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Hyderabad police have deployed more than 1,500 personnel ahead of the Ram Navami Shobha Yatra scheduled for March 27 to ensure law and order. The force will manage traffic, crowd control and security along the procession route. Authorities have issued guidelines for devotees’ safety and urged cooperation during the festive event.
The sacred Sitarama Kalyanam will be celebrated tomorrow at the Sri Sitaramachandra Swamy Temple. The Telangana govt has implemented extensive arrangements to manage the expected crowds smoothly. Also, ₹351 crore has been sanctioned for the temple’s first-phase development, while authorities have ensured facilities are in place for a comfortable experience.
The Tirumala Temple drew a huge crowd today, with around 73,411 devotees seeking darshan of Lord Balaji on March 25. Those without tokens faced waits of up to 7 hours across all 29 compartments. On Wednesday, 30,474 devotees offered tonsuring, while the TTD also reported a hundi collection of ₹4.43 crore, showcasing unwavering faith and […]
Gold prices in Hyderabad’s bullion market saw a slight uptick today. The rate for 10 grams of 24-carat gold rose by ₹220 to ₹1,46,890, while 22-carat gold increased by ₹200 to ₹1,34,650. Silver prices remained steady at ₹2,60,000 per kg. Similar trends were observed across top cities in AP and Telangana, reflecting a stable yet […]
Bammera Pothana Jayanti will be celebrated tomorrow, March 27, as part of the Brahmotsavams at Kodandarama Temple in Ontimitta, AP. The festivities include a poet symposium highlighting works from the Bhagavatam, such as Gajendra Moksha, Vamana Charitra, and Prahlada’s story. Literary scholars will also deliver religious lectures, making it a day of devotion.
As Sri Ram Navami approaches, unmarried individuals observe a unique tradition believed to bring marriage luck. In earlier times, weddings were not scheduled until after Lord Rama’s marriage ceremonies. Placing Ramayya Kalyana Talambras on the heads of unmarried young men and women is thought to accelerate marriage prospects, and it continues to inspire hope.
Hyderabad is gearing up for Sri Rama Navami celebrations tomorrow, with grand Sitarama shobha yatra planned from Sitaram Bagh and Akashpuri to the Hanuman Temple. Temples will host sacred wedding rituals of Sita and Rama as chants of Jai Shri Ram echo across the city. HYD police have enforced strict traffic restrictions to ensure smooth […]
The Sriramanavami Brahmotsavams commenced at AP’s Ontimitta Kodandarama Temple with the sacred Ankurarpana ritual. Early morning Suprabhatam at 4 am was followed by elaborate decorations and special archana for the presiding deities. The festivities will continue with a flag hoisting ceremony on March 27 at 9:30 am, along with Potana Jayanti for the evening.
Ram Navami, the Hindu festival celebrating Lord Rama’s birth, falls on March 26, 2026 according to the lunar calendar (Navami tithi) and may extend into March 27. It’s marked by fasting, puja, and preparing traditional vegetarian dishes like sooji halwa, puri, sabudana kheer, panakam drink and other sattvic foods offered as bhog and prasad.
The Tirumala Temple drew a huge crowd today, with around 78,483 devotees seeking darshan of Lord Balaji on March 24. Those without tokens faced waits of up to 13 hours across all 32 compartments. On Tuesday, 25,451 devotees offered tonsuring, while the TTD reported a hundi collection of ₹4.46 crore, showcasing unwavering faith and devotion.
On the seventh day of Chaitra Navratri, devotees thronged temples to honor Goddess Kaalratri, a fierce form of Goddess Durga. Worshippers offered early morning prayers seeking her blessings to destroy darkness, remove fears, and overcome obstacles. Temples were bustling with spiritual energy as people performed rituals and devotionally celebrated her power.
As part of the grand Ontimitta Kodandarama Brahmotsavam, the temple celebrates a vibrant turmeric pouring ceremony today, marking the beginning of wedding preparations. Early morning rituals include special pujas where turmeric cones, rolls, and rokals are placed at the Lord’s feet. Later, devotees participate in the symbolic crushing of turmeric.
The celestial wedding of Sita and Rama at the Kodandarama Temple in AP’s Kadapa is regarded as the most sacred event of the Brahmotsavams, drawing devotees from multiple states. To manage crowds smoothly, TTD has arranged queue lines stretching to the Kalyana Vedika, ensuring orderly movement while also protecting pilgrims from heat and traffic inconvenience.
The Tirumala Temple drew a huge crowd today, with around 81,483 devotees seeking darshan of Lord Balaji on March 23. Those without tokens faced waits of up to 13 hours across all 32 compartments. On Monday, 30,777 devotees offered tonsuring, while the TTD reported a hundi collection of ₹5.12 crore, showcasing unwavering faith and devotion.
The BCCI has named a 15-member Indian Women’s T20 squad for the upcoming 5-match series against South Africa, with Harmanpreet Kaur appointed as captain. The squad: Harmanpreet (C), Smriti Mandhana, Shefali, Jemimah, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh, Arundhati, Renuka Thakur, Kranthi Goud, Sricharani, Shreyanka, Kashvi Gautam, Bharathi Fulmali, Uma Chhetri, Anushka.