An Amarnath Yatra bus skidded off the road in Jammu and Kashmir's Ganderbal district, prompting an immediate response from local authorities and emergency teams. Officials launched rescue and relief operations, while further details about the incident and any casualties are being ascertained.


Amarnath Yatra bus accident: 39 pilgrims injured while returning from Amarnath Yatra

Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra convoy safely crossed the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway at Chanderkote in Ramban despite continuous rainfall in the region. Authorities ensured smooth movement of pilgrims as weather conditions remained challenging, with security and traffic arrangements in place along the route.

Amarnath Yatra convoy crosses Ramban safely amid heavy rain

The annual Amarnath Yatra is one of Hinduism's most revered pilgrimages, drawing thousands of devotees to the sacred Amarnath Cave Shrine in Jammu and Kashmir. Pilgrims undertake the challenging journey through the Himalayas to offer prayers to the naturally formed ice Shiva Lingam. Extensive security and logistical arrangements are made each year to ensure the safety and smooth movement of pilgrims. The yatra holds deep religious significance and is an important spiritual event in India's annual pilgrimage calendar.

Amarnath Yatra 2026: J&K administration issues advisory as yatra begins

Amarnath Yatra 2026: J&K administration issues advisory as annual Amarnath Yatra begins

Ahead of the Amarnath Yatra 2026, authorities conducted mock drills across Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district to test emergency response and disaster preparedness. Security personnel, health teams, and rescue agencies took part in coordinated exercises to ensure the safety of thousands of pilgrims expected during the annual pilgrimage. Watch the full report for the latest updates on security arrangements and Yatra preparations.


Amarnath Yatra 2026: J&K police launch ‘project hawk eye’ for high-tech Amarnath Yatra security 

Amarnath yatra 2026: Multi-layered security network activated in Jammu & Kashmir 

With the Amarnath Yatra set to begin on July 3, authorities have rolled out one of the most extensive security arrangements ever for the annual pilgrimage. Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha chaired a high-level review meeting to ensure the safety and smooth movement of devotees. Multiple agencies have coordinated efforts to provide security, logistics and emergency support for thousands of pilgrims expected to undertake the sacred journey.


J&K: Centre rolls out biggest security plan for Amarnath Yatra

Preparations for the Amarnath Yatra 2026 are in full swing as authorities step up safety and medical infrastructure for pilgrims. The insurance cover for yatris has been doubled to ₹10 lakh, offering enhanced financial protection during the journey. A 100-bed hospital has also been set up at Chandawari and Baltal to handle emergencies and provide timely medical care.

Amarnath Yatra 2026: Massive Preparations Underway, Insurance Doubled To ₹10 Lakh For Pilgrims

A motorable road leading to the Amarnath cave in India's Kashmir Valley has snowballed into a controversy.

Politics over road to Amarnath's cave | 2 former J&K Chief Minister criticize road

While breaking all previous records, the Jammu and Kashmir government has said that over 300,000 pilgrims have visited the Amarnath Cave Shrine in the first three weeks of the pilgrimage.

Over 300,000 pilgrims paid obeisance at Amarnath cave shrine in first three weeks

For the first time in the history of Amarnath Yatra, Jammu and Kashmir government has ensured that the Yatra will be a zero-waste pilgrimage. The Jammu and Kashmir government is making sure that the pilgrimage does not impact or affect the environment.

Amarnath Yatra becomes the first pilgrimage to be a zero waste yatra

In the Jammu & Kashmir govt's new initiative, more than 300 volunteers have been assigned to collect waste at Amarnath. Solar pressure cookers placed among Amarnath yatra route.

Jammu & Kashmir govt's new initiative: Amarnath Pilgrimage to become zero-waste

Government is in action mode after flash floods at the Amarnath Cave in Kashmir Valley. The flash flood claimed lives of 15 people and injured more than 50. Flash floods had taken place last year as well but Amarnath Yatra did not take place due to COVID pandemic.

Water body behind Amarnath Cave reason for flash floods? Government looking into it

At least 16 people were killed after a cloudburst near Hindu cave shrine of Amarnath. Pilgrimage has been suspended temporarily while rescue operations are underway.

Amarnath cloudburst in India: Pilgrimage suspended temporarily

At least 16 killed after cloudburst near Hindu cave shrine of Amarnath. Indian PM Narendra Modi said, all possible assistance is being provided to affected.

At least 16 dead in Amarnath cloudburst in India; Landslides after rains hampers rescue operations

At least 15 killed after cloudburst near Hindu cave shrine of Amarnath. Indian PM Narendra Modi said, all possible assistance is being provided to affected.

At least 15 dead in Amarnath cloudburst in India; PM Modi assures all possible assistance

Amarnath cloudburst in India: At least 15 dead, search and rescue operations underway

Amarnath cloudburst in India: Rescue operations underway; PM Modi takes stock of the situation

The Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir has been put on security high alert as Amarnath Yatra commences from the Jammu region. Amarnath Yatra was cancelled for two years due to covid pandemic.

Jammu and Kashmir on security high alert as Amarnath Yatra commences

Two terrorists were killed in an encounter in South Kashmir’s Kulgam district. Both the terrorists are believed to be of the Lashkar-e-taiba terror outfit. An Encounter took place 4 km away from the National Highway (NH), which is the route for Amarnath Yatris.

Two LeT terrorists killed in encounter near Amarnath yatra route

Jammu and Kashmir Police has started the arrangements for the security of Amarnath Yatra. A team of High-ranking officials including SSP Ganderbal inspects Yatra route from Baltal to Shri Amarnath Holy Cave.

Police inspect Amarnath Yatra route as security arrangements continue

Jammu and Kashmir cricket team mentor-cum-coach Irfan Pathan said he, along with around 100 other cricketers, has been asked to leave the camp at the earliest. This came after the Jammu and Kashmir administration issued an advisory to tourists and Amarnath Yatris to leave the Valley immediately, citing a terror threat.

India's Irfan Pathan, 100 other cricketers asked to leave Jammu and Kashmir

The United Kingdom on Saturday updated the travel advisory for its citizens visiting Jammu and Kashmir, a day after the Indian government asked tourists and Amarnath Yatra pilgrims to immediately curtail their stay after a series of intelligence inputs were received by security agencies over multiple terror attacks.

Britain issues travel advisory to citizens travelling to Kashmir over Amarnath alert

As many as 13 Amarnath pilgrims were injured in a road mishap at Hernag area of south Kashmir's Anantnag district on Saturday. Two buses carrying Amarnath pilgrims rammed into each other in which 13 were injured.

13 Amarnath pilgrims injured in road mishap in Anantnag

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