Amarnath Yatra

Amarnath pilgrims are our guests, not targets: Hizbul commander in new viral video

Riyaz Naikoo, a top Hizbul Mujahideen commander, had assured that Amarnath pilgrims will not be harmed, in a new video clip.

Jun 27, 2018, 07:11 AM IST

Amarnath Yatra: First batch of pilgrims flagged off amid unprecedented security

The first batch of Amarnath pilgrims was flagged off by BVR Subramanyam, Chief secretary J&K, BB Vyas Advisor to J&K Governor and Vijay Kumar, Advisor to J&K Governor.

Jun 27, 2018, 05:53 AM IST

Tight security in place for Amarnath yatra, vehicles carrying pilgrims to have radio frequency tag

More than two lakh pilgrims have registered for the annual pilgrimage to the Amarnath cave shrine in south Kashmir Himalayas.

Jun 26, 2018, 20:29 PM IST

Threat to Amarnath Yatra? Special CRPF motorcycle squad, RF tag for every vehicle

The CRPF has formed a special motorcycle squad as part of its efforts to ensure foolproof security during the annual Amarnath Yatra.

Jun 26, 2018, 06:24 AM IST

Terrorist killed in Anantnag may have been targeting Amarnath Yatra: Report

Security arrangements for the Amarnath Yatra - which commences from June 28 - have been tightened following rise in terror-related acitivites.

Jun 23, 2018, 09:06 AM IST

Security tightened for Amarnath Yatra due to rise in terrorist activity

The two-month long pilgrimage to the 3,880 metre high cave shrine of Amarnath will commence on June 28.

Jun 21, 2018, 11:26 AM IST

Zero error policy for Amarnath Yatra, Centre steps up security

 The security forces were undergoing training in Srinagar to ensure that the upcoming Amarnath Yatra was conducted in a smooth manner

Jun 15, 2018, 17:49 PM IST

Threat to Amarnath Yatra? At least 450 terrorists waiting at launch pads along LoC to infiltrate into Kashmir: Report

Intelligence agencies have warned that at least 450 terrorists are waiting to infiltrate into the Indian side of the border in J&K.

Jun 07, 2018, 09:48 AM IST

Rajnath Singh to visit J&K, to decide on 'suspension of operations' against terrorists

The Home Minister will also review the security and other preparations for the Amarnath Yatra, which begins from June 28.

Jun 07, 2018, 08:07 AM IST

Chanting mantras, ringing bells no longer allowed in Amarnath cave: NGT

Devotees will no longer be allowed to chant mantras or shout 'jaykaras' in the Amarnath cave, the National Green Tribunal (NGT) said on Wednesday. The NGT also said that there should be no ringing of bells. 

Dec 13, 2017, 15:09 PM IST

Last batch of 89 pilgrims leave for Amarnath from Jammu

The shrine is located at an altitude of 3,880-metre in south Kashmir Himalayas.

 

Aug 05, 2017, 15:19 PM IST

52 pilgrims leave for Amarnath Yatra

The 40-day long Yatra started on June 29 and will conclude on August 7 on Shravan Purnima coinciding with Raksha Bandhan festival.

 

Aug 05, 2017, 10:01 AM IST

132 pilgrims leave Jammu for Amarnath Yatra

A small batch of 132 pilgrims left Jammu on Friday for the Kashmir Valley to perform the ongoing Amarnath Yatra, officials said.

Aug 04, 2017, 08:03 AM IST

590 pilgrims leave for Amarnath Yatra

Pilgrims approach the shrine either through the traditional 46 km Pahalgam route or through the 14 km Baltal route.

Jul 31, 2017, 10:31 AM IST

309 pilgrims leave Jammu for Amarnath Yatra

 Another batch of 309 pilgrims left Jammu on Sunday to undertake the ongoing Amarnath Yatra.

Jul 30, 2017, 07:55 AM IST

200 pilgrims leave for Amarnath Yatra

 A small batch of 200 pilgrims left Jammu on Saturday to perform the ongoing Amarnath Yatra. This is the smallest number of pilgrims to leave for the valley on a single day during since the yatra began on June 29. It will conclude on August 7 on Shravan Purnima coinciding with the Raksha Bandhan festival.

Jul 29, 2017, 10:33 AM IST

346 pilgrims leave for Amarnath Yatra

The pilgrims left the Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas at 2.45 am in an escorted convoy of 16 vehicles.

Jul 28, 2017, 12:24 PM IST

602 pilgrims leave Jammu for Amarnath Yatra

A total of 48 pilgrims have died during this year. Of these, 17 died in a road accident, eight were killed in a terror attack while 23 due to natural causes.

 

Jul 27, 2017, 09:26 AM IST

678 pilgrims leave for Amarnath Yatra

Over 35,000 security personnel have been deployed to maintain law and order.

 

Jul 25, 2017, 09:36 AM IST