New Delhi: Pongal, the vibrant Tamil harvest festival celebrated with immense fervour across South India, marks the joyous onset of the Tamil month Thai. Falling around mid-January, it honours the sun ...

New Delhi: As Pongal 2026 approaches, the vibrant tradition of Bhogi Kolam designs sets the tone for this joyous Tamil harvest festival, marking the first day with themes of renewal and cleansing.

Pongal mornings have a certain magic. The sun shows up right on cue, coffee smells stronger than usual, and there’s a quiet competition between neighbours over who woke up earliest to draw the kolam.

Pongal, the harvest festival of Tamil Nadu, is celebrated with joy and tradition. This year, the auspicious Tamil festival will be observed from Tuesday, January 14, and will continue until Friday, ...

The winter festive season is now beginning and it is time to celebrate. Starting the festive season with Pongal which is a harvest festival celebrated in Tamil Nadu for four days. It is one of the ...

Pongal, the harvest festival of South India, is a time for joy, gratitude, and vibrant celebrations. Decorating homes for Pongal is an integral part of the festivities, adding to the festive cheer and ...

Pongal 2023: The festival of harvest will be celebrated between January 15-18. Pongal celebrations will take place with full enthusiasm in South Indian states, especially in Tamil Nadu. Those who are ...

The festival which dates back to at least 2,000 years begins with Bhogi Pongal, followed by Surya Pongal, Maatu Pongal, and Kaanum Pongal. During the four-day-long celebration, people convey their ...

Hindu devotees were seen decorating their front yards and entrances with colorful kolam designs made from rice flour paste to celebrate the Thai Pongal Festival. Pix by Nisal Baduge The Maradana ...