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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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TTD presents ‘Silk Vastrams’ to Kolhapur temple

Tirumala TTD presented 'Silk Vastrams' to the temple of goddess Maha Lakshmi in Kolhapur, Maharashtra in connection with Navaratri festival. Parpatyadar Mr. Tulasi Prasad, TTD board member Milind Keshav Narvekar, and LAC President Rajesh Kumar Sharma were present.

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Centre of excellence for indigenous cattle to be jointly set-up by NDDB and TTD

Tirumala TTD Exec. Officer A.V. Dharma Reddy said NDDB & TTD will jointly set-up Centre of Excellence for development & genetic improvement of indigenous cattle. Funds provided under Rashtriya Gokul mission. Centre to focus on advanced reproductive methods & supply cow milk & ghee to temples. NDDB to provide financial…

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Malayappa rides Chinna Sesha Vahanam on second day of Navaratri Brahmotsavams

On Mon., 2nd day of Navaratri Brahmotsavams, 'Chinna Sesha Vahanam' procession marked TIRUMALA fervor. Lord Malayappa atop golden 'vahanam' as Lord Badri Narayana was taken out in grand procession. Festivities ended with 'Hamsa Vahanam'. 60,659 pilgrims had darshan of presiding deity. TTD IT Dept. designed vehicle pass mgmt. sys. &…

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‘Ankurarpanam’ performed for Navaratri Brahmotsavams at Tirumala

‘Ankurarpanam’ has been performed for Navaratri Brahmotsavams at Tirumala. The TTD has made elaborate arrangements for the convenience of devotees during the nine-day festival commencing October 15 amid expectations of heavy turnout of pilgrims.

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TTD advances the time of procession of ‘Garuda Seva’

TTD has advanced Garuda Seva procession by half an hour to 6.30pm due to sunset at 6.15pm on October 19. Meeting with agama pundits and temple priests held to ensure devotees' interest.

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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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SVVU Vice-Chancellor takes charge

Tirupati Rani Sadasiva Murty formally took charge as Vice-Chancellor of SVVU. Appointment made by Governor S. Abdul Nazeer, on request of TTD. Varsity formed in 2006, UGC recognised. Focus on academic, research & publication activities, esp. digitisation of manuscripts. Registrar, Dean, Finance Officer & PRO present.

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Decision on 1% TTD funds to civic body faces stiff resistance

Political parties take issue with TTD's decision to give 1% of its budget to MCT for civic amenities. Retired bureaucrat I.Y.R. Krishna Rao questions if MCT will share revenue with TTD. BJP's G. Bhanuprakash Reddy criticizes TTD board for being puppet of govt. Congress' P. Naveen Kumar Reddy slams MCT…

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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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3 Top Nasdaq Stocks to Add to Your Portfolio in October

Amidst recent Nasdaq turbulence, savvy investors should keep an eye on three top-performing stocks - CrowdStrike, T-Mobile, and The Trade Desk - that look poised for potential growth.

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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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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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TTD to distribute Gita books to students; plans to build choultries every 25 km on the way to Tirumala

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Chairman Bhumana Karunakar Reddy on Thursday said copies of the Bhagavad Gita in Tamil, Hindi, Kannada and English will be distributed among students

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TTD bus stolen from Tirumala Hills found 100 km away at Naidupeta in Andhra Pradesh

The theft of an electric bus being operated by the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) for ferrying the devotees free of cost on Sunday exposed the chinks in the temple town’s security armour. The incident happened when the annual Brahmotsavams are under way at Tirumala in view of which a huge…

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Lakhs witness Garuda Seva procession at Tirumala amid thunderous chants of ‘Govinda, Govinda’

Lakhs of devotees flock to Tirumala for Garuda Seva. Police, ambulances, food, water, passes provided. Trekking routes abuzz with pilgrims. Devotees witness procession of deity adorned with jewels. Police, traffic restrictions cause inconvenience. Feeder channels set up for late-arriving pilgrims.

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Tirumala Brahmotsavam | Fervour marks procession of Kalpa Vruksha Vahanam

On Thursday, Lord Malayappa was taken out on the golden 'Kalpa Vruksha' Vahanam in a grand procession with thousands of devotees. Garlands were presented by TTD Executive Officer and temple authorities from Srivilliputtur in Tamil Nadu. Hindu Dharmarta Samithi donated 11 temple umbrellas which were taken around the town before…

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TTD chairman Karunakar Reddy keen on implementing VIP break for ‘Govindakoti’ writers

TTD chairman Bhumana Karunakar Reddy's 'Govindakoti' project aims to promote Sanatana Dharmic values among youth. He recently resolved to offer VIP break darshan to those writing 'Govindakoti', a slight adaptation of the ancient practice of writing 'Ramakoti'. He believes incentivising youth towards Dharmic activities will help retain them.

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Procession of ‘Chinna Sesha’ marks second day of annual Brahmotsavams

TTD's annual Brahmotsavams 2nd day saw Lord Malayappa Swamy taken around Mada streets on golden 'Chinna Sesha' vahanam. 217 artistes from diff. states presented captivating performances. 'Snapana Thirumanjanam' was performed at Ranganayakula Mandapam. TTD released 3 books & festivities concluded with Hamsa vahanam procession.

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Sixth leopard captured on Alipiri-Tirumala footpath in Andhra Pradesh

Tirumala: 6th leopard trapped on Alipiri-Tirumala foot path. Trap set-up near temple where 6-yr-old girl was mauled. Leopards to be shipped to Tirupati Zoo for tests. 'Operation Leopard' to continue till last wild beast is trapped.

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Andhra Pradesh government under fire as TTD funds allegedly go for Collectorate maintenance

Tirupati district Collectorate seeks funds from TTD exchequer for building maintenance, sparking political debate. BJP & Congress demand withdrawal & CAG audit into TTD's spending over 4 yrs. CM Jagan to visit Tirupati to participate in Tirumala Brahmotsavam.

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Three ambulances donated to Tirumala temple

SBI CGM Naveen Chandra Jha donates three ambulances to Lord Venkateswara's temple. He handed the keys to TTD Executive Officer A.V. Dharma Reddy, with SBI DGM Varadarajulu present.

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Tirumala spruced up for annual Brahmotsavams of Lord Venkateswara

Tirumala gears up for two Brahmotsavams with elaborate arrangements for pilgrims. Accommodation will be provided on a first-come-first-serve basis, with priority for cottage donors. Garuda Seva day will see heavy restrictions, special entry points for processions. Over 3,000 police personnel, Srivari seva volunteers, scouts and guides will be deployed for…

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