
Registration for the 2026 Amarnath yatra began Wednesday in Jammu and Kashmir. The 57-day pilgrimage runs July 3 to August 28. Punjab National Bank reports heavy attendance at registration counters in both online and offline modes. Pilgrims can register at 556 bank branches across India. Two routes available: 48-km Pahalgam route and 14-km Baltal route. Officials cite improved law and order conditions in Kashmir.