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Mahashivratri Brahmotsavams entered 5th day at Srisailam temple with thousands of devotees thronging the shrine for Lord Shiva’s darshan. Authorities arranged a special queue system, allowing only pilgrims carrying Irumudi to have touch darshan. Heavy rush caused delays for general devotees. Meanwhile, several donors stepped forward to distribute free meals.
A huge influx of devotees was witnessed at the Srisailam temple in AP’s Nandyal district on the third day of the Mahashivratri Brahmotsavam. Over 32,870 pilgrims had darshan by noon, including 14,280 who arrived on foot. With nearly 12,931 devotees availing touch darshan, waiting times stretched to four hours, prompting authorities to implement strict steps.
Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy will attend the Medaram Jatara today. During his visit, he will pray to goddesses Sammakka and Saralamma. He will perform special prayers at the altars and offer vows. As many devotees are expected, the police have made special security arrangements for his visit and a smooth conduct.
This year, Bheeshma Ekadashi will be observed nationwide today, January 29, honoring Lord Vishnu and the unwavering devotion of Bheeshma Pitamaha. According to the Mahabharata, Bheeshma recited the Vishnu Sahasranama while lying on a bed of arrows. Devotees believe that fasting on this sacred day cleanses past sins and helps seekers attain moksha.
This year, Bheeshma Ekadashi will be observed nationwide on January 29, honoring Lord Vishnu and the timeless devotion of Bheeshma Pitamaha. On this sacred day, Bheeshma recited the Vishnu Sahasranama while resting on a bed of arrows, as narrated in the Mahabharata. Devotees believe fasting on this Ekadashi cleanse past sins and lead seekers toward […]
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams has released the online tokens for Arjitha Seva tickets under the TTD Local Temples quota today at 10 am. Devotees can book for February 2026 through the official TTD website. The release aims to ensure transparent access, smooth crowd management, and fair opportunities for local temple devotees planning darshan well in advance.
Badarinath and Kedarnath Temple Committee announced that non-Hindus will not be allowed into 45 temples under its control. The committee said the decision aims to protect temple sanctity and follow ancient traditions properly. It added that strict steps will be taken. Opposition parties criticized the move, calling it a diversion tactic by the BJP government.
Srisailam temple in Nandyal district, AP, witnessed a huge influx of devotees over the consecutive holidays. Pilgrims from across states flocked to the temple town, with long queues forming since early morning. Sarva Darshan takes 5 hours, while quick darshan require three hours. Heavy traffic towards Hyderabad caused significant congestion.
Rathasaptami, celebrated on the seventh day of Magha Shuddha, marks the Sun God’s symbolic journey northward. Devotees rise early to offer prayers and milk to the Sun, believing it cleanses sins and illnesses from seven lifetimes. This auspicious day is associated with prosperity, health, and spiritual rejuvenation, making it a revered festival of light.
Tirumala witnessed an overwhelming rush of devotees on Ratha Saptami, with Sarva Darshan taking 20 hours to complete. Crowds stretched up to Shila Toranam as all compartments filled. On Saturday, 76,654 pilgrims visited, with 34,080 making offerings. TTD officials reported a hundi collection of ₹3.81 crore on Jan 24, reflecting the festival’s significance.
Ratha Saptami celebrations commenced in Tirumala early this morning with grand rituals and vibrant devotion. Lord Venkateswara is blessing devotees through seven vahanams across the day, from Suryaprabha and Garuda to Sarvabhupala. The hill shrine dazzled with decorations of 10 tons of natural flowers and 40,000 cut flowers, creating spiritual atmosphere.
Ratha Saptami celebrations began with spiritual fervor at Dwaraka Tirumala Temple in Eluru district of AP today. Devotees witnessed the Suryaprabha Vahana Seva in the morning, while Chandraprabha Vahana Seva is scheduled for the evening. Temple authorities ensured smooth arrangements as priests distributed prasadam, allowing pilgrims to participate peacefully.
Ratha Saptami was celebrated across southern states as devotees marked the Sun’s northward journey, signalling harvest hopes. Tirumala witnessed hugee footfall as pilgrims gathered for Lord Venkateswara’s darshan today. Heavy inflow of vehicles led to km-long queues at the Alipiri checkpoint, reflecting the festival’s spiritual significance across the region.
Koil Alwar Thirumanjanam will be observed today at Tiruchanur’s Padmavati Ammavari Temple ahead of Rath Saptami celebrations on Jan 25. As per tradition, the goddess will be awakened with auspicious chants, followed by ritual purification from 6:30 AM to 9 AM. Sanctum, temple corridors, ceilings, and sacred articles will be cleansed with holy water.
Koil Alwar Thirumanjanam will be observed tomorrow at Tiruchanur’s Padmavati Ammavari Temple ahead of Rath Saptami celebrations on Jan 25. As per tradition, the goddess will be awakened with auspicious chants, followed by ritual purification from 6:30 am to 9 am. Sanctum, temple corridors, ceilings, and sacred articles will be cleansed with holy water.