Pongal is a traditional harvest celebration observed in South India, mainly in the states of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana. This year, the Pongal celebrations will begin on January 15 ...

Known by various names across the country, the festival is celebrated as Pongal in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu and among the Tamil diaspora around the world, including in Sri Lanka.

1. Bhogi Pongal (January 15) On the first day of Bhogi Pongal, people clean their homes and adorned to represent new beginnings and bonfires are lighted to depict the burning away of negativity.

Pongal is an ancient South Indian celebration, notably celebrated among Tamils. The festival's history dates back to the Sangam Age, which lasted from 200 B.C. to 300 A.D. Although Pongal ...

Pongal, a major South Indian festival, marks the start of the Tamil month of Thai with vibrant celebrations, traditional food, and cultural rituals. Here are 10 best places to experience the ...

(MENAFN- Live Mint) Lohri, Makar Sankranti, and Pongal are important festivals celebrated in different parts of India around the same time, usually in mid-January. This year, Lohri will be ...

Pongal, the harvest festival celebrated predominantly in Tamil Nadu and across South India, is a time of gratitude, joy, and delicious food. The four-day celebration honors the sun god for ...

In most of India, kite flying, a feast of sesame and jaggery sweets, and various regional customs are used to celebrate it. 2. Tamil Nadu's Pongal This four-day harvest festival includes Thai ...

Bhogi Pongal is the first day of the four-day Pongal festival celebrated in South India. From date to history, here's all you need to know about this occasion. Bhogi Pongal is celebrated with ...