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Railways to run special Katra-Haridwar train on Somvati Amavasya: Check schedule and other details
Jammu and Kashmir | Jun 09, 2026, 04:57 PM ISTThe service will be operated as a fully reserved special train, and only one round trip has been scheduled to cater to the expected rush of devotees during Somvati Amavasya.
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Indian Railways starts train service between Katra and Banihal stations from today, check schedule
Jammu and Kashmir | Sep 19, 2025, 07:34 AM ISTThe Indian Railways said the train will depart from Banihal at 11 am and arrive at Katra at 1.30 pm and will stop at Reasi, Bakkal, Dugga, Sawalkot, Sangaldan, Sumber and Khari stations along the route.
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Vaishno Devi Yatra Restarts, Pilgrims Line Up at Registration Centres
News | Sep 18, 2025, 05:41 PM ISTVaishno Devi Yatra resumes as devotees flocked to registration centers to secure their spots. Long queues formed as pilgrims prepared for their sacred journey to the shrine in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, with safety measures in place for a smooth experience.
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Vaishno Devi yatra suspended again due to bad weather shortly after reopening post 22-day break
India | Sep 17, 2025, 10:37 PM ISTThe shrine board earlier advised pilgrims to carry valid ID, use only the designated routes and cooperate with the staff on duty during the yatra. It also reminded that Radio Frequency Identity Card (RFID) tracking is compulsory to ensure safety and transparency.
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Northern Railway launches special trains between Katra and Sangaldan J-K for stranded passengers
Jammu and Kashmir | Sep 06, 2025, 11:48 PM ISTNorthern Railway has launched temporary local train services between Katra and Sangaldan to assist stranded passengers and restore connectivity amid severe flooding and road disruptions.
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Vaishno Devi Yatra: Katra administrtion orders immediate evacuation of hotels amid landslide risk
Jammu and Kashmir | Aug 31, 2025, 09:19 PM ISTThe Katra administration orders the immediate evacuation of hotels and establishments in sensitive zones near the Vaishno Devi shrine amid landslide risks and ongoing yatra suspension.
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Swaraj Express stuck between Jammu and Katra for 24 hours, hundreds spent night inside halted train
Jammu and Kashmir | Aug 27, 2025, 01:37 PM ISTThe Swaraj Express was left stranded on the railway line between Jammu and Katra for 24 hours on Tuesday after the track was hit by boulders. A rescue operation was launched, but was delayed because the road near the railway line had also been damaged.
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Vaishno Devi landslide leaves 32 killed, life comes to standstill as rains lash Jammu | In Pics
India | Aug 27, 2025, 01:09 PM ISTAt least 32 people lost their lives after a landslide hit the Vaishno Devi shrine in Katra in Jammu on Tuesday amid heavy rainfall in the region. Jammu, like most parts of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, has been battered by heavy rains, badly affecting normal life in the region.
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Vaishno Devi landslide: Death count rises to 32, rescue operations continue
Jammu and Kashmir | Aug 27, 2025, 11:46 AM ISTThe landslide struck at a point about halfway along the winding 12-km trek from Katra town to the hilltop shrine.
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Vaishno Devi yatra temporarily suspended due to heavy rains in Katra
India | Aug 26, 2025, 02:36 PM ISTThe Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra has been temporarily suspended due to continuous heavy rainfall and worsening weather conditions in the Katra region.
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Landslide hits Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra route in J-K's Katra: One dead, nine injured | Video
Jammu and Kashmir | Jul 21, 2025, 01:49 PM ISTAccording to the information received, suddenly large stones and debris fell from the mountain in the Banganga area located on the old Yatra route from Katra to Bhawan, causing panic among the passengers. During this, many devotees got trapped and some are reported to be injured.
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Jammu–Vaishno Devi Katra railway line to be doubled: Know project length, cost, and key details
Jammu and Kashmir | Jul 17, 2025, 09:46 AM ISTAt present, Jammu and Katra are linked by a single-track railway line via Udhampur, which poses operational constraints due to limited track capacity. Officials noted that the track doubling project will significantly enhance rail capacity, allowing for the introduction of additional train services.
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Good news for Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat passengers: IRCTC to serve Kashmiri cuisine from July
Business | Jun 23, 2025, 06:14 PM ISTThe 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.
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Planning to travel from Delhi to Srinagar? Know train options for a hassle-free journey
Travel | Jun 06, 2025, 05:01 PM ISTPlan your Delhi to Srinagar trip with ease! Know the best train options for a hassle-free journey and make your travel experience smooth and enjoyable. Get the latest train schedules and book your tickets now.
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PM Modi Reviews USBRL Project With CM Omar Abdullah, Interacts with Project Workers
News | Jun 06, 2025, 03:29 PM ISTPM Modi spoke with J&K CM Omar Abdullah, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw & Union Minister Jitendra Singh as he watched an exhibition on USBRL (Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link) project. PM Modi also interacted with people who worked on the project.
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'Any hurdle in J-K's development will have to face Modi first': PM sends strong message to Pakistan
India | Jun 06, 2025, 11:44 PM ISTSpeaking at a public gathering on the occasion, PM Modi promised the people of Jammu and Kashmir he won't let the development stop, and if any hurdle comes in the way, it will have to face Modi first – a reference to Pakistan-sponsored terror activities in the region and India's Operation Sindoor.
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Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express train to start operations from June 7: Check timings, route
India | Jun 05, 2025, 04:14 PM ISTThe Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express train will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 6.
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Blackout in Mata Vaishno Devi in Katra after sighting of suspicious drones as Pakistan betrays again
India | May 10, 2025, 10:49 PM ISTAccording to the information, this drone came from the border area of Akhnoor towards Katra and flew over the hills of Vaishno Devi and went towards Udhampur. Now, a complete blackout has been imposed in Katra Vaishno Devi.
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Pahalgam attack: Special unreserved train from Jammu's Katra to Delhi to run today
India | Apr 24, 2025, 01:06 PM ISTSimilar to the first special train, the second train will start from Shri Vaishno Devi Katra and make stops at Udhampur, Jammu, Pathankot, Jalandhar, Ambala, Kurukshetra, and Panipat,
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No direct Vande Bharat to Srinagar yet, mandatory halt at Katra required, say officials
Jammu and Kashmir | Apr 05, 2025, 12:12 PM ISTThe Vande Bharat Express from Delhi to Srinagar won't be a direct ride—passengers must change trains at Katra due to security and health checks. Indian Railways planned a full rollout by late 2025 with single-ticket convenience and phase-wise operations.