Tirumala's sacred cleansing ritual took place ahead of Ugadi on March 19, purifying Lord Venkateswara's shrine with aromatic mixtures for the Telugu New Year.
Amaravati-based artist Yellapu Kalasagar has launched 'Art of Andhra Pradesh,' a five-year project profiling 300 artists to preserve the state's diverse artistic heritage.
Vijayawada's iconic Kanaka Durga temple launches 10-day Vasantha Navaratri on March 19, 2026, syncing Ugadi festivities with floral rituals, processions, and special darshan. Devotees gear up for vibrant celebrations through March 28.
Srisailam temple prepares elaborate arrangements for Ugadi festivities from March 16 to 19, expecting large crowds of devotees from Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Maharashtra. Special rituals and alankarams highlight the Telugu New Year celebrations at the sacred Jyotirlinga site.
Soil analysis begins for stronger foundation of historic pilgrim shelter in Tirupati. Project advances with expert oversight to preserve Vijayanagara-era heritage.
Srisailam temple rolls out free shuttle buses for pilgrims during Ugadi Mahotsavams starting March 16. Services ease travel amid expected crowds from Andhra Pradesh and neighbouring states.
Historian identifies two Telugu inscriptions on a lamp post at Sri Chennakesava temple in Somapalayam, Andhra Pradesh, confirming its completion in 1534 CE during Vijayanagara rule.
Grand arrangements are in place for the three-day Kumbhabhishekam at Kanaka Durga Temple, a rare ritual held once every 12 years to rejuvenate divine energies.
Vijayawada MP Kesineni Sivanath has promised full backing to elevate the historic Sri Venu Gopala Swamy Temple in Nemali village as a major spiritual hub.
Tirumala's iconic Venkateswara temple closed for nearly 10 hours on March 3, 2026, following tradition during a total lunar eclipse. It reopened after purification rituals, allowing evening darshan to resume.
The historic Sri Bhramaramba Mallikarjuna Swamy temple in Srisailam reopened Tuesday evening after a day-long closure for the total lunar eclipse, with purification rituals completed and limited darshan offered to devotees.
