Good news for devotees in Karnataka: 34000 Temples to be renovated
Bengaluru, September 2025 — In a major initiative to preserve religious heritage and improve pilgrim experience, the Karnataka government has announced plans to renovate 34,000 temples and upgrade facilities for devotees across the state. The decision, confirmed by the Muzrai (Hindu Religious Institutions & Charitable Endowments) department, […]
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Eternal Adi Shakti Peethas in India
Navaratri is a vibrant festival celebrated with great fervor across the country, especially in Kolkata, Assam, Gujarat, and Karnataka. During this festive season, Maa Durga is worshiped in nine different forms for nine continuous days. This festival begins in the Ashwin or Ashwina month (September to […]
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Gangotri Route Reopens for Pilgrims, Boosting Char Dham Yatra 2025
Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand: In a major relief for devotees and tourists, the Gangotri route has officially reopened, allowing thousands of pilgrims to resume their sacred journey to one of the most revered shrines of the Char Dham Yatra. The reopening comes as a welcome update ahead of the […]
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Nine-Day Brahmotsavams Began at Tirumala
Tirumala, Andhra Pradesh – The much-awaited nine-day Brahmotsavams at the sacred Tirumala Venkateswara Temple began on September 24, 2025, marking one of the grandest religious festivals in India. The festivities formally commenced with the Dwajarohanam (flag hoisting) ritual, inviting devotees from across the country to participate in […]
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Rudranath Mahadev Temple to Close on October 17, 2025
In a much-anticipated announcement, the temple authorities of Rudranath Mahadev, one of the sacred Panch Kedar shrines, have confirmed that its doors will be shut on October 17, 2025, for the winter season closure. Significance of the Closure (Kapat Bandh) Rudranath Temple, situated in the Garhwal […]
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TTD’s plan to build 1,000 temples in villages
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has unveiled a new outreach initiative: the construction of 1,000 Sri Venkateswara temples in villages across Andhra Pradesh. The stated goal is to “promote and preserve Sanatana Dharma” among the village communities. The TTD Board has resolved that in every assembly […]
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Why is Golu celebrated during Navaratri?
Golu, also known as Bommai Golu, is the name associated with the traditional Dasara festival. It is a widely cherished festival in South India, especially in the states of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh. Tradition involves the artistic arrangement of dolls on tiered steps, which […]
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TTD Proposes 600-Foot Rama Statue in Vontimitta
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) is reportedly preparing a plan to erect a 600-foot-tall statue of Lord Rama in the town of temple town of Vontimitta, with the idol proposed to be installed in the Kalyani adjacent to Sri Kodandarama Temple. A master plan for the […]
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Navaratri Naivedya: Food which pleases Devi more
Navaratri, commonly known as Sharadiya Navaratri, is a deeply revered festival observed in the Hindu month of Ashwina (or Ashwayuja). Throughout these nine auspicious days, Goddess Durga is worshipped in nine divine forms. A special phase of this celebration involves preparing and offering various prasadam, meant to honor […]
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The World’s Oldest Devi Temple – Mundeshwari Temple, Kaimur
Mundeshwari Temple is widely regarded as one of the oldest functioning temples in India, its origins tracing back nearly 2,000 years. Dedicated to the worship of Mata Mundeshwari, this ancient temple is not only an architectural marvel but also a place of uninterrupted spiritual solace. It is […]
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