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Shivamogga airport to soon start flights to three new destinations

Bengaluru's Shivamogga airport, operational since Aug 31, will add direct flights to Goa, Tirupati & Hyderabad. Star Air, a regional airline, will start flights from Oct 29. Indigo operates daily flights between Bengaluru & Shivamogga. Airport built at ₹449.22 crore, expected to improve connectivity to Malnad region & tourist destinations.

The Hindu

‘Astronomical Telescope Making’ workshop held in Tirupati

RSC Tirupati held a one-day workshop on telescope making to mark APJ Abdul Kalam's birth anniversary. Students and teachers from private schools built 50mm and 70mm refractor telescopes from scrap and were trained to upgrade and maintain them.

The Hindu

TNSTC to operate additional buses from Vellore, Tirupattur to Tirupati for Brahmotsavam

TNSTC to operate 31 add'l buses from Vellore, Tirupattur to Tirupati for Brahmotsavam. 25 buses from Vellore, 6 from Tirupattur. 15 regular buses from new bus terminus in Vellore. Special buses from CMBT, Koyembedu to Vellore, Hosur, Tirupattur, Dharmapuri on weekends/Mondays. Special squads to monitor smooth operation.

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Tirupati gets double-decker bus for its city commuters

Tirupati introduces double-decker bus for city commuters, flagged off by MLA & TTD Chairman. Bus procured by MCT from Switch Mobility, costing ₹2 crore, with AC & 65 seating capacity.

The Hindu

BJP opposes TTD decision to spend 1% of funds on Tirupati development

BJP objects to TTD's decision to spend 1% of budget on Tirupati devpt; says it's hurting Hindu sentiments & turning temple into money spinner.

The Hindu

Indian Hotels ties up with HHH Foundation to impart hospitality training to rural youth

IHCL, in partnership with HHH Foundation, has launched a project to train up to 1 lakh rural youth in hospitality and retail sectors by 2030. Taj Tirupati's skill centre is unique as it runs entirely within the hotel. The beneficiaries are mostly Intermediate pass-outs or college dropouts. The programme will…

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TTD resolves to spend 1% of its annual budget on development of Tirupati town

TTD board resolves to spend 1% of budget on Tirupati dev. activities. Approved construction of shelter, 4-lane roads, footpaths, drains, street lights, queue lines, expansion of subway, IIT experts to check longevity of temples, parking lots, mid-day meals, salary hike for health workers, and compensation for employees.

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Legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar's kin donates Rs 10 lakh to Tirupati trust as per her 'will'

TIRUPATI: Kin of Bharata Ratna late Lata Mangeshkar donated a sum of Rs.10 lakh to the Tirupati Balaji trust on the legendary singer's behalf and as per her last wishes.

The Times of India

Puratasi month brings a flood of devotees to Vaishnavite temples in Chittoor district

Devotees thronged Vaishnavite temples in Chittoor district on Saturday for the auspicious 'Puratasi' month dedicated to Lord Venkateswara of Tirumala. Pilgrims walked hundreds of kilometres to Tirupati, while locals served food and women offered special prayers. TTD provided rest facilities and the temples of Lord Venkateswara were abuzz with devotees.

The Hindu

NCC cadets from Tirupati group bag medals in sainik camp competitions, given rousing welcome

Tirupati NCC cadets returned home to a hero's welcome after winning 13 medals (2 gold, 4 silver, 7 bronze) at All India Thal Sainik Camp in New Delhi. Mayor R. Sireesha Yadav organised a rousing reception to celebrate their success.

The Hindu

Roja advises women to ignore criticism, take obstacles head-on

Minister R.K. Roja urged women to ignore criticism and take obstacles head-on to rise in their chosen fields. She recalled her own journey from Bhakarapeta village to Tirupati and success in film and politics. Roja criticized lewd comments on women and parents for relegating girls to home. Mayor R. Sireesha…

The Hindu

A.P. CM Jagan lays foundation stone for slew of projects worth over ₹3,000 crore

CM Jagan Mohan Reddy virtually launched industrial units in Tirupati & Sri City, providing employment to 1,050 & 250 persons respectively. He also inaugurated a Banana Processing Cluster in YSR district & laid foundation stones for 6 units in Anantapur, Sri Satya Sai, Bapatla, Srikakulam & East Godavari districts, providing…

The Hindu

Sarannavaratri Utsavam at Kapileswara Swamy temple from Oct. 15

Tirupati's Sri Kapileswara Swamy temple complex to host Sri Kamakshi Ammavari Sarannavaratri Utsavam from Oct 15-23. Koil Alwar Tirumanjanam, Ankurarpanam & cultural programmes to be held. Devotee couple donated 16 kg silver ornaments worth ₹14 lakh to temple.

The Hindu

Ancient Mandapam at Alipiri to be rebuilt with ₹1.36 cr

Tirupati's Alipiri Mandapam to be renovated at Rs.1.36 crore. TTD Exec. Officer A.V. Dharma Reddy & Joint Exec. Officer V. Veerabrahmam inspected the 16th century structure. Wall behind collapsed, so fence installed. Parveta Mandapam atop Tirumala hills rebuilt, but faced criticism. TTD warns netizens against baseless allegations.

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Chennai toddler abducted from Tirupati bus station rescued in ten hours

Tirupati police rescue a two-year-old boy from Chennai who was abducted from APSRTC bus station. SP Parameswara Reddy handed him to his parents and appealed to public to alert police if suspicious persons were seen in public places.

The Hindu

YSRCP government in Andhra Pradesh is intolerant to criticism, allege opposition parties

Leaders of the opposition parties, during an all-party rally in Tirupati on October 3 (Tuesday), squarely blamed the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) government for being ‘intolerant’ to the criticisms and treating them in a ‘high-handed manner’.

The Hindu

Maharashtra man arrested for ‘stealing’ TTD bus in Tirumala

The Tirumala crime police have arrested a man for his alleged involvement in the theft of an electric bus belonging to the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) that gives free rides to pilgrims. The ignition key of the bus was recovered from the accused.

The Hindu

Relaxations on trekking subject to nod from forest officials, says TTD Chairman

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Chairman B. Karunakar Reddy said that the Board was willing to relax the restrictions imposed on devotees trekking up to the temple along with children below 12 years of age once the forest and wildlife authorities confirm that there was no threat from wild animals.

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TTD’s cardiac hospital for children bags award

TTD-run Sri Padmavati Children’s Heart Centre in Tirupati has been declared ‘Best Paediatric Cardiac Centre in Andhra Pradesh’, receiving ‘Pride of Nation’ award. Director Dr. N. Srinath Reddy received award from Telangana Governor. The Centre, opened in 2021, has performed 1910 life-saving heart surgeries on children from India and Bangladesh.

The Hindu

Vande Bharat train cleaned under ‘14-minute miracle’ in Tirupati

The Secunderabad-Tirupati Vande-Bharat Express train was cleaned in 14 minutes. Led by officials, many employees participated in the '14-minute miracle' cleaning programme. MP M. Gurumoorthy and Deputy Mayor B. Abhinay Reddy later took part in the 'Swachhata Hi Seva' programme at the railway quarters.

The Hindu

AP Chambers brief DRM on suggestions to improve Vijayawada railway station

AP Chambers recommends introducing Vande Bharat Express from Vijayawada to Bengaluru via Tirupati. Request to reduce travel time from 6 hrs 40 mins to 4 hrs 30 mins. Suggestion to decongest Vijayawada station by increasing platforms and developing Gunadala and Rayanapadu as satellite stations.

The Hindu

CID organises awareness programme on rights of Scheduled Tribes

CID police of Tirupati district organised awareness program on 'Empowerment of Scheduled Tribes & prevention of atrocities against them'. Additional SP said Govt. of India brought laws to uplift STs & protect their rights. Public Prosecutor spoke about SC & ST Act & its rules. District Social Welfare Officer spoke…

The Times of India

Tirupati civic body to widen two more internal roads to ease traffic bottlenecks

TIRUPATI: After recently expanding several roads crisscrossing in old Tirupati that awaited action for more than three decades, municipal corporation of Tirupati (MCT) has taken up widening of two prominent stretches that are considered serious bottlenecks in the old town.

The Hindu

Caught between the stars and the sea

Residents of seven villages in Tirupati district, abutting India's famous rocket launch station, are denied basic amenities due to the presence of the station and the bird sanctuary. Despite pleas to ISRO, politicians, and the NHRC, the villagers remain outcasts in their homeland, struggling with mobility, employment, and access to…

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Sub-Inspector of police becomes Deputy Collector in Andhra Pradesh, lauded

Swaathi, a Sub-Inspector from Tirupati, achieved 8th rank in State-level Group-I exams and was selected a Deputy Collector. She got posted as an SI in 2018. After long leave in 2021, she cracked Group-I exams and is now a trainee Deputy Collector in Guntur. SP P. Parameswara Reddy gave her…

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