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Kedarnath pilgrimage registrations suspended amid heavy snowfall

Kedarnath pilgrimage registrations suspended amid heavy snowfall

Following continuous snowfall and bad weather the registration of pilgrims for Kedarnath has been suspended till May 3, 2023, the officials said on Tuesday. Earlier on April 25 doors of Kedarnath Dham were opened for pilgrims. The Uttarakhand government stopped accepting registration applications from pilgrims for the Kedarnath Dham Yatra in view of heavy snowfall on the pilgrimage route and a warning by the Met Department. The Kedarnath temple is one of the most revered temples in the country dedicated to Lord Shiva and people from across the country visit the temple during the six months when the temple is open.

02 May,2023 03:53 PM IST | Mumbai
Why Dehugaon banned the sale of fish and meat

Why Dehugaon banned the sale of fish and meat

In Maharashtra’s pilgrimage town Dehugaon, the birthplace of Sant Tukaram Maharaj, the Nagar Panchayat hope to practice what the Bhakti saint preached by reinstating the ban on selling meat and fish. For many locals, this means a loss of livelihood

10 April,2022 10:39 PM IST | Mumbai
Rajnath Singh confident after reviewing security arrangements for Amarnath pilgrimage

Rajnath Singh confident after reviewing security arrangements for Amarnath pilgrimage

Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday reviewed security arrangements for the Amarnath Yatra which commenced from today. Singh had reached Jammu and Kashmir yesterday to review the arrangements.

02 July,2015 03:14 PM IST
MEA briefs about preparations for Haj pilgrimage

MEA briefs about preparations for Haj pilgrimage

Spokesperson for MEA, Vikas Swarup on Tuesday briefed about the preparations made by the Indian government for pilgrims taking the Haj pilgrimage. He said that the government has improved facilities to make the pilgrimage easier for those taking it.

15 September,2015 06:11 PM IST
Weekend Getaways: From pilgrimage sites to vineyards, visit Nashik's diverse tourism culture

Weekend Getaways: From pilgrimage sites to vineyards, visit Nashik's diverse tourism culture

Located around 165 Km away from Mumbai, Nashik is a city of extremes. From numerous religious places to incredible vineyards this city has it all. It is also known for its links to the Ramayana and has everything from hills to waterfalls for tourists visiting this town. Nashik is known as the wine capital of India owing to its numerous wineries. Tourists can visit this region and spend almost an entire day relaxing in these beautiful surroundings, and off course, sample the different wines on offer. Nashik has something to offer for everyone and is an ideal weekend destination from Mumbai. Watch the video to enjoy and experience Nashik's diverse tourism culture.

06 June,2018 10:00 AM IST

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