Maha Kumbh Mela 2013

Allahabad stampede: At least 36 dead, many injured

According to TV reports a stampede at the Allahabad railway station triggered by the collapse of railing of overbridge has led to many people getting injured and over 20 deaths.

Images: BJP chief Rajnath Singh takes time out for a dip at Kumbh Mela

Rajnath Singh visited the Maha Kumbh mela in Allahabad. The BJP President took a dig in the Sangam and also met with VHP leaders during his visit. Images of Singh's visit to the Kumbh.

Why the VHP is unlikely to endorse Narendra Modi for PM's post

With Vishwa Hindu Parishad's Dharma Sansad all set to being on Thursday, there has been much speculation on whether it will endorse Modi as BJP's prime ministerial candidate. Here is why it may not happen.

Images: Hundreds of Naga Sadhus celebrate first day of Maha Kumbh

The Maha Kumbh began this morning with lakhs of devotees as well as ascetics and religious leaders of various orders converging on the confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and the mythical river Saraswati in Allahabad for a holy dip on the occasion of Makar Sankranti.

Maha Kumbh mela: Over 1.1 cr devotees expected today

Maha Kumbh Mela, often described as the "greatest show on earth", is all set to begin today in Allahabad, with millions of people from across the country as well as abroad expected to attend the religious gathering.

Images: Holy men, devotees gather at Allahabad ahead of Maha Kumbh

The Maha Kumbh mela is being held this year in Allahabad at the Sangam, which is the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati. Here are some images.