Kedarnath Temple reopened for devotees on Wednesday, officially kicking off the Kedarnath leg of the Char Dham Yatra 2026 with traditional rituals under tight security. The Yatra began earlier with Gangotri and Yamunotri in mid-April, and Badrinath is scheduled to open next. Organisers have introduced mandatory registration requirements for pilgrims.
Saudi Arabia says this year’s Hajj will exclude all visit visa holders, limiting entry to Mecca and other holy sites only to people with official permits. The restriction runs from the start of Dhu Al Qi’dah until the 14th of Dhu Al Hijjah. Authorities cite the need to control pilgrim movement and improve safety.
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