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Mint
3 days ago
- Politics
- Mint
Flight spotted over Tirupati's Tirumala Temple sparks outrage, TTD urges centre declare it as 'No-fly zone'
A low-altitude flight of an aircraft over the Lord Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Tirumala has sparked outrage among the devotees in Andhra Pradesh, as they voiced their concerns over the violation of the temple's sanctity, reported News18. According to the report, which quoted Agama Shastra, any kind of aircraft, helicopters, drones, and other aerial vehicles are strictly prohibited from flying over the sanctum sanctorum of the Lord Sri Venkateswara Temple in Tirumala. Meanwhile, videos of an aircraft flying over the Tirumala temple went viral on social media. It sparked a debate over the Centre's inaction in declaring the area a no-fly zone. A temple official stated that these overflights violate religious traditions and pose serious security concerns for the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Vigilance and Security Wing. Earlier in March this year, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Chairman BR Naidu wrote to Union Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu and requested him to declare Tirupati temple in Andhra Pradesh as a no-fly zone. It is to be known that Union Minister Ram Mohan Naidu also serves as an MP from Andhra Pradesh's Srikakulam constituency. BR Naidu in his letter wrote that the Tirumala shrine should be accorded no-fly zone status in accordance with Agama Shastra. 'The Tirumala temple holds immense spiritual value for millions of devotees who visit the shrine every year. According to traditional Agama regulations, the sanctity of the temple is paramount, and any disturbance in its vicinity, including aerial movements, is believed to adversely affect the spiritual environment," News18 quoted the TTD Chairman as writing in his letter to the Union Minister. BR Naidu also requested the Union Minister to take swift action to safeguard the sanctity of the Tirumala shrine.
Hans India
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
TTD chief offers silk vastrams to Japali Anjaneya Swamy
Tirumala: On the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti, TTD Chairman BR Naidu on Thursday offered Pattu Vastrams on behalf of TTD to Japali Anjaneya Swamy at Japali Theertham in Tirumala. Upon his arrival at the temple, priests welcomed the Chairman and facilitated Japali Hanuman's darshan. After performing special pujas to the deity, the priests honored the Chairman with Sindhoora vastram and offered Theertha Prasadams. Speaking to the media, the TTD Board Chief said that offering Pattu Vastrams to Japali Hanuman on Hanuman Jayanti has been a long-standing tradition. He said he prayed to Sri Japali Hanuman to bestow is blessings upon all the devotees. Additional EO Ch Venkaiah Chowdary, temple Dy EO Lokanatham, VGO Surendra, others were also present.
United News of India
22-05-2025
- Health
- United News of India
TTD Chairman unveils brahmotsavams wall poster of Venkateswara Swamy temple in Hyderabad
States » South Tirumala, May 21 (UNI) The wall poster of annual Brahmotsavam of Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple, located in Himayatnagar, Hyderabad, was unveiled on Wednesday by TTD Chairman B R Naidu. The event took place at the Chairman's camp office in Tirumala. The annual Brahmotsavams at the temple will be conducted from June three to June seven. The festivities will commence with Ankurarpanam on the evening of June 2 at 6 PM. Vahana Sevas will be held daily between 8:30 AM and 9:30 AM, again between 8PM and 9PM. The important days include Srivari Shanti Kalyanam at 10:30 am and Garuda Seva at 8 pm on June 5, Chakra Snanam at 11:30 am and Pushpayagam in the evening of June seven. Meanwhile, AEO U Ramesh also participated in the wall poster release event. UNI KNR SS AP: TTD Chairman displeased over improper maintenance of Palamaner Goshala 22 May 2025 | 3:10 AM Tirupati, May 21 (UNI) Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) Chairman B.R. Naidu on Wednesday expressed displeasure over improper maintenance and unhygienic surroundings at TTD Goshala located in Palamaner near here. see more.. AP: TTD to set up new trust for children's healthcare 22 May 2025 | 3:00 AM Tirupati, May 21 (UNI) Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam(TTD) Executive Officer J. Syamala Rao on Wednesday directed officials to explore the possibility of setting up a new trust for children's healthcare and medical services at the Sri Padmavathi Children's Heart Centre (SPCHC) in Tirupati. see more.. Andhra: Officials directed to promote, encourage horticulture crops 22 May 2025 | 2:21 AM Vijayawada, May 21 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Agriculture and Fisheries Minister Kinjarapu Atchennaidu on Wednesday instructed the officials concerned to promote the cultivation of quality paddy as well as horticultural crops in the state. see more.. IIT Hyderabad celebrates election of distinguished professors as Fellows of the Royal Society 22 May 2025 | 1:17 AM Hyderabad, May 21 (UNI) The Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) is celebrating a landmark moment as two of its Distinguished Professors — Prof. Chennupati Jagadish of the Australian National University and Dr Mallikarjun Tatipamula, CTO at Ericsson — have been elected Fellows of the Royal Society (FRS), one of the most prestigious scientific honours in the world. see more.. 22 May 2025 | 1:06 AM Hyderabad, May 21 (UNI) Rainbow Children's Hospital (RCH( on Wednesday said it has successfully administered 'gene therapy' to a child diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), marking the eighth such treatment carried out at the hospital, a significant milestone in paediatric healthcare. see more..
New Indian Express
21-05-2025
- Health
- New Indian Express
Green cover on Tirumala Hills to go up from 68.14% to 80%
TIRUMALA: As per the instructions of Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Board of Trustees has given its nod to increase the green cover in the Tirumala hills from the existing 68.14 percent to 80 percent through the Forest Department. A decision to this effect was taken in the TTD Board meeting held under the Chairmanship of TTD Trust Board Chairman B R Naidu on Tuesday. After the government's approval, it has been decided to release Rs 4 crore to the Government Forest Department in a phased manner, including Rs 1.74 crore for the year 2025-26, Rs 1.13 crore for the year 2026-27, and Rs 1.13 crore for the year 2027-28. The Board has also approved the recruitment of 597 posts for Sri Venkateswara Institute of Medical Sciences (SVIMS) to bolster healthcare services, announced Executive Officer J Shyamala Rao. The decision will increase TTD's annual grant to SVIMS from Rs 60 crore to Rs 131 crore, adding Rs 71 crore to cover the new hires. The positions include 100 faculty posts, 433 nursing staff, 15 paramedical personnel, and 48 administrative roles. The board also ratified decisions from the recent SVIMS Governing Council meeting, appointing IV Subba Rao to lead an expert committee tasked with drafting a comprehensive development plan for the super-specialty hospital. This includes upgrading single-faculty departments and procuring advanced equipment like PET-CT, MRI, and CSSD systems. To enhance the security, the Board has decided to procure anti-drone technology to shield the temple from potential attacks.
United News of India
20-05-2025
- Business
- United News of India
AP: TTD Trust Board decides to enhance green cover in Tirumala hills
Tirumala, May 20 (UNI) The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) Trust Board, the highest decision- making body of the world-famous Tirumala temple, in its meeting, on Tuesday resolved to increase the green cover in the Tirumala hills from the existing 68.14 percent to 80 percent. Briefing media after the board meeting held under the Chairmanship B R Naidu here, TTD Executive Officer J Syamala Rao said that as per the instructions of the Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, the Board has given a nod to increase the green cover in the Tirumala hills through the Forest Department. After the government's approval, it has been decided to release Rs four crore to the Forest Department in a phased manner including Rs 1.74 crore for the year 2025-26, Rs 1.13 crore in 2026-27 and Rs 1.13 crore in 2027-28, the EO added. UNI KNR SS More News 21 May 2025 | 1:25 AM Tirumala, May 20 (UNI) The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) Trust Board, which manages world famous richest Tirumala Venkateswara temple, in its meeting, on Tuesday decided to transfer of non-Hindu people working at TTD. see more.. Master plan to be prepared for development of TTD-run 6 tempes in AP 21 May 2025 | 1:08 AM Tirumala, May 20 (UNI) Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) Trust Board, the highest decision- making body of the world famous Tirumala temple, in its meeting, on Tuesday decided to prepare a comprehensive master plan for the development of Tiruchanoor, Amaravati, Narayanavanam, Kapilatheertham, Nagalapuram and Vontimitta temples in Andhra Pradesh. see more.. Tirumala: New Vaikhanasa Agama Advisory committee appointed 21 May 2025 | 12:26 AM Tirumala, May 20 (UNI) As per the decision taken during the TTD Trust Board meeting held in March this year, the existing Vaikhanasa Agama Advisory Committee has been dissolved, and a new committee has been appointed. see more.. Trailblazing Woman Officer from Rajasthan scales Mount Everest, first in CISF to do so 20 May 2025 | 11:20 PM Chennai, May 20 (UNI) In a monumental feat of human endurance and unwavering spirit, Lady Sub-Inspector Geeta Samota of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has successfully summited Mount Everest, the world's highest peak at 8,849 meters (29,032 feet). see more.. Kishan Reddy slams Kharge's remarks on 'Operation Sindoor' 20 May 2025 | 10:58 PM Hyderabad/New Delhi, May 20 (UNI) Union Minister G Kishan Reddy strongly criticised Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge for describing 'Operation Sindoor' as a "small war", calling the statement a deliberate attempt to belittle the bravery and might of the Indian Armed Forces. see more..
