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First batch of 3,372 Hajj pilgrims departs from Srinagar for Mecca today

Hajj pilgrims will begin their journey from Srinagar today, with the first flight to Mecca scheduled for this morning.

Pilgrims greet their family members and relatives as they leave for annual Hajj pilgrimage, at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, in Ahmedabad, Gujarat(PTI)

india news

Published on May 04, 2025 11:35 AM IST

ANI |

New Ayodhya-Hisar flight to operate twice every week

Direct flights from Hisar in Haryana to Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh are finally here and devotees are thrilled; will operate twice every week.

Pilgrimage made easy: New flight connects Hisar to Ayodhya, the heart of Ram bhakti.(Image by Pixabay)

lifestyle

Updated on Apr 15, 2025 02:36 PM IST

PTI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Ayodhya

Amarnath Yatra 2025: Step-by-step guide for online and offline registration

Amarnath Yatra 2025 registrations are now open. Here's your complete guide to dates, routes, documents, and how to register online or offline.

Amarnath Yatra 2025: Online and offline registration now open for devotees. (PTI)

lifestyle

Published on Apr 14, 2025 01:13 PM IST

ByAkanksha Agnihotri

Bus accident kills 6 Indonesians on Umrah pilgrimage

The accident occurred 150 kilometers from Jeddah when the bus flipped and caught fire.

The accident happened about 150 kilometres (93 miles) outside of Jeddah on Thursday(Pixabay/Representative)

world news

Published on Mar 21, 2025 01:31 PM IST

Reuters |

Trip beyond Vaishno Devi: Jammu’s new pilgrim tourism circuit unveiled

New travel packages for Vaishno Devi pilgrims: Here’s what you need to know ahead of your Jammu trip.

From temples to tourist hotspots: Jammu’s pilgrim tourism gets a makeover.(PTI Photo)

lifestyle

Updated on Mar 04, 2025 04:06 PM IST

PTI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Jammu

Mahakumbh stampede: Two more West Bengal pilgrims succumb to injuries

Amiya Saha and Binod Ruidas were among 30 pilgrims who died in a stampede at the Maha Kumbh

Security personnel carry an injured pilgrim at the site of a stampede amid the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela festival in Prayagraj.(Arun Sankar/AFP)

india news

Published on Jan 31, 2025 05:57 PM IST

PTI |

Hidden gems near Ayodhya: Discover Gonda's stunning bird sanctuary, Tikri forest

Eco-tourism near Ayodhya: Why Gonda’s Tikri Forest and Parvati Arga Sanctuary are the next big tourist spots

Hidden gems near Ayodhya: Discover Gonda's stunning bird sanctuary and forest retreat (Photo by X/banjoyifs)

lifestyle

Published on Oct 23, 2024 04:16 PM IST

PTI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Gonda (up)

Mount Kailash darshan from India? Uttarakhand Tourism launches new route

Uttarakhand Tourism launches Mount Kailash Darshan from Indian soil, package includes helicopter tickets from Pithoragarh to Gunji and back with accommodation

lifestyle

Published on Oct 04, 2024 06:10 PM IST

ANI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Dehradun (uttarakhand) [india]

Vatican approves pilgrimages to Medjugorje, sparks religious tourism

Medjugorje pilgrimages get Vatican green light—could this be the next religious tourism boom?

This photograph shows a statue depicting Virgin Mary, on the square, in front of St. Jacob church in Southern-Bosnian town of Medjugorje. The Vatican announced its recognition of the shrine of Medjugorje in Bosnia-Herzegovina, without commenting on the Virgin's presumed messages to the faithful, who have been gathering there by the millions for over 40 years, during a press conference today on September 19, 2024 on Medjugorje apparitions. Vatican approves pilgrimages to Medjugorje: Virgin Mary’s apparitions spark religious tourism (Photo by ELVIS BARUKCIC / AFP)

lifestyle

Published on Sep 19, 2024 08:46 PM IST

AP | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Vatican City

Exotic beaches to pilgrimage sites: TNPL drives Indian travel trends

Travel boom in India: ‘Travel Now, Pay Later’ fuels millennial and Gen Z wanderlust for short international and pilgrimage trips

Exotic beaches to pilgrimage sites: ‘Travel Now, Pay Later’ drives millennial and Gen Z travel trends in India (Photo by Third Eye Traveller)

lifestyle

Published on Aug 03, 2024 07:00 PM IST

ANI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi [india]

Camino de Santiago: Sacred pilgrimage draws both devout and secular tourists

Pilgrimage for all: Here's all you need to know as non-religious tourists embrace the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage in Spain

Spiritual tourism to deep connection: Spain's sacred Camino de Santiago pilgrimage draws both devout, secular tourists (Photo by IconicSettings on Twitter)

lifestyle

Updated on Jul 11, 2024 04:10 PM IST

AP | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz

Pilgrims can view Kailash peak in Tibet from old Lipulekh pass from Sept 15

Kailash-Mansarovar Yatra returns: Lipulekh pass in India opens for pilgrims to view Kailash peak in Tibet from Sept 15

Historic reopening: View Kailash Peak in Tibet from old Lipulekh pass in India from Sept 15 (Photo by Twitter/I_perfectdevi)

lifestyle

Published on Jul 02, 2024 06:00 PM IST

PTI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Pithoragarh

Not performing Hajj this year? 6 Islamic rituals for Muslims to do at home

Arafah Day, Hajj 2024: Key Islamic rituals for Muslims to do at home to reap benefits of 9th Dhul Hijjah, even when not performing Hajj at Mecca in Saudi Arabia

Not performing Hajj this year? 6 Islamic rituals for Muslims at home on Arafah Day to reap benefits of 9th Dhul Hijjah (Photo by rawpixel)

lifestyle

Published on Jun 14, 2024 09:41 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Arafah vs Arafat: Key differences that Hajj pilgrims, others Muslims should know

Hajj 2024 guide: Understanding Arafah and Arafat, important distinctions ahead of the climax of Muslims' pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia on 9th Dhul Hijjah

Hajj 2024: Arafah vs Arafat key differences that pilgrims, other Muslims should know ahead of 9th Dhul Hijjah (Photo by Twitter/menavisualss)

lifestyle

Published on Jun 14, 2024 08:11 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Hajj 2024: Date, 4 key aspects of history associated with Day of Arafah

Hajj 2024: Here's all you need to know about the date and 4 key historical aspects of Day of Arafah on second day of Hajj and ahead of Eid-ul-Adha or Bakreid.

Muslim worshippers walk around the Kaaba, Islam's holiest shrine, at the Grand Mosque in Saudi Arabia's holy city of Mecca, ahead of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. Hajj 2024: Date, 4 key aspects of history associated with Day of Arafah ahead of Eid-ul-Adha or Bakreid (Photo by FADEL SENNA / AFP)

lifestyle

Published on Jun 14, 2024 03:47 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Hajj 2024: Why is Day of Arafah one of the holiest days in Islam?

Hajj 2024: Here's all you need to know about the importance of 9th Dhul Hijjah for Muslims and why is Day of Arafah one of the holiest days in Islam.

Muslim pilgrims pray on the rocky hill known as the Mountain of Mercy, on the Plain of Arafat, during the annual Hajj pilgrimage, near the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, on June 27, 2023. Hajj 2024: Why is Day of Arafah one of the holiest days in Islam? Significance of 9th Dhul Hijjah. A spiritual highlight of Hajj for many is the standing on the plain of Arafat, where pilgrims praise God, plead for his forgiveness and make supplications. (AP Photo/Amr Nabil, File)

lifestyle

Published on Jun 14, 2024 02:43 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Hajj 2024: Significance behind sacred Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia

Hajj as a pillar of Islam and its deep spiritual meaning: Understanding the spiritual importance of Muslims' pilgrimage to Kaaba at Mecca in Saudi Arabia

Muslim pilgrims circumambulate the Kaaba, the cubic building at the Grand Mosque, ahead of the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Hajj 2024: Significance behind sacred Muslim pilgrimage to Kaaba at Mecca in Saudi Arabia (AP Photo/Rafiq Maqbool)

lifestyle

Published on Jun 12, 2024 04:21 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Hajj 2024: Prophet Ibrahim to today - know origin of Kaaba, rich history of Hajj

History of Hajj: Ahead of Hajj 2024, here's all you need to know about the Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia - from Prophet Ibrahim to modern pilgrims

Hajj 2024 from Prophet Ibrahim to today: Origin of Kaaba and rich history of Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia (Photo by Twitter/hassham_waleed)

lifestyle

Published on Jun 12, 2024 02:32 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Hajj 2024: When is Hajj? Date of Muslims pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia

Hajj 2024: Here’s all you need to know about when is Hajj this year - the date of Muslims' pilgrimage to Kaaba at Mecca in Saudi Arabia

Muslim worshippers pray around the Kaaba, Islam's holiest shrine, at the Grand Mosque in Saudi Arabia's holy city of Mecca on June 11, 2024 ahead of the annual hajj pilgrimage. Hajj 2024: When is Hajj? Date of Muslims pilgrimage to Kaaba at Mecca in Saudi Arabia (Photo by FADEL SENNA / AFP)

lifestyle

Published on Jun 12, 2024 01:51 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Hajj 2024 dominated by rising temperatures in Saudi Arabia

Saudi officials warn of sweltering heat for this year's Islamic pilgrimage. Observers highlight that regional long-term policy changes are needed.

Elderly pilgrims are particularly vulnerable to higher temperatures like the ones expected in the heat wave during the upcoming Hajj. (DW/Amr Nabil/AP Photo/picture alliance)

lifestyle

Published on Jun 12, 2024 12:12 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi

Eid ul Adha 2024 date: When will Muslims in Saudi Arabia, India, UAE celebrate

Eid-ul-Adha 2024: Here's the date when Muslims in Saudi Arabia, India, UAE, US, UK etc will celebrate Bakra Eid during Zul Hijjah/Dhul Hijjah month this year

Eid ul Adha 2024 date: When will Muslims in Saudi Arabia, India, UAE, US, UK, other countries celebrate Bakra Eid (Photo by Wangard International)

lifestyle

Updated on Jun 12, 2024 10:12 AM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Char Dham Yatra: No shooting videos, reels within 50m radius of temple premises

Over 26 lakh devotees across India and abroad register for ongoing Char Dham Yatra; Uttarakhand CM reviews arrangements, bans shooting videos/reels near temples

The Char Dham Yatra started on Friday with the opening of the portals of Yamunotri, Gangotri and Kedarnath Dham amid Vedic chants on the occasion of Akshay Tritiya in Garhwal Himalayas. Char Dham Yatra travel update: Pilgrims prohibited from shooting videos, reels within 50m radius of temple premises (HT Photo)

lifestyle

Published on May 16, 2024 08:18 PM IST

ANI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Dehradun (uttarakhand) [india]

Hinglaj Yatra: Pakistan's largest Hindu festival draws thousands to sacred sites

The dramatic surroundings of Hingol National Park in Baluchistan province are the setting for Pakistan's largest Hindu festival, Hinglaj Yatra

Hindu devotees arrive at an ancient cave temple of Hinglaj Mata to attend an annual festival in Hinglaj in Lasbela district in Pakistan's southwestern Baluchistan province. More than 100,000 Hindus are expected to climb mud volcanoes and steep rocks in southwestern Pakistan as part of a three-day pilgrimage to one of the faith's holiest sites. (AP Photo/Junaid Ahmed)

lifestyle

Published on Apr 28, 2024 04:46 PM IST

PTI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Hinglaj (pakistan)

Haj Suvidha App: Smriti Irani releases Haj Guide for 2024

Haj Suvidha App: Flight, accommodation etc deets to help Mulsim pilgrims focus on spiritual journey and forget mundane tasks like travel, luggage, documents

Haj Suvidha App: Smriti Irani releases Haj Guide 2024 with flight details, accommodation, helpline for Muslim pilgrims (File Photo by REUTERS/Amr Abdallah Dalsh)

lifestyle

Published on Mar 04, 2024 10:36 AM IST

PTI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Iran Umrah pilgrims will travel to Saudi after 8 years, flights from 10 airports

Iran Umrah pilgrims make long-awaited return to the Islamic holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia, will board flights from Dec 19 after an 8-year pause

Iran Umrah pilgrims will travel to Saudi Arabia after 8 years, flights to take off from 10 airports (REUTERS/Suhaib Salem/File Photo)

lifestyle

Published on Dec 14, 2023 11:40 AM IST

Reuters | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Dubai

Bethlehem faces ‘worst Christmas ever’ as war scares away tourists, pilgrims

Tourists and pilgrims desert the birthplace of Jesus as impact of Israel war empties the Palestinian town of Bethlehem ahead of Christmas 2023

A woman arranges an installation of a scene of the nativity of Christ withith a figure

lifestyle

Published on Dec 12, 2023 12:41 PM IST

Reuters | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Bethlehem, West Bank

Happy Thanksgiving 2023: Best wishes, images, messages, WhatsApp status, quotes

Happy Thanksgiving 2023: Thanksgiving is on November 23. Here are some wishes, images, messages, status and quotes to celebrate the day.

Happy Thanksgiving 2023 wishes, images, messages, WhatsApp status and quotes to share with friends and family. (HT Photo)

lifestyle

Updated on Nov 23, 2023 09:11 AM IST

ByKrishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi

Why did the Pilgrims celebrate the first Thanksgiving? Know the complete story

Ahead of Thanksgiving 2023, know the complete story of why the Pilgrims celebrated the first Thanksgiving

lifestyle

Updated on Nov 23, 2023 01:36 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Ramayana Circuit to further increase Indian tourist flow to Nepal

The Ramayana Circuit includes major pilgrim sites in India and Nepal that are related to Ramayana, such as Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh as well as Janakpur in Nepal

lifestyle

Published on Sep 28, 2023 01:33 PM IST

ANI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Pokhara [nepal]

Machail Mata Yatra sets record with over 2 lakh devotees paying obeisance

Record-breaking footfall at Machail Mata pilgrimage in Jammu and Kashmir with nearly 2 lakh pilgrims this year.

The Shree Machail Mata Yatra has experienced a remarkable surge in attendance this year, with a staggering increase from around 58,000 arrivals in 2022 to 1.94 lakh this year. (Representative image)(HT File )

lifestyle

Published on Sep 05, 2023 02:13 PM IST

PTI | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri, Jammu

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Latest from pilgrim

Hajj pilgrims will begin their journey from Srinagar today, with the first flight to Mecca scheduled for this morning.

Direct flights from Hisar in Haryana to Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh are finally here and devotees are thrilled; will operate twice every week.

Amarnath Yatra 2025 registrations are now open. Here's your complete guide to dates, routes, documents, and how to register online or offline.

The accident occurred 150 kilometers from Jeddah when the bus flipped and caught fire.

New travel packages for Vaishno Devi pilgrims: Here’s what you need to know ahead of your Jammu trip.

Amiya Saha and Binod Ruidas were among 30 pilgrims who died in a stampede at the Maha Kumbh

Eco-tourism near Ayodhya: Why Gonda’s Tikri Forest and Parvati Arga Sanctuary are the next big tourist spots

Uttarakhand Tourism launches Mount Kailash Darshan from Indian soil, package includes helicopter tickets from Pithoragarh to Gunji and back with accommodation

Medjugorje pilgrimages get Vatican green light—could this be the next religious tourism boom?

Travel boom in India: ‘Travel Now, Pay Later’ fuels millennial and Gen Z wanderlust for short international and pilgrimage trips

Pilgrimage for all: Here's all you need to know as non-religious tourists embrace the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage in Spain

Kailash-Mansarovar Yatra returns: Lipulekh pass in India opens for pilgrims to view Kailash peak in Tibet from Sept 15

Arafah Day, Hajj 2024: Key Islamic rituals for Muslims to do at home to reap benefits of 9th Dhul Hijjah, even when not performing Hajj at Mecca in Saudi Arabia

Hajj 2024 guide: Understanding Arafah and Arafat, important distinctions ahead of the climax of Muslims' pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia on 9th Dhul Hijjah

Hajj 2024: Here's all you need to know about the date and 4 key historical aspects of Day of Arafah on second day of Hajj and ahead of Eid-ul-Adha or Bakreid.

Hajj 2024: Here's all you need to know about the importance of 9th Dhul Hijjah for Muslims and why is Day of Arafah one of the holiest days in Islam.

Hajj as a pillar of Islam and its deep spiritual meaning: Understanding the spiritual importance of Muslims' pilgrimage to Kaaba at Mecca in Saudi Arabia

History of Hajj: Ahead of Hajj 2024, here's all you need to know about the Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia - from Prophet Ibrahim to modern pilgrims

Hajj 2024: Here’s all you need to know about when is Hajj this year - the date of Muslims' pilgrimage to Kaaba at Mecca in Saudi Arabia

Saudi officials warn of sweltering heat for this year's Islamic pilgrimage. Observers highlight that regional long-term policy changes are needed.

Eid-ul-Adha 2024: Here's the date when Muslims in Saudi Arabia, India, UAE, US, UK etc will celebrate Bakra Eid during Zul Hijjah/Dhul Hijjah month this year

Over 26 lakh devotees across India and abroad register for ongoing Char Dham Yatra; Uttarakhand CM reviews arrangements, bans shooting videos/reels near temples

The dramatic surroundings of Hingol National Park in Baluchistan province are the setting for Pakistan's largest Hindu festival, Hinglaj Yatra

Haj Suvidha App: Flight, accommodation etc deets to help Mulsim pilgrims focus on spiritual journey and forget mundane tasks like travel, luggage, documents

Iran Umrah pilgrims make long-awaited return to the Islamic holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia, will board flights from Dec 19 after an 8-year pause

Tourists and pilgrims desert the birthplace of Jesus as impact of Israel war empties the Palestinian town of Bethlehem ahead of Christmas 2023

Happy Thanksgiving 2023: Thanksgiving is on November 23. Here are some wishes, images, messages, status and quotes to celebrate the day.

Ahead of Thanksgiving 2023, know the complete story of why the Pilgrims celebrated the first Thanksgiving

The Ramayana Circuit includes major pilgrim sites in India and Nepal that are related to Ramayana, such as Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh as well as Janakpur in Nepal

Record-breaking footfall at Machail Mata pilgrimage in Jammu and Kashmir with nearly 2 lakh pilgrims this year.

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