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Tirumala hundi nets ₹47.56 crores income during two Brahmotsavams

Tirumala temple's record income of ₹47.56 crores during two Brahmotsavams was announced by TTD Chairman B. Karunakar Reddy. Over 11 lakh pilgrims had darshan, 33.78 lakh availed free food, 57.64 lakh laddus sold and 4.29 lakh pilgrims had their heads tonsured

The Hindu · Oct 23, 2023

Andhra Pradesh Governor worships at Tirumala temple

Andhra Pradesh Governor S. Abdul Nazeer and his spouse worshipped at Tirumala's Lord Venkateswara temple. TTD Trust Board Chairman and Executive Officer welcomed them and Vedic pundits greeted them with "Isthikaphal". After darshan, they were accorded Ashirvachanam and presented temple prasadams. TTD Chairman presented a portrait of Lord Venkateswara to…

The Hindu · Oct 22, 2023

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…

The Hindu · Oct 21, 2023

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.

The Hindu · Oct 13, 2023

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.

The Hindu · Oct 13, 2023

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.

The Hindu · Oct 12, 2023

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.

The Hindu · Oct 11, 2023

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…

The Hindu · Oct 10, 2023

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.

The Hindu · Oct 9, 2023

Legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar's kin donates Rs 10 lakh to Tirupati trust as per her 'will'

TIRUPATI: Kin of Bharata Ratna late Lata Mangeshkar donated a sum of Rs.10 lakh to the Tirupati Balaji trust on the legendary singer's behalf and as per her last wishes.

The Times of India · Oct 9, 2023