Saudi Arabia warns visa overstayers of penalties and deportation ahead of HajjSaudi Arabia has issued a stern warning to visitors against overstaying their visas, with violators facing potential jail time, hefty fines...
28 Apr, 2026, 10.58 AM IST
Relief camps established on Kedarnath Yatra route, handlers mandatory with horses, mulesRudraprayag administration is taking steps to ensure pilgrim safety on the Kedarnath Yatra route. Sector officers are deployed, and relief ...
27 Apr, 2026, 09.15 AM IST
Uttarakhand govt appoints PCS Sohan Singh as CEO of Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple CommitteeSohan Singh is now the Chief Executive Officer of the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee. This appointment supports the upcoming Char Dha...
26 Apr, 2026, 10.58 AM IST
Saudi Arabia allows six categories to enter Mecca as Hajj restrictions beginSaudi Arabia is tightening entry to Mecca for Hajj. Six groups can now get permits through the Absher Individuals platform. These include P...
23 Apr, 2026, 11.06 AM IST
Char Dham Yatra 2026 begins: Kedarnath opens tomorrow; Check registration process, helicopter booking, routes, dates and new rules hereChar Dham Yatra 2026: The 2026 Char Dham Yatra is in full swing, with the highly anticipated opening of the Kedarnath Dham portals schedule...
21 Apr, 2026, 01.10 PM IST
Rudraprayag police gears up for Kedarnath Yatra with comprehensive traffic management planRudraprayag police are ready for the Kedarnath Yatra. A detailed traffic plan is in place to manage crowds and ensure smooth travel. The di...
21 Apr, 2026, 09.44 AM IST
Hajj vs Umrah visas 2026: What Indian pilgrims must know as Saudi Arabia bars visit visas, tightens entry normsSaudi Arabia has implemented stricter entry rules for Hajj 2026, barring visit visa holders and requiring official permits for access to ho...
20 Apr, 2026, 12.36 PM IST
Saudi Arabia bars visit visa holders from Hajj, entry restricted without permitSaudi Arabia has prohibited all visit visa holders from performing Hajj this year, restricting entry to Mecca and holy sites solely to thos...
19 Apr, 2026, 10.40 AM IST
Amarnath Yatra 2026 registration starts: How to apply, dates, application form, health certificate & banks list - all you want to knowAmarnath Yatra 2026 will begin on July 3 and conclude on August 28, lasting 57 days. Registration opens on April 15 through online and offl...
15 Apr, 2026, 11.50 AM IST
Saudi Arabia restricts Makkah entry from April 13; permit mandatory for residents and foreign nationalsSaudi Arabia has implemented new Hajj season regulations. Foreign nationals and residents without official permits are barred from entering...
13 Apr, 2026, 09.56 AM IST
Amarnath Yatra 2026 to begin from July 3: Check important dates, registration details, eligibilityThe annual Amarnath Yatra will commence on July 3 and conclude on August 28, spanning 57 days. Registration opens April 15, with pilgrims a...
12 Apr, 2026, 01.52 PM IST
Uttarakhand government geared up for Char Dham Yatra, no cap on pilgrims: Chief Minister DhamiUttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced the removal of the pilgrim cap for the upcoming Char Dham Yatra, assuring comprehe...
10 Apr, 2026, 07.42 AM IST
Delhi-Dehradun expressway: Workers seen clearing water using hands days before the inauguration of Rs 12K crore highway by PM ModiDays before its inauguration, workers were seen manually clearing stagnant water from the Rs. 12,000 crore Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor...
09 Apr, 2026, 06.55 PM IST
PM Modi to inaugurate Delhi–Dehradun Expressway on April 14: know the features of this ₹12,000 crore highwayPrime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway on April 14. This 210-km high-speed corridor will connect Delhi,...
08 Apr, 2026, 06.09 PM IST
Make tirths safe for all kinds of yatrisIndia's religious tourism faces risks from stampedes, a recurring issue. Recent events highlight the need for universal safety. Current sol...
01 Apr, 2026, 11.25 PM IST
Taking children to Sabarimala trek? Police urge this must-wear safety device for every kidSabarimala gets new child safety measure: Police are ensuring young pilgrims' safety at Sabarimala with new armbands. Children under ten re...
23 Nov, 2025, 07.48 PM IST
New rules for 2025 Hajj: No children allowed, preference for first-time pilgrimsSaudi Arabia has introduced new Hajj regulations for the 2025 pilgrimage, including a ban on children to avoid overcrowding risks. First-ti...
11 Feb, 2025, 12.39 PM IST