Mumbai, May 27 (IANS) Renowned singer Kailash Kher seems to be on a religious journey this year. After offering prayers at Kedarnath Temple, he now visited the Badrinath Dham to seek divine blessings.Kher took to his official Instagram handle and published a couple of photos posing amidst the snow-clad mountains en route to the temple. The singer was seen wearing a Rudraksh mala, along with the chandan tilak on his forehead, both close symbols to Lord Shiva.He decided to caption the post with ju…
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Mumbai, May 21 (IANS) Actress Shivya Pathania is all set to headline and host the reality series “SPECTRA”, a unique art-based show that moves away from the usual format of conflict-driven reality television.The series follows seven artists – Aathira Mohan, Athira Dev, Sneha Chakraborty, Riya Malra, Sakshi Khullar, Stanlee, and Zake as they accept the challenge of creating art amidst the terrains of the Himalayas.Produced by Harsh Mainra under the banner of Versatile Motion Pictures, “SPEC…
New Delhi, May 18 (IANS) A cultural programme was organised at the Delhi Secretariat on Monday to celebrate Sikkim Day. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta extended greetings to the people of the state and the nation on the occasion. The audience was enthralled by captivating performances of Sikkimese folk dances, including Singhi Chham, Khampa, Tamang Selo, and Mask Dance, said a statementThrough these performances, devotion towards nature and deities was beautifully expressed. A total of 10 artis…
Kathmandu, May 17 (IANS) Kami Rita Sherpa, the record holder for the highest number of ascents of Mount Everest, broke his own record by scaling the world’s tallest peak for the 32nd time on Sunday. The veteran Nepali mountaineer, 55, successfully reached the 8,848.86-metre summit at 10:12 a.m. (Nepal time), during the Spring 2026 mountaineering season, Nepal’s Department of Tourism said in a statement on Sunday.“Based on information received from the department’s field office at Everest…
New Delhi, April 28 (IANS) Adi Shankaracharya, the 8th-century Indian philosopher and theologian, played a foundational role in shaping the Char Dham Yatra and reviving key Hindu pilgrimage sites, including Badrinath and Kedarnath. His efforts not only restored sacred temples but also helped unify spiritual traditions across the Indian subcontinent. The origins of the Char Dham Yatra can be traced to Shankaracharya’s vision of creating a cohesive spiritual framework for Hindus. He established …
New Delhi, April 27 (IANS) The Char Dham Yatra is widely regarded as one of the most sacred pilgrimages in India, drawing lakhs of devotees to the Himalayan shrines of Yamunotri Temple, Gangotri Temple, Kedarnath Temple, and Badrinath Temple every year. While the journey is physically demanding, its deeper significance lies in the legends and beliefs that have been preserved through centuries, shaping the spiritual essence of the yatra. Beyond the visible grandeur of these temples lies a rich tr…
Jaipur, April 24 (IANS) Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan will visit Jaipur on Saturday to attend the 35th Convocation of the University of Rajasthan and other events, an official said on Friday. “Apart from attending the Convocation, the Vice-President will also attend the 23rd Cancer Survivors’ Day, organised by Bhagwan Mahaveer Cancer Hospital and Research Centre in Jaipur,” said the official in a statement.Earlier on Thursday, Vice-President Radhakrishnan chaired the sixth convocation ceremo…
New Delhi, April 22 (IANS) As the portals of Kedarnath Dham opened on Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called upon pilgrims visiting Uttarakhand to maintain cleanliness, support the ‘Vocal for Local’ initiative by purchasing indigenous products, and adhere strictly to rules and regulations throughout the Char Dham Yatra. The opening of Kedarnath Dham took place amid Vedic chants and resonating cheers of “Har Har Mahadev”, marking a key moment in the annual pilgrimage season and allowing d…
Kedarnath, April 22 (IANS) The portals of Kedarnath Dham were opened on Wednesday amid Vedic chants and resounding cheers of “Har Har Mahadev”, marking a significant moment in the annual pilgrimage calendar and allowing devotees to offer prayers at one of Hinduism’s most revered shrines. The temple was adorned with nearly 51 quintals of flowers, creating a vibrant and spiritually charged atmosphere ahead of the ceremonial opening.The Indian Army band performed Lord Shiva’s aarti as priests condu…
New Delhi, April 21 (IANS) The portals of Kedarnath Dham are set to open on Wednesday, allowing devotees to seek blessings at one of Hinduism’s most sacred shrines. The opening of Badrinath Dham on April 23 will mark the full commencement of the Char Dham Yatra 2026 in Uttarakhand. There is immense enthusiasm among devotees across the state and beyond, with pilgrims arriving in large numbers from different parts of India and abroad to undertake the revered journey. The Char Dham Yatra, one of …