Tue Jan 14 09:32:48 UTC 2025: ## Maha Kumbh 2025: First Ritual Bath, Minister’s Brother Arrested, Rupee Falls
**Prayagraj, India (January 14, 2025)** – The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 commenced today with the Mahanirvani and Atal Akhadas performing the first ritual bath on the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti. This Hindu festival, marking the sun’s entry into the Capricorn zodiac sign, is considered highly significant for religious observances. The auspicious time for rituals was between 9:03 AM and 5:46 PM, with a particularly potent period from 9:03 AM to 10:48 AM.
In other news, a major police operation resulted in the arrest of a minister’s brother in Bihar. Police used a JCB (excavator) to remove his vehicle, a Fortuner, during the raid.
Meanwhile, the Indian Rupee continued its downward trend, falling 27 paise against the US dollar today.
Makar Sankranti, celebrated annually, signifies the start of Uttarayan (the sun’s northward journey) and is believed to bring auspicious results for religious acts performed on this day. The festival also saw special pujas dedicated to Surya (Sun God), Chandra (Moon God), and Lord Vishnu. Today’s astrological predictions suggest a strengthening financial position for those born under the Capricorn zodiac sign.
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