Chardham Yatra
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Char Dham, Hemkund Sahib Yatra going smoothly; miscreants spreading rumours to face action: CM Dhami
India | Jun 23, 2026, 05:11 PM ISTUttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami warned that legal action would be taken against those spreading misinformation and appealed to maintain social harmony.
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Mukesh Ambani offers prayers at Kedarnath and Badrinath, donates Rs 5 crore to each temple
India | Jun 15, 2026, 07:21 PM ISTReliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani's visit comes during the ongoing Char Dham Yatra, when thousands of devotees from across the country are visiting the revered Himalayan shrines.
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Char Dham Yatra 2026: Massive influx of devotees at Kedarnath after opening of temple's portals
India | Apr 25, 2026, 09:45 PM ISTThe Kedarnath temple's portals were opened three days before, as the devotees thronged the temple to visit the shrine. A massive influx of devotees was seen at the temple as the state government made extensive arrangements for their safety.
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Kedarnath Temple reopens today: The meaning behind ‘Samb Sadashiv’ written in flowers
Spirituality | Apr 22, 2026, 12:10 PM ISTAs Kedarnath reopens for Char Dham Yatra 2026, the phrase ‘Samb Sadashiv’ displayed in flowers draws attention. We explain its meaning, why it is considered a safe mantra, and how chanting it may influence the mind and overall spiritual experience.
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Char Dham Yatra 2026: All about routes, registration, helicopter booking and new rules
Travel | Apr 22, 2026, 09:36 AM ISTAs Char Dham Yatra 2026 gains momentum, new guidelines focus on safety and crowd control. From registration and medical checks to travel restrictions and temple rules, here is everything pilgrims need to know before planning the journey.
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Safety of pilgrims, no LPG crunch: Uttarakhand CM Dhami finalises action plan for Char Dham Yatra
India | Apr 10, 2026, 11:34 AM ISTDuring a meeting, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami directed officials to ensure that human sensitivity is prioritised and proper safety is ensured for the pilgrims during the Char Dham Yatra 2026.
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Char Dham Yatra 2026: When it begins, how to register online, and temple opening dates
Spirituality | Apr 08, 2026, 11:15 PM ISTChar Dham Yatra 2026 will begin on April 19 on Akshaya Tritiya, with Yamunotri and Gangotri opening first, followed by Kedarnath and Badrinath. Here is a simple guide to temple opening dates, registration steps, and key travel tips for pilgrims.
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Uttarakhand Government mulls registration fee for Char Dham Yatra, forms committee to decide amount
India | Feb 17, 2026, 11:27 AM ISTAccording to Garhwal Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey, a minimum fee of Rs 10 is expected to be charged to prevent fake registrations. The final fee will, however, be fixed once the committee submits its recommendations and receives government approval.
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OPINION | Ban on entry of all non-Hindus to Char Dham: Not justified
India | Jan 27, 2026, 04:35 PM ISTHemant Dwivedi, president of Badrinath-Kedarnath Mandir Samiti says, there are sacred shrines in all faiths where only believers in those religions are allowed entry. He cited the examples of Mecca and Medina, the holy pilgrimage centres of Muslims, and Vatican City, sacred spot for Roman Catholics.
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Non-Hindus barred from Gangotri Dham; Badrinath and Kedarnath Committee also mulls similar move
India | Jan 26, 2026, 11:50 PM ISTThe decision was made unanimously at a committee meeting held on Sunday. Shri Badrinath and Kedarnath Temple Committee Chairman Hemant Dwivedi said a similar proposal will be placed before the board in its upcoming meeting.
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DGCA approves resumption of helicopter services for Char Dham Yatra after Monsoon hiatus
India | Sep 18, 2025, 11:40 PM ISTFollowing the minister’s instructions, the DGCA carried out a thorough inspection between September 13 and 16. This audit covered all helipads, helicopters, operator readiness and supporting infrastructure. After the review, permission was granted to UCADA and helicopter service providers to restart
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Uttarakhand rain fury: Char Dham, Hemkund Sahib yatra postponed till September 5 amid rain alert
India | Sep 01, 2025, 03:44 PM ISTAs many as two persons were killed, several got seriously injured after a landslide hit the Munkatiya area in Rudraprayag. The accident took place at 7.34 am between Sonprayag and Gaurikund.
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Chardham Yatra temporarily halted due to inclement weather: Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Dhami
India | Jul 03, 2025, 02:04 PM ISTThe chief minister said the Chardham yatra will be resumed according to the weather conditions on the route so as to ensure people's safety.
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Char Dham Yatra temporarily suspended amid heavy rain, landslides in Uttarakhand
India | Jun 29, 2025, 09:55 AM ISTChar Dham Yatra: The Char Dham Yatra is considered one of the most sacred pilgrimages in Hinduism, comprising visits to four revered sites: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath.
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Faith on fast-forward: Pilgrims take ambulances to skip traffic enroute Kedarnath - Here's what happ
India | Jun 17, 2025, 02:41 PM ISTIn an unusual incident on the Kedarnath route, two ambulances were stopped by police after suspicions arose about their use. The vehicles, typically meant for emergencies, were found carrying pilgrims instead of patients, prompting authorities to take action.
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Char Dham Yatra draws over 1.6 million pilgrims, Kedarnath witnesses of over 6.5 lakh devotees
India | May 31, 2025, 06:52 PM ISTDevotees across India and abroad flocked to the revered Char Dham and Hemkund Sahib with great enthusiasm and devotion.
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Char Dham Yatra: Helicopter service running smoothly, was closed for some time due to bad weather
India | May 10, 2025, 02:31 PM ISTEarlier on May 8, a helicopter on way to the Gangotri temple crashed near Gangnani in Uttarkashi district on Thursday, killing six persons, including the pilot.
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Badrinath Dham doors open for devotees with melodious tunes of Indian Army band | Watch
India | May 04, 2025, 07:47 AM ISTChar Dham Yatra 2025: The doors of Badrinath Dham have been opened for devotees, marked by a ceremonial showering of flowers on the temple. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the Badrinath temple holds deep spiritual significance for pilgrims.
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Kedarnath Dham welcomes over 30,000 devotees on first day of yatra
India | May 03, 2025, 07:25 AM ISTUttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami participated in the opening ceremony of the Dham portal and personally distributed prasad to devotees at the Mukhya Sevak Bhandara.
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Uttarakhand weather: IMD predicts heavy rains in state, snowfall likely on Char Dham Yatra route
India | May 02, 2025, 01:26 PM ISTThe IMD has advised residents and pilgrims to remain vigilant and take all necessary precautions, especially those travelling along hilly routes on the Char Dham Yatra which began today with the reopening of Kedarnath Temple portals.