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In a first, Prayagraj's Magh Mela unveils official logo

Prayagraj, Dec 11(UNI) After the grand and divine success of Prayagraj Mahakumbh 2025, the Uttar Pradesh government is now preparing to give Magh Mela 2026 an unprecedented and elevated form. As part of these efforts, a logo capturing the essence of Magh Mela has been unveiled at the Chief Minister’s level.

Officials here on Thursday said the logo reflects the spiritual significance of chanting, penance, and Kalpavas at the Sangam during the month of Magh. It features the seven energy chakras based on the constellation positions of this period, the sacred Akshaya Vat symbolizing eternal merit, the cosmic journey of Surya Dev and Chandra Dev with the 27 constellations, the Lete Huye Hanuman Mandir, the Sanatan flag representing the expansion of Sanatan Dharma, and elements of environmental harmony, including the presence of Siberian birds at the Sangam.
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Jaipur, Jan 17 (UNI) A Parliamentary delegation of the 28th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth nations (CSPOC) arrived on a sight-seeing visit to the Pink City on Saturday.

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UP: Speeding SUV kills two scooter riders in Lucknow

18 Jan 2026 | 12:23 AM

Lucknow, Jan 17 (UNI) Two young people were killed after a speeding SUV hit their scooter in the Banthra area of the city today evening, police said.

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18 Jan 2026 | 12:12 AM

Jaipur, Jan 16 (UNI) The world’s grandest celebration of books and ideas continued to draw packed audiences across venues on Day 3 at Vedanta presented JLF-2026 that was a medley of ideas ; stories flourished as did a commingling of cultures.

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Mayawati expresses anger over alleged removal of Ahilyabai Holkar statue in Varanasi

18 Jan 2026 | 12:11 AM

Lucknow, Jan 17 (UNI) Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on Saturday expressed strong displeasure over reports of the removal of a statue of Ahilyabai Holkar in Varanasi, saying the incident has triggered widespread discussion and anger among a large section of society.

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J&K LG calls for linking Sports with education and essential life skills

17 Jan 2026 | 11:50 PM

Jammu, Jan 17 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today called for linking Sports with education and essential life skills, stating that with integration in the education curriculum, sports can become a powerful tool for the complete and holistic development of youth.

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