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Badrinath, Kedarnath, Hemkund Sahib yatra temporarily halted due to heavy rainfall

Pilgrims heading to Badrinath, Kedarnath, and Hemkund Sahib are temporarily halted in Srinagar Garhwal as heavy rainfall in upper Himalayan regions prompted the administration to suspend travel. Authorities are assessing weather and route conditions. Vehicles are stopped until routes are declared safe. Pilgrims are advised to wait patiently and follow…

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Kedarnath Yatra on high alert: IMD warns of heavy rain & thunderstorms, check Dehradun traffic plan before you travel

The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for Kedarnath, warning of thunderstorms and strong winds, placing the ongoing Yatra on high alert. Authorities are halting pilgrims during adverse weather, while helicopter services are suspended due to poor visibility. A traffic diversion plan is in place for the Char…

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Over 10,000 Kedarnath pilgrims rescued after massive landslide in Uttarakhand's Rudraprayag

Over 10,000 pilgrims were safely evacuated from the Kedarnath route in Rudraprayag after a landslide at Munkatiya blocked the highway. Joint rescue teams from SDRF and NDRF guided stranded pilgrims across the affected stretch amid challenging conditions, ensuring their safe relocation and the subsequent restoration of the highway.

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Elderly, differently-abled pilgrims to get access to priority darshan at Kedarnath, Badrinath shrines

To honor our most cherished pilgrims, the Shri Badrinath Kedarnath Temple Committee has introduced a priority darshan system for those aged over 70 and individuals with disabilities at the esteemed Badrinath and Kedarnath shrines. Each day features four distinct slots, accommodating up to 50 devotees per slot, ensuring a more…

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Kedarnath temple's earnings jump 34 pc to Rs 71.06 crore in 2024-25

Kedarnath temple witnessed a significant financial surge, raking in Rs 71.06 crore in the 2024-25 fiscal year, a 34.32% jump from the previous year. This impressive collection, detailed in an RTI response, includes earnings from special pujas, donations, and helicopter services. The temple committee manages numerous shrines and facilities, with…

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“Intezaar nahi, bas safar”: Kedarnath route par mili 70+ behnein bani inspiration

Not every story on the internet is crafted to go viral—yet some still manage to resonate deeply with people. One such moment, shared from the trekking route to Kedarnath, has been touching hearts across social media.

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Kedarnath Dham Blanketed in Heavy Snow Ahead of 2026 Yatra Opening

Kedarnath Dham, one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites in India, continues to stand as a powerful symbol of faith and devotion. Nestled in the majestic Himalayas, this revered Jyotirlinga temple attracts millions of pilgrims each year as part of the Char Dham Yatra. However, in April 2026, unusual weather…

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What Happened After the Idol Was Moved Will Shock You

Some stories feel impossible to believe yet even harder to ignore. High in the mountains of Uttarakhand, beside the flowing Alaknanda River, stands a temple that defies logic. A goddess believed to change her form with time A shrine that never accepted a roof, no matter how many tried. And…

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Lost Hope in Love Marriage? Visit This Temple First

Struggling with love marriage obstacles? There’s a hidden gem in Kashi that many couples overlook the Kedareswar Mahadev Temple. Legend says that this temple, tied deeply to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati’s divine love, has the power to remove all hurdles in love marriages. Devotees who approach with faith often…

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7 Places Where Shiva Is Believed to Protect People From Death

"मृत्युञ्जयाय रुद्राय नीलकण्ठाय शंभवे। अमृतेशाय सर्वाय महादेवाय ते नमः॥" This ancient prayer to Shiva calls him Mrityunjaya, the one who conquers death. Across India, there are temples, caves, ghats, and sacred towns where people believe Shiva’s presence is so powerful that even death itself becomes less frightening. Some believe he…

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How Did These 7 Shiva Lingas Appear Without Human Touch?

In Sanatan Dharma, the Shiva Linga represents the formless, infinite nature of Lord Shiva. While many Lingas are consecrated by rituals, some are believed to have appeared naturally from the earth itself. These are called Swayambhu, meaning self manifested. Such Lingas are considered extremely powerful because they are not shaped…

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Why Shiva Is Called Both Destroyer and Protector

Lord Shiva is often introduced as the Destroyer in the cosmic trinity of Brahma the Creator, Vishnu the Preserver, and Shiva the Dissolver. Yet millions across India and the world pray to him daily as a compassionate protector, a healer, and a refuge in suffering. Temples from Kashi Vishwanath to…

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6 Times Lord Shiva Protected His Devotees in Kalyug

“नमः शिवाय शान्ताय कारणत्रयहेतवे। निवेदयामि चात्मानं त्वमेव गतिर् मम॥” Salutations to the peaceful Shiva, the cause of all causes. I surrender myself to you, for you alone are my refuge. In the age of Kalyug, where confusion rises faster than clarity and faith is constantly tested, millions of devotees turn…

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“I am 76 and I travel alone”: Woman’s Qutub Minar conversation inspires girls to explore fearlessly

A heartwarming experience at Delhi’s famous Qutub Minar landmark has caught the attention of the internet. A young girl’s video of her talk with a 76-year-old woman traveling across India alone in the country going viral. What began as a casual introduction turned out to be an inspiring experience about…

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Why Devotees Call This Kashi Temple the Second Kedarnath

What if you could receive the spiritual blessings of Kedarnath Temple without climbing the Himalayas? On the sacred banks of the Ganga in Varanasi near Kedar Ghat stands the powerful Gaurikedareshwar Mahadev Temple. Devotees believe one darshan here grants the same spiritual merit as Kedarnath Dham. Rooted in Puranic legend,…

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Why Triyuginarayan Temple Is More Than Just Shiva and Parvati’s Wedding Site

Most devotees know Triyuginarayan Temple as the sacred wedding site of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. But that is only part of its spiritual legacy. Located in the hills of Uttarakhand, this ancient Vishnu dedicated temple is linked through scripture and regional tradition to Lord Vishnu’s Vamana incarnation, as mentioned…

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Why Mondays Are Powerful for Shiva Devotees

Have you ever noticed why Shiva temples are especially crowded on Mondays? Devotees fast, chant Om Namah Shivaya, and perform Abhishek with milk and water on this sacred day. In Hindu tradition, Monday, known as Somvar, is deeply connected to Lord Shiva and the Moon, which symbolizes the human mind…

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6 Indian Cities Where Shiva Never Left and Nandi Still Protects

ॐ नमः शिवाय। In some parts of India, Shiva is not spoken of as a god who once came and went. He is spoken of as someone who stayed. Not in legend alone, but in habit, memory, and daily life. People here do not ask where Shiva went. They ask…

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7 Ancient Shiva Temples Where Devotees Are Not Allowed to Touch the Shivling

ॐ नमः शिवाय। न स्पर्शेन न मन्त्रेण, भावेन तु प्रसीदति। Shiva is known as the most accessible of gods. He lives in cremation grounds, wears ash, listens to the broken, and blesses without conditions. And yet, across India, there are ancient Shiva temples where devotees are clearly instructed not to…

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7 Beliefs That Make Haridwar Feel Older Than Kashi

“न तीर्थं न नदी पुण्या न देवालयमुत्तमम्। यत्र साक्षात् हरिः सन्निहितो नित्यं स देशः सनातनः।” That land is eternal where the Divine presence is felt at all times. Ask a priest in Haridwar and a scholar in Kashi which place is older, and you may not get the same answer.…

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After Haridwar Ghats, Entry of Non-Hindus May Be Banned at Kedarnath and Badrinath Too

Dehradun: Following a proposal to restrict the entry of non-Hindus at 105 ghats in the Kumbh area of Haridwar, the Badrinath Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) is considering a similar move at the shrines under its control. The committee administers the Char Dham shrines of Badrinath, Kedarnath, and 47 other temples…

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5 Jyotirlingas Where Devotees Feel Shiva’s Living Presence

ॐ नमः शिवाय। नमः शिवाय शान्ताय कारणत्रयहेतवे। निवेदयामि चात्मानं त्वं गति: परमेश्वर॥ People usually turn to Shiva not in celebration, but in moments of weight and uncertainty. When life feels overwhelming, when words fail, and silence feels more honest than hope, Shiva becomes that presence which does not judge or…

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12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva: The Places Where Mahadev Still Breathes on Earth

Lord Shiva, revered as Bholenath and Mahadev, represents transformation, compassion, and deep inner awakening. Across India, thousands of temples honor him, yet the twelve Jyotirlingas hold exceptional spiritual importance. According to ancient scriptures and lived devotional tradition, these sacred sites mark where Shiva manifested as pure, infinite light. For devotees…

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Helicopter carrying Hindu pilgrims crashes in India's Himalayan state of Uttarakhand, killing 7

A helicopter carrying Hindu pilgrims has crashed in the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand, killing seven people on board

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Seven killed after helicopter carrying Hindu pilgrims crashes in Indian Himalayan state

Helicopter was heading to Hindu pilgrimage site of Kedarnath

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