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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)

Published 49 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)

Published 150 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.

Published 166 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)

Updated 201 days ago

VHP questions admission process at Mata Vaishno Devi medical institute

The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence in J&K.

Published 244 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.

Published 255 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)

Published 295 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.

Updated 307 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.

Published 313 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)

Published 334 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.

Published 382 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)

Updated 397 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.

Published 399 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.

Updated 399 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

Updated 399 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)

Published 403 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)

Published 414 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)

Published 462 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)

Published 480 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.

Published 480 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)

Published 528 days ago

Kashmir: Katra-Budgam train trial run successful

A train during the trial run in the Valley on Sunday. (Sourced)

Updated 537 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)

Published 558 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)

Updated 560 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)

Updated 561 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

Published 561 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.

Updated 570 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)

Published 587 days ago

Security beefed up in Katra as Navratras begin today

Security has been tightened in Katra and at the three-peaked cave shrine of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi in Trikuta hills for the nine-day-long Navratra festival that begins Thursday. (HT Photo)

Updated 646 days ago

Landslide on Vaishno Devi shrine track leaves two women dead, another injured

The collapsed structure on the Himkoti track to the Vaishno Devi shrine following a landslide in Reasi district on Monday. Two pilgrims were killed and one was injured in the incident. (PTI Photo)

Updated 676 days ago

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