Drunk Man Tries to Break Kalasams at Tirupati Temple
A drunk man sneaked into Tirupati's Sri Govindaraja Swamy temple, climbed a gopuram, and tried to break kalasams, exposing major security lapses. Read the full report.
A drunk man sneaked into Tirupati's Sri Govindaraja Swamy temple, climbed a gopuram, and tried to break kalasams, exposing major security lapses. Read the full report.
The iconic Srivari Laddu from Tirumala sees record sales in 2025, with over 5 lakh sold in a single day. Devotees report better shelf life and taste as TTD focuses on quality ingredients. Discover the faith behind the prasadam.
Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan visits Kondagattu Sri Anjaneya Swamy temple, fulfilling election vow. TTD sanctions Rs 35.19 crore for a pilgrims' rest house and mandapam. Read the full story.
Delhi High Court refuses interim injunction to former TTD chairman Y V Subba Reddy against publications in laddu adulteration case, warns of consequences for future articles. Read the full legal details.
The family of late singer Zubeen Garg announces a trust in his memory to safeguard his creative legacy and ideals. The trust will manage his unreleased work and support young artists.
Delhi High Court refuses interim relief to former TTD chairman in Tirupati laddu case. Justice Bansal says it's premature before hearing defendants. Read the latest details.
Lavu Rathaiah of Vignan institutions donated Rs 1 crore to TTD's Vidya Dana trust. The donation coincided with grand Chakrasnanam rituals at Tirumala during Vaikunta Dwadasi. Read more about this spiritual and philanthropic event.
TTD-managed Lord Venkateswara temples across India witnessed a massive turnout of 12.7 lakh pilgrims on Vaikunta Ekadasi. Discover the surprising footfall trends and key collection figures from this major festival.
A devotee from Andhra Pradesh's Guntur, Karanam Nagaraju, donated Rs 1 crore to the TTD's Sri Venkateswara Vidyadan Trust for education of poor students. Read about this act of devotion.
The first day of Vaikunta Ekadasi at Tirumala witnessed a low pilgrim turnout due to strict curbs and online ticketing. Over 3,000 police were deployed as VIP influx caused delays. Read the full report.
Sri Ambamaheshwari Seva Trust launches a new door-to-door waste collection project in Mulihitlu, Mangaluru, as part of its 'Awake Kudla' initiative. Read about the comprehensive plan for dry, wet, and e-waste management.
The sacred Vaikuntha Dwaram darshan at Tirumala's Venkateswara Temple has commenced for a 21-day period. Devotees can witness the celestial event until January 18. Learn about the rituals and significance.
Indian T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav and wife Devisha Shetty offered prayers at Sri Venkateswara Temple in Tirumala on the auspicious Vaikuntha Ekadashi. Read about their spiritual journey.
TTD inaugurates a crucial first aid centre at Alipiri's 7th mile for pilgrims' safety. Learn how this facility aids the 20,000-30,000 daily devotees on the sacred trek.
TTD prepares for Vaikunta Ekadasi from Dec 30 to Jan 8. New crowd management, food & water facilities in place. Check token rules for darshan.
Sri Lanka's President extends the state of public emergency, a measure requiring parliamentary ratification within a week. Read the latest developments and implications.
Heavy year-end rush caused chaos at Tirupati's TTD counters. Devotees faced 24-hour waits, severe jostling. Police restored order. High pilgrim influx expected for Vaikunta Ekadasi.
An NRI professor's charitable trust in Kendrapada has provided scholarships to 10,000 students, focusing on girls' education, and aids cancer patients. Learn about his 18-year journey and future Rs 1.5 crore endowment plan.
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams launches initiative to grow Agama-approved tree species for Dwajasthambam flag masts, blending tradition with sustainability. Discover this major step for self-reliance.
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams opens online booking for March 2026 seva darshan slots on December 24, 2025. Plan your pilgrimage to Lord Venkateswara now.
TTD chairman BR Naidu condemns false propaganda on Vaikunta Dwara Darshan arrangements, clarifies rules for devotees, and warns of legal action against rumour-mongers.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with Indian-origin Tamils in Sri Lanka to hear their firsthand account of the devastating DITWAH economic crisis. Learn about their urgent concerns and India's response.
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams makes grand arrangements for Vaikuntha Dwara Darshanam from Dec 30 to Jan 8. Over 24 lakh registrations received, with 1.89 lakh selected via e-DIP for first three days. Read details.
Azim Premji's investment arm, Premji Invest, purchased a 2.61% unit-holding in National Highways Infra Trust for ₹754 crore. The deal highlights continued investor interest in India's infrastructure monetisation.
Assam govt allocates 25 acres in Guwahati for a major Sri Venkateswara temple, boosting spiritual infrastructure in Northeast. Read about the CM-level negotiations that made it happen.
Sri Lankan MP C. V. Vigneswaran warns of systematic land acquisition from Tamils in the island's north-east. He seeks India's diplomatic support to uphold the 13th Amendment and protect minority rights.
ACB court rejects bail for former TTD manager RSSV Subrahmanyam in the high-profile laddu ghee adulteration case. CBI SIT alleges Rs 100+ crore loss. Read the full details.
TTD cancels VIP break darshan at Tirumala on Dec 23 for Koil Alwar Tirumanjanam. All privilege darshans also halted during 10-day Vaikunta Ekadasi. Devotees urged to plan visit accordingly.
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams board greenlights a new Venkateswara temple in Mumbai, significant salary increases for priests, and an integrated township in Tirupati. Key decisions unveiled.
Sri Durga Malleswara Swamy Varla Devasthanam in Vijayawada is launching online services for darshan, prasadam & donations via aptemple.org & apps to manage devotee rush. Read more.