Kanpur: Devotees take holy dip in river Ganga on 'Kartik Purnima'

According to an official statement from the Chief Minister's office, "sacred land of the Ganga River, Yamuna River, the Char Dham, Adi Kailash and several revered Shakti Peeths, Uttarakhand has long been a center of faith for Sanatan followers across the world. In this context, the state government is making efforts to promote Uttarakhand as a major hub for religious and spiritual tourism and pilgrimage, which is also expected to boost economic activities in the state."

Hariom Vashishth from Rohtak said he had arrived a day earlier and completed the ritual bath before the eclipse began. He explained that a fast is observed during the sutak period, during which devotees refrain from drinking water, eating food, or performing any rituals. He added that the eclipse is scheduled from 3:20 pm to 6:47 pm, while the sutak period begins nine hours prior, leading to the closure of temple doors.

Kalkaji Peethadheeshwar Mahant Surendranath Avadhut on Monday said that Holika Dahan will be observed on March 3, following the conclusion of the lunar eclipse.

In Kanpur Lamborghini crash case, the injured bike rider Vishal Tripathi has raised concerns alleging disparity in police action and prolonged non-release of his vehicle.

In the high-profile Lamborghini accident case in Kanpur, the court has ordered the release of the luxury vehicle seized after the crash, advocate Dharmendra Singh, representing the accused Shivam Mishra, said on Saturday.