No WiFi, no proper roads: In Rishikesh, architect brothers built a Harry Potter-inspired mud house, complete with jungle trails and Ganga viewsA magical mud house in Rishikesh, inspired by Harry Potter's Hagrid's hut, offers a unique escape from urban life. Built by architect broth...
01 Jun, 2026, 08.17 AM IST
Nepal embassy invites Indian content creators for sponsored trip; check eligibility and detailsNepal's Embassy in New Delhi is seeking Indian social media influencers for a special trip. Five content creators will be chosen to explore...
20 May, 2026, 12.47 PM IST
Kedarnath temple's earnings jump 34 pc to Rs 71.06 crore in 2024-25Kedarnath temple witnessed a significant financial surge, raking in Rs 71.06 crore in the 2024-25 fiscal year, a 34.32% jump from the previ...
12 May, 2026, 02.30 PM IST
Farah Khan enjoys sun, hailstorm, mood changes on Mussoorie vacation. 5 offbeat summer activities for travellersFilmmaker Farah Khan is enjoying a refreshing vacation in Mussoorie, embracing the hill station's recent drop in temperature due to heavy r...
06 May, 2026, 02.16 PM IST
Badrinath temple portals reopen for devoteesThe sacred Badrinath temple in Uttarakhand has reopened its doors to pilgrims. After a six-month winter closure, the temple gates were cere...
23 Apr, 2026, 09.49 AM IST
Kedarnath Dham opens doors: PM Modi writes to devotees, calls yatra a divine celebration of faithKedarnath Temple has opened its doors for devotees. Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended a warm welcome and best wishes. He described the ...
22 Apr, 2026, 02.58 PM IST
Karma, climate and consequences: As the Char Dham Yatra reopens, a warming Himalaya reveals karma in its oldest public senseA road journey through Uttarakhand’s mountain towns reveals a deeper shift in both climate and pilgrimage. Unusual heat, felt by locals as ...
12 Apr, 2026, 08.25 AM IST
Faith affidavit must for darshan: Badrinath–Kedarnath body tightens entry normsNew entry rules are in effect for Badrinath and Kedarnath temples. Non-Hindus must submit an affidavit affirming faith in Sanatan Dharma to...
19 Mar, 2026, 03.25 PM IST
Kedarnath opens for devoteesKedarnath temple reopened its doors on Friday. Over 12,000 pilgrims attended the opening ceremony. The temple was decorated with flowers fr...
02 May, 2025, 12.43 PM IST
Uttarakhand CM Dhami withdraws decision of daily cap on Char Dham pilgrimsThe chief minister has decided to withdraw the decision to put a daily cap on the number of pilgrims visiting the temples, an order issued ...
21 Apr, 2023, 08.37 PM IST
Kedarnath Dham yatra: Four more pilgrims dead; death toll climbs to 41Elderly pilgrims are being advised by authorities not to undertake the arduous journey if they have COVID history or are suffering from pos...
26 May, 2022, 07.41 PM IST
Decade belongs to Uttarakhand, unprecedented boost to connectivity in coming years: PM ModiAfter arriving in Kedarnath, Modi watched a brief documentary detailing the reconstruction work carried out at the Himalayan temple after t...
05 Nov, 2021, 11.57 AM IST
Badrinath opens after winter closureHowever, the opening ceremony was a subdued affair with only a limited number of people, including the priests, the Dharmadhikari and admin...
18 May, 2021, 01.10 PM IST
Uttarakhand: Badrinath to reopen for devotees on May 18The gates of the famous Himalayan temple located in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district are closed every year with the onset of winter during wh...
16 Feb, 2021, 02.10 PM IST
Chardham yatra not to start till Jun 30The priests, stakeholders and hak-hakookdharis of the four Himalayan temples -- Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri -- also known ...
09 Jun, 2020, 03.36 PM IST
Badrinath shrine reopens after winter breakWith the chants of Vedic hymns and 'Jai Badri Vishal', sacred portals of Badrinath were reopened in the wee hours today after their annual ...
12 May, 2016, 01.31 AM IST
August 2 meeting to decide on date to resume Kedarnath prayersVijay Bahuguna has convened a meeting of Badri-Kedar Mandir Samiti on August 2 to decide a date for resumption of prayers at Kedarnath
30 Jul, 2013, 05.01 PM IST