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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay ordered closure of 717 TASMAC liquor outlets, including shops near temples, schools and bus stands, amid growing prohibition demands. Opposition Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam dismissed the move as a publicity stunt, questioning the government’s sincerity and intent behind the decision

Major temples in Hyderabad and its outskirts have begun witnessing a significant influx of devotees. Extensive arrangements have been made at the renowned Ramalingeshwara temple atop Keesaragutta, which attracts a large number of worshippers.

From early in the morning, devotees were seen standing in long, winding queues at the temples to receive the 'uttaradwara' darshan of the presiding deities.

From the early hours of Wednesday, the managements of temples, mosques, churches, and Gurudwaras across Hyderabad began cleaning activities, followed by special rituals and religious events. These gatherings were held to pray for a prosperous year for their communities and for the well-being of all.

In the meeting, the DCP instructed officials to strengthen security at religious sites, including installing comprehensive CCTV coverage with a backup of at least 30 to 45 days and ensuring adequate lighting both inside and around the temples. The official emphasized the need for trained watchmen for 24/7 security and stressed the importance of regularly emptying garbage bins to prevent stray dogs and animals from scattering food remains.

Executive Officer Sankatala Srinivas reported that 10,000 to 15,000 devotees from various parts of the district and neighboring districts—Kumram Bheem Asifabad, Nirmal, Adilabad, Peddapalli, and Jagtial—gathered to offer special prayers, forming long queue lines. Many devotees also took a holy dip in the Godavari River on the village outskirts before joining the rituals.

"If you vote for the Congress party for freebies, all our temples, homes, and mutts will be handed over to Muslims," Tejasvi Surya stated at a press briefing at the BJP headquarters in Bengaluru. He added, "If Congress is elected again, there won’t be any future freebies, and Hindu pilgrimage centers like Dharmasthala and Sringeri may cease to exist."

The State government sanctioned Rs.20 crore for conducting Bonalu festivities in major temples in Hyderabad, Secunderabad, Ranga Reddy and Medchal Malkajgiri and others, she said.

Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has alleged corruption and maladministration by the previous government in the TTD administration

She further said that many people have been asking me about various temples but I have nothing to say. I have always said, "Dhorma Jaar Jaar, Utsob Shobaar"

The incident took place in Karadikkal village, situated within the Madikkal panchayath of Krishnagiri district in Tamil Nadu.

The renowned Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Devasthanam in Yadadri Bhuvangiri and Sri Vidya Saraswathi Saneschara Temple, Wargal, Siddipet have been certified as ‘Eat Right Place of Workship’ as per the benchmarks established by FSSAI

A Indrakaran Reddy said proposals to consider power supply connections to temples under domestic category were cleared

Karimnagar: Famous temples in the erstwhile Karimnagar district have been closed due to lunar eclipse on Tuesday. Vemulawada Rajarajeshwara Swamy, Dharmapuri Laxminarsimha Swamy, Kondagattu Anjaneya Swamy and other shrines were closed early in the morning after morning prayers. Vemulawada temple was closed after performing “Prahatkalapuja” at 5.38 am. Temple will be reopened in the evening […]

The petitioner Prof. P L Vishweshwara Rao also questioned whether the said offering would be just and proper in a secular democracy.

Hyderabad: For the smooth conduct of Bonalu festivities, a series of works near temples including laying of roads, sanitation, drinking water arrangements, illumination, health camps, installing surveillance cameras, etc are underway in the city with Rs 100 crore. To further scale up safety near temples, police personnel and SHE Teams will be deployed. In addition […]

Nirmal: Forest Minister Allola Indrakaran Reddy took part in installation of the idol of presiding deity of Sri Venkateshwara Swamy temple at New Velmal village in Soan mandal on Wednesday. Speaking on the occasion, Indrakaran Reddy said that funds Rs 66 lakh were granted for constructing the temple and Rs 30 lakh was already spent. […]

Bengaluru: Amid all the din and commotion in the state following ban calls on Muslim traders by Hindutva groups, the ruling BJP government is all set to clear temple premises in Karnataka of Muslim vendors, according to sources. Already, the state government has declared on the floor of the House that there is no provision […]

Minister along with MLA Ch Ramesh Babu laid the foundation for revival of Kodanda Ramalayam in Nagaram of Konaraopet mandal

Minister reviewed the development works under progress at different temples and proposed works with endowments officials