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Bihar on alert post-Pahalgam terror attack; security tightened at tourist, religious sites
Patna, April 23: In the wake of the terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), the Bihar Police has gone on high alert, ramping up security across key tourist and pilgrimage destinations in the state.
Jerusalem police ready for Passover holiday security
Tel Aviv, April 8: Thousands of police officers from the Jerusalem district will operate together with Border Guard soldiers, volunteers, and national reinforcement forces during the week-long Passover holiday, which begins Saturday night and the Easter holiday on Sunday, April 20. The main focus of operational preparedness will be on crowded places and holy sites to maintain the safety, security, and safety of worshipers and all residents of the city and those coming through its gates.
Liquor ban implemented in 19 cities of MP, offerings at Ujjain's Kaal Bhairav temple to continue
New Delhi, April 2: The Madhya Pradesh government has enforced a liquor ban in 19 cities starting April 1. Under this policy, the sale of alcohol will be completely prohibited in 19 religious sites across the state, and no liquor shops will be allowed in these areas.
Welcome move from CM Mohan Yadav: Shanti Swaroopanand Maharaj on liquor ban at 19 religious places in MP
Ujjain, April 1: Mahamandleshwar Shanti Swaroopanand Ji Maharaj on Monday welcomed the Madhya Pradesh government's decision to ban liquor at 19 religious places in the state and said that the next step should be to declare Ujjain as a 'Pavitra Teerth' (Holy Pilgrimage).
Yogi govt bans illegal slaughterhouses, meat sales near religious sites till April 6
Lucknow, March 29: The Uttar Pradesh government, headed by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, has issued strict orders to shut down illegal slaughterhouses and enforce a ban on the sale of meat within a 500-meter radius of religious sites.
Israeli police on high alert ahead of 1st Friday prayers of Ramadan
Jerusalem, March 6: Israeli police plan to deploy approximately 3,000 officers across Jerusalem as the city prepares for the first Friday prayers of Ramadan at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in the Old City, Israeli media reported on Thursday.
MP CM Mohan Yadav to review 'Krishna Patheya' project today
Bhopal, March 6: Chief Minister Mohan Yadav will review the progress of 'Krishna Patheya', an ambitious project of the Madhya Pradesh government to develop places associated with Lord Krishna as pilgrimage sites in the state.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Fujairah completes preparations for Ramadan
Abu Dhabi, March 1: The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Fujairah has completed its readiness for the Holy Month of Ramadan. Specialised teams have verified security and safety standards and maintained elevators, fire protection systems, sound systems, and air conditioning systems.
Sanjay Raut urges government to ban political conventions in Shirdi
Shirdi, January 26: Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut has raised concerns over the growing political activities taking place in Shirdi, calling for the government to implement strict regulations to maintain the sanctity of the pilgrimage site.
Madhya Pradesh govt bans sale of liquor at religious sites
Bhopal, Jan 24: In a significant step, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav-led Madhya Pradesh cabinet on Friday approved a proposal to put a ban on the sale of liquor at religious sites in the state.
Decision on liquor, meat ban near religious sites to be announced soon, says MP CM
Bhopal, Jan 13: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Monday that his government is considering to ban meat and liquor consumption around religious sites in the state.