RELIGIOUS YATRA

How Uttarakhand plans to put a stop to Char Dham chaos

Uttarakhand government plans 'Dharmik Yatra Authority' to regulate Char Dham Yatra and other pilgrimages like Kanwar yatra. Tourism Minister Satpal Maharaj mentions studying UP's regulatory model. The authority will manage pilgrim limits, routes, health, and security arrangements. Concerned departments to follow guidelines. Discussions with CM Pushkar Singh Dhami for planned guidelines. R Meenakshi Sundaram to monitor Gangotri and Yamunotri pilgrimages.

"Do not send any VIP till May 31 for Char Dham Yatra": Uttarakhand DGP writes letter to state DGPs

Since the opening of the doors of Shri Kedarnath Dham on May 10, over one lakh devotees have made their way to Kedarnath. The total number of pilgrims visiting all four Char Dham sites has reached 2,76,416 thus far. In just four days, a record-breaking 1,26,306 devotees have journeyed to Kedarnath. All three dhams, namely Kedarnath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri, have been bustling with activity. The Char Dham Yatra commenced in Uttarakhand on May 10th.

Char Dham Yatra 2024: Doors of Badrinath Temple open for devotees amid chants and melodious tunes

The Shri Badrinath Dham in Uttarakhand opened its doors for devotees at 6 am on Sunday morning amid chimes of melodious tunes by the Army Band with complete rituals, vedic chants and slogans of 'Badri Vishal Lal Ki Jai'. Shri Badrinath Dham opened its gates for devotees after a break of six months.

First 'Abhishek puja' at Badrinath performed in name of PM Modi, says Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee President

Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee President Ajendra Ajay said, "Today at 6 am, the doors of Shri Badrinath Dham have been opened for devotees. Our first Abhishek Puja has been done in the name of Prime Minister Modi. Crowds of devotees are seen on the temple premises. There was some rain at the time of the opening of the doors but there was no decrease in the number of devotees. We are making efforts to make the journey of the devotees smooth."

'First puja at Kedarnath performed in name of PM Modi': CM Dhami

Kedarnath Dham opened with puja in PM Modi's name, Char Dham pilgrimage welcomed by CM Dhami. Gangotri and Yamunotri doors also opened. Char Dham Yatra holds spiritual importance, following clockwise pilgrimage direction.

Kedarnath Dham reopens for devotees amidst sacred hymns and 'Har Har Mahadev' chants

Kedarnath Dham: As the devotees assembled for the ceremony, the air was filled with the resonant chants of 'Har Har Mahadev' while hymns echoed through the surroundings as the gates were opened. Before the ceremonial commencement at one of the nation's most revered pilgrimage sites, the sanctuary of Lord Shiva was adorned with 40 quintals of flower petals.

BJP, under Modi Bhaijaan, is carving out two new vote banks: Muslims and Christians

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) under Prime Minister Narendra Modi is making strategic efforts to win over India's religious minorities, Muslims and Christians, despite its Hindutva agenda. With a focus on outreach and development, the BJP aims to secure votes from diverse communities, targeting specific regions and addressing concerns through various campaigns.

Ram Mandir Inauguration: PM Modi begins 'pran pratishtha'; here's the complete 5-hour Ayodhya itinerary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has begun the five-hour spiritual journey in Ayodhya, overseeing the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony at the Ram Temple. Actively involved in the Ram Temple movement since 1990, he follows an 11-day 'anushthan' ritual, emphasizing austere practices. The BJP's decades-long commitment to the temple's construction finds culmination, with a meticulously planned schedule including exploration, ceremonies, and public speeches. Highlights include a visit to Kuber Tila, a mythical site, and paying tribute to the Jatayu statue. Security is heightened as dignitaries and devotees anticipate the visit, with live telecasts ensuring nationwide coverage.

Ram Mandir Inauguration: From New York's Times Square to Eiffel Tower, How world is celebrating Ram Lalla's homecoming

Hindus worldwide joyously anticipate the consecration of Lord Ram's idol in Ayodhya, uniting in global celebrations. From New York's Times Square billboards to divine Tesla formations in the US, 'Ramayan Path' in Mauritius, a Grand Rath Yatra in Paris, to Canada declaring 'Ayodhya Ram Mandir Day,' the fervor spans continents. Over 50 nations will stream the historic Pran Pratishtha ceremony, underscoring the universal resonance of Lord Ram's teachings and a shared cultural legacy, uniting the global Hindu community in faith and celebration.

Assam CM urges Rahul not to visit Assamese icon Sankardeva's birthplace during Ram Temple consecration

Assam CM urges Rahul Gandhi to avoid visiting Srimanta Sankardeva's birthplace during Ram temple consecration ceremony. Commandos to be deployed along sensitive routes of minority-dominated areas for Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra on Jan 22. Sensitive areas of Morigaon, Jagiroad, and Nellie chosen by Congress for the Yatra.

As Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra enters Arunachal, Congress attacks BJP over China issue

The Congress leader would then move towards Nyokum Lapang from where he would embark on a foot march to the Malo Tarin government higher secondary school ground to address a public rally. Gandhi would also address a press conference at Itanagar on Saturday. Gandhi will leave the state capital on Sunday morning through Hollongi.

Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony: Mukesh Meshram, the man amid the festival

UP tourism principal secretary Mukesh Meshram has his hands full these days. On the one hand is the long-term task of developing Ayodhya as a religious tourism hub, and on the other are tasks related to the Pran Pratishtha of the Ram idol on January 22 and beyond.

BJP devises micro-level plans to leverage temple consecration in polls

In Bihar -where the caste arithmetic of opposition can challenge its bid to consolidate Hindutva votes- the party has planned a a 20-day "Luv-Kush Yatra" to Ayodhya. The yatra will start from Patna on January 2 and will travel through several towns of Bihar with havans and several religious events planned through its route.

BJP relaunches 'Sneha Yatra' to connect with Christians in Kerala

BJP state chief K Surendran visited Cardinal George Alencherry, the former head of the prominent Syro Malabar Church, at St Thomas Mount in nearby Kakkanad in the morning and conveyed Christmas greetings from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Win some, lose some: Bharat Jodo Yatra's electoral impact uneven

​The assembly polls following the yatra has thrown up a mixed 2-2 result. Karnataka and Telangana went to the Congress but it suffered crushing defeats in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan at the hands of the BJP. The Congress also lost Chhattisgarh to its rival but the yatra had not passed through that state. Polls in Hind-heartland states of Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh, and the southern state of Telangana were held between November 7 and 30, and votes were counted on Sunday.

Nuh violence: Forensic team collects evidences from procession route in Nalhad

Nuh violence: Organisers did not provide complete information about yatra, says Deputy CM Dushyant Chautala

Haryana Deputy Chief Minister Dushyant Chautala on Wednesday said the yatra organisers in Nuh did not provide complete information to the district administration, which resulted in the violence on Monday.

Haryana violence: Rapid Action Force conducts flag march in Haryana's Gurugram

Assistant Commissioner of Police Varun Dahiya (Crime), Gurugram said today, "All schools, colleges and workplaces are functioning normally. There are no restrictions on the movement of traffic. The internet is also operational. I appeal to all to not pay heed to rumours on social media. If anyone wants to report any information, they can reach helpline number '112'."

Stones hurled, cars set ablaze during religious procession in Haryana's Nuh

According to some claims, the trigger for the clash was an objectionable video posted on social media by a Bajrang Dal activist in Ballabhgarh. There were also reports that Monu Manesar, a cow vigilante wanted in the murder of two Muslim men in Rajasthan, was supposed to joint the procession.

Kedarnath to Badrinath: Most religious tirtha sites in India

Puri Rath Yatra: 600-yr-old 'Festival Of Chariots' that celebrates divine journey of Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra & Subhadra

As per the Odia calendar, the Jagannath Rath Yatra is celebrated on the second day of Shukla Paksha at Puri. In 2023, this falls on June 20.

Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra 2023: Everything you need to know about the festival

Besides Puri being the main site of celebration, people throughout India also celebrate Rath Yatra in various ways. Each year, the Yatra begins with the worship of the idols of Balram, Subhadra, and Jagannath by millions of devotees.

Karnataka government's Kashi yatra cancelled as poll code comes into force

The pilgrimage was scheduled to commence in two batches on April 14 and 28, which has been cancelled following Election Commission's direction, Karnataka Religious Endowment department which organises the event said in a statement.