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A representation of the Ganga River running from its origin in the Himalayas merging with other major rivers, including the Brahmaputra and the Meghna, before flowing into the Bay of Bengal.

Ancient quake altered Ganga's course

June 17, 2024, 05:31 PM - 2 min read

Researchers suggest that this "undocumented" quake, potentially measuring 7-8 in magnitude, redirected the river’s main channel in what is now Bangladesh, a region particularly vulnerable to significant seismic activity.

Garbage exposed as heat shrinks Ganga in Varanasi

June 15, 2024, 06:24 PM - 2 min read

Normally spanning 70 to 80 meters in June, the width of the Ganga has dwindled to a mere 30 to 35 meters, highlighting the severity of the situation.

In a heartbreaking incident on Saturday morning, tragedy struck near the Chandan Ghat as four children lost their lives in a drowning accident in the Ganga River.

Four children drown in Ganga river near Chandan ghat

April 14, 2024, 07:33 AM - 2 min read

Efforts to rescue the four children commenced promptly, with boatmen assisting in retrieving them from the river. The victims were swiftly transported to a nearby private hospital, but despite the best efforts of medical professionals, all four were declared deceased upon arrival.

Hindu devotees take holy dip in the Ganga river on the occasion of Basant Panchami festival.

Over 25 lakh devotees take holy dip in Ganga, Sangam on Basant Panchami

February 14, 2024, 01:37 PM - 2 min read

An official from the Magh Mela administration revealed that by noon, approximately 25.5 lakh individuals had immersed themselves in the holy waters to mark the auspicious day.