Mandya DC Kumara outlines strict safety protocols for Sri Ranganatha Swamy Temple's Ratha Saptami Brahmotsava on Jan 25. Key measures include chariot checks, emergency services, and crowd control. Read details.
Madras High Court allows Karthigai Deepam ritual at Thiruparankundram hill but bans public participation, calling state's law & order fears an 'imaginary ghost'. Read the full story.
Madras High Court dismisses Tamil Nadu government's law & order concerns as an 'imaginary ghost,' orders Subramaniya Swamy Temple to light Karthigai deepam at hilltop pillar. Details inside.
Madras High Court upheld the order for Subramaniya Swamy Temple to light Karthigai deepam on a hill peak, dismissing the state's law & order concerns as an 'imaginary ghost'. Read the full story.
Madras High Court directs Subramaniya Swamy temple to light lamp on Thiruparankundram hill's deepathoon for Karthigai festival. Court dismisses state's peace concerns, calls them 'ridiculous'. Read the full verdict details.
Madras High Court's Madurai Bench permits Subramaniya Swamy temple to light Karthigai Deepam on hilltop pillar. Court stresses community harmony and ASI compliance. Read the full story.
The sacred Tirumala Venkateswara Temple will remain closed for over 10 hours on March 3 due to a penumbral lunar eclipse. Know the exact timings and rituals planned.
Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan initiates Rs 35.19 crore infrastructure project at Sri Anjaneya Swamy Temple, Kondagattu, including a 96-room guesthouse. Read more about the emotional visit and development plans.
The 800-year-old Virupaksha Swamy Temple in Mulbagal, Karnataka, lies in a shocking state of neglect despite its proximity to ASI-protected monuments. Discover the plight of this forgotten heritage site.
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.
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.
Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan visits Kondagattu Sri Anjaneya Swamy temple, fulfilling election vow. TTD sanctions Rs 35.19 crore for a pilgrims' rest house and mandapam. Read the full story.
Madras High Court dismisses appeal, states special honours in temples cannot be claimed as absolute right. Deity holds first claim, practices must be validated under HR&CE Act. Read the full analysis.
Protests erupt in Andhra Pradesh after miscreants damage the sacred Shivalinga at Bheemeswara Swamy Temple in Draksharamam. Police form six teams, CM Naidu orders stern action. Read the latest updates.
A viral video shows a snail in Pulihora prasadam at Simhachalam's Varaha Nrusimha Swamy temple. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. Read more.
Indian T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav and wife Devisha Shetty offered prayers at Sri Venkateswara Temple in Tirumala on the auspicious Vaikuntha Ekadashi. Read about their spiritual journey.
Madras High Court states temple deities receive the 'first honour'. Special honours for mutt heads are not an absolute right and must be decided by HR & CE authorities. Read the full ruling.
Bengaluru filmmaker Anooya Swamy's short film 'Pankaja' is selected for Sundance 2026, marking a historic first for Kannada cinema. Discover the intimate story behind this global achievement.
Sri Durga Malleswara Swamy Varla Devasthanam in Vijayawada is launching online services for darshan, prasadam & donations via aptemple.org & apps to manage devotee rush. Read more.
A Delhi court dismisses ED's money laundering complaint against Sonia and Rahul Gandhi in the National Herald case, citing lack of a valid FIR. Key legal details inside.
Bengaluru's Anooya Swamy makes history as her Kannada short 'Pankaja' becomes the first from the language selected for the Sundance Film Festival. Discover her journey.
A Delhi court has refused to take cognisance of the ED's prosecution complaint against Sonia and Rahul Gandhi in the Rs 2,000 crore National Herald money laundering case. Here's the full timeline of key events.
Former Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli visited the Simhachalam temple in Visakhapatnam with his family. He performed the Kappasthambham Alingana ritual and received blessings. Read more about the spiritual visit.
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) will establish its first Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple in Patna, Bihar, on a 10.11-acre plot leased for 99 years at Re 1. Read about TTD's national expansion plan.
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar hits back at BJP's Chalavadi over Cartier watch row, shows affidavit submitted to Lokayukta. He asserts his right to wear watches of his choice. Read the full story.
The 10th Salakatla Brahmotsavams of Sri Venkateswara Swamy & Goddess Bhoodevi commenced in Krishna district. The week-long festival features Vedic rituals, processions, and seeks divine blessings for prosperity.
Srikakulam district plans a grand 7-day Arasavalli Rathasapthami from Jan 19-25, 2026. New online tickets & enhanced facilities for smooth darshan. Read more!
Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu reveals divine inspiration behind Amaravati capital name, launches ₹260 crore temple expansion, thanks 29,000 farmers for land donation.
Kethegowda, 80, from Gombegallu tribal hamlet, was killed by a wild elephant in Biligiri Ranganatha Swamy Tiger Reserve. The incident highlights growing human-animal conflicts in forest areas.
Discover Gorehabba, Tamil Nadu's unique cow dung throwing festival celebrated after Diwali. Learn about its origins, rituals, and why villagers believe it brings blessings and good health.