AYYAPPA DEVOTEES
Sabarimala women entry issue resurfaces following ex-TDB chief's allegations
Alleged disclosures by former Travancore Devaswom Board president A Padmakumar have reignited the Sabarimala women's entry controversy. Reports suggest Padmakumar claimed he and a senior police officer were deliberately kept away from the temple premises on the day two women entered. He reportedly alleged a highly influential person orchestrated this. The CPI(M) has stated Padmakumar should clarify these claims himself.
Kerala HC orders independent re-evaluation of Sabarimala ghee sale
The Kerala High Court has ordered a fresh probe into alleged fund misappropriation by Travancore Devaswom Board employees. The court expressed dissatisfaction with the initial report, finding it minimized the loss to the Board. A senior officer will now re-evaluate the case to determine if corruption charges apply.
'Are you nation's chief priest'? SC questions Indian Young Lawyers Association in Sabarimala case
The Supreme Court slammed the Indian Young Lawyers Association for its 2006 PIL challenging the Sabarimala temple's entry ban for women. Justices questioned the association's locus standi, calling the PIL an "abuse of process of law." The bench suggested the association focus on bar welfare instead.
Why 2026 Kerala polls are crucial test for Congress-led United Democratic Front after Left front's decade in power
Kerala Exit Poll 2026: Exit polls suggest the Congress-led UDF could unseat Kerala's ruling LDF after a decade in opposition, with projections indicating a close contest. Key issues influencing the vote include anti-incumbency, economic anxieties, and the Sabarimala dispute, while both fronts promise extensive welfare measures.
Sabarimala Row: Supreme Court asks if non-believers can claim temple entry rights
The Supreme Court is examining the right of entry to religious places. A nine-judge bench questioned how a non-believer from North India could claim entry to Kerala's Sabarimala temple. The court is considering whether a devotee or a non-devotee is asserting this right. This hearing addresses discrimination against women at religious sites and the scope of religious freedom.
Sabarimala case: Will Constitution not come to rescue of believer who is not allowed to touch deity, asks Supreme Court
The Supreme Court questioned the chief priest of Sabarimala if the Constitution protects believers barred from touching the deity. The court is hearing petitions on discrimination against women at religious sites, including Sabarimala. The chief priest argued that rituals are integral to religion and devotees must accept a deity's characteristics.
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Courts can't sit in judgement in matters of religious belief of denomination: TDB to Supreme Court
The Travancore Devaswom Board told the Supreme Court of India that courts cannot judge religious beliefs, which must be determined by the faith of the community. The submission came during hearings led by Surya Kant on petitions related to religious freedom and women’s entry to the Sabarimala temple.
Kerala HC extends time for Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau to complete probe in Sabarimala ghee sale scam
The Kerala High Court has granted the vigilance bureau an additional 30 days to investigate alleged misappropriation of funds from 'Adiya Sishtam Ghee' sales at Sabarimala. Nine more TDB staff are now suspected, and poor record-keeping has hampered the probe. The court emphasized a thorough investigation to fix individual accountability and ensure swift action.
Hinduism will be adversely impacted if temples restrict entry on ground of denominations: SC
The Supreme Court has voiced concerns that restricting temple entry based on religious sects could harm Hinduism and divide society. A nine-judge bench is hearing petitions on religious freedom and discrimination. Arguments were made regarding the rights of religious denominations versus state powers to open temples.
Can non-devotees of Lord Ayyappa challenge customs of Sabarimala temple: Supreme Court to Centre
Supreme Court is diving into a pivotal discussion about the authority to contest religious customs, as a nine-judge bench examines petitions alleging discrimination within religious facilities. Justice Nagarathna queried Solicitor General Tushar Mehta about the origins of petitions in the Sabarimala case, specifically whether non-devotees have the standing to challenge temple traditions.
Cannot be three days of untouchability for women, says Justice B V Nagarathna during Sabarimala case hearing
A Supreme Court judge has voiced strong disapproval of the practice of barring menstruating women from the Sabarimala temple. Justice B V Nagarathna stated that women should not face three days of untouchability each month. The court is hearing arguments on faith versus fundamental rights.
Video: Govt announces special flight concession for Sabarimala pilgrims; Key details every Ayyappa devotee must know
Devotees undertaking the Sabarimala pilgrimage can now carry their sacred ‘irumudi’ as cabin luggage on flights. This new regulation, in effect until 20 January, is intended to provide convenience while respecting religious traditions. The Ministry of Civil Aviation has confirmed that all security protocols will be strictly observed.
Sabarimala triggers heated debate on election day in Kerala
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said Lord Ayyappa, the presiding deity at the Sabarimala, and all other gods are with the LDF govt which has worked for the welfare of people. LoP Ramesh Chennithala in his reaction said the Left government would surely face the wrath of the Lord Ayyyppa and his devotees in this election.
LDF govt tried to "destabilise" sacred places, says PM Modi
The Ayyappa devotees, who should have been welcomed with flowers, were lathi-charged, Modi said bringing up the Sabarimala women entry issue at an election rally at Konni in Pathnamthitta district, near the famous Lord Ayyappa shrine.
Every genuine devotee will be offered necessary assistance at Sabarimala: Kerala government to High Court
The state also informed the court that necessary and requisite action would be taken to maintain law and order in Sabarimala.
Sabarimala temple opens for Makkaravilakku festival
The temple, which had witnessed frenzied protests from devotees over the entry of women of menstruating age, had closed on Dec 27, marking the culmination of the 41-day annual Mandala puja festivities.
Opposition leaders on way to Sabarimala briefly blocked by police
Police initially said they cannot be allowed to visit the Lord Ayyappa temple in such large numbers in view of the prohibitory orders, but later permitted them.
Every genuine devotee will be offered necessary assistance at Sabarimala: Kerala government to HC
The state also informed the court that necessary and requisite action would be taken to maintain law and order in Sabarimala.
Every genuine devotee will be offered necessary assistance at Sabarimala: Kerala government to HC
The state also informed the court that necessary and requisite action would be taken to maintain law and order in Sabarimala.
Sabarimala turns into police fortress as Ayyappa temple set to open
As many as 2,300 personnel, including a 20-member commando team and 100 women, have been deployed to ensure smooth 'darshan' and security of devotees.
Sabarimala protest: Number of persons arrested crosses 3,000
Condemning the police action on the Ayyappa devotees, BJP in Kerala has said it would observe a day long fast in front of the DGP office here tomorrow.
Every genuine devotee will be offered necessary assistance at Sabarimala: Kerala government to HC
The state also informed the court that necessary and requisite action would be taken to maintain law and order in Sabarimala.
Amit Shah backs Sabarimala devotees, slams Kerala government on arrest of protesters
Addressing party workers after inaugurating the district BJP office here, Shah said the state government was using police force to challenge the protest by devotees.
Security beefed up at Sabarimala temple amid reports of entry of women
Police have tightened the security at Sannidhanam and other areas following the reported move of some women to visit the temple.
Protests erupt over rumours of Tamil Nadu woman climbing Sabarimala hill
The woman carrying 'irumudikkettu' (holy bundle) climbed the 18 holy steps amid security cover to reach the temple and have 'darshan'.
What you might want to know about Sabarimala
Despite all the latest debate surrounding Sabarimala, a lot of people still know little about the temple.
Sabarimala row: Devotees force woman journalist to turn back
Police have thrown a security ring around the woman accompanied by her colleague, a foreigner.
Tension mounts as devotees stop women from travelling to Sabarimala
Chanting 'swamiya saranam Ayyappa' matras aloud and clapping their hands, women devotee had been inspecting vehicles at various points en route to Sabarimala since last evening.
Lord Ayyappa women devotees take vow to abide by tradition
Woman devotees took the vow at Valluvar Kottam here after a puja-ceremony to the accompaniment of 'chenda melam,' a traditional percussion instrument of Kerala.
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