Uttar Pradesh's key temples like Ayodhya, Varanasi, and Mathura anticipate a massive surge of devotees for New Year 2026. Authorities have suspended VIP darshan and enhanced crowd management for a safe, smooth spiritual experience. Discover the plans.
The special train from Katra to Delhi recorded 100% occupancy, highlighting a strong resurgence in pilgrimage travel to Vaishno Devi. Read about the railway's strategic response.
The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in Jammu & Kashmir reports a significant 20% drop in pilgrim footfall in 2024. Explore the reasons behind the decline and the board's response.
Sabarimala temple opens for Makaravilakku festival at 5 pm Tuesday. Health dept deploys extensive medical facilities, ambulances & food safety teams for devotees. Details inside.
Bodh Gaya Temple Management Committee launches its 2026 annual calendar, detailing development projects for pilgrims and featuring stunning visuals of the Mahabodhi Mahavihara. Explore the enhancements.
The Vaishno Devi pilgrimage in Jammu and Kashmir witnessed a notable decline in pilgrim numbers in 2025. Officials attribute the drop to prolonged closure from security concerns and natural calamities during peak season. Read more.
Digha's Jagannath Temple records a staggering 1 crore footfalls within eight months of its inauguration, emerging as a major international pilgrimage hub attracting devotees from across the globe.
Digha's Jagannath temple welcomed its 1 croreth devotee, an 8-year-old girl, marking a spiritual and economic boom. The seaside shrine has transformed local tourism and generated over ₹100 crore in revenue. Read more.
Khargone authorities impose a daytime ban on heavy vehicles on the Indore-Ichhapur highway until Jan 5, 2026, to ease pilgrim traffic to Omkareshwar. Over 2 lakh devotees expected daily.
Shekhar and Gunjan Dixit from Aligarh chose a spiritual bicycle journey to 12 Jyotirlingas and Char Dham over a honeymoon. They've covered 16,000 km, promoting fitness and eco-travel. Read their inspiring story.
Sabarimala's 41-day Mandala pilgrimage concludes smoothly with record devotee turnout & revenue. TDB president K Jayakumar details arrangements, annadanam changes, and Aravana plans for Makaravilakku.
The 2024-25 Mandala season at Sabarimala concludes with a massive footfall of over 30 lakh devotees, generating a record revenue of Rs 332.77 crore. Explore the key highlights and figures.
Discover the spiritual power of Karnataka's Kukke Subramanya Temple, a revered site for mitigating Sarpa Dosha. Learn about key rituals, best times to visit, and the temple's divine connection to serpent deities. Plan your pilgrimage today.
Trichy's major churches, including St Mary's Cathedral & Velankanni Basilica, witnessed massive congregations for Christmas. Midnight masses, illuminated cribs, and messages of harmony marked the celebrations. Read more.
Northern Railway announces a special 2-minute stoppage for 12 long-route trains at Sirhind from Dec 25-27 for pilgrims attending Shaheedi Jor Mela. Check the full list of trains and the historical significance.
Northern Railway announces a special 2-minute stoppage for 12 trains at Sirhind from Dec 25-27 for pilgrims attending Shaheedi Jor Mela. Check the full list of trains and the historical significance.
Indian Railways announces a temporary halt for 12 trains at Sirhind station from Feb 20-22 to facilitate pilgrims attending the historic Shahidi Jor Mela. Plan your travel!
Pune's Bhimashankar temple, a key Jyotirlinga, may close for nearly three months for crucial safety and infrastructure development works. Details on the proposed closure and master plan inside.
Travancore Devaswom Board's Annadanam hall in Sabarimala has provided over 7.45 lakh free meals this pilgrimage season. Discover the scale of this massive service and the traditional Kerala feasts offered.
Maharashtra government sanctions Rs 36.4 crore for the Panchkalyanak Pratishtha Mahotsav at Namokar Tirth in Nashik. The festival from Feb 6-25 expects 10 lakh visitors. Read about the major infrastructure boost.
Maharashtra government sanctions ₹36.4 crore for the Panchkalyanak Pratishtha Mahotsav at Namokar Tirth in Nashik. The event from Feb 6-25 expects 10 lakh visitors. Read about the development plans.
Maharashtra government sanctions Rs 363.5 crore for the Jain Kumbh Mela in Nashik, expecting over 10 lakh devotees. Explore the details of the grand religious event.
UP government enhances Magh Mela 2025 travel with 336 extra buses from Varanasi region. Plan your pilgrimage with improved transport and security for a smooth Sangam experience.
Andhra Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan arranges special darshan for moto vlogger Swathi Roja after she highlighted safety issues for solo women pilgrims. Read about their meeting and the state's response.
Uttarkashi municipality unanimously passes a resolution to declare the town a religious city. The proposal seeks a ban on meat and liquor shops and now heads to the state government for final approval.
BJP MP and actor Kangana Ranaut shares her spiritual journey, having visited the Vaidyanath Jyotirlinga. She aims to complete darshan of all 12 Jyotirlingas by year-end. Read about her pilgrimage and upcoming films.
Planning a visit to Bangladesh's Dhakeshwari Temple in 2025? Our complete guide covers history, how to reach, timings, and key rituals for Hindu devotees.
Discover the dates, profound history, and spiritual significance of the Magh Mela 2026 in Prayagraj. Learn why this sacred Hindu festival is a pivotal event for pilgrims.
Prayagraj authorities plan 5,200+ signboards & colour-coded routes for Magh Mela 2026 traffic. New system aims to streamline pilgrim movement. Details inside.
Prayagraj scholars demand official 'teerth kshetra' status for the city, seeking a 5-km sacred zone around Sangam. They also call for a ban on meat & alcohol and express concern over Hindu safety in Bangladesh. Read more.