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![]() Adani’s 'Seva Hi Saadhna Hai' Pledge: From MahaKumbh’s 4 Million Meals to Puri’s Rath Yatra Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:38Published | |
![]() Kedarnath Chopper Crash VISUALISED: How Kedarnath Helicopter Crashed Amid Bad Weather, Killing 7 Credit: Oneindia Duration: 00:58Published | |
![]() BREAKING: Kedarnath Chopper Goes Down With 7 On Board | Uttarakhand STUNNED by Back-to-Back Crashes Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:37Published | |
![]() Turkistan – a visit to the ancient city that attracts a million pilgrims and tourists every year Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 05:00Published | |
![]() Pilgrims flock to Andalusia for Rocío Virgin celebration Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published | |
![]() Thousands of pilgrims observe traditional Pentecost at Șumuleu Ciuc in Romania Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:06Published | |
![]() Muslim pilgrims 'stone the devil' as hajj nears end in Saudi Arabia Credit: AFP English Duration: 01:17Published | |
![]() Hundreds gather in El Rocío to honour La Blanca Paloma Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published | |
![]() More than 1.5 million foreign pilgrims are in Saudi Arabia for Hajj Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:10Published | |
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![]() Pilgrims begin Hajj in Mecca amid heat and new restrictions Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published | |
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![]() Saudi Arabia tackles sweltering heat as Muslim pilgrims embark on Hajj journey Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published | |
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![]() Nearly 270,000 pilgrims without permits stopped from entering Mecca Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:49Published | |
![]() Muslim pilgrims in Mecca perform Tawaf ritual ahead of hajj Credit: AFP English Duration: 01:56Published | |
![]() Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Nathula back after 5 years Credit: IANS INDIA Duration: 02:56Published | |
![]() Pope Leo XIV's Inaugural Mass Draws Huge Crowds in Rome | Vatican, Rome, Italy | AT World News LIVE Credit: RumblePublished | |
![]() Vatican BREAKING: Pope Leo XIV Receives Fisherman's Ring And Pallium In Solemn Vatican Ceremony Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:28Published | |
![]() New Pontiff’s Rare Direct Comment On Russia-Ukraine SHOCKS World | Zelensky Backs Pontiff’s Vision Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:21Published | |
![]() Shrine of Fatima in Portugal packed for first pilgrimage after Pope Francis' death Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published | |
![]() Christian FLOOD Pope Leo XIV’s Childhood Home Near Chicago | Pilgrims Flock To Dolton, Illinois Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:04Published | |
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Pakistani Pilgrims Face Hardship In Mecca: Broken Suitcases, Inedible Food And NeglectPakistani pilgrims undertaking Haj pilgrimage in Mecca faced severe hardship due to official negligence, with reports of broken suitcases, inedible food, and lack of care.Zee News - Published | |
Saudi government frees Iranian cleric Gholamreza Ghasemian after being arrested for ‘obscene concerts’ remarksIranian cleric Gholamreza Ghasemian, arrested in Mecca for criticizing Saudi Arabia's social reforms, has been released following Iranian officials' efforts. Ghasemian's remarks, denouncing the..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Indian Haj pilgrims praise Centre for quality facilities, seamless conduct of holy journeynewKerala.com - Published | |
Pneumonia hits 99 Indonesian haj pilgrims in Saudi Arabia, 1 diesnewKerala.com - Published | |
Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2025: 750 Pilgrims Shortlisted; Check Date, Schedule, Route Options And DurationKailash Mansarovar Yatra Route: The selection process was fair, random, computer-generated, and gender-balanced. Pilgrims can check their status by visiting the official website https://kmy.gov.in or..Zee News - Published | |
Weather update: IMD issues alert, predicts heavy rainfall, thunderstorm for these statesThe Indian Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for heavy rain in the hilly districts of Uttarakhand, effective today and tomorrow. In light of this warning, the Uttarakhand Police have..DNA - Published | |
Devotees gather in Uttarakhand's Mana village as Pushkar Kumbh returns after 12 yearsThe 12-year Pushkar Kumbh commenced at Keshav Prayag near the India-China border, drawing thousands of pilgrims, primarily Vaishnavites from South India. This intimate festival, rooted in religious..IndiaTimes - Published | |
SpiceJet to resume Haj flights from Srinagar on May 14 following airport reopeningSpiceJet is set to recommence its Haj 2025 operations from Srinagar on May 14, deploying wide-body Airbus A340 aircraft for two flights to Medina. This resumption follows the reopening of Srinagar..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Catholics gather to catch glimpse of Pope Leo XIV at St Peter's prayerPope Leo XIV will greet the crowd from the balcony of St Peter's Basilica on Sunday, leading a prayer to the Virgin Mary in his second official public appearance since becoming the leader of the..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Big update on Char Dham Yatra amid rising India-Pakistan tension, Uttarakhand suspends this service; check hereAccording to reports, helicopter services will only be available to evacuate pilgrims from Char Dham Yatra locations.DNA - Published | |
Three Powai residents among six killed in Uttarakhand chopper crash![]() Mid-Day - Published | |
5 pilgrims who perished in Uttarkashi chopper crash were women; 3 of them from MumbaiA tragic helicopter crash in Uttarkashi claimed the lives of four women, including Dr. Kala Soni, Vijaya Reddy, and Ruchi Agarwal, all residents of Powai's Hiranandani Gardens. These women were deeply..IndiaTimes - Published | |
6 dead as helicopter carrying Char Dham pilgrims crashes near Gangotri in UttarakhandA helicopter carrying Char Dham pilgrims crashed near Gangnani in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, resulting in six fatalities, including the pilot, Captain Robin Singh. One injured passenger was airlifted to..IndiaTimes - Published | High-flying gang of Char Dham thieves busted at Badrinath shrineThe "Pushpa Gang," an organized group of pickpockets from Andhra Pradesh, was apprehended at Badrinath shrine for targeting Char Dham pilgrims. The gang, led by Krishna Chhedoja, flew to Uttarakhand..IndiaTimes - Published |
Operation Sindoor: Kartarpur corridor shut after India strikes terror camps in Pakistan, PoKThe Kartarpur corridor in Punjab's Gurdaspur was reportedly shut on Wednesday following India’s precision missile strikes on nine terror camps in Pakistan and PoK under Operation Sindoor. The strikes..IndiaTimes - Published | CM Dhami welcomes pilgrims as portals of Badrinath Dham opens, offer prayers, meet devoteesnewKerala.com - Published |
First Flight Of Hajj Pilgrims From J&K To Leave For Saudi Arabia TodayThis year, over 3600 pilgrims will leave Jammu and Kashmir to perform the holiest Muslim pilgrimage of Hajj.Zee News - Published | Days before Pahalgam attack, intelligence hinted at terror plans to hit tourist sites in Jammu and KashmirIntelligence chatter before the Pahalgam massacre indicated terror groups planned to target tourist spots in J&K, especially hotels near Srinagar. Despite generic warnings about potential attacks on..IndiaTimes - Published |
Portals of Shri Kedarnath Dham opened for devotees, CM Dhami welcomes pilgrimsnewKerala.com - Published | Char Dham Yatra: 8,000 animals set to tackle Himalayan trails for pilgrimsnewKerala.com - Published |
Mansarovar yatra to resume in June after five-year hiatusIndia has announced the resumption of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra in June 2025, after it was suspended in 2020 due to Covid-19. The pilgrimage will accommodate 750 pilgrims through Lipulekh Pass in..IndiaTimes - Published | Nashik Kumbh Mela: Shirdi airport to get two helipads and eight parking zones![]() Mid-Day - Published |
‘Ban’ non-Hindu pilgrims, traders at Char Dham, seers tell Uttarakhand govtIn Uttarakhand, several seers have urged the government to prohibit non-Hindu traders from selling 'prasad' and religious items within Char Dham shrines. Citing precedents in Tamil Nadu, Gujarat,..IndiaTimes - Published | Saudi Arab's Haj committee raised India's quota, number of Indian that can now go are..., know how to registerThis year, the Indian government urged Saudi Arabia for increasing India's quota. Saudi Arabia has now raised the quota for these Indian Muslim pilgrims after which number of Indians that would..DNA - Published |
Appreciate this gesture from Saudi authorities: MEA on increased registration of Indian Hajj pilgrimsnewKerala.com - Published | I4C issues nationwide alert on surge in online booking scams targeting pilgrims, touristsnewKerala.com - Published |
From offering free food to connecting famous religious sites, this train travels 2,000 kilometers, runs between...The Sachkhand Express (12715) runs between two pilgrimage sites and therefore pilgrims are a majority among its passengers. The train which takes devotees for visiting the religious sites in India has..DNA - Published | Government set to earn from Kedarnath ropeway project as Adani quotes to share 42% of revenueAdani Enterprises will share approximately 42% of revenue with NHLML for the Sonprayag-Kedarnath ropeway project, a 13 km route expected to drastically cut travel time to 36 minutes. This Rs 4,081..IndiaTimes - Published |
Char Dham Yatra 2025: Over 17.76 lakh pilgrims registernewKerala.com - Published | 'Take up the matter with Saudi urgently': Stalin asks PM Modi to intervene on cancellation of 'private Haj' quotaTamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene with Saudi Arabia following the sudden cancellation of the Private Haj quota. This decision has caused distress..IndiaTimes - Published |
Pvt Haj tour operators' quota for 10,000 pilgrims restored as govt seeks Saudi helpnewKerala.com - Published | Registration begins for Amarnath Yatra 2025, pilgrims queue up at 540 bank branchesnewKerala.com - Published |
Pilgrims appeal to PM as 42k can't make it for HajThousands of Muslim pilgrims face disappointment as 42,000 applicants are unable to perform Haj this year, prompting calls for PM Modi's intervention. The minority affairs ministry attributes the issue..IndiaTimes - Published | Pakistan's Punjab celebrates Baisakhi, Sikh pilgrims mark Khalsa's foundingnewKerala.com - Published |
Old Mughal document details on pilgrims' benefits in Allahabad: Those who come for holy dip in river Ganga...The document also features a distinctive orbital genealogical seal signifying imperial authority, with the king's name, Abul Muzaffar Jalaluddin, at its center, surrounded by his predecessors' names.DNA - Published | Over 6,700 Indian Sikh Pilgrims Reach Pakistan To Celebrate BaisakhiThe Pakistani government has issued 6,751 visas to Indian Sikh pilgrims for the festival for the first time in 50 years.Zee News - Published |
Over 1900 Indian pilgrims receive visas to visit religious places in Pakistan"We will be visiting Gurdwara Nankana Sahib, Gurdwara Panja Sahib and other religious places in Pakistan. It is a ten-day trip beginning 10th April," a Sikh pilgrim said while speaking to ANI.IndiaTimes - Published | Pakistan grants 6500 visas in a surprising move, what could be the motive behind it?Pakistan unexpectedly allows over 6,500 Indian Sikh pilgrims for the 326th Vaisakhi Festival, raising logistical and diplomatic concerns.DNA - Published |
Good news for Kedarnath pilgrims as helicopter booking begins: Check fare and complete booking process hereHelicopter services will operate from Guptkashi, Sirsi, and Phata, and devotees can book online on IRCTC's website, heliyatra.irctc.co.in.DNA - Published | Pakistan issues over 6500 visas to Indian pilgrims for this festival in AprilA large number of pilgrims from India visit Pakistan every year to observe various religious festivals or occasions.DNA - Published |
6,500 Sikh pilgrims get Pakistan visas for Baisakhi celebrationsIndiaTimes - Published | Saudi Prince MBS orders visa ban on 14 nations, including India, Pakistan due to...Saudi Arabia has temporarily suspended Umrah, business, and family visas for 14 countries to prevent unauthorized Hajj pilgrims and ensure safety.DNA - Published |
Lord Krishna's Dwarka: Untold mysteries of the cityLong ago, in the realms of myth and legend, lay the ancient city of Dwarka, which was no ordinary city, but a place of divine origin, that is believed to have been created by Lord Krishna himself...IndiaTimes - Published | UP: Pilgrims heading to Purnagiri temple beaten and chased by fruit sellers in Sambhal, shocking video goes viralThis disturbing incident has raised concerns about public safety, especially for pilgrims passing through the region.DNA - Published |
Beyond death: How Haridwar helps souls find peaceHaridwar, one of India's holiest cities, is revered as a gateway to Lord Vishnu's abode and a spiritual haven. Pilgrims visit to perform last rites and immerse ashes in the Ganga, seeking liberation..IndiaTimes - Published |