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  Amid Tirupati Laddu row, Karnataka to test prasadam of major temples

  Karnataka | September 20, 2024 19:54 IST

  Tirupati Laddy row: The Karnataka government issued a circular instructing all temples coming under the Hindu Religious Institutions and Charitable Endowments Department, to maintain quality in 'prasadam' prepared there.

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  Tirupati laddu controversy: Know about 'beef tallow' and 'lard' claims that led to TDP-YSRCP clash

  India | September 20, 2024 20:22 IST

  A political storm erupts in Andhra Pradesh as TDP alleges the presence of "beef tallow" and "lard" in Tirupati laddus, based on a controversial lab report. The claims, made by N. Chandrababu Naidu, raise serious questions about ingredient quality and have prompted calls for an investigation.

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  Tirupati Laddu row: CM Naidu accuses previous govt of buying inferior quality ghee for prasadam

  India | September 20, 2024 19:21 IST

  CM Chandrababu Naidu vowed strict action against those involved in the adulteration of Tirupati laddu ghee, emphasising that pure ghee is now being used and an investigation is underway to gather evidence.

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  Jagan Reddy breaks silence on Tirupati Laddu row, says Naidu using God for political gains

  India | September 20, 2024 16:29 IST

  Tirupati Laddu row: Former Andhra Pradesh CM Jagan Mohan Reddy said the tender process occurs every six months and the qualification criteria have not changed for decades.

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  Tirupati laddu controversy: Union Health Minister JP Nadda seeks report, promises action

  India | September 20, 2024 15:44 IST

  Union Health Minister JP Nadda sought a report from Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu regarding the Tirupati Laddu controversy. Allegations claimed the use of animal fat in laddus during Jagan Mohan Reddy's government, sparked a political debate. Nadda assured action after a full review.

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  Tirupati Laddu row: Plea in Supreme Court seeks probe into report of animal fat used in prasadam

  India | September 20, 2024 15:46 IST

  Tirupati Laddu row: In the plea, the petitioner said the alleged presence of animal fat in the laddu is symptomatic of larger systemic issues in temple administration and has called for the sanctity of Hindu religious practices to be protected.

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  Tirupati ladoo row: Who supplied raw materials and how many sweets are made daily? | DETAILS

  India | September 20, 2024 14:42 IST

  Amid the raging controversy over the Tirupati Ladoo issue, a look at who supplied raw materials and how many consecrated sweets are made daily.

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  Tirupati laddu row: CM Naidu says no one will be spared after lab report confirms use of animal fat

  India | September 20, 2024 9:50 IST

  Andhra Chief Minister and TDP supemo N Chandrababu Naidu had on Wednesday alleged the previous YSRCP government had used substandard ingredients and animal fat in making Tirupati laddu, a consecrated sweet.

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  Tirupati Laddu row: Bandi Sanjay Kumar demands probe into animal fat in prasadam, says 'God will...'

  India | September 19, 2024 22:09 IST

  The matter came to light after Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu claimed that animal fat was used in Tirupati laddus during the previous government.

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  Tirupati Laddu controversy: TDP claims beef tallow in Tirupati prasadam, cites lab report

  India | September 19, 2024 21:38 IST

  TDP spokesperson Anam Venkata Ramana Reddy on Thursday said the lab reports of samples certify that beef tallow and animal fat - lard, and fish oil were used in the preparation of ghee which was supplied to Tirumala and also the S value is only 19.7.

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  Tamil Nadu: Five students dead, two injured after lorry collided with car in Tiruvallur

  August 12, 2024 10:14 IST

  The students were travelling in the car on the Chennai-Tirupati National Highway when it rammed into a lorry near the Thiruthani area in Thiruvallur.

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  Man enters lion enclosure to take selfie in Andhra zoo, gets mauled to death

  India | February 15, 2024 20:39 IST

  Despite the vigilant efforts of the watcher on duty, the man managed to scale a large wall and enter the restricted area accessible only to caretakers and medical staff.

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  Andhra Pradesh: 7-year-old girl attacked by stray dogs in Tirupati

  India | January 05, 2024 14:33 IST

  Andhra Pradesh dog attack: The victim's family expressed concern, sought accountability, and questioned government officials about their responsibility in addressing the issue.

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  Andhra Pradesh: PM Modi offers prayers at Tirumala temple in Tirupati | Watch video

  India | November 27, 2023 9:49 IST

  The Prime Minister reached Tirupati on Sunday and was welcomed by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, and Governor S Abdul Nazeer at the Renigunta airport.

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  Massive fire breaks out at photo frames manufacturing unit near temple in Tirupati | VIDEO

  India | June 16, 2023 17:01 IST

  Tirupati fire incident: The video that appeared on social media shows the building which caught fire turned into a ball of fire. The fire brigade officials have to struggle to douse the flame.

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  Apple's cable supplier Foxlink halts production at Andhra manufacturing unit after massive fire

  India | February 28, 2023 10:18 IST

  Foxlink halted production after the fire incident. Hundreds of workers were present at the plant when the plant caught fire but they managed to escape timely.

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  Andhra Pradesh: Woman delivers baby on road in Tirupati after hospital staff deny admission

  India | November 22, 2022 18:07 IST

  The woman and baby were allowed to be brought inside the hospital only after the locals lodged their protest.

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  Tirumala's Lord Venkateswara temple richer than many MNCs; owns Rs 2.5 lakh crore assets

  India | November 07, 2022 9:14 IST

  The temple body owns land parcels and buildings in different parts of the country. According to officials, TTD revenues are increasing thanks to the rise in cash and gold offerings made by devotees. Due to increase in interest rates, the temple body is earning more on fixed deposits in the banks.

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  Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams cancels break darshans till August 21

  India | August 14, 2022 12:25 IST

  Tirumala: On Saturday, the serpentine lines reached even the outer ring road near the Octopus building. As per the Saturday 8 pm status, 56,546 pilgrims had Darshan on August 13.

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  Tirupati: 3 injured in stampede-like situation at Tirumala shrine

  India | April 12, 2022 13:16 IST

  In February this year, the TTD had decided to raise the number of Slotted Sarva Darshan (SSD) tokens and the tickets issued for darshan of Lord Venkateswara.