Tirumala: In yet another brush with the wild, a herd of elephants was spotted near the 7th mile mark on the second (down) ghat road leading to Tirumala, briefly halting traffic and adding a dramatic twist to the spiritual journey. Forest department officials swiftly intervened and successfully guided the elephants back into the forest, while…
The TTD, which administers the temple, has launched an investigation, utilizing CCTV footage and the vehicle’s registration number (TN 83T6705) to identify the individual. TTD board member G. Bhanu Prakash Reddy echoed Singh’s sentiments, alleging the incident could be a “deliberate attempt to provoke religious tensions,” possibly orchestrated by political rivals like the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP
Despite their sacred status, the cows face harsh living conditions, often confined to overcrowded enclosures with inadequate space. Reports suggest cow mortality rates have risen, with some sources claiming over 100 deaths in three months, largely due to heat, insufficient veterinary care, and substandard fodder.
The person in question was identified as Anshuman Tareja, a YouTuber from Rajasthan. Authorities said he had flown the drone from near the Harinama Sankeerthana Mandapam, located in front of the temple, around Tuesday evening. The drone was seized, and Tareja was handed over to the police for further investigation.
TTD aims to construct temples both across India and globally, funded by donations from the Srivani Trust and a new trust to be established. A special committee will safeguard Lord Venkateswara’s assets and work towards resolving pending legal cases related to these properties. Non-Hindu employees in TTD will be removed, and temples will be constructed in all Indian state capitals. Several Chief Ministers have already approved this initiative. The board decided to reconstruct stalled temples in Andhra Pradesh.
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) chairman BR Naidu confirmed the identification of one body and explained that the stampede occurred when a DSP opened the gates, causing a surge of people pushing forward. Reports indicate that six individuals have died as a result.
The TTD board has announced that recommendation letters from Telangana leaders will now be accepted twice a week for two Break Darshans and two Suphadam service. This decision aims to ensure that devotees from Telangana receive the same privileges as those from Andhra Pradesh, fostering a sense of equality and respect.
