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Sabarimala women entry issue resurfaces following ex-TDB chief's allegations

Alleged disclosures by former Travancore Devaswom Board president A Padmakumar have reignited the Sabarimala women's entry controversy. Reports suggest Padmakumar claimed he and a senior police officer were deliberately kept away from the temple premises on the day two women entered. He reportedly alleged a highly influential person orchestrated this.…

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Do You Know the Secrets Behind These Famous Temple Prasads?

India is a land of devotion, where every temple tells a story. While the towering spires and intricate carvings capture the eye, it is the prasad the blessed food offered to the deity that captures the heart. These sacred offerings are more than food; they are symbols of love, faith,…

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Surendran flays LDF govt’s refusal to withdraw cases against Sabarimala protesters

The Pinarayi government’s refusal to withdraw cases against Sabarimala protesters even when all cases against CAA protesters were withdrawn, just goes to show the government’s double standards and bias, BJP State president, K. Surendran, has said.

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Budget sets aside ₹27.60 crore for Sabarimala

In keeping with its liberal approach towards the development of Sabarimala, the State budget has set aside ₹27.6 crore for undertaking activities related to the Sabarimala Master Plan

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Kerala Minister’s remark on Sabarimala pilgrims kicks up a row

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Pilgrim vehicle from Tamil Nadu overturns at Nilackal, 13 injured

13 Sabarimala pilgrims injured in mini bus accident in Pathanamthitta, 2 critically. Police regulating entry of vehicles to ease rush.

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Eshwarappa urges PM Modi to take over Sabarimala temple in Kerala

Former Minister K.S. Eshwarappa demands Central government takeover of Sabarimala temple due to lack of basic amenities for devotees.

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Kerala govt’s work to achieve zero road deaths during Sabarimala pilgrimage gets praise

A project for Sabarimala pilgrims during the Makaravilakku festival designed by the Kerala government’s Motor Vehicle Department was recognised among the top interventions from across the country for improving road safety

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Kerala Khadi to make official debut abroad this week

Kerala Khadi products to debut abroad at 'Keralotsavam' in Dubai. Khadi Board VP Jayarajan says sales expected to reach ₹150 crore this year. Board launching kits for Sabarimala pilgrims, Christmas/New Year rebate sales. Issues with online sales now sorted, Khadi products available on Flipkart. Steps taken to ensure only genuine…

The Hindu

P.S. Prasanth takes charge as TDB president

Says his priority is to ensure a smooth conduct of the annual Mandalam-Makaravilakku pilgrimage at Sabarimala

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Forest dept. launches app to assist Sabarimala pilgrims

App provides info on services, etiquette, temple, sanctuary, emergency helpline & warnings. Available in 5 languages, works online & offline. Minister AK Saseendran unveiled app.

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Devaswom Minister directs to strengthen road safety of Sabarimala pilgrims

Minister also directs for establishment of a safety checkpoint at Kanamala to provide road safety instructions to vehicles arriving from other States

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Police personnel on Sabarimala duty need not be on their feet constantly

Kottayam Police Chief K. Karthik has allowed police personnel on Sabarimala duty to take a seat during their shifts. This decision comes as a relief for officers who often stand for long hours with minimal access to basic necessities. Traders and voluntary organisations have been requested to provide chairs at…

The Hindu

Guard shoving Sabarimala devotees: Kerala HC orders action

KOCHI: The body language and facial expression of the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) guard while shoving Sabarimala pilgrims in front of the ‘Sreekovil’ should be deprecated in the strongest words, the Kerala High Court said in an order on Monday. The court added that action should be taken against the…

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Travancore Devaswom Board’s drive to develop Sabarimala gets push from Malaysia

Malaysia Ayyappa Seva Sangam has evinced interest in funding restoration of one of the guesthouses on the hillock

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Sabarimala road maintenance to be completed before October 15

A huge turnout of pilgrims expected this time during the Mandala-Makaravilakku festival season

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Sabarimala to be equipped to handle more pilgrims this year

Pilgrimage will follow green protocol

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Kerala govt. transfers Sabarimala virtual queue system to TDB

Move in compliance with High Court order; Kerala Police will vet visitors and manage pilgrim inflow

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SC order on ESZ casts uncertainty over Sabarimala master plan

TDB to approach State, Centre seeking exemption for works

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Sabarimala projects: SC order leads to uncertainty

KOTTAYAM: The Supreme Court order declaring a 1km eco-sensitive zone (ESZ) around protected forests has created uncertainty over development projects in Sabarimala, especially the development of Nilackal as a base camp of the Sabarimala temple, which comes under the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB).

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Sabarimala temple opens for Medam-Vishu puja

‘Vishukani’ darshan on Friday morning

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Ensure road safety norms: Kerala HC to officials

KOCHI: The high court has directed for taking steps to ensure road safety after noticing recent accidents involving Sabarimala pilgrims.

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