1+ day, 20+ hour ago (248+ words) DEHRADUN: Haridwar Kumbh 2027 will be held from January 14 to April 20, incorporating 10 holy baths (Shahi Snans). The schedule was finalised at a meeting of the All India Akhara Parishad (AIAP) with Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami in Haridwar on Friday. In his meeting with representatives of all 13 Akharas, the Chief Minister sought their suggestions and guidance for the successful organisation of the 2027 Kumbh. Dhami said that the traditions of the AIAP, along with the requirements and facilities for seers, would remain top priority in all decisions related to the Kumbh. He added that organising a massive religious event like the Kumbh was impossible without the support, suggestions and blessings of the seer community. The government, he said, aims to make preparations for Kumbh 2027 more comprehensive, systematic and aligned with the expectations of the Akharas. At the meeting, held for the first…...

1+ week, 10+ hour ago (194+ words) TDP national general secretary Nara Lokesh conveyed his greetings to devotees on the occasion of the centenary of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba Lakhs of devotees are expected to take part in the centenary celebrations of Sathya Sai Baba, scheduled to be held at Sai Kulwant Hall at Prasanthi Nilayam in Puttaparthi on Sunday. Meanwhile, TDP national general secretary Nara Lokesh conveyed his greetings to devotees on the occasion of the centenary of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba. In a post on X, Lokesh said that Sri Sathya Sai Baba, who taught the virtues of love, non-violence, truth, righteousness and peace, continues to inspire millions across the world. Lokesh said it was his "fortune and blessing to be born in Andhra Pradesh, the sacred land where Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba was born." He added that taking part in the…...

6+ day, 18+ hour ago (285+ words) Devotees upset as old clip shows anchor calling annaprasadam "costly prasadam." Tirupati: A video of a television anchor and Telugu Bigg Boss Season 3 contestant, Shiva Jyothi making comments about the annaprasadam at Tirumala has triggered public outrage after it resurfaced on social media. The clip, reportedly filmed during her visit to the hill shrine with her husband and friends, has renewed concerns over disrespectful content being shot in Tirumala despite repeated warnings from the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD). In the video, recorded and posted by Shiva Jyothi herself, she is seen in the queue for Srivani trust-linked break darshan tickets as Srivari Sevaks distribute annaprasadam. She remarks to a companion, "We are taking costly prasadam in Tirumala" we are the richest beggars." The comment has been widely condemned by devotees as an insult to the sacred offering made in the…...

3+ week, 5+ day ago (1402+ words) Nellore:Preparations are in full swing for the Maha Kartika Deepotsavam to be held at Ganesh Ghat in Nellore Rural constituency on November 5 (Kartika Pournami). The event promises to be a grand spiritual celebration featuring a women's procession, floating lamps shaped like Lord Shiva, and a Ganga Harathi by priests from Haridwar. Nellore Rural MLA Kotamreddy Sridhar Reddy, TDP leader Kotamreddy Giridhar Reddy, former Mayor Nandimandalam Bhanu Sri, and members of the Simhapuri Kartika Deepotsavam Committee inspected the arrangements on Monday. MLA Sridhar Reddy said the festival is being organized under the leadership of the Simhapuri Kartika Deepotsavam Committee in coordination with officials from all departments. He assured complete support for the event and invited people from all political parties, devotees, and service organizations to participate. The women's procession will begin at 5 p.m., followed by the Ganga Harathi at 6 p.m. on November…...

3+ week, 4+ day ago (228+ words) Thousands of Sikh devotees and other community faiths celebrated it with religious fervour, gaiety and devotion Hyderabad: The 556th Prakash Utsav (Birthday Celebrations) of ''Sri Guru Nanak Devji'', the first Sikh Guru and founder of Sikh Religion, who spread the message of peace and communal harmony across the world concluded on Wednesday. Thousands of Sikh devotees and other community faiths celebrated it with religious fervour, gaiety and devotion. Celebrations were marked by offering prayers to Sri Guru Granth Sahibji, recitations of Gurbani Keertans and serving of Guru Ka Langar (free community kitchen) to devotees. The major celebrations of the concluding event was jointly organised under the aegis of Prabhandak Committees, Gurudwara Saheb Secunderabad and Gurudwara Sri Guru Singh Sabha, Ashok Bazar on Wednesday where thousands of Sikh devotees and other community faith participated in the mass congregation by offering prayers to…...

3+ week, 5+ day ago (278+ words) Hyderabad: The government is all set to renovate the Dharmapuri Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple in Jagtial district, ahead of the Godavari Pushkaralu in July 2027. Endowment minister Konda Surekha said the renovation would follow Agama Shastra principles and Vedic customs. The government has allotted Rs 80 lakh for the Sulabh complex and water shower facility, expected to be used by thousands of pilgrims. For the construction of four VIP suites, the allocation is Rs 3.1 crore. Local MLA and minister Aduluri Laxman Kumar vowed support for land acquisition and project facilitation to ensure timely completion. The government planned what it called "futuristic arrangements" for the Pushkaralu pilgrim influx to ensure smooth conduct of holy baths and festivities. The government will spend Rs 50 crore to renovate the Dharmapuri Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple in Jagtial district Rs 20 cr: Reconstruction of main temple of…...

2+ day, 23+ hour ago (265+ words) Lakshmisha said the arrangements mirror the scale of the recent Dasara festivities. Vijayawada: Arrangements for the Bhavani Deeksha Viramana (relinquishment) in NTR district are in the final stages, with stringent security and extensive logistical planning in place for the event scheduled from December 11 to 15, 2025. More than six lakh devotees are expected to relinquish their 41-day Bhavani Deeksha at Sri Kanaka Durga Temple atop Indrakeeladri in Vijayawada. NTR district collector Dr G. Lakshmisha, police commissioner S.V. Rajasekhar Babu, and temple executive officer (EO) V.K. Seena Naik inspected the preparations on Wednesday and instructed officials to ensure seamless darshan and effective crowd management. Lakshmisha said the arrangements mirror the scale of the recent Dasara festivities. The area has been divided into 36 sectors, each overseen by a designated officer handling holding areas, queue lines, tonsure points, bathing ghats, laddu counters and related facilities. Around 3,000 police personnel…...

1+ day, 21+ hour ago (322+ words) Udupi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the Suvarna Teertha Mantapa and the Kanaka Kavacha at Sri Krishna Matha on Friday. Arriving at Ratha Beedi soon after the roadshow, Modi was greeted with a traditional welcome. Paryaya Puthige Math seer Sri Sugunendra Tirtha Swamiji welcomed the Prime Minister near the Kanaka Gopura. Modi offered a garland to the idol of Sri Kanakadasa, honouring the saint-poet whose devotion forms a permanent part of Udupi's spiritual heritage. Modi then unveiled the newly installed Kanaka Kavacha, a golden covering placed over the iconic Kanakana Kindi, where Kanakadasa is believed to have glimpsed Lord Krishna. The Prime Minister then entered Sri Krishna Matha with folded hands, pausing for darshan at Sri Chennakeshava at the entrance. He then had the darshan of Udupi Sri Krishna through the Navagraha Kindi. He also offered prayers to Sri Mukhyaprana…...

5+ day, 2+ min ago (265+ words) The dhwajarohan ceremony at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple is not merely the completion of a construction project; it signifies cultural renaissance and civilizational affirmation: Pawan Kalyan Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan on Tuesday said the 'dhwajarohan' (flag-hoisting) ceremony at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya represents a "cultural renaissance and civilisational affirmation". Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi ceremonially hoisted a saffron flag atop the Ram temple, marking the official completion of the shrine complex. "The dhwajarohan ceremony at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple is not merely the completion of a construction project; it signifies cultural renaissance and civilizational affirmation," Kalyan said in a post on 'X'. The actor-politician described the development as a "powerful awakening" aimed at reviving 'Bharateeyata' (Indianness). He urged people to take pride in their identity, reconnect with cultural…...

6+ day, 20+ hour ago (501+ words) Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan, the chief guest at the celebrations, recalled the divine glory of Sri Sathya Sai Baba and highlighted the humanitarian initiatives inspired by the spiritual master, particularly the large-scale drinking water projects that transformed lives across regions: Reports PUTTAPARTHI: Celebrations marking the birth centenary of Sri Sathya Sai Baba, styled as the Swarna Rathotsavam, were held with great devotion at the Sri Sathya Sai Hill View Stadium in Puttaparthi on Sunday. The event featured Vedic chanting and a special performance by renowned percussion maestro Shivamani, drawing thousands of devotees. Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan, the chief guest at the celebrations, recalled the divine glory of Sri Sathya Sai Baba and highlighted the humanitarian initiatives inspired by the spiritual master, particularly the large-scale drinking water projects that transformed lives across regions. He fondly remembered Baba's visit to the residence of former Tamil Nadu…...