Over 2.38 lakh devotees throng Char Dham shrines

IANS | April 26, 2026 8:17 PM

Dehradun, April 26 (IANS) The ongoing Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand has witnessed a significant surge in pilgrim turnout, with more than 2.38 lakh devotees visiting the four sacred shrines within the first few days of the pilgrimage season, officials said on Sunday.

Camps for health screenings, OPDs installed along Char Dham Yatra route

IANS | April 26, 2026 3:55 PM

Rishikesh, April 26 (IANS) Prajapati Nautiyal, Officer on Special Duty (OSD) for the Char Dham Yatra Administration Organisation, on Sunday said that special transit camps have been put up on the 'yatra' route for pilgrims to undergo health screenings. Along with this, the officer said that Out Patient Departments (OPDs) have also been set up along the path leading to the pilgrimage sites.

Bringing 'Nari Shakti' to life on canvas: 'Ya Devi Sarvabhuteshu' art exhibition in Delhi

IANS | April 25, 2026 9:35 PM

New Delhi, April 25 (IANS) Celebrating the enduring legacy of “Nari Shakti” (woman power), the Kalamkar Gallery at Bikaner House in Delhi is currently hosting "Ya Devi Sarvabhuteshu," -- a renowned Sanskrit hymn honouring the omnipresent Goddess, a contemporary art exhibition that explores the cultural and spiritual power of the Divine Feminine.

Azerbaijanis throng Indian food festival in Baku

IANS | April 20, 2026 7:08 PM

Baku, April 20 (IANS) The Embassy of India in Azerbaijan successfully organised a grand Indian Food Festival at its premises in Baku which received an encouraging response from the locals community and leaders.