaut Once Again Fails To Appear In Agra Court Over Remarks On Farmers' Movement, Mahatma Gandhi

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A case was filed in MP-MLA court in Agra in September against Kangana Ranaut for insulting farmers' movement and India's freedom struggle.

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Chris Lynn Voted As Cricketer With Best Hair For Second Consecutive BBL Season

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Australia cricketer Chris Lynn was voted as a cricketer with Best Hair for the second consecutive BBL Season.

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45th Saptak Music Festival Day 1: Emotions Ran Deep as Music Icons Remember Manju Mehta and Zakir Hussain - Watch

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Day 1 of Saptak Music Festival 2025 served as a reminder of how music can unite, heal, and help us remember.

45th Saptak Music Festival Day 1: Emotions Ran Deep as Music Icons Remember Manju Mehta and Zakir Hussain - Watch|episode|all

Locals Put Up Former Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot's Missing Poster In His Constituency

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The locals allege Gehlot, who is the MLA of Sardarpura constituency has done nothing for the area.

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JEE Main 2025 Schedule Announced, Exams Start January 22 - Here's All You Need To Know

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NTA announced January session dates, with BE/BTech exams on January 22-29 and BArch/BPlanning on January 30.

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Union Carbide Waste Shifted To Dhar Not Poisonous: MP CM Yadav

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MP CM Mohan Yadav said scientific studies have been carried out and a safe technology will be used in the incineration process.

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J&K: Check Traffic Restriction, Diversions In Jammu In View Of Guru Gobind Singh Ji's Birth Anniversary Processions

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Comprehensive traffic arrangements were announced in Jammu for Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s Nagar Kirtan on Friday, with diversions to manage congestion.

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Arrested Cargo Ship Released From Paradeep Port Following Orissa HC Order

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After the demand draft equivalent to the claims made by the ship chandler was furnished, the HC allowed the immediate release of the cargo ship.

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