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  • Amid attacks on Hindus, Bangladesh envoy to India wishes community happy Makar Sankranti

    Bangladesh High Commissioner Riaz Hamidullah wished Hindus in India and Bangladesh a happy Makar Sankranti, sharing festive photos on X, amid growing concerns over attacks on minorities in Bangladesh.

  • Isha Koppikar shares a warm Makar Sankranti note on sweet words and strong relationships

    Isha Koppikar shared a heartfelt Makar Sankranti message, using sesame seeds and jaggery as symbols to remind fans that kindness, sweet words, and small acts strengthen relationships despite life’s challenges.

  • Makaravilakku 2026 date & Makara jyothi timings: Significance of the sacred flame at Sabarimala

    Makaravilakku 2026 will be observed on January 14 at Sabarimala. Devotees gather to witness the divine Makara Jyothi, symbolising Lord Ayyappa’s blessings, faith, and spiritual awakening.

  • Makar Sankranti Celebrations: 3,500 Devotees Relish Khichdi at Tattapani in Himachal Pradesh

    Over 3,500 devotees gathered to relish khichdi and mark the beginning of the sun's journey towards the northern hemisphere.

  • Marathi actress Pooja Sawant celebrates first Makar Sankranti after marriage in Australia

    Marathi actress Pooja Sawant celebrated her first Makar Sankranti after marriage in Australia. She shared a video on Instagram showcasing the celebrations with her family. Pooja, along with her husband Siddhesh Chavan, parents, brother, and sister, observed the festival together, creating special memories in their new home.

  • Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala celebrate first Makar Sankranti and Bhogi after marriage

    Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala celebrated their first Sankranti as a married couple in Hyderabad on January 14. In Telugu culture, the first Sankranti post-wedding holds great significance. Sobhita shared moments from the celebration on Instagram, offering fans a glimpse into the joyous occasion with their families.

  • Uttarayana 2025: 60+ Heartfelt Greetings and Images for This Auspicious Day

    Mark the beginning of the sun's journey towards the northern hemisphere with Uttarayana 2025! Share these 60+ heartfelt greetings and images to spread love, light, and warmth on this auspicious day.

  • Easy recipes: Celebrate Lohri and Sankranti with these 8 mouthwatering sesame seed dishes

    On Lohri and Sankranti festivals this year, add sesame seeds into your meals to not only honour tradition but also to add a nutritious touch to your dishes. Here are some delicious sesame seed recipes to help you celebrate Sankranti in style.

  • Celebrate Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Bihu festivals with these traditional, healthy Indian dishes

    Whether you’re savouring til laddoos in Gujarat, gajar ka halwa in Punjab, or Matla undhiyu in Gujarat, the culinary traditions of India’s harvest festivals offer something for everyone. This year, embrace the season’s bounty with dishes that warm your heart and nourish your body, just as these festivals were meant to do.

  • Pongal 2024: Bhogi Pongal to Kaanum Pongal, all you need to know about 4-day celebration

    Makar Sankranti is celebrated as Pongal in southern states, especially in Tamil Nadu. Homes come alive with cheerful kolams, showcasing traditional harvest designs and signaling the upcoming festivities.

  • Happy Makar Sankranti 2024: Wishes, messages, and quotes to send on the occasion of the Uttarayan festival

    Makar Sankranthi 2024: This year, Makar Sankranti, also known as Maghi, Poush Sankranti, or Sankranthi, will be observed on Monday, January 15.

  • Makar Sankranti 2024: When is Sankranti, date, muhurat, significance

    Makar Sankranti 2024: This year, Makar Sankranti falls on January 15 with the auspicious time spanning from 7:15 AM to 5:46 PM.

  • Paush 2023: Makar Sankranti to Paush Purnima, check important festivals this month

    The month of Paush will start on December 27, 2023, as per the Hindu calendar. Here's a deeper look into the religious and cultural significance of this month.

  • Makar Sankranti 2023: Ahmedabad's Kite Museum takes you back in time

  • In Pictures | Here's how India celebrated Makar Sankranti

  • Makar Sankranti 2023: Chinese manjha banned in Mumbai, other cities

  • Anand Mahindra wants to wish Indians on ‘each and every’ harvest festival. Seeks Twitter’s help

  • Over 1 crore likely to perform Surya Namaskar on Makar Sankranti: Sonowal

  • Makar Sankranti 2022: Significance, festivities and delicacies

  • No one associates food with religion in Kerala: Tourism Minister on beef tweet

  • Makar Sankranti 2020: Its significance, peculiarities and region-wise celebrations

  • India INX to go live post 'Makar Sankranti'

  • Happy Makarsankranti with high flying kites and CIBIL score

  • Free Wifi for Ardha Kumbh devotees at Haridwar: BSNL

  • Maha Kumbh 2013: Stage set for the biggest religious meet

    The Maha Kumbh Mela, often described as the "greatest show on earth" globally, is all set to begin in Allahabad on Monday with millions of people from across the country as well as abroad expected to attend the religious gathering.

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