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Security tightened along Jammu-Srinagar Highway as Amarnath Yatra begins
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Before the flag-off, LG Sinha offered prayers at the Yatri Niwas base camp in Jammu. As the pilgrims began their journey, the air was resonated with chants of 'Har Har Mahadev' and 'Bam Bam Bhole.'
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J-K: LG Manoj Sinha flags off first batch of Amarnath Yatra pilgrims from
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday flagged off the first batch of pilgrims for Shri Amarnath Yatra starting today.
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Elaborate security, administrative arrangements in place for Amarnath Yatr
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The first batch of pilgrims will be flagged off from the Jammu base camp on July 2, while the Yatra will officially begin on July 3, via both the Baltal and Pahalgam routes.
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"Make adequate arrangements to ensure Kanwar yatra routes are safe": Madhy
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
In the Kanwar Yatra procession, Kanwariyas collect water from a river and carry it hundreds of kilometres to offer it to the shrines of Lord Shiva. Devotees across the country perform worship, fasting and pilgrimage dedicated to the Lord Shiva.
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"We'll ensure no pilgrim faces trouble": Local shopkeepers enthusiastic ah
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
As the Amarnath Yatra prepares to commence from July 3 via the Baltal and Pahalgam routes, local shopkeepers and authorities at the Baltal base camp said on Tuesday that they are fully geared up to welcome pilgrims with necessary arrangements in place
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"Amarnath Yatra reflects unity, brotherhood of J-K": Dy CM Surinder Chaudh
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The 38-day yatra will commence on July 3 and conclude on August 9. The pilgrimage will follow two routes - the traditional 48-km Pahalgam route in Anantnag district and the 14-km shorter but steeper Baltal route in Ganderbal district. The first batch of pilgrims will depart from the Bhagwati
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Landslides block Yamunotri Highway, Gangotri route remains open
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Landslides and road washouts have blocked the Yamunotri Highway near Silai Band and Ojari in Uttarakhand. Restoration efforts are underway, while the Gangotri pilgrimage route remains unaffected and operational, according to Uttarkashi Police.
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J-K LG Manoj Sinha visits Baltal base camp to review Amarnath Yatra arrang
Updated : 10 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday visited the Baltal base camp to review necessary arrangements for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra. The first batch of pilgrims will be flagged off from the Jammu base camp on July 2 and the Yatra will officially begin on July 3 via both
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Meetings held with LG to ensure all security arrangements for Amarnath Yat
Updated : 10 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday spoke on the necessary arrangements facilitated for the pilgrims of the Amarnath Yatra
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J-K: CRPF intensifies surveillance, deploys K-9, tightens security in key
Updated : 10 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Ahead of the Amarnath Yatra, scheduled to begin on July 3, CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force) has rolled out a robust multi-layered security plan along the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44), to ensure safety and security of the pilgrims. Jammu-Srinagar Highway is one of the vital r
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J&K: Trial run held at Yatri Niwas base camp ahead of Amarnath Yatra
Updated : 10 months, 4 weeks ago IST
A trial run was conducted at Yatri Niwas, the base camp for the Amarnath Yatra in Jammu, to check the preparedness for the upcoming annual pilgrimage. Buses were sent out under full security cover as part of the exercise to ensure all arrangements are in place.
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Uttarakhand: Char Dham Yatra suspended for 24 hours amid heavy rain alert
Updated : 10 months, 4 weeks ago IST
While speaking to ANI, Garhwal Division Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey said that the pilgrimage had been halted temporarily as a precautionary measure. "I have given instructions to the police and administration officials to stop the pilgrims in Haridwar, Rishikesh, Srinagar, Rudrapray
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