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Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], April 3 (ANI): The Painkuni Arattu at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport remains one of the world's most unique intersections of ancient tradition and modern infrastructure. This centuries-old ritual, which predates the airport itself, highlights a rare moment where global aviation protocols are paused to honour local heritage, a rare moment where modern aviation gave way to living tradition. Also Read | RBI Assistant Admit Card 2026 Released at rbi.o ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], April 3 (ANI): The Painkuni Arattu at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport remains one of the world's most unique intersections of ancient tradition and modern infrastructure. This centuries-old ritual, which predates the airport itself, highlights a rare moment where global aviation protocols are paused to honour local heritage, a rare moment where modern aviation gave way to living tradition. The occasion was the annual Painkuni Arattu procession of S ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram: A confluence of tradition and modernity occurred at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport as the annual Painkuni Arattu procession of Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple traversed the active runway, temporarily suspending air traffic and drawing thousands of devotees. The event showcased a unique instance where the demands of contemporary aviation yielded to centuries-old religious practice. The Painkuni Arattu, named after the Malayalam calendar month "Painkuni" and signifying t ...Read More >
"On April 2, 2026, flight services will be suspended from 16.45 hrs to 2100 hrs to enable the smooth continuation of the holy Painkuni Arattu procession of Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple through our runway," it said in an advisory. It said that the updated timings of the flights are available with the respective airlines. The airport has been pausing operations and rescheduling flights twice every year for decades to enable the bi-annual centuries-old ceremonial procession of the shrine to pass t ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], April 2 (ANI): Aircraft movements paused, and the runway fell silent at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport on Thursday as a centuries-old ritual unfolded, drawing thousands of devotees and offering a rare moment where modern aviation gave way to living tradition. On the occasion of the annual Painkuni Arattu, a procession of Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple was carried out, remembering a festival rooted in Kerala's royal and spiritual heritage and historica ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], April 2 (ANI): Aircraft movements paused, and the runway fell silent at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport on Thursday as a centuries-old ritual unfolded, drawing thousands of devotees and offering a rare moment where modern aviation gave way to living tradition. On the occasion of the annual Painkuni Arattu, a procession of Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple was carried out, remembering a festival rooted in Kerala's royal and spiritual heritage and historica ...Read More >
The sanctum sanctorum of the temple would be opened in the evening under the aegis of the current temple 'tantri' (head priest) and the 'melshanthi' (chief priest) would lead the rituals. With just a day left for the commencement of the annual pilgrimage season, arrangements are in full swing in Sabarimala Lord Ayyappa Temple to welcome lakhs of devotees from across the world. The 41-day-long Mandala pilgrimage season will begin on Monday, the first day of Malayalam month of Vrichikam and the ...Read More >
Kochi: At least two persons have been arrested so far by the Kerala high court-constituted special investigation team (SIT), which has been probing the misappropriation of gold from the gold-plated copper sheets covering the 'Dwarapalaka' sculptures and the side frames of the sanctum sanctorum at the Sabarimala Sree Ayyappa temple - a case that has escalated into a major political controversy in the state ahead of crucial local body polls. The temple on the hill of Sabarimala, where the presidi ...Read More >
Pathanamthitta (Kerala) [India], October 18 (ANI): Prasad E.D. has been selected as the new Melsanthi (chief priest) of the Sabarimala Temple, while Manu Namboothiri M.G has been chosen as the Melsanthi of Malikappuram Temple, according to the Travancore Devaswom Board release. The announcement came after the arrest of Unnikrishnan Potti, the prime accused in the Sabarimala gold theft case, by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) appointed by the Kerala High Court. Potti has been remanded to po ...Read More >
KOCHI: A month ahead of the Mandala festival season, the Sabarimala Lord Ayyappa temple selected the melsanthi (chief priest) on Saturday. E D Prasad of Erannoor Mana at Mattathur Kunnu in Chalakudy has been selected the chief priest. M G Manu Namboothiri of Mayyanad in Kollam district will serve as the melsanthi of Malikappuram temple. The new melsanthis will assume charge on November 17, the first day of the Malayalam month of Vrischikam. The two-month-long Mandala Makaravilakku season will ...Read More >
Pathanamthitta: E D Prasad from Chalakudy has been selected as the new Melsanthi (chief priest) of the Sabarimala temple. The selection was made through the traditional draw of lots held at Sannidhanam around 8 am on Saturday. Prasad, a member of the Erannoor Mana in Chalakudy, is currently serving as the Melsanthi of the Areshwaram Sree Dharma Sastha Temple. The draw for the Sabarimala Melsanthi was conducted by Kashyap Varma of the Pandalam royal family. He is the son of Shailendra Varma from ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram: More than 3,000 Lord Ayyappa devotees from around the world are expected to take part in the upcoming Global Ayyappa Sangamam, the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) said in a statement on Sunday. The event, being held as part of the platinum jubilee celebrations of the temple board, will be inaugurated by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan at Pampa on September 20 at 10.30 am. The proposed event has already triggered reactions from various political parties and community organis ...Read More >
Onam is the biggest festival in Kerala. People from all communities celebrate it, and the mood is always lively. The festival marks the homecoming of King Mahabali. He is remembered as a ruler who was fair and generous. Onam usually happens in August or September, in the Malayalam month of Chingam. The main day is Thiruvonam, which everyone looks forward to. In the days before Onam, homes are cleaned and decorated. Pookalams, which are floral designs, appear at entrances and courtyards. Flowers ...Read More >
Onam 2025 is approaching, celebrating King Mahabali's return with vibrant festivities. Kerala transforms into a spectacle of flower carpets, boat races, and grand feasts. The festival blends tradition with modern expressions through wishes, messages, and social media statuses. It emphasizes community, joy, and the spirit of sharing during this auspicious time. The auspicious Onam festival is round the corner, which honours King Mahabali, the benevolent ruler who returns every year to check in o ...Read More >
Kurnool: For the first time ever, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu formally opened four crest gates -- 6, 7, 8, and 11 -- of the Srisailam reservoir on Tuesday, releasing water downstream. This marked the first instance of a sitting Chief Minister personally releasing water from the dam. As of 5 pm, the reservoir was receiving heavy inflows of 1.94 lakh cusecs from the upper catchment areas, while an outflow of 1,94,641 cusecs was being discharged. The water level in the reservoir has reache ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): BJP MP Gulam Ali Khatana, who was part of the all-party parliamentary delegation to Europe, said that during their recently conclued visit they successfully communicated India's development story and its resolute stand against terrorism, particularly emanating from Pakistan. Highlighting the delegation's key discussions during the tour, Khatana told ANI, 'We discussed how we dismantled the terrorism factory in Pakistan by responding... We also talked about touri ...Read More >
Madurai, June 8 (UNI) On a two-day visit to this temple town, Union Home Minister Amit Shah offered prayers at the famous Meenakshi Amman Temple here on Sunday. He was received at the temple entrance with the traditional 'Poorna Kumbham' honours by the temple authorities. Mr Amit Shah spent about 30 minutes at the temple and had darshan at various sannidhis. Tight security arrangements were made in all the four entry points of the temple. Devotees were allowed entry only through three ent ...Read More >
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