Makar Sankranti 2023 News
On the occasion of Makar Sankranti, Vijay Deverakonda wished his fans and shared a glimpse of the puja from his house.
Makar Sankranti 2023: The star who headlines Zee Theatre's teleplay 'Sir Sir Sarla' recalls the sense of wonder she associated with the festival as a child.
Pongal, an important South Indian festival, honours Lord Surya Narayan, the planet's ruler, and is linked with crop harvesting
This year's four-day celebration will be held from January 15 to January 18
The second of the four-day celebrations, Thai Pongal, which falls on the first day of the Tamil Solar Calendar's 'Thai' month, coincides with Makar Sankranti
The harvest festival is both a religious and seasonal celebration dedicated to Surya, whom the Hindu community considers to be the Sun God
Makar Sankranti commemorates the sun's transit into Makara (Capricorn) raashi
The festival is widely observed in the Indian Subcontinent as well as by Hindus worldwide
Makar Sankranti is one of the most auspicious times of the year
It marks the transition of the Sun from Dakshinayan to Uttarayan
It is observed on January 14 every year
On the occasion of Makar Sankranti 2023, Indian Railways has cancelled multiple trains across the network; check the full list of cancelled trains and read on to find out IRCTC's refund rule for train cancellation.
Makar Sankranti commemorates the sun's transit into Makara (Capricorn) raashi (zodiac sign)
The festival is widely observed in the Indian Subcontinent as well as by Hindus worldwide
Makar Sankranti is celebrated differently in different parts of India
Happy Makar Sankranti 2023 Date: Here's what &TV artists have to say about the kite flying experiences and memories during this auspicious festival.
From the day of Makar Sankranti, the Sun's trip towards the Northern Hemisphere begins, and from Sagittarius, it enters Capricorn (Makar rashi)
The day marks the commencement of the harvest season
Like all Indian festivals, delicious food items are a part of this festival
Lohri and Makar Sankranti are one of the biggest festivals in India. Lohri is mainly celebrated in Punjab and the Sikh community, it marks the traditional end of the winter season.
Makar Sankranti, the festival of kites, is celebrated to mark the inaugural of the harvest season. It is believed that the Pandavas celebrated Makar Sankranti during their exile.
Mumbai police have banned nylon kite strings in the city
This is because these strings are coated with powdered glass
This can cause injuries when it comes in contact with humans or animals
From the day of Makar Sankranti, the Sun's journey towards the Northern Hemisphere begins
From Sagittarius, the Sun enters Capricorn (Makar rashi) on this day
The day marks the start of the harvest season and is widely celebrated by Hindus across India
While flying kites, animals, birds, and people come under the grip of Chinese Manjha, due to which they get injured and even killed.
Makar Sankranti marks the commencement of the harvest season
Kite flying is an integral part of Makar Sankranti celebrations
Makar Sankranti is usually celebrated on January 14 but this year there's confusion about the dates
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