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India Issues Fresh Advisory For Umrah Pilgrims In Saudi Arabia
The mission also said it remained in regular contact with Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah and Ministry of Foreign Affairs to address difficulties caused by the flight disruptions, particularly issues concerning visa validity and delayed departures.
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Around 3,000 Stranded Umrah Pilgrims Return From Saudi Over Past Week: Ministry
In addition to the stranded travellers, over 10,000 regularly scheduled pilgrims have also flown back to India during the same period, with authorities actively working to facilitate the return of the remaining pilgrims at the earliest.
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4 Killed After Scorpio Rams Pilgrims In Andhra Pradesh
The devotees were walking towards a roadside tea stall when the Scorpio, reportedly travelling at high speed, hit them.
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Pilgrims Caught In Hours-Long Traffic Jams On Way To Badrinath Dham
Amid the steadily increasing traffic pressure, police and administrative teams are working at several locations to regulate the movement of vehicles.
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Kedarnath Sees Record Waste Amid Pilgrim Surge: The Numbers Behind Himalayan Strain
Around 20 metric tonnes of plastic waste was generated in Kedarnath between April and August 2026. Of this, 18.5 tonnes, or 92.5 per cent, had been processed, while around 1.5 tonnes remained.
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1 Dead After Speeding Scorpio Rams Pilgrims In Gujarat, Mob Sets SUV On Fire
The incident happened near the Dolgarh-Patiya highway intersection in Gujarat's Himmatnagar. Over 10 people were also injured.
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Over 80 Tamil Nadu Pilgrims Missing After Nepal Flash Floods, 21 Return Home
The minister said 21 of the 57 people who travelled through Super Yathira agency in Kumbakonam have returned safely.
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With Rs 140 Crore Offerings, Venkateswara Temple Sees Massive Rush In July
Tirumala temple sees 24.52 lakh devotees and nearly Rs 140 crore in hundi offerings in July.
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Kedarnath Yatra Halted After Landslide Blocks Trek Route
The landslide occurred near Chhodi, about one kilometre beyond Gaurikund on the Kedarnath trek route, blocking the path with rocks and debris.
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'Advised Not To Travel To...': CRPF Issued Important Advisory For Amarnath Yatra Pilgrims
Strict advisory issued for pilgrims undertaking the Amarnath Yatra amidst underlying security concerns in Jammu and Kashmir
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J&K Government Issues Strict Advisory As Amarnath Yatra Begins
Alongside the start of the yatra, Jammu and Kashmir authorities issued a fresh advisory, making it clear that pilgrims should not travel to the Union Territory without advance registration.
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4 Amarnath Pilgrims Killed After Van Collides With Truck On Punjab Highway
The devotees were travelling in a traveller van. The impact was so severe that the van was completely wrecked.
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Court Orders SpiceJet To Pay Rs 62,000 To Elderly Couple Left Stranded In Delhi After Haj
The incident took place on July 8, 2024, when Ghulam Nabi Fafoo and his wife, Raja Begum, were flying back to Srinagar after completing the Haj pilgrimage.
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Health Insurance For Amarnath Yatra 2026: Essential Checklist Before You Buy
The Jammu and Kashmir administration provides accident insurance of Rs 10 lakh for all registered Amarnath Yatra pilgrims covering death and disability.
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Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Pilgrims Stranded In Nepal, Ministry Of External Affairs Issues Advisory
Dozens of pilgrims remain stranded in Nepal after travelling without key permits, prompting an urgent advisory from the government.
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India Issues Fresh Advisory For Umrah Pilgrims In Saudi Arabia
The mission also said it remained in regular contact with Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah and Ministry of Foreign Affairs to address difficulties caused by the flight disruptions, particularly issues concerning visa validity and delayed departures.
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Around 3,000 Stranded Umrah Pilgrims Return From Saudi Over Past Week: Ministry
In addition to the stranded travellers, over 10,000 regularly scheduled pilgrims have also flown back to India during the same period, with authorities actively working to facilitate the return of the remaining pilgrims at the earliest.
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4 Killed After Scorpio Rams Pilgrims In Andhra Pradesh
The devotees were walking towards a roadside tea stall when the Scorpio, reportedly travelling at high speed, hit them.
-
Pilgrims Caught In Hours-Long Traffic Jams On Way To Badrinath Dham
Amid the steadily increasing traffic pressure, police and administrative teams are working at several locations to regulate the movement of vehicles.
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Kedarnath Sees Record Waste Amid Pilgrim Surge: The Numbers Behind Himalayan Strain
Around 20 metric tonnes of plastic waste was generated in Kedarnath between April and August 2026. Of this, 18.5 tonnes, or 92.5 per cent, had been processed, while around 1.5 tonnes remained.
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1 Dead After Speeding Scorpio Rams Pilgrims In Gujarat, Mob Sets SUV On Fire
The incident happened near the Dolgarh-Patiya highway intersection in Gujarat's Himmatnagar. Over 10 people were also injured.
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Over 80 Tamil Nadu Pilgrims Missing After Nepal Flash Floods, 21 Return Home
The minister said 21 of the 57 people who travelled through Super Yathira agency in Kumbakonam have returned safely.
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With Rs 140 Crore Offerings, Venkateswara Temple Sees Massive Rush In July
Tirumala temple sees 24.52 lakh devotees and nearly Rs 140 crore in hundi offerings in July.
-
Kedarnath Yatra Halted After Landslide Blocks Trek Route
The landslide occurred near Chhodi, about one kilometre beyond Gaurikund on the Kedarnath trek route, blocking the path with rocks and debris.
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'Advised Not To Travel To...': CRPF Issued Important Advisory For Amarnath Yatra Pilgrims
Strict advisory issued for pilgrims undertaking the Amarnath Yatra amidst underlying security concerns in Jammu and Kashmir
-
J&K Government Issues Strict Advisory As Amarnath Yatra Begins
Alongside the start of the yatra, Jammu and Kashmir authorities issued a fresh advisory, making it clear that pilgrims should not travel to the Union Territory without advance registration.
-
4 Amarnath Pilgrims Killed After Van Collides With Truck On Punjab Highway
The devotees were travelling in a traveller van. The impact was so severe that the van was completely wrecked.
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Court Orders SpiceJet To Pay Rs 62,000 To Elderly Couple Left Stranded In Delhi After Haj
The incident took place on July 8, 2024, when Ghulam Nabi Fafoo and his wife, Raja Begum, were flying back to Srinagar after completing the Haj pilgrimage.
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Health Insurance For Amarnath Yatra 2026: Essential Checklist Before You Buy
The Jammu and Kashmir administration provides accident insurance of Rs 10 lakh for all registered Amarnath Yatra pilgrims covering death and disability.
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Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Pilgrims Stranded In Nepal, Ministry Of External Affairs Issues Advisory
Dozens of pilgrims remain stranded in Nepal after travelling without key permits, prompting an urgent advisory from the government.
