Every prayer at Amarnath guarded by soldiers silent vigil
Amarnath Cave Shrine,July 5, 2025 – Nestled in the Himalayas at 3,888 meters, the Amarnath Cave Shrine draws thousands of devotees annually for the sacred Amarnath Yatra. Pilgrims trek through rugged terrain to worship the naturally formed ice lingam, a symbol of Lord Shiva, in a journey that blends faith with endurance. Yet, behind every […]
Amarnath Yatris Call Z-Morh Tunnel a game-changer for pilgrimage travel
Srinagar, July 2, 2025 – As the Amarnath Yatra 2025 commenced with Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha flagging off the first batch of 5,892 pilgrims from Jammu’s Bhagwati Nagar base camp, devotees and stakeholders are celebrating the newly operational Z-Morh Tunnel as a transformative development for the annual pilgrimage to the Amarnath Cave shrine. The 6.5-km […]
LG Manoj Sinha Visits Daati Maa Dev Sthan, promotes border growth & pilgrimage tourism
Jammu, July 2, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha visited the border village of Changiya in Arnia, Jammu, today to pay obeisance at the sacred Daati Maa Dev Sthan, a revered shrine associated with the Mahajan Phagetra Biradari. The visit underscored the GoI’s commitment to the inclusive development of border villages and the promotion of […]
Tawi Aarti begins July 1, 2025, at Jammu’s Tawi Riverfront: A spiritual celebration
Jammu, June 30, 2025 – The Shri Raghunath Ji Corridor Vikas Council and Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) have announced the commencement of the Suryaputri Tawi Aarti, a daily spiritual ritual set to begin on July 1, 2025, at 7:00 PM on the Tawi Riverfront (Left Bank, near 4th Bridge), Jammu. This culturally significant event aims […]
Centre to host tourism meet in Pahalgam, J&K plans memorial for terror attack victims
Srinagar, June 25, 2025 – In a significant move to revive tourism in Jammu and Kashmir following the devastating April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, the Central Government has announced a high-level review meeting to be held in the scenic town on July 7 and 8. The Jammu and Kashmir government is also planning to […]
J&K CM Omar Abdullah leads comprehensive Muharram-ul-Haram preparations in J&K
Srinagar, June 19, 2025 – Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired a high-level meeting at the Civil Secretariat in Srinagar to ensure thorough arrangements for Muharram-ul-Haram, the significant Islamic mourning period observed by the Shia community. The meeting focused on facilitating a dignified and smooth observance across Jammu and Kashmir, emphasizing seamless coordination among departments and […]
Police to set up additional checkpoints in Jammu range for Amarnath Yatra security
Jammu, June 18, 2025 – Ahead of the annual Amarnath Yatra, set to commence on July 3, 2025, the Jammu and Kashmir Police have been directed to establish additional security checkpoints in the Jammu Range, specifically in the border districts of Jammu, Samba, and Kathua. This move aims to bolster the safety of pilgrims heading […]
Kashmir tourism rebounds after Pahalgam terror attack: European visitor hails it as “Paradise”
Srinagar, June 18, 2025 — Margret, a European traveler, stood in the serene meadows of Gulmarg and declared, “This place is safe. Come to paradise.” Her words capture the renewed optimism sweeping through Jammu and Kashmir as the region’s tourism industry bounces back from the devastating Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, 2025. The attack, […]
No-fly zone declared over Amarnath Yatra route from July 1
Srinagar, June 17, 2025 – The Jammu and Kashmir administration has designated the Amarnath Yatra routes a ‘No Flying Zone’ from July 1 to August 10, 2025, to enhance security for the annual pilgrimage to the Amarnath cave shrine. Acting on the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) advisory, the J&K Home Department has imposed a […]
Health first: Sakeena Itoo assures robust medical care for Amarnath pilgrims
Srinagar, June 16, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Health Minister Sakeena Itoo announced on June 16, 2025, that comprehensive medical facilities have been put in place to ensure the safety and well-being of pilgrims undertaking the annual Amarnath Yatra, scheduled to commence later this month. Addressing concerns about healthcare preparedness, Itoo emphasized that there is […]