Srisailam, Andhra Pradesh — In observance of traditional Hindu customs surrounding celestial events, the revered Srisailam temple will remain closed for 16 hours, from 1:00 PM on September 7 until 5:00 AM on September 8, due to the lunar eclipse. The temple authorities announced the closure to […]
0 Read MorePuri, Odisha – September 3, 2025 – In a sweeping administrative reform, the Shree Jagannath Temple Managing Committee has greenlit a queue-based “Dhadi Darshan” system at the Natamandap to improve crowd management while safeguarding ritual sanctity. In conjunction, the committee has formed 14 sub-committees tasked with enhancing temple governance. Among these, four […]
0 Read MoreOttawa, Canada: The Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Kalyana Mahotsavam was observed with great pomp at Ottawa’s EY Centre, where the Prime Minister of Canada expressed his admiration to the temple authorities and devotees for their efforts in sustaining and promoting Indian cultural and religious traditions abroad. The celebrations, honoring Lord Lakshmi Narasimha […]
0 Read MoreTirupati, September 3, 2025 – In a significant move to enhance eco-friendly pilgrim transport, Chennai-based Switch Mobility Automotive Ltd donated an electric bus valued at ₹1.3 crore to the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD). The ceremonial transfer occurred near the revered Srivari Temple, where CEO Ganesh Mani handed over the keys to TTD Additional Executive Officer Ch. […]
0 Read MoreDehradun, Uttarakhand — September 3, 2025 In a major boost to religious tourism and mountain connectivity, the Uttarakhand government has signed a strategic agreement with National Highways Logistics Management Limited (NHLML) to develop ropeways at Kedarnath and Hemkund Sahib. The signing event was attended by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, Union Minister Ajay […]
1 Read MoreTirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has confirmed that the ₹300 Special Entry Darshan tickets for September 8, 2025, will open for online booking from 10:00 AM on September 3, 2025, through its official portal. Tickets reserved especially for senior citizens and those with physical disabilities will also become available later that same day, starting at 3:00 PM. This […]
0 Read MoreThe Odisha government has unveiled a landmark Heritage Policy to safeguard and promote over 3,000 historic sites statewide, with a strong emphasis on Jagannath culture and Buddhist heritage. High-Level Review Meeting The policy was announced during a high-level review at Lok Seva Bhawan, chaired by Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida, accompanied by Law, Works […]
0 Read MoreBengaluru, August 2025: Tirtha Yatra, a leading pilgrimage and spiritual travel organization, has marked a significant milestone by launching its ‘Temples of Bharat’ mobile application for Android users. The launch, held on the auspicious occasion of Radha Ashtami, comes as part of Tirtha Yatra’s 10th anniversary celebrations. The Temples […]
0 Read MoreTirupati, Andhra Pradesh — In a major boost to digital safety for pilgrims, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) board has granted approval for establishing a state-of-the-art Cyber Security Lab atop the sacred Tirumala hills. The initiative aims to shield devotees from the mounting threat of online scams. […]
0 Read MoreUttarkashi, India – August 30, 2025: In a major relief for pilgrims and travelers, the Gangotri Highway has officially reopened today, marking a significant milestone ahead of the upcoming Char Dham Yatra season. The reopening comes after weeks of restoration work following landslides and weather-related disruptions in the region. […]
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.