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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)
chandigarh news
Published on May 23, 2026 05:10 am IST

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)
chandigarh news
Published on Feb 11, 2026 03:44 am IST

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 on Jan 25, 2026 05:33 pm IST

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)
chandigarh news
Updated on Dec 21, 2025 01:54 pm IST

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 on Nov 08, 2025 10:43 pm IST

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 on Oct 28, 2025 05:36 pm IST

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)
chandigarh news
Published on Sept 19, 2025 07:50 am IST

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 on Sept 06, 2025 10:44 pm IST

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 on Aug 31, 2025 01:34 pm IST

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)
chandigarh news
Published on Aug 11, 2025 03:34 am IST

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 on Jun 23, 2025 07:02 pm IST

Train to Srinagar, carrying hope

PREMIUM
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 on Jun 08, 2025 08:11 pm IST

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 on Jun 06, 2025 01:41 pm IST

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 on Jun 06, 2025 01:25 pm IST

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 on Jun 06, 2025 01:17 pm IST

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)
chandigarh news
Published on Jun 03, 2025 09:58 am IST

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)
chandigarh news
Published on May 23, 2025 08:44 am IST

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)
chandigarh news
Published on Apr 05, 2025 09:02 am IST

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)
chandigarh news
Published on Mar 18, 2025 09:54 am IST

'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 on Mar 17, 2025 12:54 pm IST

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)
chandigarh news
Published on Jan 29, 2025 07:06 am IST

Kashmir: Katra-Budgam train trial run successful

A train during the trial run in the Valley on Sunday. (Sourced)
india news
Updated on Jan 20, 2025 04:48 am IST

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)
chandigarh news
Published on Dec 29, 2024 10:37 pm IST

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)
chandigarh news
Updated on Dec 28, 2024 05:02 am IST

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)
chandigarh news
Updated on Dec 27, 2024 05:22 am IST

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 on Dec 26, 2024 02:08 pm IST

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 on Dec 18, 2024 07:13 am IST

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)
chandigarh news
Published on Nov 30, 2024 11:09 pm IST

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)
chandigarh news
Updated on Oct 03, 2024 05:52 am IST

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)
chandigarh news
Updated on Sept 02, 2024 10:47 pm IST
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