Famous devotional commentator Garikapati Narasimha Rao expressed his anger over Prabhas’ latest movie ‘Kalki.’ He stated, “What is in the Mahabharata is different; what is shown in the movie is completely different. Ashwatthama saved Karna in the Mahabharata, but Karna never saved Ashwatthama.” It is noted that Garikapati has recently made sensational comments abou...
Uttarakhand’s Jyotir Math Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteswarananda Saraswati has refused to worship at the Ayodhya Temple, the birthplace of Lord Srirama, citing the temple’s incomplete construction as the reason for his decision. Recently, he initiated a Bharat Yatra from Ayodhya aimed at establishing the Godhwaja and has called on the Central Govt to frame and pass […]
The ‘Shanti Yagam’ will be performed in Tirumala on Monday in response to the desecration of the Tirumala Laddu Prasad. In the Yagashala at Viman Prakaram, the priests will begin the Shanti Yaga at 6 am, followed by Panchagavya Prokshana. Three Homa Gundas have been established for this purpose, with eight priests and three Agama […]
Recent concerns over the purity of the famed Laddu prasadam from Tirumala Hills, the sacred site of Lord Venkateswara Swamy, have not deterred devotees from purchasing the iconic sweet. Following lab reports revealing the presence of adulterated materials in the ingredients, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) board quickly reassured the public that the sanctity and purity of the prasadam r...
Devotees without SSD tokens will have to wait 8 hours to receive Sarvadarshan at Tirumala Temple, as 25 compartments are currently filled, according to the latest update from TTD. On September 21, the Tirumala Hundi reported an income of ₹3.68 crore. Also, on Saturday, at least 31,151 devotees underwent tonsuring, while a total of 82,406 […]
YSRCP chief and former CM YS Jagan’s residence in Tadepalli was besieged by BJP Yuva Morcha leaders on Saturday. They protested against the alleged desecration of Tirumala Laddu Prasad, expressing their anger over the hurt sentiments of Hindus due to actions by the previous government. The state police arrested several protesters, leading to a tense […]
One interesting fact is that the laddu is considered a form of prasadam, representing the blessings of Lord Venkateswara.
The Srivari Brahmotsavam is one of the most significant festivals celebrated at the Tirumala Tirupati temple, dedicated to Lord Venkateswara. The highlight is the daily “Rathotsavam” or chariot procession, where the idol of the deity is paraded through the streets in a beautifully decorated chariot. Devotees participate in various rituals, including offering ‘Vastram’ an...
The controversy surrounding the presence of animal fat in Tirupati Laddoos centers on the quality of ghee used for the prasadam.
As part of the preparations for Garudaseva on the 8th, two-wheelers will be banned on the ghat roads. This restriction will be in effect from 9 PM on the 7th until 6 AM on the 9th.
Culturally, the immersion is a vibrant display of devotion, showcasing colorful processions and festivities.
The celebrations also emphasize environmental consciousness, with efforts made to use eco-friendly materials for the idol.
Kedarnath Temple, located in the Himalayas of Uttarakhand, India, is a prominent Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva.
In compliance with a High Court order, permission for immersions in Hussainsagar has been denied.
The festival combines devotion, cultural expression, and community spirit, making it a vibrant and cherished occasion in Hindu tradition.