Vaishno Devi News - Latest Updates & Headlines
J-K: Vaishno Devi Shrine Board inks MoU with THDCIL, GSI for pilgrim safety
Jammu, April 9: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) has signed a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tehri Hydro Development Corporation India Limited (THDCIL) and the Geological Survey of India (GSI) to enhance pilgrim safety and security during the pilgrimage to the revered Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine, officials said in a release.
J-K : Over 50,000 devotees served at Vaishno Devi langar, smart locker system gets positive feedback: CEO Anshul Garg
Katra,April 6: : The Chief Executive Officer of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, Anshul Garg said the board introduced a smart locker system during the Navratri period, which received positive feedback. He added that over 50,000 devotees benefitted from the langar services in nine days and that cleanliness was also prioritised during the festivities.
J-K: One lakh pilgrims pay obeisance at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine on occasion of Navratri
Katra, March 31: The revered Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine has witnessed an overwhelming response from devotees during the auspicious festival of Navratri, with around one lakh pilgrims visiting the shrine since the start of Chaitra Navratri, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board officials said.
Devotees throng Mata Vaishno Devi shrine on Day 1 of Chaitra Navratri
Jammu, March 30: Thousands of pilgrims gathered on Sunday at the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district as the Navratri festival began.
J-K: Large number of devotees gather at Mata Vaishno Devi Mandir on first day of Chaitra Navratri
Katra, March 30: On the first day of Chaitra Navratri, large number of devotees gather to pay obeisance at the Mata Vaishno Devi Mandir in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday morning.
Shardul Pandit questions Orry's 'celebrity hall pass' after Vaishno Devi drinking incident
Mumbai, March 20: In a recent video, actor Shardul Pandit addressed the controversial incident involving influencer Orry, who was booked in an FIR along with seven others for allegedly consuming alcohol near Vaishno Devi temple.
As long as you are in Katra, take care of it: Hotel body after Orry, 7 others booked for for allegedly consuming alcohol at J-K hotel
Katra, March 17: President of the Hotel and Restaurant Association in Katra, Rakesh Wazir has cautioned that alcohol should be avoided as long as one is in Katra to maintain the sanctity of Mata Vaishno Devi.
Massive increase in pilgrim donations for Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in five years
Jammu, March 16: Pilgrim donations at Jammu and Kashmir's Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine have increased to Rs 171.90 crore during the current financial year (2024-2025) from Rs 63.85 crore in 2020-21, according to shrine board officials.
Union Minister Nadda pays obeisance at Mata Vaishno Devi shrine
Jammu, March 1: Union Health Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president J. P.
Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah expresses grief over Manda bus accident
Katra, February 23: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has expressed grief over the tragic bus accident at Manda in Jammu, where the driver lost his life, and 17 pilgrims, returning from the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine, were injured.
J-K: Vice President Dhankhar visits Mata Vaishno Devi Temple
Katra, February 15: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar and Jammu and Kashmir Governor Manoj Sinha visited the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Temple to offer prayers at the revered pilgrimage site in Katra on Saturday.
Youth must drive the engine of progress: VP Dhankhar
Jammu, Feb 15: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Saturday said that the country's youth today are living in times where their mind can be without fear because the economy is blossoming due to an ideal ecosystem that was missing in the country for a long time.
Ban on liquor, non-veg food around Vaishno Devi shrine extended for two more months
New Delhi, Feb 9: In a move to maintain the sanctity of the Vaishno Devi shrine in Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi district, the ban on the sale, possession, and consumption of liquor and non-vegetarian food in and around it has been extended for an additional two months, officials announced on Sunday.
Sandeepa Dhar follows birthday ritual with Vaishno Devi darshan
Mumbai, Feb 2: Actress Sandeepa Dhar, who turned a year older today, celebrated her birthday with a cherished ritual—visiting Vaishno Devi for a special Darshan of Mata Rani.
Reasi: The hidden gem of river rafting in Jammu & Kashmir
Reasi, Jan 11: Reasi, a scenic district in Jammu and Kashmir, is rapidly becoming a hotspot for adventure tourism, thanks to its exhilarating river rafting experiences on the Chenab River. Tourists from all over the country are flocking to this picturesque destination to get their adrenaline pumping, with rafting trips available for all levels of adventure seekers. Whether you're looking for a short thrill or a longer, more challenging ride, rafting guides tailor experiences based on time and energy, ensuring everyone can join in on the fun.