Tue Jan 14 04:09:13 UTC 2025: **Kumbh Mela 2025: Naga Sadhus Begin Sacred Dip; Delhi Police File FIR Against AAP**

Prayagraj, India – The Mahakumbh Mela 2025 commenced with the first “Amrit Snan” (sacred dip) today, marking the beginning of a significant religious event. Naga Sadhus, ascetics known for their austere lifestyle, were the first to perform the ritual at the Triveni Sangam (confluence of three rivers). A strict schedule has been released, outlining the timings for each of the 13 Naga Sadhu Akharas (religious orders) to participate in the Amrit Snan. The Mahanirvani Akhara will lead the first dip, followed by other Akharas according to a pre-determined order.

Separately, Delhi Police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) against the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) for allegedly sharing videos featuring photos of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah in a manner deemed inappropriate. This action follows a separate political spat in Delhi where Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal responded to criticism from Rahul Gandhi.

Other news highlights include:

* **Triple century scorer Karun Nair’s comeback:** The former Indian cricketer has impressed in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, hitting five centuries.
* **Speculation mounts over India’s new Test vice-captain:** Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rishabh Pant are the front-runners.
* **Mahakumbh’s economic impact:** The 45-day event is projected to generate a staggering ₹2 lakh crore (approximately $24 billion USD) in business.

The Mahakumbh Mela continues to draw millions of devotees and is also generating significant economic activity for the region. Details of the scheduling for the Amrit Snan, as well as updates on other aspects of the Mela and political developments, will continue to unfold.

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