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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…

The Economic Times · Sep 22

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…

The Economic Times · Jul 31

Sabarimala gold loss: HC allows fresh case as SIT finds evidence against ex-TDB chief

The Kerala High Court has allowed a fresh criminal case against former TDB president P S Prashanth regarding the 2025 replating of Sabarimala's Dwarapalaka idols. Evidence suggests a conspiracy to conceal alleged gold misappropriation from a 2019 replating.

The Economic Times · Jun 29

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Sabarimala women entry issue resurfaces following ex-TDB chief's allegations

Alleged disclosures by former Travancore Devaswom Board president A Padmakumar have reignited the Sabarimala women's entry controversy. Reports suggest Padmakumar claimed he and a senior police officer were deliberately kept away from the temple premises on the day two women entered. He reportedly alleged a highly influential person orchestrated this.…

The Economic Times · Jun 14

Kerala HC orders independent re-evaluation of Sabarimala ghee sale

The Kerala High Court has ordered a fresh probe into alleged fund misappropriation by Travancore Devaswom Board employees. The court expressed dissatisfaction with the initial report, finding it minimized the loss to the Board. A senior officer will now re-evaluate the case to determine if corruption charges apply.

The Economic Times · Jun 11

Flipkart puts IPO on ice; Rapido's $240 million raise

Flipkart has hit pause on its IPO in a jittery market. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.

The Economic Times · May 15

TDB kicks off RDI fund disbursal, backs startups across space, drones, biotech

The Technology Development Board (TDB) has begun disbursing the first tranche of the Rs 1 lakh crore Research and Development Initiative (RDI) fund, backing deeptech startups in space, drones, and biotech. The board expects to disburse Rs 500-600 crore this fiscal year, with initial investments ranging from Rs 3 crore…

The Economic Times · May 15

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African countries need strong development banks: how they can push back against narratives to weaken them

A quiet but consequential contest is playing out in the global financial architecture. One that could determine Africa’s ability to finance its own development.

The Conversation · Nov 3, 2025

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Watch IIHF World Championship 2025 live from anywhere, with Ryan Warsofsky's USA taking on Patrick Fischer's Switzerland in the ice hockey final.

Tom’s Guide · May 8, 2025

African diplomats urge UK government to back bill to speed up debt restructurings

Countries are struggling to manage expensive loans, with much of debt transacted through London

The Guardian - UK · Apr 28, 2025

TDB, MDB to keep oleander off most rituals in temples

Travancore Devaswom Board discontinues toxic Arali flowers in temple rituals to prevent harm to humans and animals.

The Hindu · May 9, 2024

TDB to wind up spot booking to Sabarimala

Travancore Devaswom Board implements measures to regulate crowd flow to Sabarimala, limiting daily bookings to 80,000 through virtual queue.

The Hindu · May 4, 2024

Death of woman puts spotlight on oleander

The Hindu · May 4, 2024

Dhruva Space gets ₹14 crore funding from DST’s tech development board

Hyderabad-based Dhruva Space receives ₹14 crore for innovative space-grade solar array fabrication and testing facility.

The Hindu · Apr 24, 2024

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The Hindu · Apr 16, 2024

Dedication of renovated Shaktivinayaka Temple held in Thiruvananthapuram

TDB president inaugurates new structures at Sree Shaktivinayaka Temple in Thiruvananthapuram, attended by board members and officials.

The Hindu · Apr 3, 2024

Temples under TDB to embrace new strategy to stay afloat

The Hindu · Feb 27, 2024

Kerala HC upholds TDB rule of appointing only Malayala Brahmins as Melsanthis of Sabarimala, Malikappuram

Kerala High Court dismisses petitions challenging reservation of Melsanthis posts for Malayala Brahmins at Sabarimala and Malikappuram temples.

The Hindu · Jan 20, 2024

Heavy influx propels income at Sabarimala to record high

As the annual pilgrimage season at the Sabarimala Ayyappa temple draws to a close, the unprecedented influx to the hillock here has propelled the income from the annual pilgrimage season to a record high.

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The Hindu · Jan 15, 2024

Makaravilakku festival celebrated at Sabarimala

The Makaravilakku festival at Sabarimala marks the end of the annual pilgrimage season, drawing a large influx of devotees.

The Hindu · Jan 12, 2024

TDB honours singer K.J. Yesudas with special prayers at Sabarimala temple

In the sacred precincts of the Ayyappa temple in Sabarimala, the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) organised special prayers for legendary singer K.J. Yesudas who celebrated his birthday as per the Malayalam calendar on Friday. Yesudas’s birth star is Uthradam (Uttara Ashadha).

The Hindu · Jan 11, 2024

Preparations for Makaravilakku in full swing at Sabarimala

The Hindu · Jan 6, 2024

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.

The Hindu · Jan 2, 2024

Sabarimala | Travancore Devaswom Board to stop spot booking from January 10 to check Makaravilakku rush

Taking a serious note of the crowd flow to Sabarimala that continues unabated, authorities are bringing in rapid measures to keep the rush under check ahead of the Makaravilakku festival.

The Hindu · Dec 30, 2023

Satheesan writes to CM seeking to ensure a smooth Sabarimala pilgrimage

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

The Hindu · Dec 30, 2023

As Makaravilakku season begins, concerns mount over shortage of Aravana

As Makaravilakku season begins, concerns mount over shortage of Aravana in Sabarimala

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