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Topic: Tirupati temple

TTD backs Naidu’s ‘animal fat’ in Tirupati laddus claim. ‘Ghee tested after CM said to ensure quality’

Andhra CM Naidu alleges the ghee used for the laddus was adulterated with animal fat during ex-CM Jagan's regime. Jagan points out samples were taken after Naidu took over as CM.

Naidu’s ‘animal fat’ in Tirupati laddu claim sets off political row, YSRCP denies allegation

TDP cited report from National Dairy Development Board as 'evidence' for Naidu's allegation that ghee used in preparation of Tirupati laddu was adulterated with animal fat.

Not just laddus at Tirumala, devotees walking to shrine get lathis to scare off wild animals

10,000 lathis procured for pilgrims who walk to shrine. This is after increasing leopard sightings & two attacks on children on 11 km footpath passing through hilly, jungle terrain.

Bhagavad Gita copies, VIP darshan — how Tirupati board plans to promote Sanatana Dharma among youth

Days after Udhayanidhi Stalin’s call to eradicate Sanatana Dharma, Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams board announces initiatives to promote the same among youth, put them on 'bhakti path'.

Tirupati temple’s plan to fully automate laddoo production, make them ‘more hygienic & tastier’

According to TTD officials, Reliance Group has agreed to set up two machines that will double daily output, and this won't affect labour force in kitchen as staff will have other work.

Why rituals at Tirumala temple in Tirupati are being challenged in Supreme Court

Supreme Court is hearing a petition, based on an almost year-and-a-half old complaint, which had alleged irregularities in the rituals being practiced at the Tirupati temple. 

How KCR built his ‘Tirumala’ dream in Telangana — Rs 1,200 cr & non-stop work through Covid

Telangana CM has envisioned Yadadri in the lines of the Tirumala temple. Political observers believe it will consolidate ruling TRS's Hindu vote base, & undermine BJP’s ‘Hindutva pitch’.

BJP, TDP target CM Jagan over spate of attacks on temples in Andhra Pradesh

The CM’s visit to Tirupati temple has fuelled opposition demands that Jagan Mohan Reddy, a devout Christian, sign a faith declaration form.

Tirupati temple to remain open despite 743 staff members testing Covid-positive

TTD authorities say they will test employees more aggressively, conduct random sampling and hold COVID camps to ensure early detection.

Andhra police report blames Tirupati temple reopening for Covid spread, seeks its closure

The report by Tirupati’s assistant superintendent of police says 158 temple staff, including 21 priests, have tested positive for Covid so far.

On Camera

Is Bangladesh ready for ‘developed country’ status? It’s all optics for Sheikh Hasina

The graduation is meant to bolster the legacy and legitimacy of Sheikh Hasina's Awami League, even as the real-world preparedness lagged behind the glossy narrative.

Karnataka startups feel the chill as global funding winter sets in. Fintech emerges as sole bright spot

The state raises just $2.7 billion in first nine months of 2025 compared to $4.5 billion last year, with late-stage investments hit hardest.

India and Indonesia inch closer to BrahMos deal, defence ties to ramp up

Indonesia delegation led by Defence Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin visited BrahMos facility & met with top officials & undertook a detailed briefing on the missile system.

A tribute to Tejas. India’s delay culture is the real enemy in the skies

It is a brilliant, reasonably priced, and mostly homemade aircraft with a stellar safety record; only two crashes in 24 years since its first flight. But its crash is a moment of introspection.