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TTD to release 6.70 lakh tickets on November 10 for ‘Vaikunta Dwara’ darshan

TTD to release 6.70 lakh tickets on November 10 for ‘Vaikunta Dwara’ darshan. The darshan will be allowed for 10 days at the temple of Lord Venkateswara in Tirumala from ‘Vaikunta Ekadasi’ on December 23.

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TTD Executive Officer takes a strong exception to BJP’s remarks on ‘Parvetu Mandapam’ renovation

TTD EO Dharma Reddy criticizes political leaders for trying to "politicise temple issues" for selfish gains. Renovation of Parvetu Mandapam & Alipiri wayside mandapam was necessitated due to precarious state. 90% of pillars & stones extracted from old structure used. TTD has taken up several repair works to 16th century…

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OCTOPUS unit conducts mock drill at pilgrims’ complex

TIRUPATI A OCTOPUS’ unit conducted a mock drill at 'Vishnu Nivasam' to test commandoes' anti-terrorist preparedness. Additional SP Nagesh Babu led the exercise, involving local police, fire & rescue, medical & revenue staff. The drill was to identify possible loopholes in tackling internal security threats. Bomb disposal teams & TTD's…

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TTD cancels plot allotted to UB group chairman Vijay Mallya in 1991

TTD cancels plot allotted to UB group chairman Vijay Mallya in 1991. TTD decision comes as Vijay Mallya fails to execute the mandatory final agreement despite several reminders and maintain the rest house he constructed on the plot located near the ‘Silathoranam; the TTD resolves to invite fresh applications for…

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Tiruchanur temple gets facelift ahead of Kartheeka Brahmotavams

TTD Chairman B. Karunakar Reddy released a publicity booklet & poster for the nine-day Navahnika Kartheeka Brahmotavams festival at Tiruchanur Sri Padmavati Ammavari temple. ₹9 crore has been sanctioned for the beautification of the temple tank. Important days of the festival include Gaja Vahanam, Swarna Ratham, Garuda Seva, Rathotsavam &…

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Camera detects wild animals on Tirumala footpath, TTD advices caution

TTD appeals to devotees to be cautious while trekking Tirumala-Alipiri footpath due to movement of leopard and bear. Pilgrims urged to move in groups and reach town before dark. Recent incidents of leopard attack on 6-year-old girl and boy's miraculous survival highlight need for caution. Four leopards captured and released…

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TTD introduces facial recognition for employees

TTD launches FRS to benefit 18,000 employees; A.V. Dharma Reddy formally launches system, extended to educational institutions, hospitals and allied organisations to ensure discipline and professionalism.

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Tirumala hundi nets ₹47.56 crores income during two Brahmotsavams

Tirumala temple's record income of ₹47.56 crores during two Brahmotsavams was announced by TTD Chairman B. Karunakar Reddy. Over 11 lakh pilgrims had darshan, 33.78 lakh availed free food, 57.64 lakh laddus sold and 4.29 lakh pilgrims had their heads tonsured

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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…

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TTD chairman launches helicopter joyrides in Tirupati

Tirupati Devasthanams chairman Bhumana Karunakar Reddy launched helicopter joyrides in the temple city, with Chennai-based Aero Don Chopper Private Limited providing services to denizens and devotees. Air-ambulance services will also be available. Dr. S. Shankar and MD Selva Kumar thanked TTD chairman and legislator for promoting heli-rides linked tourism. More…

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TTD presents ‘Silk Vastrams’ to Kolhapur temple

Tirumala TTD presented 'Silk Vastrams' to the temple of goddess Maha Lakshmi in Kolhapur, Maharashtra in connection with Navaratri festival. Parpatyadar Mr. Tulasi Prasad, TTD board member Milind Keshav Narvekar, and LAC President Rajesh Kumar Sharma were present.

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Centre of excellence for indigenous cattle to be jointly set-up by NDDB and TTD

Tirumala TTD Exec. Officer A.V. Dharma Reddy said NDDB & TTD will jointly set-up Centre of Excellence for development & genetic improvement of indigenous cattle. Funds provided under Rashtriya Gokul mission. Centre to focus on advanced reproductive methods & supply cow milk & ghee to temples. NDDB to provide financial…

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Malayappa rides Chinna Sesha Vahanam on second day of Navaratri Brahmotsavams

On Mon., 2nd day of Navaratri Brahmotsavams, 'Chinna Sesha Vahanam' procession marked TIRUMALA fervor. Lord Malayappa atop golden 'vahanam' as Lord Badri Narayana was taken out in grand procession. Festivities ended with 'Hamsa Vahanam'. 60,659 pilgrims had darshan of presiding deity. TTD IT Dept. designed vehicle pass mgmt. sys. &…

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‘Ankurarpanam’ performed for Navaratri Brahmotsavams at Tirumala

‘Ankurarpanam’ has been performed for Navaratri Brahmotsavams at Tirumala. The TTD has made elaborate arrangements for the convenience of devotees during the nine-day festival commencing October 15 amid expectations of heavy turnout of pilgrims.

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TTD advances the time of procession of ‘Garuda Seva’

TTD has advanced Garuda Seva procession by half an hour to 6.30pm due to sunset at 6.15pm on October 19. Meeting with agama pundits and temple priests held to ensure devotees' interest.

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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.

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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.

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SVVU Vice-Chancellor takes charge

Tirupati Rani Sadasiva Murty formally took charge as Vice-Chancellor of SVVU. Appointment made by Governor S. Abdul Nazeer, on request of TTD. Varsity formed in 2006, UGC recognised. Focus on academic, research & publication activities, esp. digitisation of manuscripts. Registrar, Dean, Finance Officer & PRO present.

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Decision on 1% TTD funds to civic body faces stiff resistance

Political parties take issue with TTD's decision to give 1% of its budget to MCT for civic amenities. Retired bureaucrat I.Y.R. Krishna Rao questions if MCT will share revenue with TTD. BJP's G. Bhanuprakash Reddy criticizes TTD board for being puppet of govt. Congress' P. Naveen Kumar Reddy slams MCT…

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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.

The Times of India

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.

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3 Top Nasdaq Stocks to Add to Your Portfolio in October

Amidst recent Nasdaq turbulence, savvy investors should keep an eye on three top-performing stocks - CrowdStrike, T-Mobile, and The Trade Desk - that look poised for potential growth.

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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.

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.

The Hindu

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.

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