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Andhra Pradesh Governor worships at Tirumala temple

Andhra Pradesh Governor S. Abdul Nazeer and his spouse worshipped at Tirumala's Lord Venkateswara temple. TTD Trust Board Chairman and Executive Officer welcomed them and Vedic pundits greeted them with "Isthikaphal". After darshan, they were accorded Ashirvachanam and presented temple prasadams. TTD Chairman presented a portrait of Lord Venkateswara to…

The Hindu · Oct 22, 2023

Telangana CM Chandrasekhar Rao’s wife Shobha prays at Tirumala temple

Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao’s wife K. Shobha on October 10 offered prayers at the temple of Lord Venkateswara.

The Hindu · Oct 10, 2023

TTD chairman Karunakar Reddy keen on implementing VIP break for ‘Govindakoti’ writers

TTD chairman Bhumana Karunakar Reddy's 'Govindakoti' project aims to promote Sanatana Dharmic values among youth. He recently resolved to offer VIP break darshan to those writing 'Govindakoti', a slight adaptation of the ancient practice of writing 'Ramakoti'. He believes incentivising youth towards Dharmic activities will help retain them.

The Hindu · Sep 20, 2023

Andhra Pradesh child rights commission orders probe into death of girl in leopard attack on Tirumala temple footpath

The Andhra Pradesh State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (APSCPCR) has ordered an inquiry into the death of a six-year-old girl on the Alipiri footpath leading to Lord Venkateswara temple in Tirumala on August 11 night. The TTD and government department officials have been instructed to submit a report…

The Hindu · Aug 13, 2023

TTD trust board’s new chairman Bhumana Karunakar Reddy to steer clear of administrative domain

Bhumana Karunakar Reddy, who is all set to take over as the chairman of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) trust board, wishes to steer clear of the administrative machinery’s activities and stay focussed on policy-making.

The Hindu · Aug 9, 2023

Venkateswara temple Pushkarini closed for repairs

Venkateswara temple pond has been closed for repairs desilting and will be reopened on September 1.

The Hindu · Aug 1, 2023

Anivara Asthanam celebrated on a grand note in Tirumala

Anivara Asthanam festival at Lord Venkateswara's temple marked by fervour. Special rituals conducted to deities, keys handed to pontiffs to mark start of new financial year. Tamil Nadu Endowments Secretary, Commissioner & Joint Commissioner took part in religious formalities. Procession of Pushpa Pallaki with 50 quintals of flowers, witnessed by…

The Hindu · Jul 18, 2023

SVVU is the ultimate destination for traditional knowledge seekers: TTD EO

SVVU, established at the lotus feet of Lord Venkateswara, has become the ultimate destination for traditional knowledge seekers. TTD Executive Officer A.V. Dharma Reddy said SVVU's objective is to spread Vedic knowledge for a righteous society. Joint Executive Officer Sada Bhargavi asked students to explore the link between Vedic knowledge…

The Hindu · Jul 12, 2023

Fervour marks Koil Alwar Thirumanjanam

Fervour marked Koil Alwar Thirumanjanam at the temple of Lord Venkateswara here on Tuesday. The festival was observed as a prelude to the annual Ani Vara Asthanam scheduled on July 17.

The Hindu · Jul 12, 2023

Maha Samprokshanam performed at new Lord Venkateswara temple at Rampachodavaram

‘Maha Samprokshanam’ ritual was ceremoniously performed on Monday at the newly built temple of Lord Venkateswara at Rampachodavaram in Alluri Seetharamaraju district.

The Hindu · May 22, 2023