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Varanasi’s Great Temple Hunt—Hindu groups are combing gullies, mosques, Muslim homes
Varanasi: Ever since Ajay Sharma of the Sanatan Raksha Dal ‘found’ a neglected temple in Madanpura, a Muslim-majority area in Varanasi, he has been jumping up and down in joy. The ...
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Shiv temple 'locked for over 100 years' reopened in Varanasi
A Shiva temple in Varanasi was reopened on Monday. The Siddheshwar Mahadev temple, which has been closed for several centuries, is located in a predominantly Muslim locality. The temple was ...
Explore The Hidden Stories Behind Varanasi's Local Legends
Delve into the interesting backdrop of local legends hidden in plain sight in this ancient city of Varanasi and explore the vibrant cultures this ancient place has to offer.
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A ‘hidden’ temple exposes tensions in Varanasi market best known for thriving Banarasi sarees
Varanasi: Barely 10 minutes from the disputed Gyanvapi complex, Godowlia Market in Varanasi’s Madanpura is a thriving marketplace. It was best known for its Banarasi saree emporiums. But, that ...