Uttarakhand: Administration readies alternative plan amid feared gas crisis ahead of Char Dham Yatra

IANS | April 3, 2026 8:24 PM

Uttarkashi, April 3 (IANS) With the Char Dham Yatra approaching, the administration in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi has gone into alert mode amid concerns over a possible shortage of cooking gas. In view of ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia and Gulf countries that could disrupt LPG supply, the district administration has prepared an alternative fuel plan to ensure uninterrupted food arrangements for pilgrims and local businesses.

Seer praises relocation of meat shops ahead of Ardh Kumbh in Haridwar, calls it essential for spiritual sanctity

IANS | April 3, 2026 2:02 PM

Haridwar, April 3 (IANS) A prominent seer, Acharya Ayodhya Prasad Shastri has welcomed the proposed decision to relocate all raw meat shops operating within the city's urban limits to Sarai village on the outskirts ahead of the upcoming Ardh Kumbh, saying the move will help preserve the spiritual sanctity of the holy city and ensure an environment conducive to religious practices.

May brotherhood and hope guide us all: PM Modi on Good Friday

IANS | April 3, 2026 8:44 AM

New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the solemn occasion of Good Friday, stated that the day serves as a reminder of the immense sacrifice made by Jesus Christ. He also expressed hope that the occasion would strengthen the values of harmony, compassion, and forgiveness in society.