The Latest Breaking News from Tirupati

TDP finds holes in voters’ list in Chandragiri constituency

TDP raises issue of fake voters in Tirupati district, calls on ECI to take cognisance of irregularities. Leaders allege ruling party exerting pressure on booth-level officials, changing booths to confuse voters in TDP strongholds. Appeal to ECI to take action against irregularities in voters' list.

The Hindu · Nov 10, 2023

Screening is the first step towards eradication of cancer in women, says SVIMS V-C

SVIMS organised its 147th cancer screening camp in Avilala, Tirupati. 53 women attended. SBI-Tirupati donated 5 wheelchairs to SVIMS. Director R.V. Kumar stressed importance of screening for cancer eradication.

The Hindu · Nov 9, 2023

Five Red Sanders smugglers from Tamil Nadu arrested by Tirupati police

Tirupati police seize 5,388 kg Red Sanders logs worth ₹4.31 crore and arrest five smugglers from Tamil Nadu. Tip-off leads to successful bust. Murugan, Hemanth Kumar, Ravi, Vimal, and Surender arrested. Cops checking if any have PD Act booked against them in past.

The Hindu · Nov 6, 2023

AP Chambers asks for long-distance trains from Vijayawada to major cities

AP Chambers request Union Minister of Railways to introduce long-distance trains from Vijayawada. Request to set up South Coast Railway Zone HQ in Visakhapatnam, introduce Vande Bharat train between Vijayawada-Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada-Bengaluru, Tirupati. Suggestion to complete East Coast DFC and connect it to ports for pollution-free, cost-effective cargo handling.

The Hindu · Oct 30, 2023

Call to emulate Vemana and spread the message of humanity in simple language

Speakers at Tirupati's Vemana Vignana Kendram call to use ordinary language to spread humanity's message. Telakapalli Ravi inaugurated the building, Palavali Kusuma Kumari opened the meeting hall, and A.G. Chandramma opened the convention hall. Vemana's thought process was praised, and skits were performed to highlight his messages. Writers, literary activists,…

The Hindu · Oct 29, 2023

Andhra Pradesh: Police book cases against 26 TDP activists at Srikalahasti

TIRUPATI: Police booked cases against 26 Telugu Desam party activists including the party's constituency in-charge at Srikalahasti in Tirupati district on Sunday.

The Times of India · Oct 29, 2023

Steps taken to fulfil licence conditions at Shivamogga airport, says B.Y. Raghavendra

Lok Sabha MP B.Y. Raghavendra said Shivamogga Airport's licence expires Nov 28 & steps taken to renew. A meeting held in Bengaluru to speed up process. Night landing facilities to be completed in 2 months & new routes to Tirupati, Goa & Hyderabad to be operational by Nov 22. Consultations…

The Hindu · Oct 28, 2023

Andhra Pradesh: Opposition parties slam YSRC MP Margani Bharat for likening CM YS Jagan to Lord Vishnu's avatar

TIRUPATI: Rajahmundry YSRCP MP Margani Bharat stirred up a controversy during his visit to the Tirumala temple on Saturday.

The Times of India · Oct 28, 2023

The unexplored relics of Rayalaseema

Rayalaseema’s megalithic sites reveal a rich history, neglected by govt & locals. Pillared dolmen & stone circles in Tirupati, 'Devara Yeddhu' in Palem, 'Veerla Baaduva Bavi' in Mydukur & 'Hero stone' in Puttakanuma are relics of cherished heritage, awaiting exploration.

The Hindu · Oct 28, 2023

Andhra Pradesh: Leopard scare back to haunt trekking devotees at Tirumala

TIRUPATI: After a brief lull, the leopard scare is back to haunt the devotees trekking up to Tirumala.

The Times of India · Oct 27, 2023