DC Kathua inspects Lakhanpur corridor for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2025 preparations
Kathua, June 10, 2025: Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Kathua, Dr. Rakesh Minhas, conducted a comprehensive inspection of the Lakhanpur corridor to assess and finalize arrangements for the upcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2025, set to commence on July 3, 2025. The annual pilgrimage, a significant spiritual journey for Hindu devotees, is expected to draw thousands […]
J&K braces for four more days of intense heatwave, temperatures soar across region
Srinagar, June 11, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir is enduring a relentless heatwave, with the India Meteorological Department forecasting scorching conditions for at least four more days. The extreme weather, gripping both the Jammu and Kashmir divisions, has pushed temperatures to record highs, prompting authorities to issue advisories for residents and stakeholders, including those preparing […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha reviews Shri Amarnath Yatra preparations in Sonamarg
Srinagar, June 11, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha visited Sonamarg in Ganderbal district on Tuesday to engage with stakeholders involved in the upcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, scheduled from July 3 to August 9, 2025. The visit underscores the J&K administration’s commitment to ensuring a seamless and secure pilgrimage to the […]
Farooq Abdullah reaches Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra on Vande Bharat train, expresses joy
Katra, June 10, 2025: National Conference chief and former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Farooq Abdullah, arrived at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra railway station on the newly inaugurated Srinagar-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Vande Bharat Express. Overwhelmed with emotion, Abdullah remarked, “Mata ne bulaya hai. Aaya hai bulawa shera wali ka,” expressing his […]
PM Modi interacts with students on board Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat during historic launch
Katra, June 7, 2025 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a heartwarming interaction with school children aboard the Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express during its inaugural run on June 6, 2025, moments before flagging off the high-speed train from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra railway station. The joyful exchange with young passengers highlighted the transformative impact […]
Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express begins first journey after PM Modi’s flag-off
Katra, June 7, 2025 – The Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express chugged out of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra railway station at 8:10 AM today, marking its historic inaugural commercial journey to Srinagar, just a day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the high-speed train on June 6, 2025. This state-of-the-art train, part of the […]
Hajj Flights Resume at Srinagar Airport
On May 15, 2025, the second batch of Haj pilgrims left Srinagar’s Haj House for Mecca, following the first batch’s departure on May 4. This sacred Islamic pilgrimage, vital to J&K’s Muslim community, blends spiritual devotion with regional complexities. The 2025 Haj is notable for an India-Pakistan understanding easing travel, a rare diplomatic step. Haj, […]
Hajj flights resume at Srinagar Airport
SRINAGAR, May 15, 2025 — Hajj flights from Srinagar Airport restarted on May 14, 2025, after a six-day halt due to India-Pakistan tensions. The resumption enabled 642 pilgrims from Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh to travel to Medina, Saudi Arabia, for the sacred Hajj pilgrimage, signalling a return to normalcy. The suspension began on May […]
Light rain showers bring relief at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in Katra, Jammu
Katra, May 8, 2025 – The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine, nestled in the Trikuta Hills, is experiencing light rain showers, casting a serene yet challenging atmosphere over the pilgrimage. Katra, the base town, is seeing mild rainfall with temperatures between 20°C and 30°C, rendering the 12-km trek to the holy cave scenic but slippery. […]
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 […]