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Kumbh Mela 2027 gets approval for Rs 1,252 crore worth projects from Uttarakhand CM DhamiUttarakhand's Chief Minister has approved over Rs 1,252 crore for the upcoming Kumbh Mela in 2027. These funds will boost infrastructure, d...01 May, 2026, 07.30 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
- Uttarakhand allocates Rs 1000 crore for Haridwar Kumbh Mela; area around 48 temples to be developedUttarakhand is set to boost spiritual tourism with significant budget allocations. The state government is investing in projects like the H...11 Mar, 2026, 02.54 PM IST
- Uttarakhand govt plans ban on non-Hindus entering 105 ghats in HaridwarUttarakhand government is considering a ban on non-Hindus entering Haridwar's 105 ghats. The state also plans to declare Haridwar and Rishi...06 Jan, 2026, 01.49 PM IST
- Magh Mela sees start of five-day Panchkosi Parikrama in PrayagrajThe Panchkosi Parikrama, a significant tradition of Prayagraj, has begun at the Magh Mela. This five-day pilgrimage started with Ganga Puja...05 Jan, 2026, 09.36 PM IST
- Badrinath doors close for winter as Chardham Yatra ends with 51 lakh pilgrims, Kedarnath leads turnoutDespite natural disasters, over 51 lakh pilgrims visited the Chardham shrines this year, a significant increase from last year. Kedarnath s...26 Nov, 2025, 08.27 PM IST
- Where rivers meet & mergeIn Indic culture, the confluence of rivers, known as a sangam or prayag, holds immense spiritual significance. These sites, like Devprayag ...03 Jul, 2025, 10.57 PM IST
- Man carries mother and Ganga water on shoulder during Kanwar Yatra, video goes viralA video of a man carrying his mother and a pot of holy water during the Kanwar Yatra pilgrimage has gone viral on social media. The pilgrim...07 Jul, 2023, 04.25 PM IST
- Ganga Saptami 2023: Date, auspicious time and all you need to knowGanga Saptami is a significant Hindu festival that holds immense importance for Hindus as the river Ganga is considered the holiest river i...25 Apr, 2023, 08.33 PM IST
- 'Ganga most visited pilgrim site in world, attracts over 2 crore people every year'Union Tourism and Culture Minister G. Kishan Reddy on Tuesday said Ganga is the most visited pilgrim site in the world and over 2 crore peo...02 Nov, 2021, 04.06 PM IST
- Kudos, Government Of UttarakhandAdityanath had wanted Uttarakhand to let the pilgrims march to Haridwar in that state, considered the most auspicious spot on the Ganga. It...14 Jul, 2021, 11.30 PM IST
- Uttar Pradesh to allow Kanwar yatra this yearUttarakhand has cancelled the yatra this year citing the pandemic. Uttrakhand has appealed to officers of neighbouring states to ask devote...07 Jul, 2021, 11.50 AM IST
- 30% Ganga clean, so Priyanka Gandhi could drink its water: Nitin GadkariThe senior BJP leader whose portfolios include River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation addressed a poll rally at Aathner in Betul Lok Sabh...03 May, 2019, 10.13 PM IST
- Won't contest next Lok Sabha elections: Union minister Uma BhartiThe senior BJP leader's announcement came days after her cabinet colleague Sushma Swaraj said she won't contest the next LS polls.04 Dec, 2018, 07.42 PM IST
- Ban on live music, DJs during Kanwar Yatra 'undemocratic': BJPThe state government had last month banned the use of live music and DJs during 'Kawariya' processions across the state to "maintain peace ...03 Aug, 2015, 09.59 PM IST
- Uttarakhand floods: 2 more bodies recovered from GangaTwo more bodies swept away in the Uttarakhand flash floods have been recovered from the Ganga river in Nirgajni village here.27 Jun, 2013, 02.55 PM IST
- Haridwar: At heaven’s gateWhether you opt to stay at an inconspicuous ashram or pay around Rs 7,000 per night for a luxury tent, a visit to Haridwar can be an exhila...21 Jan, 2010, 07.30 AM IST
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