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J-K: First batch of Amarnath Yatra pilgrims returns amid tight security
Updated : 8 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The annual pilgrimage, which started on Thursday, is being conducted via the Baltal and Pahalgam routes. The Jammu-Srinagar Highway is a key route for the thousands of pilgrims heading to the holy site.
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"Samajwadi Party comparing Kanwar yatra devotees with terrorists": UP Dy C
Updated : 8 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak on Thursday came down heavily on the Samajwadi Party after one of its legislators stated that there is "no difference between the BJP and terrorists" following the government's directive to display the names of the shops along the Kanwar yat
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Amarnath Yatra 2025: Devotees 'neglected' terror attacks, reached in huge
Updated : 8 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Speaking on the arrangements, Sinha said, "...For the pilgrims, the J&K administration, the Shri Amarnath Shrine Board and the residents of J&K have performed their duties well. From 2022, the facilities for devotees have been improved. Both routes leading to the cave used to be s
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Elaborate security, administrative arrangements in place for Amarnath Yatr
Updated : 8 months, 4 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 : 8 months, 4 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 : 8 months, 4 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 : 9 months 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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Shimla-Sunni-Karsog Highway blocked after downpour in Himachal, commuters
Updated : 9 months ago IST
One of the worst-hit routes is the Shimla-Sunni-Karsog highway, which has been completely blocked near Devidhar about 35 kilometers from the state capital Shimla, stranding dozens of vehicles and commuters.
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Railways rationalises passenger fares from tomorrow; No change for suburba
Updated : 9 months ago IST
The fare hike varies across different classes and train types. For ordinary non-AC classes in non-suburban trains, second-class fares will increase by half a paisa per kilometre, subject to certain conditions, such as No increase up to 500 Km; Increase by Rs 5 for distance 501 to 1500 Km;
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J-K LG Manoj Sinha visits Baltal base camp to review Amarnath Yatra arrang
Updated : 9 months 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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J-K: CRPF intensifies surveillance, deploys K-9, tightens security in key
Updated : 9 months 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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BJP MLA urges Delhi Govt to temporarily shut meat shops along Kanwar Yatra
Updated : 9 months ago IST
"This Yatra is a matter of faith, in which Shiv devotees bring water from Haridwar and other holy places barefoot and perform Jalabhishek of Shivlings at their respective places. In order to maintain the religious atmosphere on this auspicious occasion, it is necessary to issue instructions
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