Vaishno Devi Yatra Registration Halted Till Jan 1 Morning
The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board suspends new pilgrim registrations until January 1 morning due to unprecedented crowds. Check latest updates and safety guidelines here.
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4 Killed in Maihar Truck Collision on NH-30
A tragic accident on NH-30 in Maihar claims 4 lives, injures over a dozen. Victims were pilgrims en route to Magh Mela. Truck driver absconds. Read for details.
Katra to Delhi Special Train Achieves Full Occupancy
The special train from Katra to Delhi recorded 100% occupancy, highlighting a strong resurgence in pilgrimage travel to Vaishno Devi. Read about the railway's strategic response.
Vaishno Devi Pilgrimage Records 20% Visitor Decline
The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in Jammu & Kashmir reports a significant 20% drop in pilgrim footfall in 2024. Explore the reasons behind the decline and the board's response.
Religious Body Renovates 10 J&K Schools
The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board has renovated 10 government schools in Jammu & Kashmir, enhancing infrastructure for over 2,000 students. Discover how this initiative is transforming education.
Vaishno Devi Pilgrimage Sees Dip in 2025 Footfall
The Vaishno Devi pilgrimage in Jammu and Kashmir witnessed a notable decline in pilgrim numbers in 2025. Officials attribute the drop to prolonged closure from security concerns and natural calamities during peak season. Read more.
Tourist bus accident in Trichy injures 13 pilgrims
A private bus carrying pilgrims from Karnataka overturned near Trichy early Sunday, injuring 13. The accident occurred on the Trichy-Madurai Highway. Read for details and updates.
Jammu Protest Over Vaishno Devi College Admission Row
Students and activists protest outside Jammu L-G House, demanding action on alleged irregularities in Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University admissions. Read the full story.
Jammu College Demands Hindu Reservation Amid Protests
Massive protests erupt in Jammu demanding college closure after Muslim candidates dominate admissions. Samiti members burn effigies, clash with police. Full details inside.
Jammu protests demand revocation of MBBS list at SMVDIME
Protests erupt in Jammu over MBBS admissions at SMVDIME, with 42 of 50 seats going to Muslim candidates. Activists demand reservation for Hindu students. Read the full story.
Jammu Protests Over Muslim Students at Vaishno Devi Med College
Protests erupt in Jammu demanding the ouster of Kashmiri Muslim students from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence. Over 60 Hindu groups join the agitation. Read the full story.
Nitish Kumar Reviews Prakash Parv Arrangements in Patna
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar inspected facilities for Guru Gobind Singh's 359th birth anniversary at Patna Sahib. He directed officials to ensure a seamless experience for global pilgrims.
15 Injured in Tirupati Pilgrimage Bus Accident
A mini-bus carrying Sabarimala pilgrims overturned near Sambepalli, injuring 15. Police provided immediate aid and arranged alternate travel. Read the full report.
Gujarat pilgrims killed by hit-and-run SUV in Barmer
Two women pilgrims from Gujarat were killed in a hit-and-run near Bor Charanan toll plaza on NH-68. The driver of the speeding Thar SUV fled the scene. Read the full report.
Railways Plans Ghoti Station Upgrade for Trimbakeshwar Pilgrims
Indian Railways and Nashik district administration plan to develop Ghoti railway station to manage crowds for the Simhastha Kumbh Mela. Read about the decongestion strategy.
Court Dismisses PIL in Vaishno Devi Landslide Case
A Reasi court dismissed a plea for an FIR against Vaishno Devi shrine officials for the August 26 landslide that killed 35 pilgrims. The judge ruled it a natural disaster, with no criminal negligence found. Read the full details.
Court: No criminal negligence in Vaishno Devi landslide deaths
A Katra court ruled out criminal negligence by Vaishno Devi Shrine Board in the August landslide that killed 35 pilgrims, calling it an unforeseeable natural disaster. Read the full details.
Court: No criminal case in Vaishno Devi landslide deaths
Katra court dismisses plea for criminal action against shrine board officials in the August landslide that killed 35 pilgrims, calling it a natural calamity. Read the full details of the ruling.
J&K Court Quashes PIL Against Vaishno Devi Board for Landslide
The Jammu & Kashmir High Court dismisses a PIL blaming the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board for a 2022 landslide that killed 12. The court attributes the tragedy to a natural disaster. Read the full legal analysis.
J-K Court: Vaishno Devi Landslide Was a Natural Disaster
The Jammu and Kashmir High Court quashes a plea against the Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, ruling the 2025 landslide was a natural calamity. Read the full legal analysis and implications.
Fog Diverts 3 Flights to Kolkata, Cancels One
Dense fog in North India forced three flights to Gaya and Varanasi to divert to Kolkata on Thursday, while a Varanasi-Kolkata flight was cancelled. Several passengers were Buddhist pilgrims. Read for details and weather warnings.
Rs 1 Lakh Aid for Haj Pilgrims from Vijayawada
Andhra Pradesh government offers Rs 1 lakh financial aid to Haj pilgrims using Vijayawada Embarkation Centre for 2026, easing travel burdens. Learn details.
12 Dead as Truck Hits Pilgrims in Gujarat's Morbi
A tragic accident in Gujarat's Morbi district leaves 12 pilgrims dead and 20 injured after a truck crashes into a procession. Rescue ops concluded, police investigation underway.
Vaishno Devi Medical College: Campus Calm Amid Admission Row
Despite protests over Muslim-majority admissions, the first batch at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence studies in peace. Classes proceed with bhajans, strict rules, and community outreach. Read the full story.
Chennai's New Hajj House: 100 Rooms for 400 Pilgrims
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin laid the foundation for a new Hajj House near Chennai airport. The ₹39.2 crore facility will offer 400 pilgrims a convenient pre-departure stay. Learn about the key features and announcement details.
CM Stalin Lays Foundation for Tamil Nadu Hajj Illam
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin laid the foundation for a new Hajj Illam near Chennai Airport. The Rs 100 crore facility will serve pilgrims from the state. Read more about this landmark project.
Nagpur Umrah pilgrims stranded, take bus to Mumbai
Nearly 50 Umrah pilgrims from MP villages were stranded at Nagpur airport for 7+ hours after flight cancellation. They boarded a bus to Mumbai to continue their journey to Jeddah. Read their ordeal.
India Protests Pakistan Denying Entry to Hindu Pilgrims
India lodges a strong protest with Pakistan after 14 Indian Hindu pilgrims with valid documents were denied entry during Guru Nanak Jayanti. Read about the diplomatic response and the 1974 agreement violation.
HC acts against banned chemical kumkum sale in Erumeli
Kerala High Court impleads manufacturer & certifier of banned chemical kumkum sold in Erumeli. Court to hear matter again Friday. Read the full details.
Jammu Medical College Admissions Spark Communal Row
Controversy erupts in Jammu as Hindu groups protest admissions at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi medical college, raising fears of deepening religious divides overshadowing regional issues. Read more.
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