Happy Makar Sankranti 2025: Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath extends wishes, says ‘festival to express gratitude…’
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Happy Makar Sankranti 2025: Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath extends wishes, says ‘festival to express gratitude…’

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Makar Sankranti 2025: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on January 14 extended wishes on the occasion of Makar Sankranti 2025. Makar Sankranti is a Hindu festival celebrated across India as the new agricultural cycle begins and winter ends. Happy Makar Sankranti 2025 Makar Sankranti marks the beginning of the harvest season. Happy Makar Sankranti 2025 Celebrations The Makar Sankranti festival is celebrated under various names depending on the region.

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UK Deputy High Commissioner joins Sankranti shopping spree at Bengaluru's Gandhi Bazaar. Watch
2 months, 1 week ago

UK Deputy High Commissioner joins Sankranti shopping spree at Bengaluru's Gandhi Bazaar. Watch

Hindustan Times  

Deputy High Commissioner Chandru Iyer marked Makar Sankranti by preparing the traditional dish 'Ellu Bella' with his team during a visit to Gandhi Bazaar, Bengaluru. As part of his Sankranti shopping, Iyer carefully selected the ingredients for the dish, which includes roasted white sesame seeds, finely chopped dry coconut, gram dal, jaggery, and roasted split groundnuts. In some cultures, people …

Happy Makar Sankranti 2025: 50+ Wishes and messages to share with loved ones
2 months, 1 week ago

Happy Makar Sankranti 2025: 50+ Wishes and messages to share with loved ones

India Today  

As Makar Sankranti 2025 brings warmth, joy, and new beginnings, let’s cherish the bonds we share and spread love through thoughtful wishes. WISHES FOR FRIENDS Let’s fly high and achieve new heights together this Makar Sankranti Wishing my friends endless success and happiness on this festive occasion May our friendship soar like kites and bring light into our lives Celebrate …

Makar Sankranti 2025: Delicious recipes to try from tilgul to pongal
2 months, 1 week ago

Makar Sankranti 2025: Delicious recipes to try from tilgul to pongal

India Today  

Makar Sankranti, celebrated across India with diverse traditions, marks the transition of the sun into Capricorn and the end of the winter solstice. Pongal Rice: 1 cup Moong dal: 2 tablespoons Jaggery: 1 cup Ghee: 3 tablespoons Cashews and raisins: 2 tablespoons Cardamom powder: ½ teaspoon Instructions: Cook rice and moong dal together until soft. Savoury Pongal Rice: 1 cup …

Makar Sankranti 2025 significance: Why is this day celebrated?
2 months, 1 week ago

Makar Sankranti 2025 significance: Why is this day celebrated?

Hindustan Times  

Makar Sankranti 2025: The special time of the year is here. Every year, Makar Sankranti is celebrated with a lot of festivities throughout the country. Makar Sankranti 2025 details: This year, Makar Sankranti is being celebrated on January 14. People celebrate Makar Sankranti with their own traditions and rituals to mark the start of the comfortable season, and the end …

Rahul Gandhi extends wishes on Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Maghi, Paush Parva, Uttarayan, more; What are these festivals?
2 months, 1 week ago

Rahul Gandhi extends wishes on Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Maghi, Paush Parva, Uttarayan, more; What are these festivals?

Live Mint  

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on January 14 extended his heartfelt wishes on the occasion of Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Suggi Habba, Maghi, Khichdi, Paush Parva, Uttarayan, Bhogali Bihu, and Makaravilakku. Mahakumbh 2025 Live Updates Taking to X, the leader wrote, “Wishing everyone a very happy Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Suggi Habba, Maghi, Khichdi, Paush Parva, Uttarayan, Bhogali Bihu, and Makaravilakku. May these …

Maha Kumbh: 13.8 Million Take Dip at Sangam by 10:30 AM on Makar Sankranti
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2 months, 1 week ago

Maha Kumbh: 13.8 Million Take Dip at Sangam by 10:30 AM on Makar Sankranti

Deccan Chronicle  

Prayagraj: 13.8 million devotees have taken a holy dip in the Sangam here till 10.30 am on Tuesday during the first 'Amrit Snan' of Maha Kumbh 2025, according to the officials. Today, on the auspicious occasion of the great festival of folk faith 'Makar Sankranti', congratulations to all the devotees who earned virtue by taking the first 'Amrit Snan' at …

Makar Sankranti 2025: Here's what you can donate on the auspicious day
2 months, 1 week ago

Makar Sankranti 2025: Here's what you can donate on the auspicious day

India Today  

Makar Sankranti is an important Hindu festival that is celebrated in January across India. Here's a list of things that can be donated during Makar Sankranti: Gud/Jaggery: This is one of the important items for Makar Sankranti. Til or Sesame Seeds: Another thing that should be donated on the day of Makar Sankranti is til. Ghee Ghee is another important …

Mahakumbh 2025: Naga Sadhus take holy dip on Makar Sakranti as millions gather in Prayagraj
2 months, 1 week ago

Mahakumbh 2025: Naga Sadhus take holy dip on Makar Sakranti as millions gather in Prayagraj

Firstpost  

A dip in the river in Prayagraj on Makar Sankranti, January 14, has immense cultural significance for Indians. The members of Akharas and millions of people coming from different parts of India and outside took a holy dip in the Sangam in Prayagraj during the the Mahakumbh on Tuesday on the occasion of Makar Sankranti. Today on the auspicious occasion …

Bank holiday today: Are banks closed today (January 14) for Makar Sankranti? State-wise list
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Bank holiday today: Are banks closed today (January 14) for Makar Sankranti? State-wise list

Hindustan Times  

Bank holiday today: Banks will remain closed on Tuesday, January 14, on the occasion of Makar Sankranti, Uttarayana Punyakala, Pongal, Maghe Sankranti, Magh Bihu, and Hazrat Ali's birthday. Bank Holiday Today: Makar Sankranti, Uttarayana Punyakala, Pongal, Maghe Sankranti, Magh Bihu and the Birthday of Hazrat Ali are the important occasions of January 14, 2025 Banks will remain closed in Ahmedabad, …

Makar Sankranti 2025: Here's what you can donate on the auspicious day
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Makar Sankranti 2025: Here's what you can donate on the auspicious day

India TV News  

Makar Sankranti is an important Hindu festival that is celebrated In January across India. On the day of Makar Sankranti, people make donations to receive the blessings of Surya Dev. Ghee Ghee is another important item that can be donated on the day of Makar Sankranti. ALSO READ: Makar Sankranti 2025: From Khichdi to Undhiyu, must-try traditional dishes for a …

Bank holiday today: Are banks open on Tuesday, January 14, for Pongal, Makar Sankranti 2025?
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Bank holiday today: Are banks open on Tuesday, January 14, for Pongal, Makar Sankranti 2025?

Live Mint  

Pongal, Makar Sankranti 2025: Banks will be closed Today, Tuesday, January 14, in some parts of the country on account of Makar Sankranti, Uttarayana Punyakala, Pongal, Maghe Sankranti, Magh Bihu and the Birthday of Hazrat Ali, as per the Reserve Bank of India calendar. Pongal, Makar Sankranti 2025: Why are banks closed today? Makar Sankranti Makar Sankranti is a Hindu …

Happy Makar Sankranti 2025: Top 40 best wishes, images, messages, WhatsApp and Facebook status to share
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Happy Makar Sankranti 2025: Top 40 best wishes, images, messages, WhatsApp and Facebook status to share

Live Mint  

Makar Sankranti, also known as Makara or simply Sankrant, is being celebrated across India on Tuesday, January 14. Happy Makar Sankranti May this Makar Sankranti bring new hope, happiness, and endless joy into your life. Happy Makar Sankranti 2025: Greetings to share with friends This Makar Sankarti, I’m wishing you a sky full of success and countless kites of happiness. …

PM Modi invites the nation to celebrate Makar Sankranti and Bihu festivals
2 months, 2 weeks ago

PM Modi invites the nation to celebrate Makar Sankranti and Bihu festivals

India Today  

On Tuesday, 14 January, Prime Minister Narendra Modi posted a message welcoming the nation on the occasion of Makar Sankranti and Magh Bihu and To the shrines of Assam for the celebration of Bihu. The Makar Sankranti festival also commemorates the celestial event called ‘Uttarayan’, the period when the sun is positioned in the Northern Hemisphere. May this holy festival …

Celebrate Makar Sankranti at home: Step-by-step guide for a joyful festival
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Celebrate Makar Sankranti at home: Step-by-step guide for a joyful festival

India Today  

Makar Sankranti is a festival that marks the transition of the Sun into Capricorn, or Makar Rashi. Prepare festive dishes unique to Makar Sankranti, such as: Tilgul Ladoos Pongal Patishapta Pithas These sweets provide a sweetness that is characteristic of the festival celebration and is further enhanced by rich culinary traditions 4. HOST A BONFIRE In northern India, people in …

Makar Sankranti 2025: Know The Date, Bathing, Donation Timings, And More About The Festival
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Makar Sankranti 2025: Know The Date, Bathing, Donation Timings, And More About The Festival

ABP News  

Makar Sankranti: In astrology, the Sun's transition from one zodiac sign to another is called Sankranti, and when the Sun moves from Sagittarius to Capricorn, it is known as Makar Sankranti. The festival of Makar Sankranti is based on the Sun's transit into Capricorn, Saturn's zodiac sign. This year, the Sun will enter Capricorn on January 14, 2025, at 9:03 …

Makar Sankranti 2025: 50+ wishes, images, messages, GIFs, WhatsApp and Facebook statuses to celebrate
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Makar Sankranti 2025: 50+ wishes, images, messages, GIFs, WhatsApp and Facebook statuses to celebrate

Hindustan Times  

Makar Sankranti 2025: Celebrated every year in mid-January, Makar Sankranti signifies the sun's transition into Capricorn. Makar Sankranti 2025: Wishing you an exciting Makar Sankranti filled with love, laughter, and light as you celebrate new beginnings and abundance. May the blessings of Makar Sankranti fill your life with peace and success. May the festival of Makar Sankranti bring peace, prosperity, …

Makar Sankranti 2025: Merging festivities and nutrition with these healthy ladoo recipes
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Makar Sankranti 2025: Merging festivities and nutrition with these healthy ladoo recipes

Hindustan Times  

Winter solstice or Uttarayan marks the transition of the sun to Makara rashi. With a touch of celebration and tradition to your plate, let’s explore what goes into each one of the nutri-balls apart from other nutritious ingredients like cardamom, ghee – gut-lubricant, and iron-loaded jaggery, all of which it is prepared with: Sesame ladoo: Sesame or til ladoo is …

Sankranti 2025 Wishes, Messages
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Sankranti 2025 Wishes, Messages

Deccan Chronicle  

Makar Sankranti, a vibrant festival celebrated across India. Let this Makar Sankranti bring new hopes, happiness, and love into your life. Let the colors of joy, peace, and love brighten up your life this Makar Sankranti. Let’s welcome brighter days and bid farewell to winter blues this Makar Sankranti. As we celebrate Makar Sankranti, let’s come together to spread joy, …

Is Makar Sankranti a Maharashtrian festival? In which states is Makar Sankranti celebrated?
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Is Makar Sankranti a Maharashtrian festival? In which states is Makar Sankranti celebrated?

Live Mint  

Makar Sankranti is a Hindu festival observed in January every year. Yes, Makar Sankranti is a festival celebrated in Maharashtra. In Maharashtra, people celebrate Makar Sankranti by sharing 'til-gul' – sesame seeds and jaggery – and preparing tilachi chutney. Makar Sankranti is celebrated in several parts of India, in different forms: In Gujarat and Rajasthan, Makar Sankranti is jubilantly celebrated …

Happy Makar Sankranti 2025: Wishes, messages, images, WhatsApp and Facebook status to share with loved ones
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Happy Makar Sankranti 2025: Wishes, messages, images, WhatsApp and Facebook status to share with loved ones

India TV News  

Makar Sankranti, which occurs every year in mid-January, celebrates the sun's transition into Capricorn and is a festival that represents new beginnings, prosperity, and thankfulness. Happy Makar Sankranti 2025: Wishes and Messages Let’s welcome this Makar Sankranti with open arms and a heart full of gratitude. Happy Makar Sankranti 2025: Images Image Source : SOCIALHappy Makar Sankranti 2025 Image Source …

Lohri, Makar Sankranti 2025: Are banks closed on Jan 13-14? Find out here
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Lohri, Makar Sankranti 2025: Are banks closed on Jan 13-14? Find out here

India Today  

The bank holiday calendar for January 2025 is out, and if you’re wondering whether the festivals of Lohri and Makar Sankranti, celebrated on January 13 and 14 this year, are included, here’s what you need to know. On January 14, banks will remain closed in select locations for Makar Sankranti and the Birthday of Hazarat Ali. Detailed Bank Holiday List …

Happy Makar Sankranti 2025: Best Wishes, messages, and greetings to Share
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Happy Makar Sankranti 2025: Best Wishes, messages, and greetings to Share

India Today  

Makar Sankranti, celebrated every year on January 14 or 15, marks the transition of the Sun into the zodiac sign Capricorn and the onset of longer days. Here are some heartfelt wishes, messages, and greetings you can share with your loved ones this Makar Sankranti 2025: BEST WISHES FOR MAKAR SANKRANTI 2025 May the festival of Makar Sankranti fill your …

Bank Holidays for Lohri, Makar Sankranti 2025: Are banks closed on January 13 and 14? Check details here
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Bank Holidays for Lohri, Makar Sankranti 2025: Are banks closed on January 13 and 14? Check details here

Live Mint  

Bank Holiday on Lohri, Makar Sankranti 2025: The bank holiday schedule for the month of January 2025 is out and you must be wondering if the festivals of Lohri and Makar Sankranti, which are being celebrated on January 13 and 14, respectively, this year, are marked as a holiday. Bank Holidays for Lohri, Makar Sankranti in January 2025 So, are …

Why Lohri, Makar Sankranti and Pongal are celebrated at the same time in India?
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Why Lohri, Makar Sankranti and Pongal are celebrated at the same time in India?

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 celebrated on January 13, Makar Sankranti on January 14 and Pongal will be celebrated rom January 14-17. Why Lohri, Makar Sankranti and Pongal are celebrated at the same time in India? Lohri, Makar Sankranti, …

Makar Sankranti 2025: When is Makar Sankranti? Know the correct date and shubh muhurat
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Makar Sankranti 2025: When is Makar Sankranti? Know the correct date and shubh muhurat

Hindustan Times  

Makar Sankranti 2025: Makar Sankranti is one of the most significant Hindu festivals. Makar Sankranti 2025: The auspicious Hindu festival of Makar Sankranti is celebrated with enthusiasm every year. Here are the correct details for you: Makar Sankranti 2025: Correct date and muhurat As per Drik Panchang, the festival of Makar Sankranti falls on Tuesday, January 14 this year. Here's …

Bank Holiday on January 14: Are banks open or closed on Makar Sankranti 2025, Tuesday? Check full list here
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Bank Holiday on January 14: Are banks open or closed on Makar Sankranti 2025, Tuesday? Check full list here

Live Mint  

Makar Sankranti 2025: Banks will remain closed on Tuesday, January 14, in certain parts of the country on account of Makar Sankranti, Uttarayana Punyakala, Pongal, Maghe Sankranti, Magh Bihu and the Birthday of Hazrat Ali, according to the Reserve Bank of India guidelines. Makar Sankranti 2025: Why are banks closed on January 14? Makar Sankranti Makar Sankranti is a Hindu …

Makar Sankranti 2025: When will harvest festival be observed - 14 or 15 January?
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Makar Sankranti 2025: When will harvest festival be observed - 14 or 15 January?

Live Mint  

Makar Sankranti marks the Sun's transition into a new astrological sign, i.e. Makar Sankranti is an important festival dedicated to Surya, the Hindu sun god, marked by ritual bathing. The auspicious time for Makar Sankranti will begin at 09:03 AM and it will last till 05:46 PM, as per Drik Panchang. Punjab: Makar Sankranti is celebrated as Lohri Other names …

Makar Sankranti 2025: Date, history, and all you need to know
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Makar Sankranti 2025: Date, history, and all you need to know

India Today  

Makar Sankranti is one of the most auspicious festivals celebrated in India, marking the transition of the Sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn. HISTORY OF MAKAR SANKRANTI The festival is associated with the Sun God, Surya, and his journey towards the Northern Hemisphere, marking the beginning of longer days and shorter nights. RITUALS AND TRADITIONS OF MAKAR SANKRANTI Holy …

Makar Sankranti 2025: Date, time, rituals, and celebration guide for this auspicious festival
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Makar Sankranti 2025: Date, time, rituals, and celebration guide for this auspicious festival

Live Mint  

Makar Sankranti, also known as Makara or simply Sankranti, is a Hindu festival observed in January every year. Makar Sankranti 2025: Date and time Makara Sankranti will be celebrated on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. > Punya Kaal Muhurta: 09:03 AM to 06:04 PM > Maha Punya Kaal Muhurta: 09:03 AM to 10:57 AM > Makara Sankranti Moment: 09:03 AM, January …

Lohri 2025 date and time: When and why is it celebrated? How is it differnt from Makar Sankranti? All you need to know
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Lohri 2025 date and time: When and why is it celebrated? How is it differnt from Makar Sankranti? All you need to know

Live Mint  

Lohri 2025 date and time: Given the importance of agriculture in India's economic growth, the harvest season holds immense significance across cultures prevalent in the country. Lohri 2025 date and time: When will Lohri be celebrated this year? Lohri 2025 time Lohri is celebrated on January 13. Lohri and Makar Sankranti are both harvest festival, but they are celebrated in …

New Year 2025: Check The List Of Hindu Festivals In The Coming Year
2 months, 3 weeks ago

New Year 2025: Check The List Of Hindu Festivals In The Coming Year

ABP News  

New Year 2025 Festivals: Take a look at the dates of important Hindu festivals in the upcoming year. These festivals, deeply rooted in tradition and spirituality, are not only a time for celebration but also for reflection, devotion, and family gatherings. From Makar Sankranti and Pongal to Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti and many others, each festival marks a unique cultural …

Public holiday declared in Maharashtra on Dec 6 to mark Mahaparinirwana Diwas of Dr BR Ambedkar
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Public holiday declared in Maharashtra on Dec 6 to mark Mahaparinirwana Diwas of Dr BR Ambedkar

India TV News  

The Maharashtra government declared a public holiday on December 6 on the occasion of Mahaparinirwana Diwas of Dr BR Ambedkar. In another development, the Central Railway said it will run 12 additional suburban special trains between Parel- Kalyan and Kurla- Panvel stations on Thursday-Friday mid-night on the occasion of Bharat Ratna Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar's Mahaparinirvan Divas 2024. The special trains …

When is Pana Sankranti 2024? Date, timing, history, significance and celebration of Odia New Year
11 months, 2 weeks ago

When is Pana Sankranti 2024? Date, timing, history, significance and celebration of Odia New Year

Hindustan Times  

Pana Sankranti, also known as Maha Bishuba Sankranti, is the traditional New Year celebration of the Odia people of Odisha, India. Pana Sankranti is a festival of new beginnings and togetherness celebrated in the Indian state of Odisha. Pana Sankranti 2024 date and timing This year, the auspicious festival of Pana Sankranti will be celebrated on Saturday, April 13th. Pana …

Rahul-Disha: With Navya in our lives, this Makar Sankranti is extra special
1 year, 2 months ago

Rahul-Disha: With Navya in our lives, this Makar Sankranti is extra special

Hindustan Times  

New parents, singer Rahul Vaidya and his wife, actor Disha Parmar Vaidya, are excited about celebrating Makar Sankranti today, all thanks to their daughter Navya, who was born in September. Rahul Vaidya and Disha Parmar pose exclusively for HT City Disha Parmar Vaidya and Rahul Vaidya He shares, “I have fond memories of eating endlessly and flying kites all day …

The many flavours of Makar Sankranti in South India
1 year, 2 months ago

The many flavours of Makar Sankranti in South India

Live Mint  

Suggi habba in Karnataka, Pongal in Tamil Nadu and Pedda Panduga in Andhra Pradesh, the harvest festival—that falls on January 15 this year—commemorates the northward ascent of the sun. “There’s kootu prepared with ash gourd, yellow pumpkin, dal, coconut and a spice paste; the tamarind-based arapuli kuzhambu with red or brown gram and elephant yam; and a tomato rasam completes …

Makar Sankranti to be celebrated on Jan 15, wishes to share with loved ones
1 year, 2 months ago

Makar Sankranti to be celebrated on Jan 15, wishes to share with loved ones

Live Mint  

Also known as Sankranthi, the Makar Sankranti festival honours Lord Surya, the Sun God, and signifies the Sun's entry into the Capricorn zodiac sign. Makar Sankranti is celebrated as Maghi in Haryana and Punjab, Pongal in Tamil Nadu, Khichdi in Eastern Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarayanan in Gujarat and Rajasthan. With the arrival of this festival, here is a collection of …

Happy Makar Sankranti 2024: Best wishes, images, messages and greetings to share with friends and family
1 year, 2 months ago

Happy Makar Sankranti 2024: Best wishes, images, messages and greetings to share with friends and family

Hindustan Times  

Makar Sankranti, also known as Sankranthi, is a festival that honours Lord Surya, the Sun God, and signifies the Sun's entry into the Capricorn zodiac sign. Makar Sankranti is celebrated as Maghi in Haryana and Punjab, Pongal in Tamil Nadu, Khichdi in Eastern Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarayanan in Gujarat and Rajasthan. Happy Makar Sankranti 2024: Wishes, images, messages, to share …

Governor, CM Greet People of Telangana on Sankranti
1 year, 2 months ago

Governor, CM Greet People of Telangana on Sankranti

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan and Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Saturday conveyed their greetings to the people on the occasion of Bhogi on Sunday and Sankranti on Monday. In her message, the Governor stated: “I extend my warmest wishes and greetings to you all on the auspicious occasion of Bhogi and Sankranti festivals. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy in his …

From Lohri to Makar Sankranti; here’s how India celebrates harvest festivals
1 year, 2 months ago

From Lohri to Makar Sankranti; here’s how India celebrates harvest festivals

Live Mint  

In India, harvest festivals in the month of January mark the beginning of festivities every year. Makar Sankranti usually falls on January 14 every year, but as per Drik Panchang, this year the festival will be celebrated on January 15. During the festival, people worship the Sun God, take a holy dip in sacred water bodies, engage in charitable activities …

Happy Makar Sankranti 2024: Wishes and messages to share with your loved ones
1 year, 2 months ago

Happy Makar Sankranti 2024: Wishes and messages to share with your loved ones

Live Mint  

Makar Sankranti is a Hindu harvest festival that is widely celebrated across India and falls in the month of January. This festival marks the beginning of the harvest season and the sun's transit to the Capricorn. Sankranti means movement of the sun while Makar Sankranti is the most important of all 12 Sankranti that fall in a year. Also read: …

Makara Sankranti: Is it a bank holiday? Check here
1 year, 2 months ago

Makara Sankranti: Is it a bank holiday? Check here

Live Mint  

This Monday, January 15 is Makara Sankranti and as many may wonder if it is a bank holiday, the simple answer is yes – in some states. Uttarayana Punyakala, Makara Sankranti Festival, Maghe Sankranti, Pongal, and Magh Bihu are all celebrated on the same date – January 15. Below is the full list of other bank holidays in January 2024: …

Makar Sankranti 2024: Know the date, history, significance and celebration of the festival
1 year, 2 months ago

Makar Sankranti 2024: Know the date, history, significance and celebration of the festival

Hindustan Times  

Makar Sankranti is celebrated every year to mark the beginning of the harvest season and sun's transit to the Capricorn, signalling advent of warmer days and end of bitter cold. Makar Sankranti 2024 date Makar Sankranti usually falls on January 14 every year, but as per drikpanchang, this year the festival is being observed on January 15, a day before …

Makar Sankranti 2024: History, Significance and other facts about festival
1 year, 2 months ago

Makar Sankranti 2024: History, Significance and other facts about festival

Business Standard  

Makar Sankranti is an auspicious Hindu festival observed all over India on January 14, 2024. During Makar Sankranti, the Sun starts its journey towards the north, so people in the Ganga, Krishna, Godavari, and Yamuna Rivers are at holy places and chant mantras. Makar Sankranti 2024: Important facts Makar Sankranti involves specific practices and activities, such as flying kites and …

Makar Sankranti 2024: Date, Time, History, Significance & How Is It Celebrated
1 year, 2 months ago

Makar Sankranti 2024: Date, Time, History, Significance & How Is It Celebrated

The Quint  

Makar Sankranti is the day from which the northward movement of the sun begins. On the day of Makar Sankranti, the sun starts its journey towards the north so, people take a holy dip in the Ganga, Godavari, Krishna, and Yamuna River at holy places and chant mantras. Before Makar Sankranti, the sun is in the Southern Hemisphere and due …

Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Lohri, Magh Bihu 2024 dates: Complete list of winter harvest festivals celebrated across India
1 year, 2 months ago

Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Lohri, Magh Bihu 2024 dates: Complete list of winter harvest festivals celebrated across India

Hindustan Times  

India is the land of festivals. With the first week of January already over, we will soon be celebrating the harvest festivals marked across India during the winter. The first harvest festivals of the year are Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Lohri, and Magh Bihu. So, we decided to compile a complete list of winter harvest festivals celebrated across India. Winter harvest …

Is Makar Sankranti on January 14 or 15? From correct date to Puja timings, know everything in detail
1 year, 2 months ago

Is Makar Sankranti on January 14 or 15? From correct date to Puja timings, know everything in detail

India TV News  

Makar Sankranti, also known as Maghi or Sankrat, is an auspicious Hindu festival that celebrates the transition of the sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn. However, there is often confusion regarding the exact date of Makar Sankranti, with some people observing it on January 14 and others on January 15. Makar Sankarati Date and Puja Timings: The date of …

Makar Sankranti 2024 date and time: Is Makar Sankranti on January 14 and January 15? Check correct date, significance
1 year, 2 months ago

Makar Sankranti 2024 date and time: Is Makar Sankranti on January 14 and January 15? Check correct date, significance

Hindustan Times  

Makar Sankranti 2024: One of the most special days of the year is here. Celebrated in different names throughout India, Makar Sankranti celebrates the sun's transition from the zodiac of Sagittarius to Capricorn. Makar Sankranti 2024 date and time: Is Makar Sankranti on January 14 and January 15? Check correct date, significance Every year, Makar Sankranti is celebrated with a …

Makar Sankranti 2024: Know date, time, history, and significance here
1 year, 2 months ago

Makar Sankranti 2024: Know date, time, history, and significance here

Live Mint  

Makar Sankranti is a Hindu harvest festival that is widely celebrated across India and usually falls in the month of January. Also read: OTT releases this week: From Tejas to Hi Nanna, Watch THESE movies or web series over the weekend During the festival, people worship the Sun God, take a holy dip in sacred water bodies, engage in charitable …

Festival List 2024: Sankranti, Eid To Diwali- Check Out All Dates
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Festival List 2024: Sankranti, Eid To Diwali- Check Out All Dates

ABP News  

Festival List 2024: Its just a few more days before we step into a new year. Just like every year, 2024 also has a lot in store for us. From Makar Sankranti on January 15, 2024, followed by Basant Panchami on February 14, Shivaratri in March, and the celebration of Holi, let's check out the dates of all festivals and …

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