Amarnath Yatra resumes after two days due to bad weather
1 year, 5 months ago

Amarnath Yatra resumes after two days due to bad weather

India TV News  

Amarnath Yatra 2023 : Amarnath Yatra resumed after being suspended earlier in the day for third consecutive day on Sunday due to bad weather. Earlier on Saturday, hundreds of vehicles were stranded in Udhampur after the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway was closed on account of bad weather. The 250-km Jammu-Srinagar National Highway is the only all-weather road linking Kashmir with the rest of the country while the Mughal Road connects Bufliaz town in Jammu's Poonch district to the Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir. ALSO READ | Amarnath Yatra halted for second day, fresh batches of pilgrims stuck due to closure of Srinagar-Jammu NH

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In 52 Days, Over Half a Million Devotees Paid Obeisance at Amarnath
4 months ago

In 52 Days, Over Half a Million Devotees Paid Obeisance at Amarnath

Deccan Chronicle  

Srinagar:The annual Amarnath yatra passed off peacefully on Monday with a little over half a million devotees paying obeisance and having the darshan of the fully formed natural Shivling or ice-lingam of Lord Shiva inside the cave-shrine. The Jammu and Kashmir government and Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board officials said that the traditional rituals including ‘pujan’ were held at the cave-shrine …

Amarnath yatra surpasses 5 lakh mark in first forty days; may go up further
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Amarnath yatra surpasses 5 lakh mark in first forty days; may go up further

Deccan Chronicle  

Last year, a little over 4.5 lakh pilgrims had prayed and had the darshan of the fully formed natural Shivling or ice-lingam of Lord Shiva at Amarnath. The initial days of the yatra saw a huge daily rush and even today two to three thousand pilgrims arrive at the base camps every day,” said an official of the SASB which …

Amarnath Yatra: 2,900 pilgrims leave Jammu for cave shrine
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Amarnath Yatra: 2,900 pilgrims leave Jammu for cave shrine

The Hindu  

More than 2,900 pilgrims left Jammu for the 3,880-metre-high Amarnath cave shrine in the South Kashmir Himalayas amid tight security arrangements on July 24, officials said. More than four lakh pilgrims have already paid obeisance at the naturally-formed ice lingam at the cave shrine, as compared to the over 4.5 lakh last year. The 27th batch of 2,907 pilgrims left …

Fresh batch of over 3,000 pilgrims leaves Jammu for Amarnath shrine
5 months ago

Fresh batch of over 3,000 pilgrims leaves Jammu for Amarnath shrine

The Hindu  

Early on July 21, a fresh batch of 3,113 pilgrims, including 707 women, left a base camp here to join the annual Amarnath pilgrimage in the South Kashmir Himalayas, officials said. So far, nearly 3.90 lakh pilgrims have paid their obeisance at the 3,880-metre-high holy cave shrine, housing the naturally formed ice-shivling. The 24th batch of pilgrims, which also included …

Over 4,400 devotees leave Jammu for Amarnath Yatra
5 months, 1 week ago

Over 4,400 devotees leave Jammu for Amarnath Yatra

The Hindu  

More than 4,400 people left Jammu to join the pilgrimage to the cave shrine of Amarnath in the south Kashmir Himalayas on Friday, amid tight security arrangements, officials said. The 52-day pilgrimage, which began on June 29, is underway amid a spate of terror attacks in the Jammu region and an ongoing massive search operation there to track down the …

Amarnath Yatra: Shivalinga melts prematurely due to excessive heat
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Amarnath Yatra: Shivalinga melts prematurely due to excessive heat

India TV News  

The Amarnath Yatra was temporarily suspended on both routes to the cave shrine on Saturday as a precautionary measure due to heavy rainfall, officials said. According to reports, due to increasing heat, the Shivalinga has melted prematurely even as the yatra is supposed to end in August. More than 20,000 pilgrims paid obeisance at the Amarnath cave shrine on Friday, …

Amarnath Yatra 2024: Over 74,000 devotees visit holy cave shrine in four days
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Amarnath Yatra 2024: Over 74,000 devotees visit holy cave shrine in four days

India TV News  

Amarnath Yatra 2024: Over 74,000 pilgrims had ‘darshan’ inside the holy cave shrine of Amarnath during the last four days while another batch of 5,725 Yatris left for Kashmir today. Yatris take either the 48 km long traditional Pahalgam cave shrine route or the shorter 14 km long Baltal route to perform the Yatra. Those using the Pahalgam route take …

Amarnath Yatra: Third batch of over 6,600 pilgrims leaves Jammu base camp for Kashmir
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Amarnath Yatra: Third batch of over 6,600 pilgrims leaves Jammu base camp for Kashmir

The Hindu  

A third batch of 6,619 pilgrims left the Bhagwati Nagar base camp in Jammu in two separate convoys to join the annual Amarnath pilgrimage in the Kashmir Himalayas, officials said on June 30. About 14,000 pilgrims paid obeisance at the holy cave shrine located at a height of 3,880 metres on the first day of the 52-day annual yatra, which …

Amarnath Yatra 2024: Over 13,000 pilgrims pay obeisance at cave shrine on first day
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Amarnath Yatra 2024: Over 13,000 pilgrims pay obeisance at cave shrine on first day

India TV News  

Amarnath Yatra 2024: Over 13,000 pilgrims visited the holy cave shrine of Amarnath on Saturday, the first day of the annual pilgrimage in the south Kashmir Himalayas. 13,736 pilgrims visited cave shrine on day 1 The Yatra commenced early in the morning from two tracks: the traditional 48-km Nunwan-Pahalgam route in Anantnag and the shorter, but steeper, 14-km Baltal route …

Amarnath Yatra 2024: Over 13,000 pilgrims visit holy cave on first day
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Amarnath Yatra 2024: Over 13,000 pilgrims visit holy cave on first day

Hindustan Times  

More than 13,000 pilgrims visited the holy cave shrine of Amarnath on Saturday, the first day of the annual pilgrimage in the south Kashmir Himalayas that is being conducted amid tight security. Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted pilgrims at the start of the Amarnath Yatra, saying the 'darshan' of Lord Shiva is known to infuse immense energy in his followers. …

Amarnath Yatra begins, first batch of pilgrims leave for cave shrine
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Amarnath Yatra begins, first batch of pilgrims leave for cave shrine

The Hindu  

The annual Amarnath Yatra began on Saturday June 29, 2024, as the first batch of pilgrims left the twin base camps in Baltal and Nunwan to start their journey to the 3880-metre-high cave shrine in the south Kashmir Himalayas, officials said. The officials said the batches of pilgrims on the twin routes were flagged off by the respective deputy commissioners …

Amarnath Yatra: First batch pilgrims continue their journey to Amarnath cave
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Amarnath Yatra: First batch pilgrims continue their journey to Amarnath cave

Live Mint  

Amarnath Yatra 2024: Pilgrims from the first batch left Baltal base camp on Saturday to continue their journey to Amarnath cave. With the beginning of Amarnath Yatra 2024 on Friday, pilgrims have begun their journey to the cave in Jammu and Kashmir. The Amarnath Yatra 2024 began amid thunderous chants of “Har Har Mahadev” and “Bum Bum Bhole” after Lieutenant …

Amarnath Yatra 2024: Large number of pilgrims en route from Baltal to holy cave | WATCH
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Amarnath Yatra 2024: Large number of pilgrims en route from Baltal to holy cave | WATCH

India TV News  

Amarnath Yatra 2024: The first batch of pilgrims left for the Amarnath Yatra in Jammu and Kashmir to offer prayers at the holy cave shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva. The officials said the pilgrims reached the valley through the Navyug tunnel in Qazigund area of south Kashmir's Kulgam district in a cavalcade of 231 light and heavy vehicles where they …

Amarnath Yatra 2024: First batch of over 4,600 pilgrims arrive in Kashmir amid tight security
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Amarnath Yatra 2024: First batch of over 4,600 pilgrims arrive in Kashmir amid tight security

India TV News  

Amarnath Yatra 2024: The first batch of pilgrims for the annual Amarnath Yatra reached the Kashmir valley today amid stringent security arrangements. After they arrived in Srinagar, senior officials in the police and civil administration, local people welcomed the 4,603 pilgrims at the Navyug tunnel in Qazigund area of south Kashmir's Kulgam district. Amid chants of "Bum Bum Bhole" and …

Amarnath Yatra begins today: Do’s and don’ts, step to register, all you need to know
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Amarnath Yatra begins today: Do’s and don’ts, step to register, all you need to know

Live Mint  

Amarnath Yatra begins today: The annual pilgrimage began today after the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha flagged off the first batch of Amarnath Yatra pilgrims from the Amarnath Yatra base camp in Jammu on Friday morning. If you are also planning to join Amarnath Yatra this year, here is a list of do's and don'ts to prepare …

Amarnath Yatra 2024: J&K L-G Manoj Sinha visits Amarnath base camp in Jammu, inspects arrangements
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Amarnath Yatra 2024: J&K L-G Manoj Sinha visits Amarnath base camp in Jammu, inspects arrangements

The Hindu  

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday night visited the base camp of Amarnath yatra in Jammu and reviewed the final arrangements for the pilgrimage. Amid multi-security escort, the first batch of Amarnath pilgrims will depart for twin base camps in Kashmir from Jammu on Friday, marking the beginning of this year’s pilgrimage from here. Mr. Sinha, who was accompanied by …

Logistics, fool-proof security arrangements in place for Amarnath yatra: L-G Manoj Sinha
6 months ago

Logistics, fool-proof security arrangements in place for Amarnath yatra: L-G Manoj Sinha

Deccan Chronicle  

Srinagar: Pratham Puja was on Saturday held at Amarnath cave-shrine to mark the ceremonial commencement of the annual pilgrimage to one of the most revered Hindu places of worship tucked away in the lower Kashmir Himalayas at a height of 13,000 feet. We are taking every possible measure to ensure the yatra is smooth, safe and hassle-free.” The SASB spokesman …

Amid spate of terror attacks in J&K, heightened security measures implemented for Amarnath Yatra 2024
6 months ago

Amid spate of terror attacks in J&K, heightened security measures implemented for Amarnath Yatra 2024

India TV News  

Increase in patrolling activities, surveillance along potential infiltration routes, 24x7 vigilance on highways, and the establishment of random night nakas are among the major security checks initiated by the government to ward off any terror threats to the annual pilgrimage of the Amarnath Yatra 2024. On Monday, Senior Superintendent of Police Vinay Kumar, who chaired a joint security review on …

Amarnath Yatra 2024: Baba Barfani’s Darshan To Begin From July 1. Details Inside
6 months, 1 week ago

Amarnath Yatra 2024: Baba Barfani’s Darshan To Begin From July 1. Details Inside

News 18  

Thousands of devotees visit the shrine of Baba Barfani at Amarnath every year. This year, Baba Barfani’s Amarnath Yatra will span across 52 days, from June 29 to August 19. The devotees participating in the 18th Amarnath Yatra will travel via Balaghat and Pahalgam route and will be able to visit Baba Barfani’s shrine on July 1. Ashok Kumar Saini, …

Amarnath Yatra 2024 Registratons Begin Most Challenging Pilgrimages Things To Keep In Mind
8 months ago

Amarnath Yatra 2024 Registratons Begin Most Challenging Pilgrimages Things To Keep In Mind

ABP News  

Amarnath Yatra, one of the most sought-after pilgrimages, is set to begin from June 29, registrations of which have already begun from April 15. This yatra draws hundreds of pilgrims every year, especially because of its ice-encased Shivalinga and people take this strenous 52-day long yatra to seek blessings of Lord Shiva. Why This Is One Of The Toughest Pilgrimages: …

Amarnath Yatra 2024: Pilgrimage to begin from June 29, registration from tomorrow
8 months, 1 week ago

Amarnath Yatra 2024: Pilgrimage to begin from June 29, registration from tomorrow

Hindustan Times  

The Amarnath Yatra, the annual pilgrimage to the holy shrine, will commence on June 29 and culminate on August 19, while the advance registration for the 52-day-long yatra will start on Monday, April 15, the Shri Amarnath Shrine Board announced on Sunday. The Amarnath Yatra, which takes place every year amid tight security and vigil, takes place from twin tracks …

Amarnath Yatra to begin from June 29. Check details here
8 months, 1 week ago

Amarnath Yatra to begin from June 29. Check details here

Live Mint  

The annual Amarnathji Yatra to worship ‘Baba Barfani’ will begin on June 29 and will conclude on August 19, 2024. Moreover, the National Disaster Response Force and State Disaster Response Force personnel are receiving specialised training to be part of the Mountain Rescue Teams of the Jammu and Kashmir Police to ensure the safety and convenience of devotees. MRT to …

Amarnath Yatra to begin from June 29, registrations will commence tomorrow
8 months, 1 week ago

Amarnath Yatra to begin from June 29, registrations will commence tomorrow

India TV News  

Amarnath Yatra 2024: The Amarnathji yatra 2024 will start from June 29 this year and will conclude on August 19. With just a few months left before the annual Amarnath Yatra, National Disaster Response Force and State Disaster Response Force personnel are receiving specialised training to be part of the Mountain Rescue Teams of the Jammu and Kashmir Police to …

Amarnath Yatra concludes, over 4.4 lakh pilgrims offer prayers at cave shrine
1 year, 3 months ago

Amarnath Yatra concludes, over 4.4 lakh pilgrims offer prayers at cave shrine

The Hindu  

The 62-day annual Amarnath Yatra concluded on Thursday with more than 4.4 lakh pilgrims offering prayers at the cave shrine in the south Kashmir Himalayas this year. Officials said a total of 4,45,338 devotees paid obeisance to the naturally formed ice 'Shivling' during the pilgrimage which commenced on July 1 through Baltal and Pahalgam routes. The holy mace of Lord …

Amarnath Yatra: One pilgrim dies, another injured after falling from track in Baltal
1 year, 4 months ago

Amarnath Yatra: One pilgrim dies, another injured after falling from track in Baltal

India TV News  

A pilgrim of Amarnath Yatra from Bihar died while another suffered injuries subsequent to falling down a track close to Kali Mata Morh on Friday night, an official said on Saturday. “They lost the balance and fell down the track, in which one died on the spot while another suffered injuries,” official said. He said the injured pilgrim is going …

Amarnath Yatra to now continue only on alternate days | Know reason here
1 year, 4 months ago

Amarnath Yatra to now continue only on alternate days | Know reason here

India TV News  

Amarnath Yatra 2023: Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board today announced its decision to allow the ongoing Amarnath Yatra only on alternate days due to the decreasing number of pilgrims. More than 4.28 lakh pilgrims have undertaken the Amarnath Yatra so far this year, surpassing the last year's total with nearly three weeks still to go before the pilgrimage ends, an official …

Amarnath Yatra Suspended Due To Landslide On Jammu-Srinagar National Highway
1 year, 4 months ago

Amarnath Yatra Suspended Due To Landslide On Jammu-Srinagar National Highway

ABP News  

The Amarnath Yatra has been suspended after the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway had to be temporarily blocked due to a landslide at T2 Marog Ramban on the early hours of Wednesday. https://t.co/RG6X2L84vA pic.twitter.com/We50cUjsn2 — ANI August 9, 2023 Just a few days back, another landslide had hit Jammu-Srinagar National Highway's T2 Tunnel which led to the suspension of the Amarnath Yatra …

Traffic Restored At Jammu-Srinagar National Highway After Heavy Landslide In Ramban Area
1 year, 4 months ago

Traffic Restored At Jammu-Srinagar National Highway After Heavy Landslide In Ramban Area

ABP News  

New Delhi: Vehicular movement on Jammu-Srinagar National Highway was restored on Sunday at around 9 am after part of the highway was blocked due to a heavy landslide in the Ramban area. News agency PTI shared the visuals of the landslide on their social media handle and captioned it, "Jammu-Srinagar National Highway blocked due to heavy landslide at T2 tunnel …

Amarnath batch strength heading for Kashmir dropped below 2000
1 year, 4 months ago

Amarnath batch strength heading for Kashmir dropped below 2000

The Hindu  

A fresh batch of 1,974 pilgrims, including 363 women, left Jammu city in a convoy of 85 vehicles early Sunday for the twin base camps in Kashmir to perform the annual Amarnath pilgrimage, officials said. The 28th batch of pilgrims comprising 1,974 pilgrims, who also included 45 Sadhus and 16 Sadhvis, left Bhagwati Nagar base camp in Jammu for Kashmir …

Amarnath yatra: 22nd batch of over 3,800 pilgrims leaves Jammu for cave shrine
1 year, 4 months ago

Amarnath yatra: 22nd batch of over 3,800 pilgrims leaves Jammu for cave shrine

The Hindu  

Amid tight security, the 22nd batch of 3,898 pilgrims left the base camp for the Amarnath Yatra here on July 24 for the twin base camps of the cave shrine in the south Kashmir Himalayas, officials said. A total of 3,898 pilgrims - 2,898 males, 898 females, 90 seers and 12 children - left the Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas here …

Jammu and Kashmir: 2 More Amarnath Pilgrims Die; Total Deaths During Yatra Climbs to 36
1 year, 5 months ago

Jammu and Kashmir: 2 More Amarnath Pilgrims Die; Total Deaths During Yatra Climbs to 36

News 18  

Two more Amarnath pilgrims have died, taking the death toll during this year’s pilgrimage in the south Kashmir Himalayas to 36, officials said on Saturday. Cardiac arrest triggered by low oxygen concentration at high altitudes is one of the most common causes of fatalities among Amarnath pilgrims and security forces posted there. So far, more than three lakh pilgrims have …

Over 7,000 more pilgrims leave Jammu base camp for Amarnath Yatra
1 year, 5 months ago

Over 7,000 more pilgrims leave Jammu base camp for Amarnath Yatra

The Hindu  

Amid tight security, a fresh batch of over 7,000 Amarnath Yatra pilgrims left the base camp here early 14th July morning for pilgrimage to the cave shrine of Lord Shiva in the south Kashmir Himalayas, officials said. A total of 7,245 pilgrims -- 4,880 men, 1,936 women, 424 seers and six children -- left the Bhagwati Nagar base camp for …

Amid tight security, 10th batch of over 7,800 pilgrims leave Jammu for Amarnath
1 year, 5 months ago

Amid tight security, 10th batch of over 7,800 pilgrims leave Jammu for Amarnath

The Hindu  

The 10th batch of over 7,800 Amarnath Yatra pilgrims left the Jammu base camp in the early hours of July 12 for the twin base camps in Kashmir amid tight security arrangements, officials said. The yatra resumed from the Jammu base camp on July 11 afternoon after remaining suspended for three days in view of the closure of the Jammu-Srinagar …

Amarnath Yatra 2023: Over 1.4 lakh pilgrims perform darshan at holy cave so far
1 year, 5 months ago

Amarnath Yatra 2023: Over 1.4 lakh pilgrims perform darshan at holy cave so far

India TV News  

Amarnath Yatra 2023: The Amarnath Yatra has continues to attract a significant number of devotees, with the number of pilgrims having darshan at the Holy Cave surpassing 1.4 lakh since July 1. Thousands of Amarnath Yatris traverse mountainous routes along Pahalgam and Baltal axis with much fervor to perform darshan at Holy Cave. The arrangements put in place for the …

Amarnath Yatra remains suspended for fourth consecutive day from Jammu
1 year, 5 months ago

Amarnath Yatra remains suspended for fourth consecutive day from Jammu

The Hindu  

The Amarnath Yatra was suspended for the fourth consecutive day on Tuesday due to a closure of the Jammu-Srinagar national highway owing to the extensive damage caused to its Ramban section, leaving 15,000 pilgrims stranded in Jammu and at other places. Authorities said incessant rains have caused unprecedented damage to the highway, especially the stretch falling in Ramban district, forcing …

Amarnath Yatra Remains Suspended for 4th Consecutive Day from Jammu
1 year, 5 months ago

Amarnath Yatra Remains Suspended for 4th Consecutive Day from Jammu

News 18  

The Amarnath Yatra was suspended for the fourth consecutive day on Tuesday due to a closure of the Jammu-Srinagar national highway owing to the extensive damage caused to its Ramban section, leaving 15,000 pilgrims stranded in Jammu and at other places. Authorities said incessant rains have caused unprecedented damage to the highway, especially the stretch falling in Ramban district, forcing …

Jammu- Srinagar NH closed; Amarnath Yatra remains suspended
1 year, 5 months ago

Jammu- Srinagar NH closed; Amarnath Yatra remains suspended

Hindustan Times  

The annual pilgrimage to the holy cave shrine of Shri Amarnath in south Kashmir Himalayas remained suspended from Jammu City for the third consecutive day on Monday, said officials. The nearly 250 km long Jammu-Srinagar national highway suffered extensive damage in Ramban district due to heavy rains in the past two days. “1745 hrs, July 10 - Following approach road …

Union Home Minister Amit Shah lauds Jammu and Kashmir police personnel who handed over a lost bag containing ₹80,000
1 year, 5 months ago

Union Home Minister Amit Shah lauds Jammu and Kashmir police personnel who handed over a lost bag containing ₹80,000

The Hindu  

Union Home Minister Mr. Amit Shah on Monday, July 10, expressed his appreciation for the honesty of two police officials — an Assistant Sub-Inspector and a Head Constable of Jammu and Kashmir Police — after they traced a woman pilgrim and returned her lost bag containing ₹80,000 and some documents. Mr. Shah took to Twitter to applaud the acts of …

Amarnath Yatra remains suspended from Jammu for third consecutive day
1 year, 5 months ago

Amarnath Yatra remains suspended from Jammu for third consecutive day

The Hindu  

The Amarnath Yatra remained suspended from Jammu for the third consecutive day on Monday, July 10 due to extensive damage caused to a section of the Jammu-Srinagar Highway in Ramban, officials said. More than 90,000 pilgrims paid obeisance at the cave shrine of Amarnath, while over 40,000 devotees left Jammu for Kashmir in seven batches before the suspension of the …

Amarnath Yatra Arrangements, Traffic Restoration Work Reviewed after Rains, Landslide
1 year, 5 months ago

Amarnath Yatra Arrangements, Traffic Restoration Work Reviewed after Rains, Landslide

News 18  

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday chaired a meeting of civil and police officers to review the arrangements for the ongoing Amarnath Yatra. “Chaired a meeting with Civil Admin & Police officials to review arrangements for ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra after inclement weather had disrupted the pilgrimage for two days. Directed officials to ensure every possible …

J&K LG reviews Amarnath Yatra arrangements, traffic restoration work after rains
1 year, 5 months ago

J&K LG reviews Amarnath Yatra arrangements, traffic restoration work after rains

The Hindu  

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on July 9 chaired a meeting of civil and police officers to review the arrangements for the ongoing Amarnath Yatra. Mr. Sinha said he also discussed efforts underway to restore traffic on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway which has been closed due to landslides at several places due to rains. "Chaired a meeting with …

Amarnath Yatra resumes on Pahalgam route after 3 days as weather improves
1 year, 5 months ago

Amarnath Yatra resumes on Pahalgam route after 3 days as weather improves

Hindustan Times  

The Amarnath Yatra resumed on Sunday afternoon from Panjtarni and Sheshnag base camps after remaining suspended for three days due to inclement weather in Jammu and Kashmir, authorities said. Read here: 83 Karnataka pilgrims stranded on Amarnath yatra route safe: Minister As the weather showed significant improvement, a batch of 6,491 pilgrims performed darshan at Amarnath cave, news agency ANI …

83 Karnataka pilgrims stranded on Amarnath yatra route safe: Minister
1 year, 5 months ago

83 Karnataka pilgrims stranded on Amarnath yatra route safe: Minister

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka minister HK Patil said on Sunday that all the 83 people from the state who went on a pilgrimage to Amarnath and were said to be stranded due to heavy rainfall and landslides are safe. Karnataka minister HK Patil said all the 83 people from the state who went on a pilgrimage to Amarnath and were said to be …

Amarnath yatra resumes from Jammu and Kashmir's Panjtarni, Sheshnag base camps after three days
1 year, 5 months ago

Amarnath yatra resumes from Jammu and Kashmir's Panjtarni, Sheshnag base camps after three days

The Hindu  

The Amarnath yatra resumed on July 9 from Panjtarni and Sheshnag base camps after remaining suspended for three days due to inclement weather in Kashmir, officials said here. Earlier, in the day no fresh batch of pilgrims was allowed from Jammu owing to inclement weather and closure of the Jammu-Srinagar national highway, officials said. Efforts are on to restore traffic …

Over 370 stranded Amarnath pilgrims evacuated, as inclement weather cause suspension of yatra in Kashmir
1 year, 5 months ago

Over 370 stranded Amarnath pilgrims evacuated, as inclement weather cause suspension of yatra in Kashmir

The Hindu  

Over 370 pilgrims enroute to the Amarnath cave shrine were evacuated and provided shelter by the Army on July 8, as intermittent heavy rains forced closure of the twin routes to the shrine in the Kashmir valley. An Army spokesman said pilgrims, who were stranded enroute, have been evacuated. “Medical aid was also provided to yatris stranded enroute due to …

Amarnath Yatra remains suspended for second day as heavy rain continues in Kashmir
1 year, 5 months ago

Amarnath Yatra remains suspended for second day as heavy rain continues in Kashmir

Hindustan Times  

The Amarnath Yatra was suspended for the second consecutive day on Saturday due to inclement weather conditions as rain continued to lash most parts of Kashmir, officials said. According to the officials, fresh batches of pilgrims were not allowed to leave Jammu to embark on their yatra due to closure of the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway. The yatra remains suspended from …

Rain halts Amarnath yatra in Kashmir
1 year, 5 months ago

Rain halts Amarnath yatra in Kashmir

The Hindu  

Pilgrimage to the Amarnath cave shrine, located at an altitude of 14,000 feet, was halted in the Kashmir valley on Friday due to intermittent rain resulting in slippage on the tracks. An official said the yatra was “temporarily suspended” on the Pahalgam-Shrine route, a 32-km trek, in Anantnag district, and Baltal-Shrine route, a 14-km trek, in Ganderbal district, on Friday …

Amarnath Yatra temporarily suspended due to bad weather
1 year, 5 months ago

Amarnath Yatra temporarily suspended due to bad weather

Hindustan Times  

The Amarnath Yatra was temporarily suspended on Friday due to bad weather conditions as rain lashed many parts of Jammu and Kashmir. Read here: Amarnath Yatra: First batch of pilgrims begins journey towards cave shrine "The yatra has been suspended and no pilgrim is being allowed to move towards the holy cave shrine this morning," news agency PTI reported citing …

Amarnath Yatra temporarily suspended due to inclement weather conditions
1 year, 5 months ago

Amarnath Yatra temporarily suspended due to inclement weather conditions

India TV News  

Amarnath Yatra 2023: The Amarnath Yatra has been temporarily suspended on Friday due to bad weather conditions as rain lashed many parts of Jammu and Kashmir. "The yatra has been suspended and no pilgrim is being allowed to move towards the holy cave shrine this morning," news agency PTI reported citing the officials. The 62-day annual pilgrimage to the 3,888-metre-high …

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