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Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala celebrate their first Pongal after marriage, drops inside celebration pictures.
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The Raja Saab: This is Prabhas second film after the monumental success of ‘Kalki: 2898 AD’, and will see him stepping away from his larger-than-life, intense roles.
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Makar Sankranti, one of the most significant harvest festivals in India, marks the transition of the Sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn (Makar), signaling the end of the winter solstice and the beginning of longer days. Celebrated with zeal and fervor, Makar Sankranti has regional significance and is celebrated in diverse ways across the country. Let’s take a journey through India and explore the unique customs and traditions associated with this vibrant festival.
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Celebrated mainly in South India, particularly Tamil Nadu, Pongal is observed in the month of Thai according to the Tamil solar calendar
Pongal 2024 is being celebrated on January 15
January 15 is also celebrated as Makar Sankranti in North India
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With festivals like Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Lohri commencing, here are our top five saree recommendations to embrace the festivities in its full spirit.
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Whether in the form of necklaces, bangles, earrings, or rings, Temple Jewellery adds an artful touch to any ensemble
Kanjeevaram sarees, a true delight to wear and behold, stand as a testament to the artistry and skill of silk weavers
Adding a touch of tradition to contemporary styles, Ethnic Sandals are stepping into the limelight
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According to Hindu mythology, Sankranti - a Hindu deity - killed a demon called Sankarasur on the following day of Makar Sankranti
It's also believed that if someone dies on the day of Sankranti, they go straight to paradise
Flying kites and preparing sweets with sesame seeds are done on this day
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Veganuary is a global charity that encourages people worldwide to try vegan for January and beyond
It was founded in 2014 and since then more than 2.5 million people have taken the 31-day plant-based pledge from almost every country in the world
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This year Mattu Pongal is being celebrated on 16 Jan
Mattu Pongal celebration is also known as Cow Pongal
The preparation of the traditional "Pongal" dish is the festival's most important custom
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Jallikattu is also known as 'Eru Thazhuvuthal' and 'Mancuvirattu
Jallikattu events are scheduled to be held in Palamedu and Alanganallur
300 bull tamers and 150 spectators are allowed in a Jallikattu event
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On the occasion of Makar Sankranti, Vijay Deverakonda wished his fans and shared a glimpse of the puja from his house.
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An 18-year-old spectator was gored to death by a raging bull at the Avaniyapuram Jallikattu in Madurai.
The popular bull-taming competition was held on Pongal day.
It also left about 59 people, including tamers, bull owners and spectators injured.
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Extending his Pongal greetings to the people, Rajinikanth on Friday urged everybody to follow all the rules and restrictions to safeguard themselves against Covid 19.
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'Dream Girl' Hema Malini shared a glimpse of her Pongal celebration at home
Her daughter Esha Deol also posted a video, capturing her festive celebration
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Check out these scrumptious and quick recipes to make to celebrate the harvest festival of Pongal.
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Chief Minister MK Stalin presented the gift, packed in a cloth bag, to 10 beneficiary families at the state Secretariat on Tuesday.
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In Uttarakhand, after taking a holy bath in the river, people visit Bagnath Temple and pray to Lord Shiva.
Melas or fairs are held at various places and at Bageshwar Uttarayan fair is organised annually in January.
Khichuri is prepared as Bhog and offered to the god and goddesses.
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Dedicated to Surya Dev or Sun God, the harvest festival coincides with Makar Sankranti.
'Pongal' means 'boil' or 'overflow' referring to the traditional dish prepared from the new harvest of rice boiled in milk with jaggery.
After preparing the sweet Pongal dish, it is first offered to the gods and goddesses.
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Rahul Gandhi will begin Congress' election campaign for Tamil Nadu on Pongal
He will reach the state on January 14 to attend the Jallikattu programme organised on the occasion of Pongal
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