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Over 59,700 devotees register for temple seva scheme across AP

May 25, 2026, 22:41 (IST)

Chief election commissioner offers prayers at Tirumala

May 10, 2026, 23:40 (IST)

AP temples see sharp rise in footfall, revenues

TNN / May 09, 2026, 20:50 (IST)

Andhra Pradesh's prominent Hindu temples have experienced a significant surge in pilgrim footfall and revenues over the past two years. Key temples like Srisailam and Kanaka Durgamma have seen substantial increases, with combined revenues for seven major temples rising to ₹800 crore. Governance reforms, including online ticketing and infrastructure upgrades, are credited for enhancing the pilgrimage experience.

4 dead, 2 injured as ambulance rams stationary lorry in Tirupati

TNN / May 04, 2026, 11:31 (IST)

Tragedy struck on the Urandur highway early Monday as a private ambulance, reportedly driven by a dozing driver, collided with a stationary lorry. Four individuals, including the ambulance driver and an asthma patient being transported, lost their lives. Two others sustained injuries and are receiving medical attention. The ambulance was en route to Bengaluru from West Bengal.

Bridge the gap: Commuters urge Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation to increase bus fleet on inter-state routes

May 01, 2026, 03:37 (IST)

srikalahasti temple revives ₹500-priced Rahu-Ketu puja following backlash from devotees

Apr 22, 2026, 00:29 (IST)

2 die as leisure swim turns fatal in srikalahasti

Apr 17, 2026, 23:13 (IST)

48 highway black spots in identified Tirupati; to be fixed in 60 days

Apr 22, 2026, 00:40 (IST)

Govt targets 1 lakh PNG connections in a month amid LPG shortage fear

TNN / Mar 27, 2026, 00:09 (IST)

Barring srikalahasti, other temples stay closed for lunar eclipse

Mar 04, 2026, 00:24 (IST)

Endowments minister inaugurates 22-km Giri Pradakshina route at srikalahasti

Feb 14, 2026, 22:49 (IST)

TDP-YSRCP lock horns over renovation works at srikalahasti temple

TNN / Jan 02, 2024, 20:26 (IST)

The Telugu Desam party and the ruling YSRCP are in conflict over the renovation works at the srikalahasti temple in Tirupati district. Former minister Nara Lokesh criticized the demolition and excavation drive, alleging the involvement of ruling party MLA Biyyapu Madhusudhan Reddy. Lokesh demanded action against those responsible. The srikalahasti temple chairman refuted the allegations, stating that only a dilapidated store room was demolished to build the Aseervadha mandapam. The chairman warned of legal action against the TDP leaders for misleading the people.

Andhra Pradesh: Navaratnalu temple inaugurated at srikalahasti

TNN / Aug 16, 2021, 19:59 (IST)

The first of its kind Navaratnalu temple built to showcase the flagship welfare programmes of the state government of Andhra Pradesh was inaugurated near srikalahasti in Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh on Monday.

28-day lockdown in srikalahasti

TNN / Apr 14, 2020, 05:53 (IST)

Chittoor district collector Narayana Bharat Gupta on Monday declared a 28-day lockdown period in srikalahasti in the district following a spike in the number of Covid-19 positive cases.

Andhra Pradesh govt to make massive arrangements for Mahasivaratri utsavams at srikalahasti temple

TNN / Feb 02, 2025, 09:03 (IST)

Andhra Pradesh govt is making comprehensive arrangements for the 13-day Mahasivaratri festival at srikalahasti temple, anticipating over 10 lakh devotees. Plans include extra queue lines, free transport, and free Darshan for locals. Devotees will receive amenities and free laddu. Rs 7 crore has been sanctioned to ease traffic. 1250 police personnel will ensure security.

Andhra Pradesh: srikalahasti temple quickly catching up with Tirumala temple in terms of pilgrim footfall

TNN / Apr 28, 2022, 17:52 (IST)

The srikalahasti temple which is hailed as the 'Dakshina Kasi' and is famous for the Rahu-Khetu Sarpadosha Nivarana pujas, is quickly catching up with the renowned Lord Venkateswara temple at Tirumala in terms of pilgrim footfall.

Tirupati urban police unravel the mystery behind the installation of private idols at the srikalahasti temple

TNN / Sep 22, 2020, 17:52 (IST)

Tirupati urban police wing led by SP Avula Ramesh Reddy claimed to have to unravel the mystery private idols case installed at srikalahasti temple on September 6.

MLA lays foundation stone for temple development works worth Rs 4 cr at srikalahasti

TNN / Feb 14, 2024, 18:00 (IST)

srikalahasti YSRCP legislator Biyyapu Madhusudhan Reddy laid the foundation stone for the construction of a new shopping complex near Draupadi sametha Dharma Raju temple. An amount of Rs.70 lakh will be spent on this project.

YSRCP legislator condemns TDP chief's remarks over increased use of drugs and ganja at srikalahasti

TNN / Mar 31, 2024, 19:42 (IST)

TDP and YSRCP clash in srikalahasti over drug allegations. YSRCP MLA challenges former Chief minister's claims, while counter allegations are made against TDP nominee. Verbal duel intensifies with demands for proof and blood tests.

Forest fire at Kailasagiri creates panic at srikalahasti in Andhra Pradesh

TNN / Apr 12, 2023, 22:46 (IST)

A forest fire triggered by alleged human interference at the Kailasagiri hills led to panic in the officials at the Srikalahasteeswara Swamy Devastanams at srikalahasti in Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh on Wednesday.