- From road accidents to scams and health alerts — here are the top stories from Varanasi and Purvanchal on October 15, 2025.
- Varanasi and nearby districts of eastern Uttar Pradesh saw several important local stories on Wednesday. From a tragic road accident in Varanasi to a major government subsidy launch, from cyber fraud cases to a malaria outbreak in Sonbhadra — here’s your quick round-up of the Top 10 News from Varanasi and Purvanchal.
- Woman Crushed to Death by Nagar Nigam Dumper in Varanasi
A woman died on the spot after being hit by a municipal garbage dumper near Bachhaw Bazaar, Akhari area. Her husband and six-year-old daughter narrowly escaped.
Angry locals blocked the road for two hours demanding ₹30 lakh compensation and child support from the municipal authorities. Police later pacified the crowd and cleared the protest. - CM Launches Free LPG Refill Subsidy Under Ujjwala Yojana
Under the Ujjwala Yojana, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath launched a new campaign to provide free LPG refill subsidies to women beneficiaries across Uttar Pradesh.
The launch took place at Lok Bhawan, Lucknow, and was streamed live in Varanasi’s Circuit House where 150 beneficiaries received symbolic cheques for free LPG refills. - Administration Team Visits Daalmandi Market, Clears Traders’ Doubts
A team of administrative officers visited Daalmandi, one of Varanasi’s busiest commercial areas, to inspect shops and address traders’ concerns about an upcoming survey and redevelopment plan.
Officials from Revenue, PWD, and Nagar Nigam departments held joint discussions with building owners to ensure cooperation. - Opposition Leader Meets Teacher Representatives
Leader of Opposition in UP Legislative Council, Lal Bihari Yadav, met teacher leaders at Circuit House, Varanasi, to discuss issues like salary delays, promotions, and service conditions.
He assured the delegation that their concerns would be raised in the council session for a speedy solution. - Fire Brigade Deployment at 12 Key Spots for Diwali
To ensure public safety during Dhanteras and Diwali, the UP government has decided to post fire tenders at 12 key locations instead of fire stations.
Out of 533 firecracker shop applications, 461 have been approved, and temporary shops will operate from October 18 to 20 under strict safety norms. - Former Union Minister Mahendra Nath Pandey Celebrates 68th Birthday
Senior BJP leader and former Union Minister Mahendra Nath Pandey celebrated his 68th birthday with party workers at KJ International, Babatpur.
He was honoured with a photo of Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, and thanked supporters for their warm wishes, calling the moment “deeply emotional and memorable.” - OLX Bike Seller Duped During Test Ride in Varanasi
A resident of Sarnath’s Sonatalab area, Vishal Vishwakarma, was duped while trying to sell his bike on OLX.
The buyer, identifying himself as Shailendra Singh, took the bike for a “test ride” and never returned. A case has been registered, and police are tracing the fraudster. - Astrologers Warn Against Buying Iron on Dhanteras (Saturday)
This year’s Dhanteras falls on a Saturday, which astrologers say is not ideal for buying iron or steel items, as these are associated with Lord Shani (Saturn).
Traders and buyers are advised to choose gold, silver, or utensils instead, as per Hindu astrology. - Cyber Fraud in Ballia: Man Loses ₹1 Lakh in “Old Coin Sale” Scam
In Ballia district, a man lost ₹1.06 lakh after responding to an online ad claiming that old ₹2 coins could be sold for ₹26 lakh.
The victim, a liquor shop salesman, transferred the money after receiving false “registration” instructions. Police have launched an investigation into the cyber fraud. - Malaria Outbreak in Sonbhadra: 70 Test Positive
A malaria outbreak has been reported in Pokharia village, near the Jharkhand border in Sonbhadra district.
Out of 248 people tested, 70 were found positive. Health teams are running door-to-door checks, spraying anti-mosquito medicine, and setting up medical camps for treatment.
These stories highlight how Varanasi and Purvanchal are dealing with both rapid urban challenges and rural health issues. From government welfare schemes to fraud and disease control, the day’s news reflects how daily life is deeply linked with safety, awareness, and public responsibility.
