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During the month of Kartika, many devotees perform Deeparadhana, lighting lamps as part of their worship. According to Hindu Puranas, it is believed that lighting lamps in Shiva and Vishnu temples can help remove financial difficulties. Devotees traditionally place lamps in three key locations: near the entrance gate of the Gopura, near Nandishwar, and in […]
The auspicious Garudaseva will be held at the Tirumala on Monday, in celebration of the Kartika Purnima. Between 7 and 9 pm, Srimalayappa Swami, adorned with all his ornaments, will parade through the Mada Streets of Tirumala on Garuda, offering darshan to the devotees. Also, the popular Annabhishekam event will be held on a grand […]
The auspicious Kartika Purnima has arrived in both Telugu states, drawing thousands of devotees to temples, particularly those dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Devotees are lighting lamps in the sacred Krishna and Godavari rivers, and special pujas are being performed across various temples. There is a significant rush at the Pancharama Kshetras as […]
Preparations are underway for the first Tilakostav at Ram Mandir, Ayodhya, on Nov 18. Around 251 devotees from Nepal’s Janakpur, Sita’s birthplace, will bring tilak and gifts for the Ram Lalla idol. This ceremony follows the consecration of the temple. Afterward, seers from Ayodhya will visit Janakpur for Lord Ram and Sita’s “marriage” on Nov […]
The govt of AP has recently announced the new governing body of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams, with TV5 channel head Bollineni Rajagopal Naidu appointed as the TTD Chairman. In this context, the new governing body will hold its first meeting on Nov 18. The meeting is scheduled to begin at Annamayya Bhavan in Tirumala. TTD […]
Devuthani Ekadashi, observed on the second Ekadashi of Kartik’s Shukla Paksha, celebrates the awakening of Lord Vishnu after his four-month rest. This year, the timing spans from November 11 at 6:46 pm to November 12 at 4:04 pm. The fast will be observed on November 12, and the Parana (fast-breaking) will take place on November […]
Devotees without SSD tokens will have to wait 20 hours to receive Sarvadarshan at Tirumala Temple, as all 26 compartments are currently filled, according to the latest update from TTD. On November 8, the Tirumala Hundi reported an income of ₹3.49 crore. Also, on Friday, at least 25,324 devotees underwent tonsuring, while a total of […]
The auspicious Pushpayaga Mahotsavam will be held on Saturday at the Tirumala Temple. In preparation for the event, TTD priests performed the Ankurarpanam on Friday. The Snapana Thirumanjanam for the Utsavamurthys will take place from 9 am to 11 am, followed by the Pushpayagam ceremony from 1 pm to 5 pm. As part of the […]
The month of Kartika is traditionally marked by pujas, vratas, and the lighting of lamps. Since 2012, Bhakti Television has been hosting the auspicious Koti Dipotsavam program. This year, the Koti Dipotsavam will be celebrated for 17 days at NTR Stadium in the Domalguda area of Hyderabad, starting today. Devotees are eagerly looking forward to […]
Karthika Month holds special significance in Hinduism, particularly for devotees of Lord Shiva. During this month, visiting the 12 Jyotirlinga temples is considered highly auspicious. These temples, scattered across India, are dedicated to different manifestations of Lord Shiva. Pilgrims believe that worshipping at these sacred shrines during Karthika month can bring divine blessings.
The newly appointed Chairman of TTD, Bollineni Rajagopal Naidu, stated his commitment to protecting the sacred Tirumala. In his first review meeting after assuming office, he was joined by new members of the TTD Governing Body. He announced that a vigilance inquiry would be conducted into the use of Srivani’s funds and assured strict action […]
Nagula Chavithi honors serpent deities and is observed with devotion through prayers and rituals. The festival venerates various serpent deities like Ananta, Vasuki, and Takshaka, each representing unique aspects of protection, wisdom, and spiritual strength. Devotees create clay idols, offer milk, and perform poojas to seek blessings for prosperity and safeguard against evil.
Nagula Chavithi, celebrated in both Telugu states today, November 5, is dedicated to honoring Nagadevatas. Observed on the fifth day after Diwali, it involves rituals such as offering prayers, lighting lamps, and preparing special dishes to seek blessings for protection against evil and prosperity. Devotees often create clay idols of serpents and perform poojas at […]
Bollineni Rajagopal Naidu, newly elected Chairman of the 54th TTD Governing Body, is set to arrive in Tirupati today. He will land at Renigunta Airport at 10:30 AM and travel by road to Punepalli. After a brief rest in Tiruchanur, he plans to head to Tirumala at 2 PM. Rajagopal will stay overnight at the […]
Chhath Puja, starting November 5, is a significant Hindu festival celebrated with rituals and fasting. Astrologer Pandit Nandkishore Mudgal emphasizes key practices: avoid shaving, refrain from tamasic foods, sleep on the floor, wear new and bright clothes, and use an earthen stove for cooking. Adhering to these guidelines is believed to foster positivity during this […]