Today, On 1st October, the Andhra Pradesh government paused the SIT investigation into the Tirupati laddu controversy, following a Supreme Court order amid concerns over public allegations of adulteration. The stay lasts until the next hearing on October 3, aimed at preserving the investigation’s integrity, as emphasized by the court’s response.
Today, On 29th September, Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud visited the Lord Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple in Tirumala on September 29 to offer prayers, continuing a tradition among public figures. He prayed in the sanctum sanctorum and received Vedic blessings, amid controversy regarding previous claims about the temple’s prasadam ingredients.
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A Supreme Court petition demands a Special Investigation Team to probe allegations of animal fat in Tirupati Laddu prasadam, igniting nationwide outrage among devotees. The Hindu Seva Samiti claims this contamination offends religious sentiments, prompting calls for accountability and quality control at the temple, while the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam assures restoration of sanctity.