Varanasi's legends go back some 10,000 years, to the oldest epics of Hindu literature, including the Puranas, the Vedas and the Mahabharata. They say Varanasi is the city of Lord Shiva, who walked ...

The death toll from a stampede Saturday in the northern Indian city of Varanasi has climbed to 25, with five people injured, police said. The stampede occurred at a procession in honor of the ...

Every year, about 20,000 people pilgrimage to Varanasi, India's holiest city, to die. Some Hindus believe they can break out of the cycle of rebirth if they die and are cremated in the city. Down ...

Planning a trip to Varanasi? These 5 famous ghats in Kashi, from Manikarnika to Assi Ghat, offer a mix of spirituality, ...

Step into the heart of Varanasi, where every street tells a story of life and death. This city, steeped in spirituality, offers a unique glimpse into its vibrant yet somber reality. 🌼✨ Don't miss ...

In the northern Indian city of Varanasi or Benaras, a religious dispute is threatening the city's interfaith harmony. Asia. A city in India has been a melting pot of different faiths.

Varanasi, often referred to as Banaras or Kashi, is one of the oldest living cities in the world. This name is said to come from the ancient word Baran which meant to 'describe,' while the city ...

Handwoven silk saris made in the Indian city of Varanasi are considered among the world’s finest. But weavers, designers and traders trying to revive the ancient craft must stay relevant in a ...