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India Gazette
6 days ago
- Sport
- India Gazette
"Playing sport signifies shared values of humanity, unity, and peace": Uttarakhand CM Dhami
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], June 23 (ANI): Highlighting the significance of sports in daily life, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday said playing a sport signifies the shared values of humanity, unity, and peace. Addressing an event organised to mark June 23 International Olympic Day, Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami said, ' It is a matter of great pride for us that an event has been organised in Dehradun on this International Olympic Day. This reminds us that playing a sport is not just about winning a medal but also signifies the shared values of humanity, unity and peace.' 'Today, when we talk about the Olympics, we feel proud of the achievements of our Indian athletes - be it Neeraj Chopra winning the gold medal for javelin throw, Mirabai Chanu, Lovelina or the Indian hockey team... Our Indian sportspersons, including those from Uttarakhand, are making the country proud,' he added. Earlier in the day, Padma Bhushan awardee, eminent environmentalist and founder of HESCO, Anil Joshi, met Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami at his official residence. The Chief Minister said that on this occasion, he had a meaningful discussion with him on important topics like environmental protection, green development, and the implementation of GEP in the state. Meanwhile, on Sunday, the CM said that the ongoing Kedarnath Yatra had become a confluence of the remarkable synergy between spiritual devotion and development in the state. Taking to X, CM Dhami announced that in a span of just 48 days, more than 11.4 lakh devotees have paid their respects at the revered Kedarnath shrine.' Describing the pilgrimage as 'a wonderful confluence of development with faith', the Chief Minister said the surge in footfall has not only strengthened Uttarakhand's spiritual landscape but also significantly boosted its local economy. 'This is not just a pilgrimage but has become a symbol of Uttarakhand's economic, cultural and spiritual prosperity. Hail Baba Kedar!' he said, sharing updates using the hashtag #CharDhamYatra2025. The annual Char Dham Yatra, which includes pilgrimages to Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri, is one of the most significant religious journeys in Hinduism. The state government has undertaken a series of infrastructure upgrades in recent years--including improved roads, helicopter services, and better accommodation--to ensure a safer and smoother pilgrimage experience for devotees. This year, the Kedarnath Dham has seen an unprecedented inflow of pilgrims, which officials attribute to both improved facilities and increasing spiritual interest. (ANI)
Time of India
6 days ago
- Time of India
Confluence of faith, development: Uttarakhand CM Dhami as Kedarnath Yatra witnesses 11.4 lakh pilgrims till June 18
Image: ANI RUDRAPRAYAG: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday said that the ongoing Kedarnath Dham Yatra has become a confluence of the remarkable synergy between spiritual devotion and development in the state. Taking to X, CM Dhami announced that in a span of just 48 days, more than 11.4 lakh devotees have paid their respects at the revered Kedarnath shrine." Describing the pilgrimage as "a wonderful confluence of development with faith," the Chief Minister said the surge in footfall has not only strengthened Uttarakhand's spiritual landscape but also significantly boosted its local economy. "This is not just a pilgrimage but has become a symbol of Uttarakhand's economic, cultural and spiritual prosperity. Hail Baba Kedar!" he said, sharing updates using the hashtag #CharDhamYatra2025. The annual Char Dham Yatra, which includes pilgrimages to Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri, is one of the most significant religious journeys in Hinduism. The state government has undertaken a series of infrastructure upgrades in recent years--including improved roads, helicopter services, and better accommodation--to ensure a safer and smoother pilgrimage experience for devotees. This year, the Kedarnath Dham has seen an unprecedented inflow of pilgrims, which officials attribute to both improved facilities and increasing spiritual interest. Authorities have also deployed enhanced security and medical response teams to manage the high-altitude yatra effectively. The Kedarnath temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is located at an altitude of over 11,000 feet in the Himalayas and holds immense religious significance. The Kedarnath Yatra doors for the year 2025 were opened for devotees on May 2. According to an official release, local hotels, restaurants, traders, and small businesses like horse-mule, heli, and dandi-kandi services collectively did business of about three billion. The local traders, women self-help groups, taxi operators, and people associated with any kind of business are getting full benefits of the pilgrimage, it added. Chief Veterinary Officer Dr Ashish Rawat said, "Till June 18, 2,27,614 pilgrims have reached for darshan through horses and mules, which has generated an income of Rs 66 crore 73 lakh 90 thousand 350."He also mentioned that this year, about 8,000 horses and mules are registered. Due to the infectious disease equine influenza virus, horse-mule operations were also affected for a few days. The heli services play a very important role in the Kedarnath Yatra, as they give devotees who are unable to walk to complete the Yatra an opportunity. This service also generates income. Emphasising this, District Tourism Officer and Nodal Heli Service official Rahul Chaubey said that this year eight heli companies are operating from nine helipads. Till June 18, 49,247 devotees have reached Baba Kedarnath Dham through heli services, which has generated an income of about Rs 60 crore, he added. Chaubey also appealed to devotees to book heli services only through the official website of IRCTC. The operation of dandi-kandi, which is considered safer for small children, has also generated Rs 2 crore till June 18, the press release mentioned. This includes challans and fines of Rs 4,17,000 imposed on various establishments for spreading dirt and violating other rules, it added. Additional Chief Officer of District Panchayat Rudraprayag, Sanjay Kumar, also highlighted that more than 7,000 dandi-kandi operators are registered for this year's Yatra. Assistant Transport Officer of Rudraprayag, Kulwant Singh Chauhan, said that this year, 225 vehicles are registered for the shuttle service in the Shri Kedarnath Dham Yatra, the release mentioned. Till June 18, the taxi operators have earned around Rs 11 crore 40 thousand through the shuttle services.
NDTV
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Sara Ali Khan Is The Epitome Of Chic Glam In A Black Co-Ord Set
Sara Ali Khan knows how to slay with all of her looks. For the promotional tour of Metro…In Dino, the actress has been constantly dishing out summer-friendly outfits. From lovely dresses to OOTDs with a touch of drama, Sara has already etched a special place in the fashionista columns. This time, she chose to exude effortless style and confidence in a coal black power suit. Sara Ali Khan wore a coal black co-ord set from the label Brawny Mellow. The ensemble features an eye-catching one-shoulder asymmetric design with a fitted bodice and an adjustable belt at the back. Additionally, the front button-up closure with unique angular cut lines gave girl-next-door vibes, while the scarf-style neck wrap attached to her top revealed the diva's personal style. She teamed it with a pair of matching-hued full-length, straight pants perfect for your formalwear styling. Its front pleated detailing alongside slant pockets at the sides added an edgy effect to her look. However, the relaxed fit of her pants opened up about her choice of comfort over everything. Not only effortless styling, but Sara nailed her appearance with the cheekiest accessories. She picked a classy pair of shimmery silver heels to strike the perfect contrast to her ensemble. Further, her choice of silver accents added a charm to her power dress-up. She opted for a pair of stud earrings as well as stylish earcuffs and statement rings. For makeup, the Kedarnath actress kept soft and fresh, with a dewy base. A slight touch of blush and highlighter beautifully elevated her features. Meanwhile, she opted for kohl-lined eyes with a smokey, smudgy effect on her eyelids, adding glam to her overall charm. Finally, Sara's nude lips and a low, sleek ponytail wrapped up her elegant avatar. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tanya Ghavri (@tanghavri) Sara Ali Khan has a knack for co-ord sets, and her wardrobe collection is proof of this. For yet another promotional event for her upcoming movie, she wore a blue one-shoulder top teamed with matching pants that exuded effortless style and confidence. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sara Ali Khan (@saraalikhan95) Gold bracelets, a ponytail and subtle makeup were enough to finish off her look for the day. We are obsessed with Sara's cool aesthetics. Aren't you?
NDTV
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Sara Ali Khan's Love For Dev Bhumi Screams Wanderlust In Her Uttarakhand Diaries
Sara Ali Khan makes sure to not miss a heartbeat before she takes yet another trip to Uttarakhand or what is popularly referred to as Devi Bhumi or the Land of the Gods due to the numerous Hindu temples and pilgrimage spots. Dev Bhumi is home to a number of shrines and religious sites that is credited to christening it with its name. Sara Ali Khan has a profound love for the Dev Bhumi as she made her debut with Abhishek Kapoor's Kedarnath that was shot in the holy pilgrimage site of that name. This time around too the 29-year-old actress made sure to not miss a chance to share all her Dev Bhumi love with her fans and followers on Instagram. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sara Ali Khan (@saraalikhan95) Sara Ali Khan made sure to share postcards from Devi Bhumi a.k.a. Uttarakhand in a photo dump that featured her posing against the background of the gigantic mountains, pristine skies and the snow-capped terrain. Her post was captioned with her poetry, "Snow me what you're made off Who says women can't be rough and tough Sometimes pahad chado sometimes cross the trough Aur saath rakho ajwain incase you get a cold or cough Ab meri shayari par please don't scoff," along with snow man, muscles, mountains, sick and wink emojis. If you are bitten by the travel bug witnessing Sara Ali Khan's touristy times in Uttarakhand, then here's are the must-visit spots in Uttarakhand that you must not miss on your next visit. Just like Sara has been over the years, you too should visit Kedarnath which is a sacred pilgrimage site and one of the Char Dham yatra locations. What's more, it is also home to its namesake ancient Kedarnath Temple. Mussoorie which is called the 'Queen of Hills' is a charming hill station near Dehradun which has a bunch of attractions like the Kempty Falls, Gun Hill, Mall Road, Camel's Back Road and more. Nainital is yet another postcard worthy hill station in Uttarakhand that is home to the iconic Naini Lake where boating is a popular activity. Rishikesh is a spiritual destination and an adventure center which is known for its yoga and wellness retreats, river rafting and the iconic Ram Jhula and Lakshman Jhula. Auli is a winter wonderland and a ski destination that offers stunning views of the Himalayan peaks. Sara Ali Khan's Dev Bhumi diaries are full of wanderlust and travel magic.
Hans India
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Sara Ali Khan says ‘some jaadu you have to do apne aap' during her latest workout session
It is no secret that Sara Ali Khan keeps on top of her fitness game. Whether it is taking care of what she eats or hitting the gym on a regular basis, she has emerged as a fitness inspiration for many. Shelling out some more fitness goals, the 'Atrangi Re' actress took to the stories section of her recent workout session, where she was seen doing some high-intensity exercises. From strengthening her core to working on her legs, Sara's workout seemed to be wholesome. Urging everyone to try working out on a regular basis, Sara captioned the video, 'Some Jaadu you have to do apne aap. Workout the binge and the paap. So daily workout one must try... Taaki aapko bhi mann muskuraye. (sic)' For the unversed, Sara lost a massive amount of weight before making her B-town debut with 'Kedarnath' opposite the late Sushanth Singh Rajput. Additionally, she is often papped stepping out of the gym after a rigorous session. Sara also blesses our feed with motivational updates time to time. Shifting our focus on her professional commitments, Sara will next be a part of Anurag Basu's much-anticipated drama 'Metro…In Dino'. In addition to Sara, the romantic entertainer will also see Aditya Roy Kapur, Ali Fazal, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Pankaj Tripathi, Konkona Sen Sharma, Anupam Kher, and Neena Gupta, along with others. Presented by Gulshan Kumar and T-Series in association with Anurag Basu Productions Pvt. Ltd., 'Metro…In Dino' is a spiritual sequel to Anurag Basu's 2007 release, 'Life in a... Metro'. The movie is the third and last installment in Anurag Basu's trilogy after 'Life in a… Metro' and 'Ludo'. Produced by Bhushan Kumar, along with Krishan Kumar, Anurag Basu, and Taani Basu, the music for the drama has been composed by Pritam. 'Metro…In Dino' is expected to reach the cinema halls on July 4 this year.
