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Botcha seeks inquiry by sitting judge of Andhra Pradesh High Court into Tirupati stampede

Leader of the Opposition in the Legislative Council Botcha Satyanarayana has demanded an inquiry by a sitting Judge of the Andhra Pradesh High Court into the stampede in Tirupati. He appealed to the Chief Justice of the Andhra Pradesh High Court to take up the case suo motu. He wondered as to the reason for Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu’s …

Tirupati Satyanarayana

Tirumala sees large pilgrim influx on eve of Vaikunta Ekadasi

The Hindu

The hill temple of Lord Venkateswara witnessed a surge in the pilgrim crowds on Thursday on the eve of the auspicious Vaikunta Ekadasi festival on January 10. While the queue lines for Thursday’s darshan remained low, the entire route from the GNC toll gate to the hill temple remained choked with devotees. Specially erected German hangars along the mada streets …

Eve Pilgrim Ekadasi

6 days, 3 hours ago

Gudivada Amarnath blames A.P. government’s apathy for Tirupati stampede

The Hindu

Blaming the Andhra Pradesh government for the stampede at a Vaikunta Dwara Darshan token counter at Tirupati which claimed six lives on January 8, YSR Congress Party leader Gudivada Amarnath on January 9 asked why did the authorities concerned failed to make adequate arrangements for the heavy influx of pilgrims for the festival. The former Minister said that elaborate arrangements …

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6 days, 4 hours ago

‘Uttara Dwara Darshanam’ and ‘Pushparchana’ tomorrow at Srisailam

The Hindu

‘Uttara Dwara Darshan’ of the processional deities of Lord Mallikarjuna Swamy and Goddess Bhramaramba will be held at the Jyothirlinga temple in Srisailam on the occasion of ‘Mukkoti Ekadasi’ on January 10. ‘Ravana Vahana Seva’ would also be performed to the processional deities on the same day. According to the temple officials, the processional deities will be brought out of …

Processional Deities

6 days, 7 hours ago

Tirupati stampede: Andhra Pradesh Sadhu Parishad president seeks action on officials concerned

The Hindu

Andhra Pradesh Sadhu Parishad president Swami Srinivasananda Saraswati on Thursday asked the government and Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam to take stern action on the officials who failed to provide proper arrangements for the distribution of tokens for Vaikuntha Dwara Darshanam. Mr. Srinivasananda Saraswati sought a judicial probe with regard to Tirupati incidents so that its recommendations could be implemented at least …

Tirupati Officials Concerned Parishad President Srinivasananda Saraswati

6 days, 13 hours ago

Tirupati stampede: CM Naidu to visit injured in hospitals

Deccan Chronicle

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu will leave for Tirupati on Thursday to visit those injured in a stampede, sources said.Six devotees died and over 40 were injured in the stampede on Wednesday night as hundreds of them jostled for tickets for Vaikunta Dwara Darshanam at Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple on Tirumala Hills.Naidu will be visiting SVR Ruia Government …

Tirupati Naidu Hospitals Andhra

6 days, 14 hours ago

Tirupati stampede: 6 devotees in darshan ticket queue killed, TTD doubts temple administration

Firstpost

At least six people died and dozens other injured after hundreds of devotees jostled for tickets for Vaikunta Dwara Darshanam at Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple on Tirumala Hills on Wednesday night At least six devotees died and dozens others were injured in a stampede on Wednesday night at Andhra Pradesh’s Tirupati when hundreds of them jostled for tickets for Vaikunta …

Devotees Ttd Temple Tirupati Naidu Stampede Venkateswara Swamy

6 days, 17 hours ago

Tirupati stampede: Video shows exact moment of devotees jostling for distribution of darshan tickets

India TV News

Tirupati stampede latest update: At least six devotees, including three women, died and several others were injured in a major stampede in Tirupati on Wednesday night. Tirupati stampede videos go viral on social media The videos of the incident have gone viral on social media which show police administering CPR on a couple of woman devotees and injured persons being …

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6 days, 22 hours ago

Temples get ready for Vaikunta Ekadashi

Deccan Chronicle

Hyderabad:Temples of Lord Vishnu and his avataras are getting ready for the ‘Uttara Dwara’ darshanam on the occasion of Vaikunta Ekadashi on January 10. According to temple priest Shesha Chary, “The celebrations will continue from Ekadasi to Pournami as part of Dhanurmasam traditions.” He said while many devotees visit Tirumala for Vaikunta Ekadasi, those unable to travel due to financial …

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1 week ago

Tirupati temple stampede: 6 devotees killed during darshan token distribution; CM Naidu to meet victims today

Live Mint

Tirupati temple stampede: At least six devotees, including three women, died in a stampede during the distribution of tickets for darshan at the Tirupati temple in Tirumala Srivari Vaikuntha Dwaram near Vishnu Niwasam, on Wednesday, January 8. The stampede took place as hundreds of devotees jostled for tickets for Vaikunta Dwara Darshanam at Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple in Tirumala Hills, …

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6 killed in stampede during ticketing for special darshan in Andhra's Tirupati

India Today

Six people died while several others were injured after a stampede broke out near Vaikuntha Dwara Darshan ticketing centers in Andhra Pradesh's Tirupati on Wednesday. Reacting to the incident, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu said he was "deeply disturbed" and ordered officials to ensure proper relief measures for those injured. CONDOLENCES POUR IN Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief over the …

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Long queues, huge crowd: Moments leading up to deadly Tirupati stampede

India Today

The hilly town of Tirumala witnessed a huge influx of devotees at the Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple queuing for the Vaikunta Dwara Darshanam token when a scuffle erupted that triggered the stampede, which left six people dead. District Collector Dr S Venkateswar and Joint Collector Shubham Bansal visited Ruya Hospital to review the condition of the injured and directed officials …

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1 week, 1 day ago

Tirupati readies for 7 lakh 'common pilgrims' devotees during Vaikuntha Ekadashi

India Today

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams Executive Officer J Syamala Rao has emphasised that providing Vaikuntha Dwara Darshan to common pilgrims is the highest priority for the TTD. Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, the EO outlined the detailed arrangements for the Vaikuntha Ekadasi and Vaikuntha Dwara Darshanam scheduled from January 10 to 19, 2025. Vaikuntha Dwara will remain open for ten …

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2 weeks, 6 days ago

‘Kamaroopigal’, Sanchaya’s popular mythological play, stages 50th show in Bengaluru

The Hindu

For Kannada theatre audiences eager to experience a thoughtfully crafted and visually appealing mythological play, Kamaroopigal, presented by the amateur theatre group Sanchaya, has been a popular choice for three years running. Kuvempu’s name, Sanchaya’s dedication, hard work, and hospitality, Ranga Shankara’s openness to let this play have so many shows, great musicians and singers, dedicated actors and production people, …

Bengaluru Play Ramayana Popular Rama Ranga Shankara Sanchaya

1 month ago

TTD preparing for Vaikunta Ekadasi in January at Tirumala

Deccan Chronicle

Tirupati: Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams has initiated preparations for the Vaikunta Dwara Darshan at the holy abode of Lord Venkateswara in Tirumala from January 10, 2025 to January 19, 2025. It is widely believed that devotees who walk through the Vaikunta Dwaram—the sacred inner prakaram encircling the sanctum sanctorum—attain salvation. This sacred window is represented by the ten days of Vaikunta …

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1 month ago

Srisailam draws massive crowd of devotees

Deccan Chronicle

Kurnool: Srisailam temple witnessed a significant surge in devotees over the weekend holidays, with long queues forming for Arjitha Sevas and Sparsha Darshanam. Previously restricted on busy days, these special sevas are now being offered even on public holidays, albeit within limited hours. On Saturday, devotees lined up from morning till evening to visit the main deities, Mallikarjuna Swamy and …

Sparsha Darshanam

Grand Karthika Mahotsavam Begins at Srisailam, With Elaborate Preparations

Deccan Chronicle

The Karthika Mahotsavam festivities have commenced at Srisailam, with the Srisailam Mallikarjuna Swamy and Bhramaramba Ammavari temples beautifully decorated by the temple authorities. The temples will open from 4.30 a.m. to 11 p.m., with special rituals such as the Rudra Homam and Mrityunjaya Homam conducted in phases. Additional arrangements include the Karthika Deeparadhana, Punya Nadee Harati, and Jwalathoranam.

Law Religion Culture Festivals Kurnool

3 months, 1 week ago

On-duty officers pulled up for allowing government staff into sanctum sanctorum of Kanaka Durga temple

The Hindu

Rajashekar Babu expressed anger over the sector in-charge officers for allowing police and staff of other departments into Kanaka Durga temple’s Antaralayam, the temple’s sanctum sanctorum. Mr. Babu, who was monitoring the arrangements at the temple, observed that police and other staff were having ‘darshanam’ without standing in the queue lines. Collector G. Srijana directed the temple EO to be …

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3 months, 1 week ago

YSRCP Accuses TTD of Political Rehabilitation, Claims Attacks on Temples

The Hindu

Former Union Minister P. Ashok Gajapathi Raju has alleged that the previous YSR Congress Party government used the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) as a political rehabilitation centre. He also alleged that several initiatives related to Tirumala temple taken by the previous government have hurt the sentiments of the Hindus.

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5 months, 1 week ago

Andhra Pradesh: Shravana Masotsavam Begins at Bhramarambika Mallikarjuna Temple

Deccan Chronicle

Kurnool: Shravana Masotsavam at the Bhramarambika Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple will commence on Monday, August 5, and continue till September 4. Uchita, Sheeghra and Athi Sheeghra darshans have been arranged throughout the month, with Sheeghra Darshan tickets priced at Rs 150 and Athi Sheeghra Darshan tickets costing Rs 300. Devotees can have Alankara Darshanam from August 15 to August 19, temple …

Varalakshmi Vratam Shravana Masotsavam

7 months, 3 weeks ago

Visakhi Ekadasi Draws Devotees to Temples

Deccan Chronicle

Kakinada: Visakhi Ekadasi witnessed a surge in devotees thronging Shiva and Vishnu temples across Kakinada. Chants of "Om Namah Shivaya" and "Om Namo Narayanaya" filled the air as devotees performed abhishekams to Lord Shiva.The four famed Pancharama Kshetras – Bhimeswara Swamy temples in Draksharama and Samalkot, Soma Rama Someswara Swamy temple in Gunupudi, and Ksheera Ramalingeswara Swamy temple in Palakollu …

Devotees Ekadasi Witness Swamy Temples

10 months ago

Isha Mahashivratri 2024: From Shankar Mahadevan to Dharavi rappers, a night of melodies

Hindustan Times

Mahashivratri 2024: The Isha Mahashivratri of this year was musical magic! Isha Mahashivratri 2024: From Shankar Mahadevan to Dharavi rappers, a night of melodies A look at Isha Mahashivratri celebration 2024 The night-long celebration began with Adiyogi Divya Darshanam where Sounds of Isha band performed some songs. Catch Shankar Mahadevan performing at Isha Mahashivratri 2024 One of the major highlights …

2024 Isha Dharavi Shankar Mahadevan Honorable Governor Dharavi Rappers Isha Yoga Center

1 year ago

Sadhguru consecrates 54-feet Mahashula, 21-feet Nandi statues in Bengaluru

India TV News

Spiritual leader Sadhguru on Monday consecrated a 54-feet Mahashula statue and a 21-feet Nandi statue on the occasion of Makar Sankranti at Sadhguru Sannidhi in Chikkaballapur near Bengaluru. The day-long festivities included the enthusiastic participation of local communities from the surrounding Sadhguru Sannidhi area in large numbers, engaging in traditional festivities that featured cultural performances and a colorful Sankranti Jathre. …

Bengaluru Shiva Sadhguru Sannidhi Nandi Sannidhi Mahashula Sadhguru Consecrates

1 year ago

Tirumala witnesses heavy pilgrim, VIP rush for Vaikunta Dwara darshanam

The Hindu

Religious ecstasy marked the Vaikunta Ekadasi festival at the temple of Lord Venkateswara, here on Saturday. Thousands of devotees who had congregated in front of the main temple complex went into raptures as the priests formally unlocked the huge wooden doors and the air was electrified with their rhythmic chanting of ‘‘Govinda, Govinda’‘ laced with the sonorous blowing of conches …

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Botcha seeks inquiry by sitting judge of Andhra Pradesh High Court into Tirupati stampede

Tirumala sees large pilgrim influx on eve of Vaikunta Ekadasi

Gudivada Amarnath blames A.P. government’s apathy for Tirupati stampede

‘Uttara Dwara Darshanam’ and ‘Pushparchana’ tomorrow at Srisailam

Tirupati stampede: Andhra Pradesh Sadhu Parishad president seeks action on officials concerned

Tirupati stampede: CM Naidu to visit injured in hospitals

Tirupati stampede: 6 devotees in darshan ticket queue killed, TTD doubts temple administration

Tirupati stampede: Video shows exact moment of devotees jostling for distribution of darshan tickets

Temples get ready for Vaikunta Ekadashi

Tirupati temple stampede: 6 devotees killed during darshan token distribution; CM Naidu to meet victims today

6 killed in stampede during ticketing for special darshan in Andhra's Tirupati

Long queues, huge crowd: Moments leading up to deadly Tirupati stampede

Tirupati readies for 7 lakh 'common pilgrims' devotees during Vaikuntha Ekadashi

‘Kamaroopigal’, Sanchaya’s popular mythological play, stages 50th show in Bengaluru

TTD preparing for Vaikunta Ekadasi in January at Tirumala

Srisailam draws massive crowd of devotees

Grand Karthika Mahotsavam Begins at Srisailam, With Elaborate Preparations

On-duty officers pulled up for allowing government staff into sanctum sanctorum of Kanaka Durga temple

YSRCP Accuses TTD of Political Rehabilitation, Claims Attacks on Temples

Andhra Pradesh: Shravana Masotsavam Begins at Bhramarambika Mallikarjuna Temple

Visakhi Ekadasi Draws Devotees to Temples

Isha Mahashivratri 2024: From Shankar Mahadevan to Dharavi rappers, a night of melodies

Sadhguru consecrates 54-feet Mahashula, 21-feet Nandi statues in Bengaluru

Tirumala witnesses heavy pilgrim, VIP rush for Vaikunta Dwara darshanam