Tirupati Temple
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Tirupati Temple receives crores in donations daily: Here's how every rupee is counted and protected
India | Jun 15, 2026, 09:11 PM ISTThe Tirupati Balaji Temple receives daily donations ranging from Rs 2.5 crore to Rs 6 crore, which are counted and processed under a strict security framework. The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams has established one of India's most secure and transparent donation management systems.
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Drunk man named Tirupati climbs atop Govindarajaswamy Temple in Tirupati, demands liquor | VIDEO
India | Jan 03, 2026, 11:33 AM ISTThe accused, identified as Kuttadi Tirupati, evaded security and climbed atop the temple after it was closed and created huge drama while demanding more liquor when asked to come down. He was finally brought down after around three hours.
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Rs 54 crore silk dupatta scam shakes Tirumala Temple: Polyester shawls sold as 'pure silk' | Video
India | Dec 10, 2025, 11:35 PM ISTTTD Chairman Naidu announced that the Devasthanam Board has officially asked the Anti-Corruption Bureau to conduct a thorough criminal investigation into everyone involved. He emphasised that the trust is dedicated to maintaining transparency and will hold all responsible parties fully accountable.
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Tirupati temple laddu row: Former TTD Chief Subba Reddy to seek Supreme Court gag order | Video
India | Nov 28, 2025, 07:38 AM ISTTirupati temple laddu row: The Special Investigation Team confirmed that during the Chandrababu Naidu govt period (2019-2024), suspicious ghee tankers supplied to Tirupati were rejected and rerouted without ever being used in laddu production.
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TTD terminates services of two outsourced employees for consuming non-vegetarian food near Alipiri
India | Nov 10, 2025, 02:32 PM ISTTirupati temple case: The case was registered under section 114 of the Andhra Pradesh Charitable and Endowments Act, and an investigation has been initiated, police said.
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5 places around Tirumala Temple you can visit
Fashion | Jun 19, 2025, 01:06 PM ISTThe Tirumala Tirupati temple, is a highly revered temple, that attracts thousands of visitors everyday. The temple is dedicated to Lord Venkateshwara, who is considered to be a form of Lord Vishnu. Most people visit only go the Balaji temple, but, there are other places around that you can visit.
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Bengaluru devotees donate giant silver lamps to Tirupati temple
Karnataka | May 11, 2025, 03:47 AM ISTThree Bengaluru devotees donated four giant silver lamps to the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) on Saturday. The lamps were presented to a temple official at the Mahadwaram.
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Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams denies rumours of cow deaths at its gaushala
India | Apr 11, 2025, 08:16 PM ISTTirupati temple condemned the 'propaganda' and urged devotees and the general public not to be misled by such baseless rumours. It said the institution remains committed to the well-being of all animals and encourages everyone to rely only on verified information from official sources.
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Tirupati Laddu row: CBI's SIT arrests four in adulteration case | Know what probe revealed so far
India | Feb 10, 2025, 06:24 AM ISTThe arrested individuals belong to the involved dairies. According to officials of the SIT, which was formed by the CBI on the orders of the Supreme Court, serious violations were found in the supply of ghee.
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What Led TTD to Initiate Action Against 18 Christian Workers? Explained
Originals | Feb 06, 2025, 07:16 PM ISTIn a recent development, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has taken disciplinary action against 18 of its employees for allegedly practising non-Hindu faiths.
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Know why Tirupati temple board sacks 18 staffers for violating 'Hindu tradition' policy
Chennai | Feb 06, 2025, 12:52 PM ISTTirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) dismissed 18 employees for violating the Hindu-only employment policy. Know why non-Hindu employees were removed and the political reactions surrounding this decision.
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Nitish Reddy visits Tirupati temple after Australia Tests, climbs stairs on knees - WATCH
Cricket | Jan 14, 2025, 01:24 PM ISTNitish Reddy, the Indian all-rounder is basking in the glory of a successful first Test tour to Australia, personally. Reddy was the star of the show for India with the bat, scoring 298 runs in nine innings including a maiden hundred at the MCG in the Boxing Day Test.
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Fire breaks out at laddu distribution counter at Tirumala Temple in Tirupati | Video
India | Jan 13, 2025, 04:26 PM ISTThe fire broke out at the laddu distribution counter days after the stampede at the ticket counter led to six casualties while over 40 people were injured.
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10 interesting facts about Tirupati Balaji Temple one must know before paying a holy visit
Travel | Jan 10, 2025, 11:17 AM ISTIf you are planning to visit Tirupati Balaji temple shortly, then you must know about these 10 amazing facts about the temple. Every year several devotees pay a visit to the temple to seek blessings from Lord Balaji.
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Tirupati stampede: What led to the tragedy that claimed six lives, left over 40 injured | Explained
Explainers | Jan 09, 2025, 08:14 AM ISTThe Tirupati stampede was reported near Vishnu Niwasam at the Tirumala Srivari Vaikuntha Dwara ticketing counter during the distribution of 'darshan' tokens. The incident was reported at 8 pm when Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) officials started distributing tokens at various centres.
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Tirupati stampede updates: Chandrababu Naidu, Andhra CM, inspects spot at Tirumala | VIDEO
India | Jan 09, 2025, 02:24 PM ISTTirupati stampede: CM Chandrababu Naidu expressed his deep shock over the death of devotees in the stampede that took place near Vishnu Niwasam in Tirupati for 'darshan' tokens at Tirumala Srivari Vaikuntha Dwara.
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Tirupati laddu row: Transfer non-Hindus, ban political speeches, TTD takes list of decisions
India | Nov 19, 2024, 09:16 AM ISTTirupati laddu row: The major decisions taken by the TTD include setting up a panel of experts to suggest action plan to reduce darshan time to two-three hours, a ban on making political statements there, procurement of superior quality ghee for laddoo preparation.
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Supreme Court orders fresh SIT investigation into Tirupati laddu 'animal fat' row
India | Oct 04, 2024, 02:13 PM ISTThe Supreme Court of India has ordered the formation of a new Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe allegations related to the use of animal fats in laddu served at the Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple in Tirumala, Andhra Pradesh.
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Tirupati temple laddu controversy: Supreme Court adjourns hearing for today
India | Oct 04, 2024, 12:00 AM ISTTirupati temple laddu controversy: During the last hearing, the court had asked Solicitor General Tushar Mehta whether the investigation of the SIT formed by the state government should continue in this matter or the responsibility of the investigation should be handed over to an independent agency.
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Tirupati laddu row: SIT investigation suspended until October 3 amid SC hearing
India | Oct 01, 2024, 03:27 PM ISTThe Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the Tirupati Laddu prasadam case has paused its investigation until October 3, following a Supreme Court hearing. Andhra Pradesh DGP, Dwaraka Tirumala Rao, confirmed the suspension as a precautionary measure to safeguard the investigation's integrity.