Thousands of pilgrims are stranded in long traffic jams on roads leading to Prayagraj after Uttar Pradesh imposed a traffic ban to ease congestion at the Maha Kumbh Mela. The measures, which include sealing city borders and banning vehicles, follow a deadly stampede that killed 30 people and injured 60. Devotees, including women and children, are facing severe hardships, with no food, water, or shelter. Despite efforts to provide aid, many are forced to sleep in the open or walk long distances. The restrictions will remain in effect until February 4.

A second stampede occurred at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, just hours after the first, leaving several dead. It happened at Jhusi, 2 km from Sangam Nose, at around 5:55 am on Wednesday. Eyewitnesses reported chaos as barriers broke, and people trampled over each other. Rescue efforts faced delays, and many elderly people were found dead in the rubble. Reports say the crowd was uncontrollable due to the large number of devotees gathered for Mauni Amavasya. Officials confirmed that the death toll of 30 includes victims from both stampede sites. The tragic event has raised concerns over crowd management.

A fire broke out in 15 tents at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on Thursday morning near Chatnag Ghat. Firefighters struggled to reach the site due to a lack of access roads but managed to douse the flames in time. No casualties or injuries were reported. This incident follows a tragic stampede in the Sangam area on Wednesday that left 30 dead and over 60 injured. Earlier, on January 19, a fire broke out at the Sector 19 campsite after a gas cylinder explosion. Authorities are monitoring safety measures at the religious gathering.

The Uttar Pradesh government has banned all vehicles and VVIP passes at the Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj until February 4 after a deadly stampede on ‘Mauni Amavasya’ killed 30 people and injured 60. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directed officials to implement one-way bath routes, establish holding areas to prevent overcrowding, and ensure smooth train and bus operations. Additional police and administrative personnel have been deployed for crowd control. Traffic on major routes will be closely monitored. Authorities are also ensuring food, water, and uninterrupted electricity for pilgrims. The next major event, ‘Amrit Snan’ on February 3, will see heightened security.

A tragic stampede at the Maha Kumbh in Uttar Pradesh left 30 dead and 60 injured when barricades collapsed due to a surge of devotees at Sangam on Mauni Amavasya. The rush for the ritual bath led to pilgrims sleeping on the ground being crushed. Deputy Inspector General Vaibhav Krishna confirmed the barricades around the ghat and akhadas gave way under pressure. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath called the incident “heart-wrenching” and assured full administrative support. Emergency response teams, including the NDRF and SDRF, have been deployed to manage the situation.

A stampede at the Maha Kumbh in Sangam, Uttar Pradesh, killed 30 people and injured 60 others early Wednesday. The tragedy occurred when large crowds rushed for a ritual bath on the holy day of Mauni Amavasya. Barricades near the ghats broke due to the rush, and devotees sleeping on the ground were trampled. Deputy Inspector General Vaibhav Krishna said the crowd surge caused the incident. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed deep sorrow and assured full support. Rescue teams, including NDRF and SDRF, were deployed immediately. The government promised measures to prevent such tragedies in the future.

Mumbai Police claim strong evidence against Shariful Islam, accused of stabbing actor Saif Ali Khan during a robbery on 16 January. Saif was hospitalised with six stab wounds and underwent surgery. The police cite CCTV footage, mobile location, and internet data linking Islam to the crime. However, the official fingerprint report from the CID is still awaited, amid reports of a mismatch. Police are also conducting a facial recognition test to confirm Islam’s role. Islam’s family claims he is innocent and being framed. Saif, now discharged, has increased security at his home, managed by Ronit Roy’s security firm.

The Supreme Court has directed hospitals, including AIIMS Delhi, to regularize the unauthorized absence of doctors who participated in protests following the rape and murder of a doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College in August 2024. A bench led by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna clarified that protesting doctors who returned to work post-SC order should not be penalized for their absence. The ruling followed a submission from a doctors' body concerned about the treatment of the period as leave, which could affect medical students. The decision comes after the conviction of Sanjay Roy for the crime.

A stampede occurred at Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj during the Mauni Amavasya ritual of the Maha Kumbh, causing chaos as thousands gathered for the holy dip. At least 15 people are feared dead, with over 70 injured. Vivek Mishra, a local resident, described the scene, noting that pilgrims, many carrying luggage, lost their balance due to obstacles like dustbins, leading to the stampede. Despite the chaos, authorities reported that no injuries were life-threatening. UP CM Yogi Adityanath was contacted by PM Modi and Amit Shah. Opposition parties criticized the event's poor arrangements.

At least 10 people are feared dead and dozens injured in a stampede at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. The incident occurred around 2 am when thousands of devotees broke barricades while heading to the Triveni Sangam for a holy dip on Mauni Amavasya. Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath confirmed the situation was under control and urged devotees to avoid rumors. Prime Minister Modi expressed condolences and hoped for the injured's speedy recovery. The Akharas will proceed with a scaled-down Amrit Snan after the crowd thins. Over 10 crore devotees are expected at the event.