Rishikesh

News
Photos
Videos

RISHIKESH NEWS

Leaving behind the rush of city life isn’t something most people can do easily, but for Divya Bhathela, it was the only way to truly find peace. Once based in Dubai, surrounded by its gleaming skyscrapers and constant motion, she chose to walk away from it all for a quieter, more meaningful existence in the Himalayas. With a one-way ticket to India and a heart set on change, Divya arrived in Rishikesh, the spiritual capital by the Ganga, to begin her new life as a meditation coach. In a short Instagram video, Divya documented her journey, from boarding her flight to Dehradun to settling into a simple ashram room that she now calls home for the next 30 days. The space, bare yet serene, symbolises her commitment to “living, learning, and unlearning”. Sharing her motivation behind the move, Divya wrote that meditation had completely transformed her outlook on life. “It helped me see myself and manifest the life of my dreams. I thought, what if I could teach others to do it too? So here I am to become a certified meditation coach,” she wrote in her video. Her caption read, “New journey, let me know what more on this journey should I talk about.” Watch the video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQinGnbiXyr/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link The post has gone viral, nearing seven lakh views, with people flooding the comments section, some applauding her decision, others relating deeply to her quest. One Instagram user wrote, “I stayed in Rishikesh for six months and it transformed me from within. It’s gonna be a wonderful experience, do soak in all the positivity of Rish. All the best.” Another user, with a hint of humour, remarked, “So now Rishikesh is the new sunburn bcoz this is probably the tenth or twelfth post I am seeing of people going there for retreats and making content on it.” Others were inspired by her courage. “You are inspiring me to do the same as I have always been inclined to Yoga and meditation,” one person commented. “I was in Rishikesh for few hours just to see the Ganga Aarthi, it moved me so much I started to cry, would love to go there again.” Woman leaves Dubai for Rishikesh

Woman reveals why she left her ‘dream life’ in Dubai for Rishikesh: ‘Shiva blessed me’

November 04, 2025 3:59 pm

In a short Instagram video, Divya Bhathela documented her journey, from boarding her flight to Dehradun to settling into a simple ashram room that she now calls home for the next 30 days.

Delhi man goes missing after falling into Ganga from under-construction bridge in Rishikesh

October 18, 2025 2:58 am

The bridge, which is being built parallel to the historic Lakshman Jhula, is still under construction, with work ongoing to install transparent glass plates on the floor

Told their dress ‘against culture,’ Rishikesh girls stand up, win pageant — and hearts

October 08, 2025 8:51 am

The story, of course, continued well beyond the video – Bhatnagar was forced to make an exit, and the rehearsals continued.

Short dresses, long lectures: Why men are still asking women to 'go home'

October 07, 2025 6:58 pm

What happened in Rishikesh isn’t just an isolated burst of chauvinism. It’s part of a larger culture that polices women constantly: From school uniforms to workplace attire to the way women employees are indirectly asked to be more “agreeable”

The Rishikesh-Karnaprayag rail project alignment passes predominantly through tunnels.

What is the latest status of Rishikesh-Karnaprayag new rail line project?

July 31, 2025 8:47 am

Railway Projects in Uttarakhand: The Rishikesh-Karnaprayag new railway line lies completely in Uttarakhand and passes through difficult geological and challenging terrain of Himalayas.

Pick the right alignment to avoid construction of big bridges and roads, says RVNL CMD

May 12, 2025 8:23 am

Learnings from Kashmir line For Rishikesh-Karnaprayag Line

In the video, the bull climbed onto the scooter with its front legs over the seat and hind legs still on the ground

Forget Grand Theft Auto, bull takes scooter for ‘test ride’ in Rishikesh: ‘Gaadi tera bhai chalaega’

May 03, 2025 10:27 am

Around 12:30 PM on Friday, May 2, a stray bull in Rishikesh turned heads as it unexpectedly climbed onto a parked white scooter.

When worship becomes algorithmic: In Rishikesh, I can no longer find a quiet place to meditate

February 05, 2025 3:52 pm

The ecosystem of a spiritual place like Rishikesh has now been programmed to cater to the new demands of the Reel-obsessed visitor. They are not pilgrims, but people engaging in tourism called ‘the march of stupidity’.

Video of MS Dhoni dancing to Pahadi song with wife goes viral; fans call it ‘a beautiful moment’

December 03, 2024 2:30 pm

MS Dhoni was reportedly in Rishikesh with his wife when the dance video was shot.

Watch: Raft guides thrash tourists in Rishikesh, video sparks concerns

June 08, 2024 11:16 am

In the video shared on X by @gharkekalesh, tourists were seen being thrashed by many rafting guides using paddles.

RISHIKESH PHOTOS

Best Adventure Sports, South India, Trekking Arunachal Pradesh

From river rafting to scuba diving: You must try these adventure activities this summer

May 18, 2019 11:40 am

Planning to enjoy some adventure activities this summer? Then you have reached the right place. These places across the country are sure to make your vacation full of fun!

RISHIKESH VIDEOS

French tourist vows to clean Ganga

January 14, 2016 12:15 pm

Varanasi, Jan 14 (ANI): A French tourist is actively promoting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Clean Ganga' campaign in Uttar Pradesh, vowing to spread the message of keeping the holy river free from impurities in rural parts of the country. Krish, who came to India to take part in the 'Kumbh Mela' or 'Pitcher Festival' last year, was concerned on seeing the condition of the river considered holy by the Hindus. Inspired by the Clean Ganga campaign, Krish took the responsibility of cleaning the river in the 3,000-year-old riverside city of Varanasi. Krish says he will soon embark on an expedition from the holy town of Rishikesh to Kolkata city by boat in a bid to spread the message of keeping the river free from impurities.