Devotees flock to Shankaracharya Temple for Raksha Bandhan celebrations

SRINAGAR, August 11, 2025 – Thousands of devotees flocked to the historic Shankaracharya Temple in Srinagar on August 9, 2025, to offer special prayers on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, a festival celebrating the bond between siblings. The centuries-old temple, perched atop the Shankaracharya Hill overlooking the picturesque Dal Lake, resonated with devotional chants and hymns […]
Budha Amarnath 2025: “We Are All One’ — Pilgrims Spread Message of Unity

Budha Amarnath 2025: “We Are All One’ — Pilgrims Spread Message of Unity I have seen with my own eyes around 1000 people have left for the holy Amarnath cave, the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu & Kashmir Shri Manoj Sinha said. Devotees have come from every corner of the country. Jammu and Kashmir government has […]
Why Devotees Return to Amarnath Yatra Year After Year

Why Devotees Return to Amarnath Yatra Year After Year I have been coming to the yatra since 1999. Every year when we come for Amarnth ji darshan, we find new facilities and development done by Shri Amarnath ji Shrine Board which had never happened before, a pilgrim recounted his experiences over the years. After darshan […]
“It Feels Like Heaven!’ – Devotees Share Emotional Moments on the Road to Amarnath”

“‘It Feels Like Heaven!’ – Devotees Share Emotional Moments on the Road to Amarnath” People from different walks of life shared their experiences of their journey to the Amarnath cave. We have come here for Baba Barfani’s Amarnath Yatra 2025. We liked our yatra and the climate and the experience so far, said a lady […]
“‘This Place Is More Than We Thought’: Devotees Moved by Amarnath’s Grace & Kashmir’s Beauty”

“‘This Place Is More Than We Thought’: Devotees Moved by Amarnath’s Grace & Kashmir’s Beauty” We are excited that we will be able to see Bhole Baba with the support of the government and the locals here. The people here are very nice and the system is very good. Words are falling short to say […]
‘‘This Place Is More Than We Thought’: Devotees Moved by Amarnath’s Grace & Kashmir’s Beauty”

“‘This Place Is More Than We Thought’: Devotees Moved by Amarnath’s Grace & Kashmir’s Beauty” We are excited that we will be able to see Bhole Baba with the support of the government and the locals here. The people here are very nice and the system is very good. Words are falling short to say […]
“This Place Is More Than We Thought’: Devotees Moved by Amarnath’s Grace & Kashmir’s Beauty”

“‘This Place Is More Than We Thought’: Devotees Moved by Amarnath’s Grace & Kashmir’s Beauty” We are excited that we will be able to see Bhole Baba with the support of the government and the locals here. The people here are very nice and the system is very good. Words are falling short to say […]
Amarnath Yatra Bliss: Pilgrims Moved by Devotion, Safety & Service

Amarnath Yatra Bliss: Pilgrims Moved by Devotion, Safety & Service The arrangements here are very good and so is everyone’s cooperation. The Army’s security is very good and cleanliness is also good, said a pilgrim after the arti puja in Amarnath cave. We will keep coming to Baba Barfani’s darbaar and will keep attending the […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha performs Pratham Puja, signals start of Shri Amarnath Yatra 2025

Srinagar, June 11, 2025: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha performed the ceremonial ‘Pratham Puja’ at the holy Amarnath Cave Shrine, marking the formal commencement of the annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra. The pilgrimage is set to begin on July 3, 2025, and will conclude on August 9, 2025, coinciding with Raksha Bandhan. The […]
Devotees gather peacefully for Eid-ul-Adha prayers in Balgarden, Srinagar

Srinagar, June 7, 2025 – In the heart of Srinagar, hundreds of devotees converged at Balgarden to offer Eid-ul-Adha prayers, enveloping the morning in an aura of reverence and tranquility. The festival, celebrated with fervor across the Muslim world, honors Prophet Ibrahim’s profound sacrifice, and in Balgarden, the community embodied this spirit through heartfelt prayers […]