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Adani’s 'Seva Hi Saadhna Hai' Pledge: From MahaKumbh’s 4 Million Meals to Puri’s Rath Yatra [Video]

Adani’s 'Seva Hi Saadhna Hai' Pledge: From MahaKumbh’s 4 Million Meals to Puri’s Rath Yatra

In a land where devotion flows not just through rituals, but through service, the Adani Group has embraced a powerful truth: Seva is not just an act — it is Saadhna. Rooted in this philosophy, the..

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Kedarnath Chopper Crash VISUALISED: How Kedarnath Helicopter Crashed Amid Bad Weather, Killing 7 [Video]

Kedarnath Chopper Crash VISUALISED: How Kedarnath Helicopter Crashed Amid Bad Weather, Killing 7

In a tragic crash near Kedarnath, an Aryan Aviation chopper carrying seven people—including a 23-month-old child and the pilot—plunged into a forest between Gaurikund and Sonprayag. All aboard were..

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BREAKING: Kedarnath Chopper Goes Down With 7 On Board | Uttarakhand STUNNED by Back-to-Back Crashes [Video]

BREAKING: Kedarnath Chopper Goes Down With 7 On Board | Uttarakhand STUNNED by Back-to-Back Crashes

A tragic helicopter crash near Kedarnath early Sunday claimed all seven lives on board, including the pilot. The Aryan Aviation chopper had taken off from Kedarnath for Guptkashi but crashed in the..

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Turkistan – a visit to the ancient city that attracts a million pilgrims and tourists every year [Video]

Turkistan – a visit to the ancient city that attracts a million pilgrims and tourists every year

Turkistan – a visit to the ancient city that attracts a million pilgrims and tourists every year Euronews visits Turkistan, the holy city of Asian Muslims and UNESCO’s cultural site with its..

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Pilgrims flock to Andalusia for Rocío Virgin celebration [Video]

Pilgrims flock to Andalusia for Rocío Virgin celebration

Pilgrims flock to Andalusia for Rocío Virgin celebration Thousands of pilgrims gathered in southern Spain on Monday to honour the Virgin of El Rocío, a revered Catholic icon of the Virgin..

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Thousands of pilgrims observe traditional Pentecost at Șumuleu Ciuc in Romania [Video]

Thousands of pilgrims observe traditional Pentecost at Șumuleu Ciuc in Romania

Thousands of pilgrims observe traditional Pentecost at Șumuleu Ciuc in Romania Following the centuries-old tradition, some of the faithful stopped first at the Franciscan cathedral to pray before..

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Muslim pilgrims 'stone the devil' as hajj nears end in Saudi Arabia [Video]

Muslim pilgrims 'stone the devil' as hajj nears end in Saudi Arabia

Pilgrims perform the last major ritual of the hajj -- the 'stoning of the devil' --  as Muslims around the globe celebrate the beginning of the Eid al-Adha holiday. Many of the 1.6 million pilgrims..

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Hundreds gather in El Rocío to honour La Blanca Paloma [Video]

Hundreds gather in El Rocío to honour La Blanca Paloma

Hundreds gather in El Rocío to honour La Blanca Paloma In El Rocío, more than a thousand pilgrims embark on a journey of faith and celebration, honouring La Blanca Paloma with flamenco dresses,..

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More than 1.5 million foreign pilgrims are in Saudi Arabia for Hajj [Video]

More than 1.5 million foreign pilgrims are in Saudi Arabia for Hajj

More than 1.5 million foreign pilgrims are in Saudi Arabia for Hajj The Day of Arafat is of great significance to Muslims around the world, regarded as the most sacred day of the year according to..

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The Fall of Hyperion by Dan Simmons Part 2 [Video]

The Fall of Hyperion by Dan Simmons Part 2

In the far future, on the brink of a galactic war, seven pilgrims are chosen to journey to the remote world of Hyperion. Their destination: the mysterious Time Tombs—ancient, shifting structures..

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Pilgrims begin Hajj in Mecca amid heat and new restrictions [Video]

Pilgrims begin Hajj in Mecca amid heat and new restrictions

Pilgrims begin Hajj in Mecca amid heat and new restrictions Muslims from across the world are gathering in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, for the Hajj — a sacred pilgrimage and one of Islam’s five..

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The Fall of Hyperion by Dan Simmons Part 1 [Video]

The Fall of Hyperion by Dan Simmons Part 1

the story unfolds as the Hegemony faces a war with the Ousters, a group that has rejected reliance on artificial intelligences. The novel explores the nature of the Shrike, its role in the Time Tombs..

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Saudi Arabia tackles sweltering heat as Muslim pilgrims embark on Hajj journey [Video]

Saudi Arabia tackles sweltering heat as Muslim pilgrims embark on Hajj journey

Saudi Arabia tackles sweltering heat as Muslim pilgrims embark on Hajj journey Each year, Muslim pilgrims embark on the spiritual journey of Hajj, one of the Five Pillars of Islam. READ MORE :..

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Hyperion by Dan Simmons Part 1 [Video]

Hyperion by Dan Simmons Part 1

seven pilgrims embark on a journey to the planet Hyperion, seeking answers to life's mysteries and their own personal destinies, all while facing the threat of an impending galactic war and..

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Nearly 270,000 pilgrims without permits stopped from entering Mecca [Video]

Nearly 270,000 pilgrims without permits stopped from entering Mecca

Nearly 270,000 pilgrims without permits stopped from entering Mecca Authorities in Saudi Arabia are cracking down on illegal journeys to Mecca for the annual Hajj pilgrimage after a larger number of..

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Muslim pilgrims in Mecca perform Tawaf ritual ahead of hajj [Video]

Muslim pilgrims in Mecca perform Tawaf ritual ahead of hajj

Thousands of Muslim pilgrims perform Tawaf, the ritual of circling the Kaaba at Mecca’s Grand Mosque, ahead of this year's hajj pilgrimage. Over a million people are expected to join the pilgrimage,..

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Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Nathula back after 5 years [Video]

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Nathula back after 5 years

Gangtok, Sikkim: The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is set to resume via Nathula Pass in Sikkim this June, ending a five-year suspension caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. With the first batch of pilgrims..

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Pope Leo XIV's Inaugural Mass Draws Huge Crowds in Rome | Vatican, Rome, Italy | AT World News LIVE [Video]

Pope Leo XIV's Inaugural Mass Draws Huge Crowds in Rome | Vatican, Rome, Italy | AT World News LIVE

Massive crowds gather in Rome and St. Peter's Square to witness the historic inaugural Mass of Pope Leo XIV. The faithful and pilgrims from around the world come together for prayers, unity,..

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Vatican  BREAKING: Pope Leo XIV Receives Fisherman's Ring And Pallium In Solemn Vatican Ceremony [Video]

Vatican BREAKING: Pope Leo XIV Receives Fisherman's Ring And Pallium In Solemn Vatican Ceremony

Pope Leo XIV was officially vested with the pallium and the Fisherman’s Ring during his inauguration Mass in St. Peter’s Square, marking the formal start of his papacy. These ancient symbols of..

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New Pontiff’s Rare Direct Comment On Russia-Ukraine SHOCKS World | Zelensky Backs Pontiff’s Vision [Video]

New Pontiff’s Rare Direct Comment On Russia-Ukraine SHOCKS World | Zelensky Backs Pontiff’s Vision

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed gratitude to Pope Leo XIV for offering to mediate global peace. In a heartfelt message on X, Zelensky called peace Ukraine’s “most sacred..

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Shrine of Fatima in Portugal packed for first pilgrimage after Pope Francis' death [Video]

Shrine of Fatima in Portugal packed for first pilgrimage after Pope Francis' death

Shrine of Fatima in Portugal packed for first pilgrimage after Pope Francis' death Over 270,000 pilgrims joined the candlelight procession at the Fatima Shrine on 13 May, marking the first major..

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Christian FLOOD Pope Leo XIV’s Childhood Home Near Chicago |  Pilgrims Flock To Dolton, Illinois [Video]

Christian FLOOD Pope Leo XIV’s Childhood Home Near Chicago | Pilgrims Flock To Dolton, Illinois

Visitors are pouring into Dolton, Illinois, to witness the humble beginnings of Pope Leo XIV. The vacant childhood home of the beloved pontiff has become a historic pilgrimage site, drawing crowds and..

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Pakistani Pilgrims Face Hardship In Mecca: Broken Suitcases, Inedible Food And Neglect

Pakistani pilgrims undertaking Haj pilgrimage in Mecca faced severe hardship due to official negligence, with reports of broken suitcases, inedible food, and lack of care.  
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Saudi government frees Iranian cleric Gholamreza Ghasemian after being arrested for ‘obscene concerts’ remarks

Iranian 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..
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Indian Haj pilgrims praise Centre for quality facilities, seamless conduct of holy journey


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Pneumonia hits 99 Indonesian haj pilgrims in Saudi Arabia, 1 dies


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Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2025: 750 Pilgrims Shortlisted; Check Date, Schedule, Route Options And Duration

Kailash 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..
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Weather update: IMD issues alert, predicts heavy rainfall, thunderstorm for these states

The 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..
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Devotees gather in Uttarakhand's Mana village as Pushkar Kumbh returns after 12 years

The 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..
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SpiceJet to resume Haj flights from Srinagar on May 14 following airport reopening

SpiceJet 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..
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Catholics gather to catch glimpse of Pope Leo XIV at St Peter's prayer

Pope 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..
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Big update on Char Dham Yatra amid rising India-Pakistan tension, Uttarakhand suspends this service; check here

According to reports, helicopter services will only be available to evacuate pilgrims from Char Dham Yatra locations.
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Three Powai residents among six killed in Uttarakhand chopper crash

three powai residents among six killed in uttarakhand chopper crash
Helicopter ferrying Char Dham Yatra pilgrims plunged 200 metres down a gorge minutes after departing from Kharsali; joint rescue operation conducted by SDRF, army, and locals
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5 pilgrims who perished in Uttarkashi chopper crash were women; 3 of them from Mumbai

A 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..
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6 dead as helicopter carrying Char Dham pilgrims crashes near Gangotri in Uttarakhand

A 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..
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High-flying gang of Char Dham thieves busted at Badrinath shrine

The "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..
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Operation Sindoor: Kartarpur corridor shut after India strikes terror camps in Pakistan, PoK

The 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..
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CM Dhami welcomes pilgrims as portals of Badrinath Dham opens, offer prayers, meet devotees


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First Flight Of Hajj Pilgrims From J&K To Leave For Saudi Arabia Today

This year, over 3600 pilgrims will leave Jammu and Kashmir to perform the holiest Muslim pilgrimage of Hajj.
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Days before Pahalgam attack, intelligence hinted at terror plans to hit tourist sites in Jammu and Kashmir

Intelligence 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..
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Portals of Shri Kedarnath Dham opened for devotees, CM Dhami welcomes pilgrims


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Char Dham Yatra: 8,000 animals set to tackle Himalayan trails for pilgrims


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Mansarovar yatra to resume in June after five-year hiatus

India 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..
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Nashik Kumbh Mela: Shirdi airport to get two helipads and eight parking zones

nashik kumbh mela: shirdi airport to get two helipads and eight parking zones
Mentioning about the location of Shirdi airport, which is close to Nashik, CM Fadnavis said that during the upcoming Kumbh Mela in Maharashtra`s Nashik district, the airport would be highly convenient..
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‘Ban’ non-Hindu pilgrims, traders at Char Dham, seers tell Uttarakhand govt

In 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,..
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Saudi Arab's Haj committee raised India's quota, number of Indian that can now go are..., know how to register

This 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..
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Appreciate this gesture from Saudi authorities: MEA on increased registration of Indian Hajj pilgrims


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I4C issues nationwide alert on surge in online booking scams targeting pilgrims, tourists


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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..
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Government set to earn from Kedarnath ropeway project as Adani quotes to share 42% of revenue

Adani 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..
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Char Dham Yatra 2025: Over 17.76 lakh pilgrims register


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'Take up the matter with Saudi urgently': Stalin asks PM Modi to intervene on cancellation of 'private Haj' quota

Tamil 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..
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Pvt Haj tour operators' quota for 10,000 pilgrims restored as govt seeks Saudi help


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Registration begins for Amarnath Yatra 2025, pilgrims queue up at 540 bank branches


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Pilgrims appeal to PM as 42k can't make it for Haj

Thousands 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..
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Pakistan's Punjab celebrates Baisakhi, Sikh pilgrims mark Khalsa's founding


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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.
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Over 6,700 Indian Sikh Pilgrims Reach Pakistan To Celebrate Baisakhi

The Pakistani government has issued 6,751 visas to Indian Sikh pilgrims for the festival for the first time in 50 years.
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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.
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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.
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Good news for Kedarnath pilgrims as helicopter booking begins: Check fare and complete booking process here

Helicopter services will operate from Guptkashi, Sirsi, and Phata, and devotees can book online on IRCTC's website, heliyatra.irctc.co.in.
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Pakistan issues over 6500 visas to Indian pilgrims for this festival in April

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6,500 Sikh pilgrims get Pakistan visas for Baisakhi celebrations


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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.
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Lord Krishna's Dwarka: Untold mysteries of the city

​Long 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...
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UP: Pilgrims heading to Purnagiri temple beaten and chased by fruit sellers in Sambhal, shocking video goes viral

This disturbing incident has raised concerns about public safety, especially for pilgrims passing through the region.
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Beyond death: How Haridwar helps souls find peace

Haridwar, 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..
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