Railways sets up helpdesk and special train from Katra to Delhi amid rush
Katra, April 24, 2025: In response to the increased passenger rush following the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Indian Railways has established a dedicated helpdesk at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra railway station to assist tourists returning to their destinations. Additionally, a special train service from Katra to New Delhi has been launched to accommodate […]
PM Narendra Modi’s USBRL inauguration visit postponed
Srinagar, April 16, 2025: The highly anticipated visit of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi to inaugurate the Vande Bharat Express on a section of the 272-km Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link , a mega railway project, has been postponed, officials confirmed. No new date for the visit has been announced. Preparations for the PM’s visit were in […]
Devotees gather at Vaishno Devi Shrine for Ashtami celebrations during Chaitra Navratri
Katra, April 5, 2025 – Thousands of devotees converged at the sacred Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in Jammu’s Katra district today to mark the auspicious occasion of Chaitra Navratri’s Ashtami, filling the Trikuta hills with spiritual fervor. Pilgrims from across India, dressed in vibrant traditional attire, undertook the arduous trek to the holy cave shrine […]
Navratri at Vaishno Devi: Devotees overwhelmed by divine blessings & grand arrangements
Navratri at Vaishno Devi: Devotees Overwhelmed by Divine Blessings & Grand Arrangements I had the darshan of Maa Vaishno Devi on the day of Navratri and was blessed., said a devotee in Jammu & Kashmir. I had a very good darshan, there are very good arrangements. We stayed in the Bhawan and got pure food. […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha offers prayers at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine for peace and prosperity
Katra, April 01, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha visited the revered Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in Katra , where he paid obeisance and offered prayers for the peace, prosperity, and well-being of Jammu and Kashmir Union Territory and its people. The visit, occurring amidst the serene spring ambiance of the Trikuta Hills, […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha offers prayers at Lord Jagannath Temple in Puri as Chaitra Navratri begins
Kashmir I Katra, March 30, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha visited the revered Lord Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha, on Saturday, March 28, to offer prayers and seek blessings. The visit coincided with the onset of Chaitra Navratri, a significant Hindu festival, which has drawn large crowds of devotees to […]
PM Narendra Modi to flag off historic train from Katra to Kashmir valley on April 19, 2025
Jammu, March 27, 2025 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the first-ever train service from Katra to the Kashmir Valley on April 19, marking a significant milestone in fulfilling a decades-long dream of rail connectivity to the region. The event, scheduled to take place at Katra, the base camp for the Shri […]
New resting area at Ardhkuwari to welcome 1500 pilgrims this chaitra navratri
Katra, March 25, 2025 – As Chaitra Navratri approaches, a state-of-the-art all-weather covered resting area is being prepared at Ardhkuwari to accommodate up to 1500 pilgrims, enhancing their spiritual journey along the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage route. Set to be operational from the start of this year’s Chaitra Navratri on March 30, this facility promises to […]
Adventure tourism soars in Reasi as white-water rafting takes centre stage on Chenab River
Reasi, Jammu & Kashmir – March 23, 2025– Nestled amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Jammu & Kashmir, Reasi is fast emerging as a must-visit destination for thrill-seekers and nature lovers alike. Adventure enthusiasts from across India and beyond are flocking to this scenic district to experience the exhilaration of white-water rafting on the mighty Chenab […]
JKP Launches Cricket Tournament in Katra to Engage Youth and Promote Healthy Activities
JKP Launches Cricket Tournament in Katra to Engage Youth and Promote Healthy Activities. Jammu Kashmir Police (JKP) organised a cricket tournament under its civic action plan in Katra. The intention was to involve the youth in healthy sport activity so that they are not lured towards bad activities and drugs. They stay motivated. They should […]