The Forgotten Pink Diamond: A Tirupati Scandal The Forgotten Pink Diamond: A Scandal Buried Under Political Alliances and Temple Prasadam Rows In the grand halls of Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD), one of India's richest temples, treasures donated by devotees over centuries adorn the deity of Lord Venkateswara. Among these, a alleged priceless pink diamond—part of a platinum necklace—sparked a firestorm in 2018. Yet, as Andhra Pradesh's political landscape shifts with alliances and elections, this multi-crore mystery has faded into obscurity. Why? And why do minor controversies like adulterated ghee and laddus dominate headlines today, while a potential heist of divine jewels gathers dust? This article uncovers the facts, the players, and the uncomfortable questions that demand answers. The Theft That Shook Tirupati: What Happened in 2018? It was May 2018, midway through N....
