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Hajj 2026: One week left, J&K Hajj applications far below mark

With just a week left before the deadline for Hajj 2026 applications, J&K has so far received only 28.42% of its expected applications, an official said on Thursday.

9 foreigners undertake Amarnath Yatra

Nine foreign nationals from six countries have undertaken the annual Amarnath Yatra this year, reveal the figures available with the news agency KNO.

Amarnath Yatra fee sparks outcry over ‘commercialisation of faith’

A wave of criticism has erupted across the country following the J&K administration’s decision to impose a fee on pilgrims undertaking the annual Amarnath Yatra.

Amarnath Yatra: Jammu Police intensifies security grid, increases check points

Amarnath Yatra: Jammu and Kashmir Police has significantly bolstered the security arrangements by establishing joint checkpoints at multiple strategic locations.

J&K declares all Amarnath Yatra routes as ‘no flying zone’ from July 1 to Aug 10

The Jammu and Kashmir Government has declared all routes of the Amarnath Yatra as ‘no flying zones’ from July 1 to August 10, authorities said.

Amarnath Yatra: Over 3.5 lakh devotees registered online

The Jammu and Kashmir administration has geared up to welcome the pilgrims for this year’s Shri Amarnath Yatra starting from July 3 and ending on August 9.

J&K Hajj Committee awaits final travel schedule for 1890 pilgrims

The J&K Hajj Committee stated that it has taken up the matter of 1,890 pilgrims, who are yet to depart for Saudi Arabia to perform Hajj, with the concerned authorities.

Flight disruptions derail Hajj journey for aspirants in Kashmir

In a distressing situation for Hajj aspirants in Kashmir, around 60% of pilgrims remain stranded in the Valley due to the prolonged closure of Srinagar Airport.

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Kargil-Leh padyatra postponed ahead of MHA talks

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223 J&K sportspersons await govt job joining amid dispute over candidate

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