Lord Ayyappa
President Droupadi Murmu Makes History as First Woman Head of State to Offer Prayers at Sabarimala Temple
Oct 23, 2025 02:50 am CST
President Droupadi Murmu made history as the first female head of state to visit the sacred Lord Ayyappa temple in Sabarimala, Kerala. Following traditional rituals including washing her feet in the Pampa river and carrying the sacred irumudikkettu bundle, she ascended the 18 holy steps and offered prayers for the nation's wellbeing. Her landmark visit marks only the second time an Indian President has journeyed to this remote hill shrine.
Prasad E D Appointed as New Chief Priest of Sabarimala Lord Ayyappa Temple Ahead of Annual Pilgrimage Season
Oct 18, 2025 03:29 pm CST
The renowned Sabarimala Lord Ayyappa temple has appointed Prasad E D from Thrissur as its new chief priest (melsanthi) through traditional selection methods, weeks before the annual Manadalam-Makaravilakku pilgrimage begins. Meanwhile, Manu Namboothiri M G will serve as the chief priest of the nearby Malikappuram shrine. The temple is already witnessing heavy pilgrim crowds with President Draupadi Murmu scheduled to visit on October 22.
Engine Starts After Breakfast: Oil Kumar Swaps Meals For Motor Oil
Sep 19, 2025 05:12 pm CST
A Karnataka man has captured public attention for his highly unusual dietary habits. 'Oil Kumar' from the Shivamogga district allegedly drinks tea and nearly seven to eight litres of engine oil daily.