LDF, BJP on confrontational path over TDB decision…

[ad_1]  The Travancore Devaswom Board’s (TDB) decision to hold an international conference of Ayyappa devotees at Sabarimala in September appears to have put the Left Democratic Front (LDF) government and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-backed…

TDB awaits confirmation of President’s visit

[ad_1] President Droupadi Murmu. Amid media reports that President Droupadi Murmu will visit Sabarimala on May 19 as previously scheduled, the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) is awaiting official confirmation before initiating arrangements.“As of now, what…

30% increase in rates of offerings at temples…

[ad_1] The Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) has decided to effect a 30% hike in the rates of offerings (Vazhipadu) at the 1,550-odd temples under the Devaswom Board, except for the Sabarimala Lord Ayyappa temple, TDB…