Pongal began on January 14 and will end on January 17. The second day of Pongal is the most important day of the four-day festival and is known as Surya Pongal. Here's what you know need to know ...

Pongal 2023: Pongal is a festival mainly celebrated by people in Tamil Nadu. During this time, the sun’s journey towards the equinox begins. This is known as Uttarayan.

Pongal is also known as Thai Pongal as it marks the beginning of the Tamil month Thai. The day is considered auspicious and is celebrated with much enthusiasm. Mrs. Remadevi Dhanasekar explains ...

The second day is known as Maatu Pongal. Cows and bulls are considered sacred creatures in the Hindu culture and on this day, ...

Pongal 2025 starts on January 14, marking the harvest festival's four joyous days. Learn about its dates, history, significance, and customs for each day. Pongal, a major harvest festival in Tamil ...

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.

Mattu Pongal ; The 3rd day of the festival is called Mattu Pongal.On this day thanks are given to the cattle. On this auspicious day, cattle are bejeweled with flowers, paint, bells, etc.

Pongal feast is not complete without the sweet finale of paal payasam. The kheer-like dessert is made with a creamy mélange of rice, milk, ghee, sugar and nuts. Here's a simple recipe of paal ...

In 2025, Pongal will begin on Thursday, January 14 and conclude on January 17. The festival aligns with the Tamil solar calendar and starts on the first day of the Tamil month of Thai. Pongal ...

Thinai pongal has plenty of beta carotene.” Making pongal on mann chattis and cooking it with a dollop of cow’s butter lends traditional flavour, says M. Vivek, who promotes organic food.