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TTD's Online Darshan System Fails During Vaikunta Ekadasi
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams faces backlash as online-only darshan leads to low pilgrim turnout in first 3 days of Vaikunta Ekadasi festival. Read about the criticism and the shift back to offline mode.
Drunk Man Climbs Tirupati Temple Rajagopuram, Asks for Alcohol
A shocking security breach at Tirupati's Govindaraja Swamy Temple as a drunk man climbs the Rajagopuram. YSRCP condemns the incident as sacrilege. Read the full report.
Drunk Man Tries to Break Kalasams at Tirupati Temple
A drunk man sneaked into Tirupati's Sri Govindaraja Swamy temple, climbed a gopuram, and tried to break kalasams, exposing major security lapses. Read the full report.
Drunk Man Climbs Tirupati Temple, Demands Liquor
A drunk man caused chaos by climbing the Govindarajaswamy Temple in Tirupati, demanding more liquor. Police arrested him after a tense standoff. Watch the viral video.
Tirupati Laddu Sets New Sales Record, Quality Up
The iconic Srivari Laddu from Tirumala sees record sales in 2025, with over 5 lakh sold in a single day. Devotees report better shelf life and taste as TTD focuses on quality ingredients. Discover the faith behind the prasadam.
Tirupati: 4 ganja smugglers arrested, 1.2 kg seized
Sri Sathya Sai district police arrested four ganja smugglers near Kadiri, seizing 1.2 kg. Ten addicts detained, 15 others counselled. Crackdown continues.
Injuries in Tirupati Jallikattu after bull runs amok
Several injured as bull runs wild during an unpermitted Jallikattu event in Tirupati's Chandragiri mandal. Police question organisers for flouting rules. Read the full report.
Leopard enters human habitation in Srisailam, second time
A leopard entered a residential area in Srisailam, Tirupati, early Friday. CCTV captured the animal in Satya Narayana's backyard near Nallamala forest. Officials warn locals.
Delhi HC Warns Media in TTD Laddu Defamation Case
Delhi High Court refuses interim injunction to former TTD chairman Y V Subba Reddy against publications in laddu adulteration case, warns of consequences for future articles. Read the full legal details.
Delhi HC Denies Relief to Ex-TTD Chief in Laddu Row
Delhi High Court refuses interim relief to former TTD chairman in Tirupati laddu case. Justice Bansal says it's premature before hearing defendants. Read the latest details.
Tirumala Laddu Sales Soar to 13.52 Crore in 2025
Despite recent controversies, the iconic Tirumala laddu sees a record 13.52 crore sales in 2025, a 10% jump from 2024. Discover the details behind this surge in devotion.
Vignan Chairman Donates Rs 1 Crore to TTD Trust
Lavu Rathaiah of Vignan institutions donated Rs 1 crore to TTD's Vidya Dana trust. The donation coincided with grand Chakrasnanam rituals at Tirumala during Vaikunta Dwadasi. Read more about this spiritual and philanthropic event.
12.7 Lakh Devotees Flock to TTD Temples on Vaikunta Ekadasi
TTD-managed Lord Venkateswara temples across India witnessed a massive turnout of 12.7 lakh pilgrims on Vaikunta Ekadasi. Discover the surprising footfall trends and key collection figures from this major festival.
Inside Aishwarya-Abhishek's 2007 Wedding Media Ban
Relive the drama behind Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan's iconic 2007 wedding. Discover why one photo dominated headlines and led to a historic paparazzi ban. Read the full story.
Guntur devotee donates Rs 1 crore to Tirumala trust
A devotee from Andhra Pradesh's Guntur, Karanam Nagaraju, donated Rs 1 crore to the TTD's Sri Venkateswara Vidyadan Trust for education of poor students. Read about this act of devotion.
Revanth Reddy Visits Tirumala for Vaikunta Ekadasi
Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy and family visited Tirumala for Vaikunta Ekadasi prayers. The festival saw massive devotee turnout across Andhra and Telangana temples. Read more.
Chittoor crime rate falls 26% in 2025, road accidents dip
Chittoor district reports a significant 26% decline in overall crime in 2025, with 5,216 cases. SP Tushar Dudi highlights effective policing, though POCSO cases see a rise. Read the full report.
Poor turnout marks first day of Vaikunta Ekadasi in Tirumala
The first day of Vaikunta Ekadasi at Tirumala witnessed a low pilgrim turnout due to strict curbs and online ticketing. Over 3,000 police were deployed as VIP influx caused delays. Read the full report.
Vaikuntha Dwaram Darshan Begins at Tirumala Temple
The sacred Vaikuntha Dwaram darshan at Tirumala's Venkateswara Temple has commenced for a 21-day period. Devotees can witness the celestial event until January 18. Learn about the rituals and significance.
Tirupati Man Translates Ruskin Bond for New Generation
Discover how Tirupati Kiran is making Ruskin Bond's stories accessible in Kannada, Telugu & Tamil. His publishing house and mobile library plan inspire young readers across India. Read his inspiring journey!
Tirupati 2025 Crime: Overall Rate Stable, Cybercrime Falls
Tirupati district's 2025 crime data shows less than 1% overall increase. Key highlights: 22% drop in cybercrime, 5.4% rise in property crime, and a decline in road accidents. Read the full analysis.
New TTD First Aid Centre Opens on Alipiri-Tirumala Trek Route
TTD inaugurates a crucial first aid centre at Alipiri's 7th mile for pilgrims' safety. Learn how this facility aids the 20,000-30,000 daily devotees on the sacred trek.
Tirumala Vaikunta Ekadasi: TTD Finalizes Festival Arrangements
TTD prepares for Vaikunta Ekadasi from Dec 30 to Jan 8. New crowd management, food & water facilities in place. Check token rules for darshan.
Tirupati Red Sanders Smuggling: 263 Arrests, 35 Tons Seized
Tirupati's anti-smuggling task force had a landmark 2025, arresting 263, seizing 35 tons of red sanders logs worth Rs 47 crore, and nabbing 10 most-wanted smugglers. Read the full story.
Congress Tells Kerala CM to Keep Off Karnataka Affairs
Congress leaders in Karnataka have strongly advised Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan to refrain from commenting on the state's internal matters following his criticism of a reported eviction drive in Bengaluru. Read the full story on the escalating political ro
Naidu: Indian Epics Surpass Hollywood Superheroes
Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu, at a science conclave in Tirupati, urged youth to embrace Indian epics over Western superheroes, highlighting Hanuman and Arjuna. He also credited Vajpayee and Modi for national development.
15 Injured in Tirupati Pilgrimage Bus Accident
A mini-bus carrying Sabarimala pilgrims overturned near Sambepalli, injuring 15. Police provided immediate aid and arranged alternate travel. Read the full report.
Mahakaleshwar Temple Ujjain Footfall Hits 2 Lakh
Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain witnesses a massive surge, with 2 lakh devotees expected on first day of winter vacations. Temple committee implements crowd management plans and expands prasad distribution.
Tirumala Chaos: 24-Hour Wait, Crowd Surge at Tirupati
Heavy year-end rush caused chaos at Tirupati's TTD counters. Devotees faced 24-hour waits, severe jostling. Police restored order. High pilgrim influx expected for Vaikunta Ekadasi.
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