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.

January in Tamil Nadu is always special because it brings with it the grand harvest festival of Pongal. In 2026, Pongal will be celebrated from January 14 to January 17. For the Tamil community, this ...

Tamil Calendar's Margazhi month ends on the last day of the Bhogi Festival. Traditionally Bhogi festival is for Lord Indiran, who has been regarded as “God for rain”. This event is a thank-you to Lord ...

Bhogi Pongal is a significant day in the Pongal celebrations, marking the beginning of the sun's journey towards the northern hemisphere. The day is characterized by the burning of old and unwanted ...

As per Drik Panchang, the word “Pongal” literally means “to boil over.” During the festival, families cook a special dish made of new rice, milk, and jaggery in a clay pot. When the pot bubbles over, ...

Bhogi Pongal is the time for get-togethers and indulging in delicious feasts. From Bhogi Mantalu to Pongal Panai, here are some key Pongal traditions. The festival of Makar Sankranti is round the ...

Makar Sankranti is celebrated as Pongal in southern states, especially in Tamil Nadu. In the month of January, the entire country gears up to celebrate the harvest festival of Makar Sankranti. The ...

Pongal is more than a festival in Tamil Nadu! This festival comes with a deep sense gratitide towards the sun, the harvest, and a sense of connection with nature's generosity. Spread across four days, ...