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    Katra News

    Navratri fest concludes in Katra with spiritual fervour

    Speaking on the occasion, MP Jugal Kishore Sharma lauded the role of the tourism department and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board for organising such festivals in preserving cultural traditions. (HT Photo)
    Cities
    Published 9 days ago

    At Shri Mata Vaishno Devi: Over 4 lakh pilgrims paid obeisance during Shardiya Navratri festival

    To facilitate a smooth, safe and spiritually fulfilling pilgrimage, the shrine board had put in place elaborate arrangements for the convenience of devotees. (ANI Video Grab)
    Cities
    Published 9 days ago

    New Katra helipad to enhance safety, convenience for pilgrims, says Sinha

    The development of the modern helipad was undertaken by the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, in collaboration with the Shri Shiv Khori Shrine Board, at Hutt village, Katra as well as at Shiv Khori. (HT Photo)
    Cities
    Published 160 days ago

    Vaishno Devi ropeway project approved by LG not us, says Omar in J&K assembly

    Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah during the Budget session of the legislative assembly, in Jammu, on Tuesday. (PTI)
    Cities
    Published 261 days ago

    Special trains to run between Katra and Srinagar from next week amid snowfall

    The officials said the special reserved train will depart on January 27 from SMVD Katra at 8.10 am and arrive at Srinagar at 11 am, with a stop at Banihal Railway Station enroute.
    India News
    Published 277 days ago

    Death of 34 pilgrims: Katra court gives clean chit to Shrine Board

    At least 34 pilgrims were killed and scores injured near Ardhkuwari on August 26 in a landslide during heavy rains. (PTI File)
    Cities
    Updated 312 days ago

    VHP questions admission process at Mata Vaishno Devi medical institute

    The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence in J&K.
    India News
    Published 355 days ago

    Protests in Jammu's Katra against proposed Vaishno Devi ropeway project

    People take part in a protest march during the fourth day of a strike against a proposed ropeway project along the trek route to the Vaishno Devi shrine, at Katra in Reasi district, Jammu & Kashmir.
    India News
    Published 366 days ago

    NH-44 disrupted: Special train between Katra, Banihal to run for 15 days

    Jammu divisional administration had made a request to the railway authorities. (HT representative)
    Cities
    Published 406 days ago

    Railways to run special Katra–Sangaldan trains as J&K reels under floods

    Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah visits flood-affected areas, in Anantnag on Saturday.
    India News
    Updated 418 days ago

    Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra remains suspended for sixth consecutive day due to rain

    Vaishno Devi Yatra halted for the fifth day following the landslide triggered by incessant rainfall, in Katra on Saturday.
    India News
    Published 424 days ago

    Punjab: Katra-Amritsar Vande Bharat significant milestone for Punjab: Bittu

    Union minister Jitendra Singh, right, in a Vande Bharat Express train, which was virtually inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, at Katra Railway station, in Reasi district, Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday. (PTI)
    Cities
    Published 445 days ago

    Vande Bharat to offer veg Kashmiri dishes on Katra-Srinagar route from July

    The IRCTC said it has already initiated the process to provide an option for local food on premier trains, such as Vande Bharat and Rajdhani Express.
    India News
    Published 493 days ago

    Train to Srinagar, carrying hope

    The railroad to Srinagar is the last piece in integrating J&K with the rest of India. Just as the abrogation of Article 370 set new terms of political integration, the railway link marks a milestone in geographical and economic integration (AFP)
    Editorials
    Updated 508 days ago

    Railway Minister shares 8 features of Katra Srinagar Rail Link: Check details

    Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted that the construction of the rail link involved over 600 km of steel welding.
    India News
    Published 510 days ago

    Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat flagged off by PM Modi: Ticket fares, timing

    Vande Bharat Express train to run between Katra and Srinagar from June 7.
    India News
    Updated 510 days ago

    PM Modi inaugurates world’s highest railway bridge over Chenab in J&K

    Prime Minister Narendra at the Chenab Bridge, the world's highest railway arch bridge, in Reasi district, Jammu & Kashmir, Friday
    India News
    Updated 510 days ago

    Shrine Board’s archer to represent India at World University Games in Germany

    Anshul Garg, chief executive officer, SMVDSB, said that the sponsorship highlights the board’s dedication to fostering young talent and enabling athletes in the sports complex to shine globally. (HT Photo)
    Cities
    Published 513 days ago

    Jammu: Vaishno Devi integrated command centre becomes operational

    Officials during an inspection of the Integrated Command and Control Centre at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine on Thursday. (HT photo)
    Cities
    Published 525 days ago

    Vaishno Devi sees huge rush as more than 2 lakh devotees pay obeisance in five days, shrine board enhances facilities

    The shrine recorded a footfall of over 48,000 pilgrims on Saturday. (HT Photo)
    Cities
    Published 573 days ago

    Influencer Orry, 7 others booked for consuming alcohol near Vaishno Devi Shrine

    The case was registered under section 223 (disobeying orders given by a public servant) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). (HT file photo)
    Cities
    Published 590 days ago

    'Tough message': J&K cops on case against Orry at Vaishno Devi base camp

    Bollywood's BFF Orry and seven others allegedly ate non-vegetarian diet and consumed alcohol near Vaishno Devi shrine in Katra.
    India News
    Published 591 days ago

    Vaishno Devi ropeway project: High-level panel holds 4th consultation meet with stakeholders

    Dr Bhan expressed his satisfaction with the meeting’s outcome stating that it concluded on a positive note with stakeholders committing to collaborative efforts for the region’s overall development. (File)
    Cities
    Published 639 days ago

    Kashmir: Katra-Budgam train trial run successful

    A train during the trial run in the Valley on Sunday. (Sourced)
    India News
    Updated 648 days ago

    Katra remains shut for 5th day against ropeway project; BJP MLA joins protesters

    The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board announced plans last month to install a ropeway to facilitate access to the temple for senior citizens, children and others who find the 13-km track to the cave shrine challenging. (HT Photo)
    Cities
    Published 669 days ago

    Sangharsh Samiti extends bandh against ropeway project by 72 hours in J&K’s Katra

    The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti called for a 72-hour shutdown, which began on Wednesday. It announced that all activities in Jammu and Kashmir’s Katra would remain suspended during the bandh. (HT Photo)
    Cities
    Updated 671 days ago

    Shutdown in Katra against ropeway project enters second day, protesters launch hunger strike

    Agitators clash with police personnel during the protest on Wednesday at Katra in Reasi district of J&K. (PTI)
    Cities
    Updated 672 days ago

    72-hour blockade in Katra against Vaishno Devi ropeway project sparks tension

    Beginning in Katra on December 25, a 72-hour blockage was imposed on the Mata Vaishno Devi ropeway project
    India News
    Published 672 days ago

    Shutdown in Jammu's Katra today in protest over Vaishno Devi ropeway project

    People take part in a protest march during the fourth day of a strike against a proposed ropeway project along the trek route to the Vaishno Devi shrine, at Katra in Reasi district, Jammu & Kashmir, Monday, Nov. 25, 2024.
    India News
    Updated 681 days ago

    Ropeway would render thousands of labourers jobless, reconsider decision: Mehbooba

    Former J&K chief minister and president of the People’s Democratic Party, (PDP), Mehbooba Mufti, on Saturday, said that “pilgrimages should not be converted into places of tourism” and that “any move to create ropeway project at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi cave shrine from Tarakote Marg to Sanjichhat would render thousands of labourers jobless”. (HT File)
    Cities
    Published 698 days ago
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