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Ahead of the Srivari Salakatla Brahmotsavam, TTD Additional EO C.H. Venkaiah directed officials to ensure hassle-free accommodation arrangements for devotees. He also ordered that 60% of rooms in mutts and Karnataka Choultries be brought under the control of the Reception Department during the festival.


Krishna Janmashtami is one of the most sacred Hindu festivals, celebrated with great devotion across India and around the world. The festival marks the birth of Lord Krishna, regarded as the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu.

Preparations for the second phase of the Kedarnath Yatra have been intensified in Uttarakhandโs Rudraprayag district. Helicopter services, which were suspended during the monsoon, are scheduled to resume from September 15, 2026, subject to a DGCA safety inspection. Authorities are also upgrading infrastructure and strengthening monitoring systems across the sensitive Himalayan region.

TTD has warned devotees against cyber frauds involving fake websites and unauthorized agents offering Srivari Darshan and seva tickets. Devotees have been advised to use only official TTD platforms for all bookings, while authorities continue legal action against fraudsters.
The Sri Kanaka Durga Temple in Vijayawada has prohibited devotees from carrying mobile phones inside the temple premises. Visitors must deposit their phones at designated counters before entering, as part of enhanced security and improved crowd management measures.

The annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra has achieved a major milestone, with the number of pilgrims visiting the holy cave shrine crossing the three-lakh mark within just 12 days. The record participation highlights the deep spiritual significance of the pilgrimage and the strong response from devotees across the country. Authorities are continuing efforts to ensure smooth movement, safety, and better facilities for pilgrims.

Ambubachi Mela, one of the most significant spiritual festivals in India, is observed every year at the Kamakhya Devi Temple in Guwahati, Assam. During this period, the templeโs inner sanctum remains closed for three days. According to religious beliefs, Goddess Kamakhya undergoes her annual cycle during this time, and the closure symbolizes giving the divine feminine energy a period of rest. After special purification rituals, the temple reopens for devotees.

A family from Madanapalle donated a 2.610 kg silver Naga Bharanam to the Srisailam temple. The offering was received by temple authorities, who honored the donors with Vedic blessings, prasadam, and sacred cloths.






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