Pongal
(Search results - 28)IndiaJan 15, 2019, 2:21 PM IST
Happy Pongal 2019: Fans flock to Rajinikanth's home to wish superstar
Rajinikanth fans head to the actor's residence in Chennai to catch a glimpse of their idol on the day of Pongal
IndiaJan 14, 2019, 4:38 PM IST
Kerala all set to witness Makaravilakku festival in Sabarimala
Makarajyothi is a star, which is worshipped by pilgrims on Makara Sankranti (Pongal) every year. It is the star Sirius located in Canis Major constellation.
IndiaJan 14, 2019, 3:31 PM IST
Makar Sankranti: 5 facts about the end of winter solstice
Makar Sankranti is associated with harvest, which means that it is celebrated in different names in different states. For instance: Pongal in Tamil Nadu, Magh Bihu in Assam, Maghi in north Indian states and Sukarat in central Indian states.
IndiaJan 14, 2019, 11:40 AM IST
Pongal: Jasmine flowers sell for Rs 3,500 per kilo in Erode, Tamil Nadu
One kilogram of jasmine costs Rs 3,500 and other flowers sell at an average cost Rs 2,500 per kilo. These flowers are usually priced Rs 800 per kilo. There is high demand for flowers during Pongal (Sankranti) festival.
IndiaJan 13, 2019, 2:21 PM IST
Puducherry chief minister, Kiran Bedi argue over Pongal gift hamper scheme
"I have made it clear that the benefit should be available for all families, including those belonging to the above poverty line category," Narayanasamy said.
NewsJan 12, 2019, 6:31 PM IST
Pongal: Tamil Nadu farmers sell 10,000 goats worth Rs 7 crore over fear of diseases
With no rain and increasing fog, Tamil Nadu farmers were scared that their goats would fall prey to diseases and thus decided to sell them during Pongal. This time, at least 10,000 goats were sold and the market made a business of Rs 7 crore
Other CinemaJan 9, 2019, 6:23 PM IST
Viswasam: 38 internet service providers restrained to curb piracy of Ajith's next
The movie produced by the Sathya Jyothi Films is set to release on January 10, ahead of the Pongal festival season.
IndiaJan 7, 2019, 3:35 PM IST
Palakkuvadi Jallikattu in Tamil Nadu: stepping stone for future bull tamers
Pongal in Tamil Nadu is also the season of Jallikattu, their traditional sport. While villages prep for the grand event, young boys practice the Palakkuvadi Jallikattu, a junior sport that helps them rehearse to become great bull tamers of the future.
IndiaJan 6, 2019, 12:30 PM IST
Watch: Foreigners participate in Pongal competition in Tamil Nadu
Foreigners who travelled to India from New Zealand, Australia and England to understand the culture and tradition of India celebrated Pongal in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu.
IndiaDec 28, 2018, 8:24 PM IST
From Smriti Irani on 2019 polls to release of Petta trailer, watch MyNation in 100 seconds
It’s been 15 days since a rat-hole mine collapsed in Meghalaya’s East Jaintia Hills, trapping 15 people underground. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday announced a Rs 4,500 crore financial assistance to Bhutan for its 12th five-year plan after holding wide-ranging talks with his Bhutanese counterpart Lotay Tshering. All this and more on MyNation in 100 seconds.
Other CinemaDec 28, 2018, 12:28 PM IST
Petta trailer review: Rajinikanth of the '90s is back during Pongal in 2019
Rajinikanth in the film Petta gets introduced the same way he was introduced in his debut film Aboorva Ragangal. Get set to open the gates and unravel the trailer of Petta.
Other CinemaOct 25, 2018, 5:44 PM IST
Viswasam new look: Thala Ajith is breaking the internet with his fun new avatar
The second poster of Tamil star Thala Ajith's Viswasam is here and it's breaking the internet. The film is all set to release during Pongal 2019 and fans can't stop gushing about the actor.
Other CinemaAug 23, 2018, 5:12 PM IST
Viswasam first look: Tamil superstar Ajith’s next set for Pongal 2019 release
First look poster of Ajith Kumar's Tamil movie Viswasam hits social media. The hero will don two avatars in the film