Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams will soon build Sri Venkateswara temples in four cities across India to spread devotion, with land approvals secured from Assam, Bihar, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka governments.
The annual Brahmotsavams at Sri Lakshmi Venkateswara Swamy temple in Devuni Kadapa kicked off colourfully with Dhwajarohanam on January 19, drawing crowds to this historic gateway temple managed by TTD.
Railway Protection Force personnel delivered a stirring live band performance at Tirupati railway station on January 19, 2026, celebrating 150 years of India's national song "Vande Mataram."
Indrakeeladri's Kanaka Durga temple readies for Makara Sankranti with Bhogi bonfires, Bommala Koluvu doll displays, and folk performances from January 14-16. Devotees can join timeless Telugu traditions atop the sacred hill.
Gandikota Festival 2026 wrapped up with heavy visitor turnout in Kadapa district on January 13, drawing crowds to cultural shows, adventure rides, and heritage displays at Andhra Pradesh's "Grand Canyon."
Devotees witnessed the majestic Brungi Vahana Seva at Srisailam as processional deities of Lord Mallikarjuna Swamy and Goddess Bhramaramba were carried on the sacred Brungi vehicle during the ongoing Sankranti Mahotsavams.
Eluru police spark community spirit with rangoli contests and sports for Sankranti. Events across villages promote tradition while steering youth toward healthy fun.
Sri Sathya Sai district police in Puttaparthi marked Sankranti with traditional rural activities, kite-flying, and rangoli to strengthen community ties and boost morale.
Thousands flock to Dwarapudi's Sri Ayyappa Swamy Temple, known as Andhra Sabarimala, as Makara Sankranti nears. Daily visitors hit 6,000-10,000 with irumudi offerings rising sharply.
The seven-day Sankranti Brahmotsavams kicked off today at the iconic Sri Bhramaramba Mallikarjuna Swamy temple in Srisailam, Andhra Pradesh, with rituals starting at 9:15 a.m. and temple illuminations lighting up the occasion.
