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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.

The Hindu

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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Vande Bharat train cleaned under ‘14-minute miracle’ in Tirupati

The Secunderabad-Tirupati Vande-Bharat Express train was cleaned in 14 minutes. Led by officials, many employees participated in the '14-minute miracle' cleaning programme. MP M. Gurumoorthy and Deputy Mayor B. Abhinay Reddy later took part in the 'Swachhata Hi Seva' programme at the railway quarters.

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AP Chambers brief DRM on suggestions to improve Vijayawada railway station

AP Chambers recommends introducing Vande Bharat Express from Vijayawada to Bengaluru via Tirupati. Request to reduce travel time from 6 hrs 40 mins to 4 hrs 30 mins. Suggestion to decongest Vijayawada station by increasing platforms and developing Gunadala and Rayanapadu as satellite stations.

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CID organises awareness programme on rights of Scheduled Tribes

CID police of Tirupati district organised awareness program on 'Empowerment of Scheduled Tribes & prevention of atrocities against them'. Additional SP said Govt. of India brought laws to uplift STs & protect their rights. Public Prosecutor spoke about SC & ST Act & its rules. District Social Welfare Officer spoke…

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Tirupati civic body to widen two more internal roads to ease traffic bottlenecks

TIRUPATI: After recently expanding several roads crisscrossing in old Tirupati that awaited action for more than three decades, municipal corporation of Tirupati (MCT) has taken up widening of two prominent stretches that are considered serious bottlenecks in the old town.

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Caught between the stars and the sea

Residents of seven villages in Tirupati district, abutting India's famous rocket launch station, are denied basic amenities due to the presence of the station and the bird sanctuary. Despite pleas to ISRO, politicians, and the NHRC, the villagers remain outcasts in their homeland, struggling with mobility, employment, and access to…

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Sub-Inspector of police becomes Deputy Collector in Andhra Pradesh, lauded

Swaathi, a Sub-Inspector from Tirupati, achieved 8th rank in State-level Group-I exams and was selected a Deputy Collector. She got posted as an SI in 2018. After long leave in 2021, she cracked Group-I exams and is now a trainee Deputy Collector in Guntur. SP P. Parameswara Reddy gave her…

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Red sanders logs worth ₹25 lakh seized, two held in Annamayya district of Andhra Pradesh

Task force personnel in Rayachoti arrested two smugglers and seized five logs worth ₹25 lakh. The smugglers, spotted by a combing party in Mummidipadu forest beat, fled on seeing the police. One was apprehended and the other was arrested near Chandragiri in Tirupati district. The two were identified as Murugan…

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Milad-un-Nabi stands a symbol of communal harmony in Tirupati

In Tirupati, Milad-un-Nabi celebrations symbolise communal harmony. At the event, Deputy Mayor, Qazi and public distributed food near Panchamukha Anjaneya Swamy temple. Passers-by of all faiths participated, showing the long-standing harmony between Hindus and Muslims.

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Andhra Pradesh: Husband jumps off moving auto and dies after altercation with wife

TIRUPATI: A middle aged man died after he jumped off a moving autorickshaw following an altercation with his wife on Thursday.

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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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Andhra Pradesh: Probe into mysterious death of 16-yr-old girl poses challenge to Chittoor police

TIRUPATI: The ongoing probe into the suspicious death of a 16-year-old minor girl near Penumuru in Chittoor district has snowballed into a major controversy even as the police continue their investigation from all possible angles.

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Muslims join Vinayaka Chavithi celebrations in Tirupati

Muslim community joins Vinayaka Chavithi celebrations organised by TDP; members offer prayers, break coconuts, offer Harathi & join hunger strike. Show of communal harmony & support for Naidu with 'I am with CBN' placards. Prasadam marks end of relay hunger strike.

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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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Revamped herbal garden opened at RSC Tirupati on its 30th anniversary

RSC-T, a National Council of Science Museums (NCSM) initiative, celebrated its 30th anniversary on Sept 24. SVU Vice-Chancellor K. Raja Reddy opened a revamped herbal garden and released a special postal stamp, a new science show and a science quiz. The centre was opened in 1993 by President Dr. Shankar…

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Accommodate TDP leaders’ views, Nagababu tells Jana Sena Party cadres in Tirupati

JSP Gen Sec K. Nagababu urges Tirupati & Srikalahasti party leaders to form cohesive action plan to take on YRSC. Warns against hasty decisions & calls for respect for TDP leaders. Urges govt machinery to stop toeing ruling party line & discharge duties fairly. TDP Chittoor district President & Chandragiri…

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Lord Malayappa Swamy showers boons on the devotees from the Kalpavriksha

TIRUPATI: Lord Malayappa Swamy showered boons on the devotees from the golden Kalpavriksha vahanam on the fourth day morning of the ongoing annual Brahmotsavams at Tirumala on Thursday.

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46 trains passing through Vijayawada Division cancelled for two weeks

SCR cancels 46 trains passing through Vijayawada Div. due to 3rd line works at Bapatla. Trains from Chennai-Visakhapatnam, Chennai-Vijayawada, Vijayawada-Gudur, Kazipet-Tirupati, Bhubaneshwar-Tirupati affected. 8 more trains diverted Sept. 24-Oct. 11.

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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 Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy prays at Tirumala

CM Jagan Reddy offered prayers at Lord Venkateswara temple on Sep 19. He was welcomed by TTD Chairman & EO with traditional honours. Dy CM, Ministers & others were present. After darshan, Jagan left for Tirupati airport.

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Plan Rahul, Priyanka meetings in Andhra Pradesh, says Gidugu Rudra Raju at CWC meeting in Hyderabad

APCC president Gidugu Rudra Raju appeals to Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi and AICC president Mallikarjun Khare to address public meetings in AP to inspire and rejuvenate party leaders and cadres. He proposed meetings in Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada-Amaravati, Tirupati and Anantapur to discuss key issues and the promises made in the AP…

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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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