Dehradun, April 19 (IANS) The portals of the Shri Yamunotri Dham and Shri Gangotri Dham are set to open on the auspicious occasion of Akshay Tritiya on Sunday, marking the start of the annual Char Dham Yatra. Temples have been beautifully decorated with flowers, and elaborate security arrangements have been put in place.The ceremonial palanquin (‘Doli’) of Goddess Ganga has already departed from her winter abode in Mukhba village after special prayers and rituals, amid great enthusiasm and devot…
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New Delhi, April 18 (IANS) Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday flagged off the annual Char Dham Yatra from the Char Dham Yatra Transit Camp in Rishikesh, marking the formal commencement of one of the most sacred pilgrimages in Sanatan Dharma. The Chief Minister interacted with devotees, extended his greetings, and wished them a safe and spiritually fulfilling journey. The Uttarakhand government has put in place comprehensive arrangements to ensure the convenience and safet…
Mumbai, April 14 (IANS) Actress Bhumi Pednekkar was reminded of her first visit to Rishikesh as she recently returned to the city.She shared that the first time she visited the city was to say goodbye to her father back in 2011.Bhumi once again came back to Rishikesh to shoot for her debut movie, “Dum Laga Ke Haisha” alongside Ayushmann Khurrana.During her time in Rishikesh, Bhumi even participated in the Ganga Arti, soaking up the divine energy of the place.Sharing what the city signifies for h…
New Delhi, March 27 (IANS) Uttarakhand Chief Minister, Pushkar Singh Dhami, on Friday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the national Capital and invited him to visit Devbhoomi-Uttarakhand, while expressing gratitude for the Centre’s continued support in its development journey.Describing the meeting as a courtesy call, the Chief Minister thanked the Prime Minister for the Centre’s guidance and assistance, stating that Uttarakhand is achieving new milestones of progress with sustained suppo…
Mumbai, March 10 (IANS) Singer Stebin Ben opted for a quiet and serene way to celebrate his first birthday post marriage, spending time amidst the tranquil surroundings of Rishikesh and the Himalayas. Taking to his social media account, the singer shared glimpses from his birthday retreat.The visuals include picturesque scenery of lush greenery and towering trees set against the picturesque Himalayan backdrop.In one of the images, Stebin is seen sitting alone on a wooden bench in a garden, soaki…
Mumbai, March 10 (IANS) Actress Nikita Dutta is seen making the most of her time in the mountains trekking and tapping onto her adventurous side in Rishikesh. The actress further highly recommended the Singtaali hike in Rishikesh, giving fans a glimpse of the scenic beauty surrounding the region.Sharing a video on her social media account, the actress wrote, “Pro tip: the only way to not get your folks worried is to take them along when you want to be adventurous. Highly recommend doing the Si…
Mumbai, Feb 24 (IANS) Veteran actor Dalip Tahil, at the age of 73, was seen river rafting, tapping into his adventurous side. The actor was seen braving the strong currents of the Ganges in Rishikesh. Sharing a video of the thrilling experience on social media account, the actor gave fans a glimpse of his high-end thrill and adventure.In the video clip, Dalip was seen wearing a life jacket, and seated in a yellow raft along with a few others as they all navigate the gushing and rough waters. The…
Patna, Jan 23 (IANS) Bihar Minister of Industries and Road Construction, Dr Dilip Jaiswal, on Friday claimed that Congress was collapsing under Rahul Gandhi’s leadership and that there was a tug-of-war and internal conflict within the Gandhi family and the grand old party. Speaking to IANS, Minister Dilip Jaiswal said, “Ever since Rahul Gandhi took over the leadership of Congress, the party’s decline has been certain. Congress is gradually losing its support base. There is no confidence among …
New Delhi, Jan 21 (IANS) Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah will be on a two-day visit to Uttarakhand starting Wednesday, during which he will participate in several important religious, cultural, and social programmes in Haridwar and Rishikesh. The visit is being seen as significant for the state, as it focuses on areas such as healthcare, spirituality, Indian culture, and social service, reflecting the government’s emphasis on holistic development rooted in tradition.HM Shah will …
Lucknow, Jan 10 (IANS) As Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has approved a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the high-profile murder case of 19-year-old Ankita Bhandari, the Congress on Saturday said that the BJP government is acting far too late, and appears to be giving a ‘scapegoat’ route to Ankita’s killers. The reaction comes amid renewed public outrage and widespread protests across Uttarakhand, triggered by recent controversies, including leaked audio clips a…