The sacred town of Thiruvaiyaru in Tamil Nadu observed the 179th Thyagaraja Aradhana on January 7, 2026 (Wednesday), commemorating the samadhi day of the great saint-composer Sri Thyagaraja Swamigal, a towering icon of Carnatic music. The Pancharatna Kirtanas were rendered during the morning hours at Saint […]
0 Read MoreJagadish Temple is the largest and most magnificent temple located in the heart of Rajasthan, Udaipur. It stands as a testimony where devotion and faith blend with a grand architectural marvel. Known for its three-storied building, intricate carving, and skyline shikharas. It is a marvel of […]
0 Read MoreDevotees Gather for Divine Celebration TIRUMALA – On January 4, 2026, devotees and priests gathered at Tirumala Srivari Sannadhi to witness the Sri Swami Malayappan Pranaya Kalaha Mahotsavam, a unique festival honoring Lord Malayappa Swamy and His consorts, Sridevi and Bhudevi. Known as the Divine Love […]
0 Read MorePrayagraj, Uttar Pradesh: The annual Magh Mela 2026 has commenced at the sacred Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj, where the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers converge. The month-long spiritual fair officially began on 3 January 2026 with the Paush Purnima holy dip and is scheduled to continue until […]
0 Read MoreHyderabad: In a major boost to pilgrimage infrastructure in Telangana, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has approved a ₹35.19 crore project for the development of the revered Kondagattu Anjaneya Swamy Temple. The sanction includes the construction of a 96-room rest house, significantly improving accommodation facilities for devotees […]
0 Read MoreGuwahati: In a landmark development for devotees in Northeast India, the Assam government has allotted 25 acres of land for the construction of the first Lord Venkateswara Temple in Guwahati. The land has been officially allocated to the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), marking a significant expansion of […]
0 Read MoreThiruvathirai Kali is a special South Indian delicacy prepared annually during the Arudra Darshanam in the month of Marghazhi (December-January). It represents the authentic flavors of Tamil Nadu. This traditional sweet is prepared using roasted rice, moong dal, jaggery, cardamom, and cashew nuts, offering a rich […]
0 Read MorePuri, Odisha: Devotees planning to visit the iconic Sri Jagannath Temple in Puri on New Year’s Day should take note, as the temple administration has announced a three-hour suspension of darshan on January 1 to facilitate the uninterrupted performance of sacred rituals. The Sri Jagannath Temple Administration […]
0 Read MoreSri Shamlaji Vishnu Mandir, also known as Shamlaji Temple, is the most significant temple for the Vaishnava sect. It is an ancient and revered temple located on the banks of the Meshwo river, Shamlaji village, Aravalli District of the Gujarat state of Bharat. In this temple, […]
0 Read MorePhase 1 — Pre-Festival (Standard Rush) Dec 27 (Sat): Normal operations with heavy rush. Free SSD tokens are being issued in Tirupati (e.g., Vishnu Nivasam, Srinivasam) for darshan slots the next day. Expect 12–18 hour waits. Dec 28 (Sun): Likely the last day for issuing SSD tokens (for […]
0 Read MoreTirtha Yatra means sadhu-sanga, hari-katha, vigraha-aradhana, dhama-seva, prasada-sevana, dana-kriya and bhajana. One has to take association of devotees, hear the lilas of Hari, worship the Deity, serve the Lord in the holy place, partake prasadam, give in charity and perform bhajans. The purpose of Tirtha Yatra is to reconnect ourselves with God.