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Steps taken to fulfil licence conditions at Shivamogga airport, says B.Y. Raghavendra

Lok Sabha MP B.Y. Raghavendra said Shivamogga Airport's licence expires Nov 28 & steps taken to renew. A meeting held in Bengaluru to speed up process. Night landing facilities to be completed in 2 months & new routes to Tirupati, Goa & Hyderabad to be operational by Nov 22. Consultations…

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The unexplored relics of Rayalaseema

Rayalaseema’s megalithic sites reveal a rich history, neglected by govt & locals. Pillared dolmen & stone circles in Tirupati, 'Devara Yeddhu' in Palem, 'Veerla Baaduva Bavi' in Mydukur & 'Hero stone' in Puttakanuma are relics of cherished heritage, awaiting exploration.

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Bhuvaneswari asks Telugu Desam cadres to stay strong and resilient in times of adversity

Bhuvaneswari asks Telugu Desam cadres to stay strong and resilient in times of adversity. Andhra Pradesh deteriorated from being the ‘Sunrise State’ in 2014 to a State with highest number of arrests, fake cases and political harassment, Bhuvaneswari says, and exudes confidence that truth will ultimately prevail.

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Chandrababu Naidu arrest | Nara Bhuvaneswari begins ‘Nijam Gelavali’ yatra in Tirupati

Chandrababu Naidu’s wife Nara Bhuvaneswari will tour Tirupati Chandragiri and Srikalahasti constituencies of Tirupati district during the current phase. Similarly, she will visit party followers in constituencies of every district across the State.

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Nara Bhuvaneswari to begin Nijam Gelavali Yatra at Naravaripalle on October 25

Nara Bhuvaneswari is set to embark on Nijam Gelavali Yatra from Naravaripalle in Chandragiri Assembly constituency of Tirupati district on October 25

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Centre is pro-poor, says Union Minister Giriraj Singh

Union Minister Giriraj Singh reviews welfare programs in Tirupati. He discussed issues with state officials, such as re-survey of villages, drone flying, land reforms, NREGS, watershed management, dairy development, and housing programs. Central Govt. aims to ensure accuracy in data and has taken up 370 projects under watershed scheme.

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TTD chairman launches helicopter joyrides in Tirupati

Tirupati Devasthanams chairman Bhumana Karunakar Reddy launched helicopter joyrides in the temple city, with Chennai-based Aero Don Chopper Private Limited providing services to denizens and devotees. Air-ambulance services will also be available. Dr. S. Shankar and MD Selva Kumar thanked TTD chairman and legislator for promoting heli-rides linked tourism. More…

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Shivamogga airport to soon start flights to three new destinations

Bengaluru's Shivamogga airport, operational since Aug 31, will add direct flights to Goa, Tirupati & Hyderabad. Star Air, a regional airline, will start flights from Oct 29. Indigo operates daily flights between Bengaluru & Shivamogga. Airport built at ₹449.22 crore, expected to improve connectivity to Malnad region & tourist destinations.

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‘Astronomical Telescope Making’ workshop held in Tirupati

RSC Tirupati held a one-day workshop on telescope making to mark APJ Abdul Kalam's birth anniversary. Students and teachers from private schools built 50mm and 70mm refractor telescopes from scrap and were trained to upgrade and maintain them.

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TNSTC to operate additional buses from Vellore, Tirupattur to Tirupati for Brahmotsavam

TNSTC to operate 31 add'l buses from Vellore, Tirupattur to Tirupati for Brahmotsavam. 25 buses from Vellore, 6 from Tirupattur. 15 regular buses from new bus terminus in Vellore. Special buses from CMBT, Koyembedu to Vellore, Hosur, Tirupattur, Dharmapuri on weekends/Mondays. Special squads to monitor smooth operation.

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Tirupati gets double-decker bus for its city commuters

Tirupati introduces double-decker bus for city commuters, flagged off by MLA & TTD Chairman. Bus procured by MCT from Switch Mobility, costing ₹2 crore, with AC & 65 seating capacity.

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BJP opposes TTD decision to spend 1% of funds on Tirupati development

BJP objects to TTD's decision to spend 1% of budget on Tirupati devpt; says it's hurting Hindu sentiments & turning temple into money spinner.

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Indian Hotels ties up with HHH Foundation to impart hospitality training to rural youth

IHCL, in partnership with HHH Foundation, has launched a project to train up to 1 lakh rural youth in hospitality and retail sectors by 2030. Taj Tirupati's skill centre is unique as it runs entirely within the hotel. The beneficiaries are mostly Intermediate pass-outs or college dropouts. The programme will…

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TTD resolves to spend 1% of its annual budget on development of Tirupati town

TTD board resolves to spend 1% of budget on Tirupati dev. activities. Approved construction of shelter, 4-lane roads, footpaths, drains, street lights, queue lines, expansion of subway, IIT experts to check longevity of temples, parking lots, mid-day meals, salary hike for health workers, and compensation for employees.

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Puratasi month brings a flood of devotees to Vaishnavite temples in Chittoor district

Devotees thronged Vaishnavite temples in Chittoor district on Saturday for the auspicious 'Puratasi' month dedicated to Lord Venkateswara of Tirumala. Pilgrims walked hundreds of kilometres to Tirupati, while locals served food and women offered special prayers. TTD provided rest facilities and the temples of Lord Venkateswara were abuzz with devotees.

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NCC cadets from Tirupati group bag medals in sainik camp competitions, given rousing welcome

Tirupati NCC cadets returned home to a hero's welcome after winning 13 medals (2 gold, 4 silver, 7 bronze) at All India Thal Sainik Camp in New Delhi. Mayor R. Sireesha Yadav organised a rousing reception to celebrate their success.

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Roja advises women to ignore criticism, take obstacles head-on

Minister R.K. Roja urged women to ignore criticism and take obstacles head-on to rise in their chosen fields. She recalled her own journey from Bhakarapeta village to Tirupati and success in film and politics. Roja criticized lewd comments on women and parents for relegating girls to home. Mayor R. Sireesha…

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A.P. CM Jagan lays foundation stone for slew of projects worth over ₹3,000 crore

CM Jagan Mohan Reddy virtually launched industrial units in Tirupati & Sri City, providing employment to 1,050 & 250 persons respectively. He also inaugurated a Banana Processing Cluster in YSR district & laid foundation stones for 6 units in Anantapur, Sri Satya Sai, Bapatla, Srikakulam & East Godavari districts, providing…

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Sarannavaratri Utsavam at Kapileswara Swamy temple from Oct. 15

Tirupati's Sri Kapileswara Swamy temple complex to host Sri Kamakshi Ammavari Sarannavaratri Utsavam from Oct 15-23. Koil Alwar Tirumanjanam, Ankurarpanam & cultural programmes to be held. Devotee couple donated 16 kg silver ornaments worth ₹14 lakh to temple.

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Ancient Mandapam at Alipiri to be rebuilt with ₹1.36 cr

Tirupati's Alipiri Mandapam to be renovated at Rs.1.36 crore. TTD Exec. Officer A.V. Dharma Reddy & Joint Exec. Officer V. Veerabrahmam inspected the 16th century structure. Wall behind collapsed, so fence installed. Parveta Mandapam atop Tirumala hills rebuilt, but faced criticism. TTD warns netizens against baseless allegations.

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Chennai toddler abducted from Tirupati bus station rescued in ten hours

Tirupati police rescue a two-year-old boy from Chennai who was abducted from APSRTC bus station. SP Parameswara Reddy handed him to his parents and appealed to public to alert police if suspicious persons were seen in public places.

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YSRCP government in Andhra Pradesh is intolerant to criticism, allege opposition parties

Leaders of the opposition parties, during an all-party rally in Tirupati on October 3 (Tuesday), squarely blamed the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) government for being ‘intolerant’ to the criticisms and treating them in a ‘high-handed manner’.

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Maharashtra man arrested for ‘stealing’ TTD bus in Tirumala

The Tirumala crime police have arrested a man for his alleged involvement in the theft of an electric bus belonging to the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) that gives free rides to pilgrims. The ignition key of the bus was recovered from the accused.

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Relaxations on trekking subject to nod from forest officials, says TTD Chairman

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Chairman B. Karunakar Reddy said that the Board was willing to relax the restrictions imposed on devotees trekking up to the temple along with children below 12 years of age once the forest and wildlife authorities confirm that there was no threat from wild animals.

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TTD’s cardiac hospital for children bags award

TTD-run Sri Padmavati Children’s Heart Centre in Tirupati has been declared ‘Best Paediatric Cardiac Centre in Andhra Pradesh’, receiving ‘Pride of Nation’ award. Director Dr. N. Srinath Reddy received award from Telangana Governor. The Centre, opened in 2021, has performed 1910 life-saving heart surgeries on children from India and Bangladesh.

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