Dr. Thejo Kumari Amudala has been awarded the prestigious Bharat Ratna 2025 for her dedication to social service and contributions to the development of the country. The event, graced by BJP Minister Chandan Kumar Choudhary, marks her as the first recipient of this award in 2025. Born in Tirupati and currently residing in Hyderabad, Dr. Thejo Kumari has worked tirelessly towards social justice, healthcare, education, and women empowerment, receiving global recognition and previous awards, including the Nelson Mandela Nobel Peace Prize. This award solidifies her legacy and serves as an inspiration for future generations to strive for positive change.
In a tragic incident on Wednesday evening, a stampede near Vishnu Nivasam in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, killed six devotees and caused injuries to many others. The stampede occurred during preparations for the annual Vaikunta Dwara Darshanam festival, known for its special access to Lord Venkateswara Swamy Temple. Despite efforts by officials to manage the crowds and distribute tokens, the overwhelming number of devotees resulted in a stampede-like situation. An inquiry has been launched to review safety protocols and ensure better crowd management in the upcoming days of the festival.
In the aftermath of a tragic stampede at the Sri Venkateswara Swami Temple in Tirumala, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has taken swift action by suspending officials and ordering a judicial probe into the incident. Criticizing the lack of responsibility and failure to assess the situation, Naidu's political opponents are also utilizing the incident to attack his government. Amidst the controversy, the temple's reputation for managing large crowds has taken a hit and measures are being suggested to prevent such incidents in the future.
Satish is mourning the loss of his wife Lavanya, who tragically died in a stampede at the revered Tirumala temple during the annual pilgrimage. Lavanya had excitedly shared a selfie with her family and friends from the queue for tokens, moments before the stampede occurred. Reports reveal that the incident was triggered by an elderly woman who required medical attention, causing chaos and a surge of devotees towards the gates. The tragedy has shaken the thousands who had gathered for the auspicious occasion.
At least six people were killed and 40 others injured in a tragic stampede at the famous Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple in Tirupati, India. The incident happened during the rush for tickets to the annual Vaikunta Dwara Darshanam, which is known to attract a massive crowd every year. The injured are receiving treatment and leaders, including the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, have expressed their condolences and are closely monitoring the situation.
President Droupadi Murmu expressed her distress and offered heartfelt condolences to the families of devotees who lost their lives in a stampede at Tirupati on Thursday. She also prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured and urged for better crowd management at religious places. The stampede occurred on Wednesday night as devotees were jostling for tickets at the Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple on Tirumala Hills for the Vaikunta Dwara Darshanam.
A stampede at Tirupati's Vaikuntha Dwara Darshan ticketing center left four devotees dead and several injured. Despite being in the vicinity of a major religious site, the incident highlights the lack of effective crowd management and safety protocols. Multiple investigations have been launched into the tragedy, with promises of compensation and structural reform to avoid future incidents.
At least six people were killed and dozens were injured in a stampede at the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh. The incident occurred as devotees gathered in large numbers to receive tokens for the Vaikunta Ekadasi festival. The Chief Minister has ordered an inquiry into the incident and will visit the temple on Thursday to announce ex-gratia for the families of the deceased.
Popular Kannada actor Dr Shivarajkumar, fondly known as Shivanna, has left for the United States to undergo a crucial surgery for his auto-immune disease. Before his departure, he completed his professional commitments, highlighting his dedication to work. His wife Geetha has been managing their film production work in his absence and the couple recently sought blessings at the Tirupati Temple. Shivanna's fans and the film industry are rallying around him, offering support and wishing for his speedy recovery.
Tamil actress Keerthy Suresh has tied the knot with Antony Thattil in a beautiful ceremony in Goa. The couple shared their first official wedding pictures on Instagram, showcasing their intimate ceremony officiated by a priest and attended by their loved ones, including their dog. Fans flooded the post with congratulatory messages and the bride revealed that she sought blessings from the Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Tirupati ahead of her wedding, which was confirmed to take place in December.