Thousands of devotees gather at Martand Sun Temple for Ban Mass Mela during Purushottam Maas
Anantnag, June 15,2026- The annual Ban Mass Mela was observed with great religious fervor and devotion at the historic Martand Sun Temple in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir during the auspicious occasion of Purushottam Maas. A large number of devotees from different parts of the region gathered at the ancient temple complex to offer […]
Over 4.38 lakh pilgrims visit Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in first 10 days of June
Jammu, 12 June 2026- The revered Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Cave Shrine continues to witness a massive influx of devotees, with more than 4.38 lakh pilgrims paying obeisance during the first ten days of June. With the latest figures, the total number of devotees visiting the holy shrine in 2026 has crossed 45.23 lakh, reflecting […]
Special train approved for pilgrims from Katra to Haridwar on Somvati Amavasya
Katra, June 9, 2026- In a significant relief for devotees planning to undertake a spiritual journey on the occasion of Somvati Amavasya, a special train has been approved to operate between Katra and Haridwar, facilitating convenient travel for pilgrims from Jammu & Kashmir and adjoining regions. The special service has been introduced in view of […]
Heavy rush of devotees witnessed at Katra as Vaishno Devi Yatra sees massive footfall
Katra ,June 8,2026-A massive influx of devotees has been witnessed in Katra as thousands of pilgrims continue to arrive for the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra, one of the country’s most revered religious pilgrimages. The town of Katra, the base camp for the pilgrimage, has been experiencing heavy footfall, with devotees from across India gathering […]
Massive devotee influx suspends Vaishno Devi Yatra; registration
Katra, June 9,2026-The pilgrimage to the revered shrine of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi has been temporarily suspended owing to an unprecedented rush of devotees in Katra and along the yatra route. Authorities announced that registration counters for the yatra have been closed for the day to regulate the flow of pilgrims and ensure the safety […]
Thousands of devotees offer prayers at Machail Mata temple
Kishtwar, June 2,2026 Thousands of devotees from across Jammu and Kashmir and other parts of the country are participating in the annual Machail Yatra, offering prayers at the revered Machail Mata Temple located in the picturesque Padder region of Kishtwar district. Nestled amidst the majestic Himalayan mountains, the shrine of Machail Mata, also known as […]
New project to give major boost to religious tourism in region: LG Manoj Sinha
Jammu , May 22,2026-Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday said that the newly inaugurated development project will provide a significant boost to religious tourism in the region and further strengthen Jammu and Kashmir’s tourism sector. Addressing a gathering during the inauguration ceremony, the Lieutenant Governor highlighted the government’s commitment towards improving tourism infrastructure, connectivity, and […]
Heavy rush of devotees at Darshani Deori on day 8 of Chaitra Navratri in Katra
Katra, March 26,2026-A large number of devotees gathered at the Darshani Deori to begin their sacred pilgrimage to the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Temple on the eighth day of Chaitra Navratri. The भक्तों began arriving early in the morning, forming long queues at the entry point as they prepared for the uphill journey to the […]
LG Manoj Sinha Visits Vaishno Devi Shrine on Navratri
Katra, March 19,2026- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday paid obeisance at the revered Vaishno Devi Temple on the auspicious occasion of Chaitra Navratri. The Lieutenant Governor visited the holy cave shrine and offered prayers, seeking peace, prosperity, happiness, and well-being for all. The visit comes during the sacred nine-day festival dedicated to Goddess Durga, […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha chairs 50th Amarnath Board Meet
Kashmir, February 12,2026 – Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha chaired the 50th meeting of the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board (SASB) , discussing key initiatives for the smooth management of the shrine and ensuring pilgrim safety, infrastructure development, and enhanced facilities for devotees. During the meeting, LG Sinha emphasized the importance of efficient administration, community participation, […]