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No problems in Sabarimala; 'aravana' shortage due to more than expected devotees: TDB president

Sabarimala temple board president K Jayakumar disagreed with the government's view on shrine problems. He stated that a shortage of aravana payasam occurred due to unexpected devotee numbers. The temple board president mentioned planning issues as more devotees arrived than anticipated. Devaswom Minister K Muraleedharan stressed the need for adequate…

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'Shocking information' received regarding irregularities in PSC, action after probe, says Kerala CM VD Satheesan

Serious irregularities have surfaced within Kerala Public Service Commission examinations and appointments. A Crime Branch investigation is underway into PSC examinations and government service appointments. The Chief Minister also addressed concerns regarding Lower Primary School Teacher vacancies and protests. Irregularities in the purchase and supply of ghee to Sabarimala temple…

The Economic Times

TDB denies role in alleged Sabarimala ghee irregularity, says no outside procurement this season

The Travancore Devaswom Board president denied any board involvement in ghee supply irregularities. He stated the board decided not to procure outside ghee for this year's pilgrimage. All previous ghee consignments were cleared after laboratory testing by the Food Safety Department. The board entrusted procurement to Milma and ensured laboratory…

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Why Women Can’t Enter These 5 Famous Temples : Myth, Mystery, and Faith Revealed

Even in today’s world, some sacred spaces remain restricted to women due to ancient beliefs, traditions, and rituals. These temples are not just places of worship; they carry stories of devotion, power, and mysticism that stretch back centuries. While the debate continues on gender equality, millions of devotees still visit…

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PM Modi Promises Probe into Alleged Sabarimala Gold Theft if BJP Comes to Power in Kerala

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday promised a thorough investigation into the alleged gold theft at the Sabarimala temple if the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) forms the government in Kerala after the upcoming state assembly elections, asserting that those responsible would be sent to jail.

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Missing temple gold causes political scandal amid soaring prices of precious metal

Indian court orders investigation into why nearly 475 grams of revered Sabarimala temple’s gold wasn’t returned following renovation project in 2019

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Tamil Nadu to deliver 10 lakh biscuit packets for Sabarimala pilgrims

The Tamil Nadu government will deliver 10 lakh biscuit packets to be distributed among pilgrims who visit the Sabarimala temple here, the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) said on Saturday.

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Satheesan writes to CM seeking to ensure a smooth Sabarimala pilgrimage

Opposition urges CM to rectify Sabarimala lapses, end police raj.

The Hindu

Sabarimala | Mandalam season drawing to a close on December 27

Sabarimala: Amidst a continuing rush of devotees, the 41-day annual Mandalam pilgrimage season at Sabarimala in Kerala is set to draw to a close on December 27

The Hindu

Aided by surge in footfall, income at Sabarimala crosses ₹200 crore

Sharp surge in pilgrim footfall & revenue at Sabarimala during first phase of season. TDB offered free meals & distributed 1 crore biscuits. Madalapuja on Wednesday, Makaravilakku festival on Jan 15.

The Hindu

Sabarimala witnesses heavy rush in run up to Mandalapuja

Heavy rush of pilgrims at Sabarimala for Mandalapuja, over 1 lakh trekking up the hill daily. TDB proposes parking lot on Pampa hilltop to ease rush. Traffic to hillock slow due to backlog, police imposing regulations.

The Hindu

Pilgrim footfall at Sabarimala crosses 25 lakh

With just a couple of days left for the first phase of the annual pilgrimage season at Sabarimala to end, the routes leading to the holy hillock have been overwhelmed by devotees.

The Hindu

As rush to Sabarimala intensifies, Erumely remains chock-a-block with vehicles

As the Sabarimala temple continues to draw a large number of pilgrims, Erumely -- the key base station enroute the hillock, continues to remain chock-a-block with vehicles.

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NSS calls for urgent action to ease crowding at Sabarimala

Even as the government sought to reassure the public about the crowd management measures at Sabarimala, the Nair Service Society expressed concern over the situation on the holy hillock

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Eight Sabarimala special Vande Bharat services from Chennai to Kottayam and vice versa

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IUML expresses disappointment over SC verdict upholding abrogation of Article 370

IUML expresses disappointment over SC verdict on Article 370; calls on democratic forces to highlight people's opinion; demands State govt. to retain Muslim reservation; blames govt. for Sabarimala rush; urges govt. to retain subsidy for essential commodities; candidates for LS election to be finalised after UDF discussions.

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Arraign Chief Minister as first accused, demands Satheesan

Opposition Leader V.D. Satheesan demands Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan be arraigned as first accused in criminal cases related to Navakerala Sadas. He claims CPI(M) gangs attacked protesters, cruelly injuring a DYFI activist, with CM's support. He also accuses govt of using taxpayers' money for political campaigns and failing to provide…

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Heavy rush continues at Sabarimala, darshan time extended by one hour

Less than a day after implementing an abrupt cut in the daily quota of virtual queue bookings, the authorities have decided to extend the darsan time for devotees at Sabarimala during the ongoing pilgrimage season by one more hour.

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Sabarimala witnesses a surge in pilgrim footfall

The heavy inflow of pilgrims from the neighbouring States has resulted in a sharp surge in footfall at Sabarimala this season.

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Sabarimala special | South Central Railway to operate 22 trains

The South Central Railway (SCR) officials will operate 22 Sabarimala special trains between various destinations to clear the rush of Ayyappa devotees. Special trains will have first class AC, 2AC, 3AC, sleeper and general second class coaches.

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Sabarimala pilgrimage begins with devotees flocking from South India

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Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje attacks Kerala government over recent suicide of farmer

The Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare was talking to reporters at Sabarimala after offering worship at the Lord Ayyappa temple here when it was opened for the annual Mandalam-Makaravilakku festival.

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Multi-language microsite on Sabarimala pilgrimage planned

Kerala Tourism to launch microsite on Sabarimala, providing info in 5 languages. It will feature e-brochures, promotional film, YouTube videos & details of transport, lodging facilities. The project is aimed at making pilgrimage hassle-free & boosting Kerala's reputation as a major pilgrim tourism State.

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TDB to deposit 500 kg of gold in RBI for an annual interest of ₹6 crore

TDB to deposit 500kg gold in RBI for 5yrs; earn ₹6cr/yr. SBI Mumbai to assist. Gold to be smelted into biscuit form. Antique gold, artefacts, utensils to be catalogued, sorted. Fast-tag system for Sabarimala parking fees. Thirupathi model queue system for crowd control. No cardamom in Aravana Payasam. 6 lakh…

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HC directive to Health Secretary to issue advisory for Sabarimala pilgrims

Kerala High Court directs Health Sec. to issue advisories for Sabarimala pilgrims during Kannimasa Pooja (Sept 17-22) due to Nipah virus outbreak. Govt. Pleader submitted containment zones, persons in contact with affected quarantined. 34,860 virtual queue bookings.

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