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Here are the silver prices per 1kg today in the top Indian cities. ★ Chennai – ₹2,90,000, ★ Mumbai – ₹2,75,000, ★ Delhi – ₹2,75,000, ★ Kolkata – ₹2,75,000, ★ HYD – ₹2,90,000, ★ Bangalore – ₹2,75,000, ★ Kerala – ₹2,90,000, ★ Pune – ₹2,75,000, ★ Ahmedabad – ₹2,75,000, ★ Jaipur – ₹2,75,000, ★ Lucknow […]
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams has revealed the online release of May 2026 Arjitha Seva tickets, including Kalyanotsavam, Unjal Seva, Arjitha Brahmotsavam and Sahasra Deepalankara Seva, bringing joy to devotees planning their tour to Tirumala. Bookings open at 10 AM today, Feb 21, while Virtual Seva slots go live at 3 PM on the TTD official portal.
Amalaki Ekadashi will be observed on February 27, 2026, during Phalgun Shukla Paksha. The Ekadashi tithi runs from 12:33 am to 10:32 pm, with Paran on February 28 morning. Devotees fast, worship Lord Vishnu, offer prayers to the Amla tree and Tulsi, apply sandalwood tilak, and perform conch abhisheka for spiritual merit.
At Tirumala temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, devotees are waiting in all 32 compartments for darshan today. Sarvadarshan without tokens currently takes around 11 hours. On Thursday, 57,682 devotees had darshan of Lord Venkateswara, and 27,020 offered tonsuring. The TTD reported a Hundi collection of ₹3.65 crore on the same day, Feb 19th.
AP Endowment Minister Anam Rama Narayana Reddy visited Sri Kalahasti Temple today on Maha Shivaratri, presenting silk robes to Lord Shiva on behalf of AP govt. Welcomed with a Poornakumbha, the sound of melatalas, and Vedic chants, the minister was greeted by temple officials. The temple premises were brimming with devotees who came to witness […]
On the sacred occasion of Maha Shivratri, Lord Shiva temples across the country, including the Telugu states, are witnessing huge gatherings of devotees from early morning. The chants of ‘Om Namah Shivaya’ echo through temple premises as priests perform Rudrabhishekams and special pujas. An even larger surge of devotees anticipated during the evening hours.
Maha Shivaratri is being observed nationwide with deep devotion, fasting, and charity. The day commemorates Lord Shiva’s manifestation as the sacred Linga. Temples host special pujas and Rudrabhishekams, while devotees remain awake through the night chanting ‘Om Namah Shivaya.’ Observers believe sincere fasting on this auspicious occasion cleanse sins.
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.