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 […]
Katra-Amritsar Vande Bharat train launched, runs six days a week

JAMMU, August 11, 2025 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually flagged off the new Vande Bharat Express train service connecting Amritsar and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra on August 10, 2025, marking a significant enhancement in connectivity for pilgrims and tourists visiting the revered Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in Jammu and Kashmir. This high-speed train, […]
PM Modi flags off Amritsar-Katra Vande Bharat, elevating J&K’s pilgrimage and growth

New Delhi/Katra, August 10, 2025 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually flagged off the Amritsar-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Vande Bharat Express on Sunday, marking a significant milestone in Jammu and Kashmir’s railway infrastructure and pilgrimage accessibility. The high-speed train, launched from Bengaluru’s KSR Railway Station alongside two other Vande Bharat routes, promises to enhance […]
22nd Batch of 3,500 Pilgrims departs from Jammu for Amarnath Yatra

Jammu , July 24, 2025 – The 22nd batch of pilgrims undertaking the annual Amarnath Yatra left Jammu early Thursday morning for the Kashmir Valley, en route to the revered Amarnath Cave Shrine. A total of 3,500 pilgrims set off under tight security arrangements from the Yatri Niwas base camp in Bhagwati Nagar, marking another […]
Pilgrims laud arrangements during Shri Amarnathji Yatra 2025

SRINAGAR, July 23: Thousands of devotees from across the country are reaching Jammu and Kashmir to participate in the sacred Shri Amarnathji Yatra, a revered annual pilgrimage dedicated to Lord Shiva. Held in the holy month of Shravan, the yatra leads pilgrims to the sacred Amarnath cave shrine nestled in the Himalayas, where they seek […]
Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2025 crosses 3.35 lakh devotees, LG Manoj Sinha reviews facilities at base camps

The ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2025 has witnessed an overwhelming spiritual turnout, with the number of pilgrims crossing the 3,35,000 mark. This significant milestone reflects the deep devotion of Baba Barfani‘s followers and the seamless coordination by the administration to ensure a memorable and safe journey. Thanks to the zeal, dedication, and hard work […]
Amarnathji Yatra 2025: Pilgrimage of faith in Jammu and Kashmir

Srinagar, July 22, 2025 — As the holy month of Shravan unfolds, devotees from across India and beyond are flocking to Jammu and Kashmir to embark on the sacred Shri Amarnathji Yatra, a revered pilgrimage to the holy cave of Lord Shiva, nestled at an altitude of 3,888 meters in the majestic Himalayas. This annual […]
Amarnath Yatra: Over 3,500 pilgrims depart Jammu base camp amid tight security

Jammu, July 22, 2025: Despite heavy rainfall, a fresh batch of 3,536 pilgrims embarked on the sacred Amarnath Yatra from the Bhagwati Nagar base camp in Jammu, heading toward the revered Amarnath cave shrine in the south Kashmir Himalayas. The pilgrimage, which began on July 3, 2025, continues to draw devotees to the 3,880-metre-high shrine […]
Amarnath Yatra 2025 crosses 3 lakh pilgrims, LG Manoj Sinha hails spiritual milestone

Srinagar, July 20, 2025 – The annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra has crossed a remarkable milestone, with over three lakh pilgrims completing the sacred journey to the holy cave shrine in the south Kashmir Himalayas. Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha announced this achievement on Sunday, crediting the success to divine blessings. LG Sinha shared […]
Shrawan Mahotsav 2025 begins at Shiv Khori with Kavad Yatra, inaugurated by DC Reasi

Reasi, July 14, 2025 – The Shrawan Mahotsav 2025 commenced with immense devotional fervor at the revered Shiv Khori cave shrine in Reasi, Jammu and Kashmir, as Deputy Commissioner Nidhi Malik, Vice Chairperson of the Shri Shiv Khori Shrine Board (SSKSB), inaugurated the festival on the first Monday of the sacred Sawan month. The air […]