A senior BSNL director is facing public criticism for proposing a lavish official trip to Prayagraj. The move has drawn backlash from employees, social media users, and watchdog groups, who argue it reflects misuse of public funds. Authorities are reviewing the proposal amid calls for transparency and accountability, highlighting growing scrutiny over extravagant expenditures in public sector organizations.


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BSNL Director Faces Flak Over Proposed Lavish Trip to Prayagraj 

There are numerous interesting facts about Indian history. But this fact might surprise you, as during the British period, a city became the capital of India for just one day. Let's have a glance at the facts and discover the reason.

Independence Day 2025: THIS city ruled India for just one day — The forgotten capital's story

The festival begins with the grand Rath Yatra and ends on July 5 with Niladri Bijay, which marks the return of the deities(God) to the main Jagannath Temple.

Jagannath Rath Yatra 2025: Date, time, rituals, significance and more

Maha Shivratri marked the conclusion of the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 on February 26, with devotees flocking to Triveni Sangam for the final holy dip. Watch this report for more details!

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: World's largest religious gathering draws to a close

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Devotes take part in final snan on Maha Shivratri

Bollywood celebrities also visited Prayagraj over the last few weeks to take a holy dip at the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025. From Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal to Akshay Kumar, Hindi film actors joined the euphoria at Sangam.

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Akshay Kumar, Katrina Kaif, Raveena Tandan take holy dip

More than a dozen First Information Reports (FIRs) have been filed against 140 social media handles for spreading ‘misleading content’ about the ongoing Maha Kumbh in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj. Watch this report for more details!

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: UP police on alert since 'objectionable video' of women surfaced

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: 13 FIRs against 140 social media handles

In a disturbing turn of events, a surge of explicit videos has emerged online of women bathing at the Maha Kumbh. These videos, which violate the privacy and dignity of an individual, are being sold online. The Uttar Pradesh Police have taken notice and initiated an investigation into the case. Watch in for more details!

Maha Kumbh: videos of women taking holy dip sold online, probe launched

The Uttar Pradesh Police has registered cases against two social media accounts for allegedly posting and selling objectional videos of women pilgrims bathing at the Maha Kumbh. Watch this report for more details!

MahaKumbh Mela 2025: Videos of women bathing in Maha Kumbh up for sale

India news: CM Banerjee called the religious event Maha Kumbh a "Mrityu Kumbh" (Kumbh of death), referring to the stampede that happened at the religious gathering.

‘Maha Kumbh has turned into Mrityu Kumbh’: West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee attacks Yogi Adityanath government

Ten people lost their lives in a tragic incident in Prayagraj when a car carrying devotees to the Maha Kumbh collided with a bus, said officials.

Prayagraj accident: At least 10 killed, 19 injured; UP CM Yogi Adityanath expresses condolences

Maha Kumbh Mela witnessed an overwhelming turnout on the occasion of Maghi Purnima, as millions of devotees took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj. Watch this report for more details!

Maha Kumbh 2025: 13 million take holy dip on Maghi Purnima 'Snan'

Lakhs of people took a sacred bath at the Triveni Sangam during the Maha Kumbh Mela on Maghi Purnima early Wednesday, under strict security and sophisticated traffic and safety procedures. The Maghi Purnima snan is the fourth bathing ceremony of the world's greatest spiritual gathering.

Maha Kumbh 2025: Maghi Purnima Bath Begins, Devotees Welcomed With 'Pushpa Varsha’

Prayagraj is preparing for the grand Maha Kumbh, with authorities implementing strict traffic restrictions. From February 11, a 'No Vehicle Zone' will be enforced to ensure a smooth experience for millions of devotees taking the holy dip. The government assures seamless arrangements for the sacred gathering.

Mahakumbh 2025: Prayagraj gears up for Maha Kumbh with traffic curbs

Prayagraj Gears Up for Maghi Purnima Snan at Maha Kumbh 2025. Strict advisory issued ahead of ‘Maghi Purnima Snan’ at Maha Kumbh. Many devotees are likely to visit the Maha Kumbh on February 12. Maghi Purnima is the fifth of the six sacred days for the 'snan'. Authorities have clamped down on traffic movement to avoid stampede situations. Watch to know more!

Maha Kumbh 2025: Heavy Traffic Restriction In Prayagraj For Maghi Purnima Snan

Thousands of devotees heading to the Maha Kumbh are stranded on highways due to massive traffic jams. Reports suggest the queue of stranded vehicles stretches up to 300 km.

Maha Kumbh 2025: Traffic jams cripple route to Prayagraj

The third 'Amrit Snan' at the Maha Kumbh proceeded smoothly on Monday with lakhs of people taking a dip on the occasion of Basant Panchmi and akharas resuming the grand processions curtailed last week when a stampede killed at least 30 people. Watch in for more details!

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: 'Basant Panchami' sees record-breaking crowds at Maha Kumbh

Ahead of the Amrit Snan on Basant Panchami during the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, authorities have heightened security measures to ensure the safety of millions of devotees attending the sacred event. Watch to know more!

Millions throng at sangam, 'operation eleven' to manage crowd

Akharas kickstarted the third grand 'Amrit Snan' at the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj in the early hours of Monday, amid tighter protocols.

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Devotees take 'Amrit Snan' on occasion of Basant Panchami

Ahead of the Amrit Snan on Basant Panchami during the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, authorities have heightened security measures to ensure the safety of millions of devotees attending the sacred event.

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Security ramped up for Amrit Snan day

Akharas kickstarted the third grand 'Amrit Snan' at ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj in the early hours of Monday, amid tighter protocols.

Maha Kumbh 2025: Akharas take holy dip during third Amrit Snan

The third Amrit Snan of the Mahakumbh in Prayag Raj will take place on Basant Panchamiati. The ongoing Mahakumbh Mela is witnessing five sacred Amrit Snans, of which two have already occurred. Watch in for more details!

Maha Kumbh 2025: Prayagraj set for Amrit Snan tomorrow, security beefed up

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