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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.
Religion
52-day-long Amarnath Yatra 2024 concludes
The annual Amarnath Yatra for 2024 came to a formal end on Monday as the Chhari Mubarak, the holy mace of Lord Shiva, reached the sacred cave shrine of Amarnath.
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Religion
Over 200,000 pilgrims perform Amarnath Yatra in first 10 days
In an overwhelming response to the Amarnath Yatra, over 200,000 pilgrims have performed the pilgrimage and paid obeisance to Lord Shiva’s Ice Lingam in the last 10 days.
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Religion
‘Herath’ celebrated with religious fervor across Jammu and Kashmir
Maha Shivratri, locally known as 'Herath,' is being celebrated with religious zeal and enthusiasm throughout Jammu and Kashmir on Friday.
Religion
‘Chhari-Mubarak’ of Lord Shiva taken to Shankaracharya temple
Chhari-Mubarak of Lord Shiva led by Mahant Deependra Giri was taken to the historic Shankaracharya temple in Srinagar on Thursday for prayers.
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Religion
Amarnath Yatra begins as first batch of pilgrims leave for cave shrine
Amid unprecedented security arrangements, the first batch of pilgrims left for the holy cave from Nunwan base camp in Pahalgam area of Anantnag on Thursday.
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Religion
Hindu-Muslims celebrate Diwali in Kashmir
Diwali in Kashmir was celebrated with love and brotherhood on Thursday, as sweets shops and markets in Srinagar witnessed a good rush.
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Digpu News
The politics behind the Bangladesh violence
The news of attacks on Bangladeshi minorities is stitching unity among the world communities. Though the uproar was late and initially meek.
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J&K issues revised ex-gratia relief rules, death compensation up to ₹25 lakh
J&K's General Administration Department has notified revised ex-gratia relief guidelines under the SRE scheme, with compensation ranging from ₹500 to ₹25 lakh.
J&K submits proposal to NMC for over 300 additional PG medical seats
J&K has proposed over 300 additional postgraduate medical seats to the NMC; 120 seats already created this year and 286 PG students training at new colleges.
IUST, SKIMS hold joint awareness programme on PCOS/PMOS
IUST partnered with SKIMS Soura and SKIMS MCH Bemina for an awareness and screening programme on PCOS/PMOS, featuring expert talks and a student screening session.
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Locals pool funds to send Jharkhand labourer home after mother’s death
Residents of Kadipora area in Anantnag district pooled money and arranged transportation for a labourer from Jharkhand after learning that his mother had died back home.
India’s E20 Ethanol Mandate: Progress, Pitfalls and Public Backlash
India’s ambitious push toward a 20% ethanol-blended fuel, known as E20, is facing significant backlash from vehicle owners and environmentalists.