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Mallikarjuna Swamy Brahmotsavams at Komuravelli in Siddipet district begin today. The festivities commence on the first Sunday after Sankranti and conclude on the Sunday preceding Ugadi. Thousands of devotees arrive with bonalu to offer prayers to the Lord and Goddess, perform ceremonial weddings, and fulfill long-held vows with devotion.
Mallikarjuna Swamy Brahmotsavams at Komuravelli in Siddipet district begin today. The festivities commence on the first Sunday after Sankranti and conclude on the Sunday preceding Ugadi. Thousands of devotees arrive with bonalu to offer prayers to the Lord and Goddess, perform ceremonial weddings, and fulfill long-held vows with devotion.
Mauni Amavasya, observed on Pushya Bahula Amavasya after the sacred Uttarayana period, holds deep importance. On this day, saints, ascetics, and devotees practice intense sadhana while maintaining silence. Especially in North India, observing silence is a long-standing tradition symbolizing self-control and inner awakening.
At Tirumala temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, devotees are waiting in all 32 compartments for darshan today. Sarvadarshan without tokens currently takes around 22 hours. On Friday, 78,733 devotees had darshan of Lord Venkateswara, and 31,146 offered tonsuring. The TTD reported a Hundi collection of ₹3.41 crore on the same day, Jan 16th.
Mauni Amavasya, observed on January 18, 2026, is considered highly auspicious for spiritual cleansing. Devotees are advised to bathe in a river before sunrise, with Triveni Sangam bath believed to grant immense merit. Offering rituals for ancestors helps relieve Pitru Dosha, while lighting a sesame-oil lamp under a Ravi tree is said to pacify Shani […]
Mukkanuma, observed on the fourth day of Sankranti, holds special cultural significance. After 3 days of strictly vegetarian meals, people traditionally prepare and relish a variety of non-vegetarian dishes on this day. The practice reflects a scientific and dietary principle, allowing the body to detox during the initial days before consuming heavier foods.
AP CM Chandrababu highlighted the grand arrangements for the Prabhala Theertham ceremony being organized at Jagganna Thota in Ambedkar Konaseema district. In a post, he assured devotees of all necessary facilities and recalled that the 476-year-old Jaggannathota Prabhala Theertham has been accorded official state festival status.
The consecutive Sankranti holidays have triggered a huge surge of devotees at Tirumala, with all-day darshan queues stretching up to Krishna Teja Guest House. Accommodation shortages have forced some pilgrims to rest in lockers, while footpath congestion adds to the challenge. The TTD is actively coordinating arrangements to minimize hardships for devotees.
Spiritual fervor fills Srisailam as the Makar Sankranti Brahmotsavams enter their fifth day in grand splendor today. Devotees are drawn to the divine spectacle of Mallikarjuna and Bhramaramba blessing devotees atop the Ravana Vahanam. Echoes of auspicious music, rhythmic dances, and devotional chants create an atmosphere of sacred celebration.
Tirumala will witness grand celebrations of Srivari Parveta Utsavam on Kanuma, Jan 16, alongside the sacred Godadevi Parinayotsavam. Goddess Andal will take her garlands in a ceremonial procession from Peddajiyar Math to Srivari temple early in the morning. Later at 1 pm, Malayappa Swamy and Sri Krishna Swamy will grace the Parveta Mandapam for festivities.
HIT TV warmly wishes its viewers a joyous Sankranti! Celebrated with vibrant floral decorations, gobbemma art, and the soulful melodies of Haridas, the festival showcases India’s rich heritage. As sacred flames rise, may they cleanse negativity and usher in hope, prosperity, and happiness. HIT TV hopes every home is filled with festive cheer this season.
The 4th day of the Makar Sankranti Brahmotsavam will be celebrated with splendor at Srisailam in the Nandyal district of AP. As part of the festivities, special pujas will be held on the sacred Nandi Vahana in the evening. Temple authorities announced that vibrant village processions will fill the streets, followed by nighttime Brahmotsavam for […]
Sri Godadevi Kalyanam, celebrated on Bhogi festival day, holds immense religious and cultural significance in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. It symbolizes the divine marriage of Goddess Godadevi, invoking prosperity, happiness, and marital bliss for devotees. The day is marked with rituals, decorations, and offerings, reflecting the deep connection.
➢Andhra Pradesh & Telangana: Bhogi & Sankranti➢Tamil Nadu & Puducherry: Pongal➢Karnataka: Sankranti, & Suggi Habba➢Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Odisha & Goa: Makar Sankranti➢Gujarat: Uttarayan➢Punjab & Haryana: Maghi➢Assam: Magh Bihu➢West Bengal & Sikkim: Poush Sankranti
At Tirumala temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, devotees are waiting in 4 compartments for darshan today. Sarvadarshan without tokens currently takes around 4 hours. On Tuesday, 73,014 devotees had darshan of Lord Venkateswara, and 19,639 offered tonsuring. The TTD reported a Hundi collection of ₹4.27 crore on the same day, Jan 13th.