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Tirupati temple bought silk shawls, got polyester instead; probe ordered

Tirupati temple bought silk shawls, got polyester instead; probe ordered

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Hyderabad: First came the scandal over the ghee used in the famed Tirupati laddus; now, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) which manages the famous temple of Lord Venkateshwara at Tirumala in Andhra Pradesh’s Tirupati district, has ordered a comprehensive inquiry by the state’s Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) into an alleged ₹54 crore fraud in supply of shawls between 2015 and 2025, board officials said. A team of officials from the Union ministry of textiles also visited Tirumala last month, conducted an independent inquiry and submitted a confidential report to the board confirming the irregularities. (Representative photo) TTD trust board member G Bhanuprakash Reddy said the board, in its meeting on October 28, decided to request a detailed inquiry by ACB and take appropriate action against the suppliers of shawls. The board resolution was publicised this week. “The decision was taken based on an internal inquiry conducted by the chief vigilance and security officer of TTD, which revealed that the contractors, in collusion with some officials, supplied 100% polyester shawls while billing them as the pure mulberry …

Former TTD official found dead on railway track in Andhra

Former TTD official found dead on railway track in Andhra

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Anantapur , A government official, who worked with TTD and reported a cash offerings theft at the Tirupati temple, was found dead under suspicious circumstances in the district on Friday, police said. Former TTD official found dead on railway track in Andhra Anantapur district Assistant Superintendent of Police Rohit Kumar Choudhary said that the body of Satish Kumar was found on the railway tracks and was shifted to the Government General Hospital for a post-mortem. “The circumstances surrounding Satish Kumar’s death remain unclear at this stage, and the identity is also yet to be ascertained,” Choudhary told PTI, noting that investigators are awaiting forensic examination results to determine if there was any foul play. Police received information at around 11 am when railway workers discovered the body during routine maintenance work and immediately alerted Government Railway Police officials. Incidentally, Satish Kumar had filed a complaint against Ravi Kumar for allegedly stealing from the Tirupati temple’s cash counting centre, known as Parakamani. Satish Kumar was regarded as a key officer in the Parakamani theft case at …

Tirupati temple board takes action against 18 employees for non-compliance with Hindu religious practices – India TV

Tirupati temple board takes action against 18 employees for non-compliance with Hindu religious practices – India TV

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Image Source : PTI (FILE) Tirupati Temple The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has taken action against 18 employees for not following Hindu religious practices during TTD festivals and rituals. According to a statement from TTD, the action was taken under the direction of TTD Chairman BR Naidu.  “Following the directions of TTD Chairman BR Naidu, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has initiated action against employees adhering to non-Hindu religious practices while working in the institution,” the statement read. “Authorities have identified 18 employees who, despite being employed by TTD, are following non-Hindu religious traditions. Orders have been issued for disciplinary action against 18 identified employees who are participating in non-Hindu religious activities while also taking part in TTD festivals and rituals,” added the statement. ‘Transfer or retire’ In addition, as part of efforts to maintain the spiritual integrity of TTD’s operations, the Board has proposed transferring these employees to other government departments or offering them voluntary retirement. “The TTD Board has recently resolved to either transfer such employees to government departments or facilitate their exit …

Tirupati Temple Board Transfers 18 Employees Over ‘Non-Hindu Religious Activities’

Tirupati Temple Board Transfers 18 Employees Over ‘Non-Hindu Religious Activities’

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Last Updated:February 05, 2025, 19:19 IST This decision comes after the board’s executive order, issued on February 1, which named employees who were found to be involved in practices inconsistent with Hindu traditions **EDS, YEARENDERS 2022: FESTIVITIES AND GATHERINGS RETURN POST-PANDEMIC** Tirupati: Devotees take part in the golden chariot procession of the Lord Venkateswara temple on the occasion of auspicious Vaikuntha Ekadasi, at Tirumala in Tirupati, Thursday, Jan. 13, 2022. (PTI Photo) ( The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) Board, which manages the famous Sri Venkateswara temple in Andhra Pradesh, has transferred 18 of its employees for allegedly participating in “non-Hindu religious activities”. This decision comes after the board’s executive order, issued on February 1, which named employees who were found to be involved in practices inconsistent with Hindu traditions. Among those transferred are six teachers from various TTD educational institutes, including Dr K.V. Vijaya Bhaskar Reddy, a professor at S.V. Ayurvedic College, and K. Sujatha and G. Asuntha, who serve as a lecturer and principal at the SPW Degree and PG College, The Indian Express …

Tirupati stampede Chandrababu Naidu led Andhra government announces exgratia Rs 25 lakh each for families of victims – India TV

Tirupati stampede Chandrababu Naidu led Andhra government announces exgratia Rs 25 lakh each for families of victims – India TV

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Image Source : PTI Injured victims of a stampede, broke out late Wednesday night at Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple, being treated at a hospital, in Tirupati. Tirupati stampede: The Andhra Pradesh government on Thursday (January 9) announced compensation of Rs 25 lakh each to the families of the six devotees who died in the stampede on Wednesday night (January 8) during the distribution of tickets for a sacred event at the Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple. Andhra Pradesh Revenue Minister Anagani Satya Prasad said, “We cannot replace life with anything else but we will support the families. We have announced Rs 25 lakhs.The CM will talk to the injured people…”. Revenue minister Satya Prasad made the announcement after a ministerial team called on the families of the deceased at Ruia Hospital. The delegation which included ministers Anita, Parthasarthy and Anam Ramnarayan Reddy also called on the injured at SVIMS Hospital. The ministers termed the incident as unfortunate. They said the investigations were on to find out if the incident was a result of any hasty action or …

Woman dies in Tirupati stampede, husband finds out from viral video: ‘We looked desperately…’ | Trending

Woman dies in Tirupati stampede, husband finds out from viral video: ‘We looked desperately…’ | Trending

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Jan 09, 2025 11:57 AM IST Shanthi was among the six people who died in the stampede at Tirupati on Wednesday. Her husband Venkatesh found out about her death from a viral video. Six people died and several others were injured in the Tirupati stampede incident on Wednesday. Among those who died was Shanthi, a woman from Visakhapatnam who had travelled to Tirupati temple with her husband and son on the occasion of Vaikuntha Ekadashi. A stampede-like situation occurred at Vishnu Nivasam during the distribution of Tirumala Srivari Vaikuntha Dwara Darshan tokens, in Tirupati on Wednesday. Reportedly, four devotees died in the incident. (ANI)(HT_PRINT) However, what should have been a joyous trip for the family took a tragic turn on late Wednesday, when Shanthi lost her life in the stampede. According to NDTV, Shanthi, her husband Venkatesh, and their son had lined up near the Vishnu Niwasam at Tirupati to collect tokens for the special ‘darshan’. At one point, another woman in the queue started feeling unwell. Chaos unfolded when authorities opened a gate to …

Janhvi Kapoor Seeks Blessings At Tirupati Temple With Rumoured BF Shikhar Pahariya And His Mother | Video

Janhvi Kapoor Seeks Blessings At Tirupati Temple With Rumoured BF Shikhar Pahariya And His Mother | Video

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Last Updated:January 04, 2025, 20:58 IST Janhvi Kapoor began New Year 2025 on an auspicious note! She was seen visiting Tirumala Tirupati temple with her rumored boyfriend, Shikhar Pahariya, and his mother, Smruti Shinde. Janhvi Kapoor Visits Tirupati Temple With Rumoured BF Shikhar Pahariya And His Mother (Pic Credit: X/ANI) Janhvi Kapoor and her rumoured boyfriend Shikhar Pahariya began 2025 on a spiritual note. The rumoured lovebirds were spotted visiting the Tirumala Tirupati temple in Andhra Pradesh, and they were also accompanied by Shikhar’s mother Smruti Shinde. Videos from Janhvi and Shikhar seeking blessings at the Tirupati temple have surfaced on social media, and the actress also shared some pictures as she got dressed traditionally in a beautiful silk saree. A video shared by ANI shows Janhvi Kapoor and Shikhar Pahariya making their way inside the Tirupati temple, while being surrounded by security. The actress’ fans were seen clicking selfies with her, and while she continued walking, she politely smiles for a few pictures. They were also joined by Shikhar Pahariya’s mother Smruti Shinde. Janhvi …

CBI forms SIT to probe into the adulteration allegations – India TV

CBI forms SIT to probe into the adulteration allegations – India TV

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Image Source : PTI/FILE CBI forms SIT to probe into the adulteration allegations Following the Supreme Court’s direction, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has formed an independent SIT to investigate allegations of the use of animal fat in making Tirupati laddus. According to the information, the team comprises five officials – two from the central agency, two from Andhra Pradesh Police and one from FSSAI. Andhra Pradesh DGP Ch Dwaraka Tirumala Rao said that the state government has nominated senior IPS officers Sarvashresth Tripathi and Gopinath Jetti for the CBI Director-monitored Special Investigation Team. The official said, “After we sent the names, the CBI Director formed the five-member committee. We have taken approval from the state government and sent those two names (Tripathi and Gopinath Jetti ) to the CBI (to be included in the SIT).” Notably, Tripathi and Gopinath Jetti were also part of the SIT formed by the state government to look into the alleged adulteration. However, the panel later became defunct after the Supreme Court’s order. SC ordered probe supervision by CBI …

Tirupati controversy has led to increase in demand for Nandini ghee

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Nandini ghee is a popular product of Karnataka Milk Federation. | Photo Credit: MANJUNATH HS The controversy over the ghee being supplied to the temple in Tirupati has led to an increase in demand for Nandini products. “The TTD prasadam issue has created a high demand for clarified butter sold by Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) under the Nandini Ghee brand,” MLA and District Milk Union chairman Balachandra Jarkiholi said in Belagavi on September 23. “Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu’s allegation of adulteration of laddus has created an unprecedented high demand for Nandini ghee in India,” the former KMF chairman told reporters. Years ago, KMF supplied ghee to the temple to make laddus. Later, with a change in leadership in the temple committee, the order was cancelled, and tenders were called. KMF did not supply ghee as the company could not match the lowest quoted price. “We did not want to compromise on quality and therefore did not participate in the tender process. The tender for the supply of ghee was awarded to a private …

FSSAI sends show cause notice to company supplying ghee to Tirupati temple

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The country’s apex food safety regulator has sent a show cause notice to A R Dairy, which was one of the suppliers of ghee to the Sri Venkateswara temple in Tirupati, asking why its licence should not be suspended as its product allegedly did not meet the standards set for ghee. According to the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India notice, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) — which manages the Tirupati temple — sent the samples to Gujarat’s Centre for Analysis and Learning in Livestock and Food for testing. This comes after allegations emerged that the ghee that was being used to make the laddoo offerings at the temple had been adulterated with animal fat. A R Dairy, a Tamil Nadu-based company, has denied allegations that their ghee was adulterated. “After analysis, the sample from your firm … has failed to meet the parameters and your firm has been blacklisted. In view of all the above stated… show cause as to why your central licence shall not be suspended for contravention,” the notice said. …