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Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple has closed after the Mandala Deeksha season, following the Mandala Puja. It will remain closed until December 29 and reopen on December 30 at 5 PM for the Makara Vilakku season. This year, 3,239,756 devotees visited the temple, an increase from last year’s 2,842,447, with large crowds expected during the Makara Vilakku […]
Devotees without SSD tokens will have to wait 20 hours to receive Sarvadarshan at Tirumala Temple, as all 32 compartments are currently filled, according to latest update from TTD. On December 26, the Tirumala Hundi reported an income of ₹4.18 crore. Also, on Thursday, a total of 59,564 devotees received Sarvadarshan at the temple.
The Sabarimala Ayyappa temple has closed, with temple officials stating that darshan was stopped after the completion of the mandala pujas. So far, 32.50 lakh devotees have visited Ayyappa Swamy. The temple will reopen on December 30, and the darshan of Makarajyoti will take place on Sabarimala Hill on January 14, 2025.
The TTD has made a key decision to cancel VIP darshans from January 10 to 19, 2025. This decision was made in light of the Vaikuntha Dwaradarshan to be provided to devotees on the occasion of Vaikuntha Ekadashi. During these 10 days, children, elderly people, disabled individuals, and NRIs will not be allowed darshan.
The Lord Ayyappa Temple located at Sabarimala, Kerala, is preparing for the Mandala Pooja today, marking the end of the first phase of the pilgrimage. The special ritual will be held by temple tantri Kandararu Rajeevaru between 12 pm to 12.30 pm. Keralites are expected to come in large numbers and NDRF teams were heavily […]
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has released ₹300 special entry darshan tickets for Vaikunta Dwara Darshan on Tuesday, December 24, at 11 AM. The Vaikunta Dwara Darshan will be available from January 10 to 19, 2025. Devotees can apply for these tickets online by visiting the official website at ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in.
AP govt officials conducted a demonstration on the use of artificial intelligence at Tirumala. A Hyderabad-based company showcased AI-based solutions for the allotment of darshan tickets. TTD Chairman and board members attended the program, where officials listened to the demo. TTD has invited suggestions to improve the darshan experience.
The Kerala govt has taken special measures to manage the influx of devotees for the Ayyappa Darshan at Sabarimala. Spot bookings will be available on Dec 25 and 26. The temple authorities have stated that 50,000 devotees will be allowed darshan on Dec 25 and 26. Also, only 5,000 people will be granted darshan through […]
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Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) administration has announced that its 2025 calendars and diaries are available for online purchase, bringing greater convenience to devotees across the world. TTD Chairman BR Naidu shared an update on social media mentioning the various calendar formats. Devotees interested in purchasing these items can place their orders through the official websites.
Devotees without SSD tokens will have to wait 14 hours to receive Sarvadarshan at Tirumala Temple, as 29 compartments are currently filled, according to latest update from TTD. On December 19, the Tirumala Hundi reported an income of ₹3.60 crore. Also, on Thursday, a total of 58,165 devotees received Sarvadarshan at the temple.
Devotees without SSD tokens will have to wait 11 hours to receive Sarvadarshan at Tirumala Temple, as 17 compartments are currently filled, according to latest update from TTD. On December 15, the Tirumala Hundi reported an income of ₹3.47 crore. Also, on Sunday, a total of 66,160 devotees received Sarvadarshan at the temple.
The auspicious Thiruppavai Seva will begin at the Tirumala Temple from Tuesday, Dec 17. Venugopala Dixitulu, the head priest of Tirumala, confirmed that Dhanurmasam has started today. He mentioned that during this period, the Thiruppavai will replace the Suprabhatam. Special functions for Lord Venkateswara will be held during Dhanurmasam.
Kannada star Upendra’s self-directed ‘UI’ will be released on Dec 20. When a fan asked Upendra whether he makes such films out of love for the country or out of anger, Upendra replied that the country and the body are the same. He explained that if the body is in good condition, there is love […]
Massive arrangements are being made for the Maha Kumbh Mela to be held in Prayagraj. The UP govt has stated that preparations are underway to accommodate around 45 crore devotees. UP Minister Dev Singh mentioned that 3 lakh saplings have been planted in Prayagraj. The mela is scheduled to take place from January 13 to […]