Thrissur Pooram 2024: Date, rituals, history, significance and everything that you need to know about the festival
11 months, 1 week ago

Thrissur Pooram 2024: Date, rituals, history, significance and everything that you need to know about the festival

Hindustan Times  

Thrissur Pooram 2024: The special temple festival of Kerala is here. Every year, Thrissur Pooram is celebrated with a lot of pomp and grandeur at the Thekkinkadu Maidanam in the district of Thrissur in Kerala. History: Shakthan Thampuran, the ruler of Cochin from 1790 to 1805 started Thrissur Pooram. Hearing this, Shakthan Thampuran decided to start Thrissur Pooram in the month of Medam.

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Thrissur Pooram will come to 'grinding halt', temple boards tell Supreme Court
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Thrissur Pooram will come to 'grinding halt', temple boards tell Supreme Court

India Today  

Two important temple boards in Kerala moved Supreme Court against Kerala High Court’s order regarding the restrictions during the conduct of festivals, such as Thrissur Pooram. The petition challenged the Kerala High Court’s festival-centric directions for the conduct of Thrissur Pooram and other festivals, especially those involving elephants. According to the temple management committees, if the Kerala High Court’s festival-centric …

Tradition or safety? How Kerala govt is in a spot over curbs on elephant parades
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Tradition or safety? How Kerala govt is in a spot over curbs on elephant parades

India Today  

Kerala’s renowned temple festivals, attracting hundreds of thousands of people, are unimaginable without the traditional elephant parades. The fate of these majestic shows now hangs in the balance with the Kerala High Court questioning their indispensability and stipulating a minimum three-metre gap between each elephant taking part in parades done in the public or at temples. Jayasankaran Nambiar and Gopinath …

Happy Onam 2024: 50 best wishes, images, greetings, SMS, WhatsApp and Facebook status to share with family and friends
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Happy Onam 2024: 50 best wishes, images, greetings, SMS, WhatsApp and Facebook status to share with family and friends

Hindustan Times  

Happy Onam 2024: The auspicious Hindu festival of Onam is celebrated annually with fervour. Happy Onam 2024 wishes, images and greetings May your Onam be as bright and beautiful as the pookalam and as sweet as the Onam sadya. Happy Onam 2024 greetings May the celebrations of Onam fill your heart with joy and your life with peace and prosperity. …

Onam 2024 Date: History, Significance, Rituals, and When is Thiruvonam in Kerala?
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Onam 2024 Date: History, Significance, Rituals, and When is Thiruvonam in Kerala?

News 18  

The vibrant festival of Onam, also known as Thiru-Onam or Thiruvonam, is celebrated with great enthusiasm in Kerala. Onam begins with Atham and continues with Chithira, Chodi, Vishakham, Anizham, Thriketa, Moolam, Pooradam, Uthradom, and Thiruvonam till the last day. The final day of Onam, i.e., Thiruvonam, carries immense importance as it concludes the festivities, with families preparing and partaking in …

When Is Onam 2024? Know Thiruvonam Date, History, Timings, Significance
8 months ago

When Is Onam 2024? Know Thiruvonam Date, History, Timings, Significance

ABP News  

Onam 2024: Onam is a Hindu festival celebrated by the people of Kerala in the month of Chingam, which is known as Simha month in other solar calendars and Avani month in Tamil Calendar. The celebrations of Onam start on Atham day and continue for 10 days till Thiruvonam day when Asura King Mahabali is believed to have visited every …

Vishu 2024: Date, timing, history, significance and celebration of Malayalam New Year
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Vishu 2024: Date, timing, history, significance and celebration of Malayalam New Year

Hindustan Times  

Vishu is a Hindu festival celebrating the Malayalam New Year in Kerala, Tulu Nadu and Mahe in India. All you need to know about Vishu 2024 Vishu 2024 date This year, the auspicious festival of Vishu will be observed on Thursday, April 14. Significance of Vishu According to the Malayalam calendar, Vishu is a significant festival in Kerala that ushers …

5 Indian cities renowned for their distinctive festivals
1 year ago

5 Indian cities renowned for their distinctive festivals

India TV News  

India's cultural tapestry is woven with a myriad of festivals, each bearing a unique essence that reflects the country's rich heritage and traditions. Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh - Dev Deepawali: Image Source : GOOGLEVaranasi, Uttar Pradesh - Dev Deepawali Known as the ‘City of Light,’ Varanasi hosts the spectacular Dev Deepawali festival, celebrated on the occasion of kartik purnima, the full …

Onam 2023: Devotees offer prayers at Thrikkakkara Vamana Moorthy Temple in Kochi
1 year, 7 months ago

Onam 2023: Devotees offer prayers at Thrikkakkara Vamana Moorthy Temple in Kochi

India TV News  

Onam is a harvest festival, celebrated mainly by Malayalis in Kerala. Meanwhile, as Malayalis all over the world are celebrating Onam on Thiruvonam day, the spirit is equally buoyant at the Thrikkakara Vamana Moorthy Temple. As per ANI reports, talking about the auspicious festival, Ram Moorthy who is a member of the temple committee told ANI, “Kerala’s onam festival is …

Onam 2023: When is Thiruvonam? Know about the main day of Kerala's harvesting festival
1 year, 7 months ago

Onam 2023: When is Thiruvonam? Know about the main day of Kerala's harvesting festival

India TV News  

Onam is one of the most celebrated festivals in Kerala, India. Onam is a harvest festival that marks the beginning of the harvest season, and it also marks the return of King Mahabali. Apart from this, Onam festivities also include other activities such as boat races, folk dances such as Kaikotti kali and Thumbi thullal, and traditional music performances. On …

Onam 2023: Places To Visit In Kerala During This Time
1 year, 7 months ago

Onam 2023: Places To Visit In Kerala During This Time

ABP News  

New Delhi: Onam stands out as one of Kerala's most splendid festivals, brimming with both religious and cultural significance, celebrated with immense splendor. This event commences the Onam celebrations, featuring an awe-inspiring procession, Athachamayam, showcasing embellished elephants, dances, music, floats, and the entire spectrum of Kerala's artistic expressions. The celebrations include Pookalam contests, stage performances, dance competitions, folk arts showcases, …

Thrissur Pooram 2023: Date, history, significance and all you need to know about the mother of all poorams
1 year, 11 months ago

Thrissur Pooram 2023: Date, history, significance and all you need to know about the mother of all poorams

Hindustan Times  

Thrissur Pooram 2023: Kerala is gearing up to celebrate the 36-hour-long temple festival, Thrissur Pooram. From the history and significance of Thrissur Pooram to the various events and rituals that take place during the festival, here is everything you need to know about this iconic celebration. Thrissur Pooram date and time: Thrissur Pooram 2023 will take place on May 1, …

When is Onam 2022? Thiruvonam Date, Spiritual Significance, Puja Rituals and Shubh Muhurat for Kerala's Harvest Festival
2 years, 6 months ago

When is Onam 2022? Thiruvonam Date, Spiritual Significance, Puja Rituals and Shubh Muhurat for Kerala's Harvest Festival

News 18  

ONAM 2022: Onam is the one of most awaited and biggest festivals in Kerala. On the last day, people prepare Onam sadya and the giant feast is savoured with family. Onam: Spiritual Significance As per Indian mythology scripts, on this day, King Mahabali managed to conquer Gods and established his rule over the three worlds. Onam: Puja Rituals Family members …

Onam 2022: All About Kerala's 10-day Harvest Festival That Marks the Arrival of King Mahabali
2 years, 6 months ago

Onam 2022: All About Kerala's 10-day Harvest Festival That Marks the Arrival of King Mahabali

News 18  

ONAM 2022: Onam, the annual Hindu harvest festival, is celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm in the state of Kerala. Chithira – August 31, 2022 On the second day of the festival, two more layers of orange and yellow flowers get added to the Pookalam. Vishakam – September 2, 2022 The Onasadya preparation commences on the fourth day as Malayalis …

Happy Onam 2022: Thiruvonam Wishes, Greetings, SMS, HD Images, WhatsApp & Facebook Status for you
2 years, 6 months ago

Happy Onam 2022: Thiruvonam Wishes, Greetings, SMS, HD Images, WhatsApp & Facebook Status for you

India TV News  

Happy Onam 2022: Thiruvonam Wishes, Greetings, SMS, HD Images, WhatsApp & Facebook Status for you Happy Onam 2022: Celebrate this auspicious festival with your near and dear ones this year, here we share some wishes, messages, quotes, images, and Facebook & Whatsapp status which you can forward to your friends and family. Happy Onam 2022: One of the most important …

Onam 2022: Puja rituals, shubh muhurat and all you need to know
2 years, 7 months ago

Onam 2022: Puja rituals, shubh muhurat and all you need to know

Hindustan Times  

Onam 2022: Onam is an annual harvest festival in Kerala. Every Malayali or Keralite celebrates the Onam festival for ten days with great zeal and fervour. Onam Sadhya, a traditional Kerala meal, is a colourful feast with more than 25 dishes that are served on a banana leaf to celebrate the festival. Onam 2022: Puja rituals, shubh muhurat and all …

List of important Indian festivals in the month of June 2022
2 years, 10 months ago

List of important Indian festivals in the month of June 2022

India Today  

India is believed to be a country of 'Unity in Diversity' which has multiple cultures, languages, traditions, and diversity in festivals. Throughout the year there are various festivals and events taking place considering the ancient Indian tradition that coincides with the seasonal changes. This month begins with the Mahashivratri, which is one of the biggest festivals in India, followed by …

Onam 2021: All You Need to Know About 10-day Harvest Celebration
3 years, 7 months ago

Onam 2021: All You Need to Know About 10-day Harvest Celebration

News 18  

Onam, the most revered and celebrated festival of Kerala, is celebrated every year by the Malayali community across the world. The 10-day long festival marks the beginning of harvest season as well as the appearance of the Vaman avatar of Lord Vishnu along with the homecoming of King Mahabali. Moolam With just two days left for the festival, the 7th …

Onam 2021: All You Need to Know About Kerala Government's COVID-19 Guidelines for Onam Celebrations
3 years, 7 months ago

Onam 2021: All You Need to Know About Kerala Government's COVID-19 Guidelines for Onam Celebrations

News 18  

Since the outbreak of the COVID-19 virus last year, festival, celebrations and gatherings have remained rather subdued. Now, as Kerala celebrates the 10 day-long festival of Onam followed by several other occasions, the state government has issued a fresh set of advisory and guidelines to ensure COVID-19 protocols during the celebration. Read: Onam 2021: Kerala Governor Extends Onam Greetings The …

Onam 2021: Date, significance, and all you need to know about Kerala's harvest festival
3 years, 7 months ago

Onam 2021: Date, significance, and all you need to know about Kerala's harvest festival

Firstpost  

This year, the festivities of Onam has started today, 12 August and will end on 23 August. Take a look at the day-wise festivities of Onam below: 12 August : People decorate their house with yellow flowers. 15 August : Considered as one of the most auspicious days of Onam, people prepare for the Onam Sadhya on the fourth day …

2 Killed, 15 Injured as Banyan Tree Branch Falls on Kerala's Thrissur Pooram Festival Procession
3 years, 11 months ago

2 Killed, 15 Injured as Banyan Tree Branch Falls on Kerala's Thrissur Pooram Festival Procession

News 18  

Two persons were killed and 15 injured when a branch of a banyan tree fell on a procession held as part of the Thrissur Pooram festival held here past midnight, police said on Saturday. The incident occurred around 12.20 am when the Thiruvambady Devaswom's Madathil Varavu Panchavadyam, a religious ceremony related to Thrissur Pooram festival, was passing under it. A …

Many colours of Onam celebrations from across Kerala
4 years, 7 months ago

Many colours of Onam celebrations from across Kerala

The Hindu  

Chingam, the first month of Malayalam calendar, brings in Onam, the 10-day festival. “On Atham, when Mahabali is believed to start his journey to visit his former subjects, yellow flowers are used,” says Manjusha Pisharody, a food blogger and history buff from Palakkad. Says Suresh Ezhuvanthala, a teacher and folklore exponent from Cherpulassery in Palakkad district, “In my community, we …

Onam 2020: Here's Everything You Need to Know About 10-day Harvest Celebration
4 years, 7 months ago

Onam 2020: Here's Everything You Need to Know About 10-day Harvest Celebration

News 18  

Kerala celebrates the annual festival of harvest ‘Onam’. Here is what the 10 days of Onam signify: August 22, Atham: The first day of Onam begins with decorating the home with yellow flowers known as Pookalam. August 24, Chodi: On the 3rd day of Onam, the members of the family get together and exchange gifts, known as Onakodi and jewelry. …

Thrissur Pooram cancelled due to coronavirus crisis: What the festival means to a city and its people
4 years, 11 months ago

Thrissur Pooram cancelled due to coronavirus crisis: What the festival means to a city and its people

Firstpost  

The cancellation of the Thrissur Pooram in the wake of the nationwide coronavirus lockdown has hit the city — which has a deep-rooted emotional and economic connection with the festival — hard. *** EVERY YEAR, as the mercury rises to dizzying heights, hordes of people descend on Thrissur, the cultural capital of Kerala, to witness Thrissur Pooram — a spectacular …

All About Kerala's Thrissur Pooram Festival That's Cancelled For The First Time In Over 200 Years
4 years, 11 months ago

All About Kerala's Thrissur Pooram Festival That's Cancelled For The First Time In Over 200 Years

ABP News  

Thrissur Pooram, Kerala’s biggest temple festival is cancelled in the wake of the ongoing Coronavirus outbreak, this has happened for the first time in the festival’s history. The festival is known at the ‘mother of all festivals’ in Kerala and people from around the world would flock in to witness it. The main highlights include a spectacular pageant of 50 …

In pictures: Thrissur Pooram, a cultural extravaganza
6 years, 11 months ago

In pictures: Thrissur Pooram, a cultural extravaganza

The Hindu  

With percussion instruments doling out hypnotic rhythms and majestic elephants lined all over the city, the much popular and revered Thrissur Pooram is celebrated every year with grandeur. A look at the various parts of the event in pictures Thousands converged at Thekkinkadu Maidan in Thrissur to celebrate the time-honoured Pooram festival. This marks the ritualistic beginning of the Pooram …

Jumbo preparations for Thrissur Pooram
6 years, 11 months ago

Jumbo preparations for Thrissur Pooram

Deccan Chronicle  

Elephants hold a special place in festivals, particularly in Thrissur Pooram, where more than a hundred captive elephants are paraded each year. Though the Thiruvambady and Paramekkavu devaswom boards have informed that they will ensure proper safety measures and provide enough amenities for the elephants, the concern over its execution poses a question mark. “Caparisoned elephants belonging to the two …

Thrissur Pooram 2017: After last year's Kollam tragedy, government takes sting out of festival
7 years, 10 months ago

Thrissur Pooram 2017: After last year's Kollam tragedy, government takes sting out of festival

Firstpost  

Thrissur Pooram is undoubtedly the mother of all temple festivals in Kerala. R Venugopal who is deputy chief controller of explosives at PESO is the man heading the team that needs to ensure that Pooram’s fireworks do stay within safety norms. At the same time, Pooram is like a state festival and we had to ensure that all the ingredients …

Thrissur Pooram: A spectacle in the offing
7 years, 10 months ago

Thrissur Pooram: A spectacle in the offing

Deccan Chronicle  

Thrissur: The cultural capital is all set to celebrate Thrissur Pooram, the festival of all temple festivals. The 36-hour-long pooram spectacle begins on Friday morning with the arrival of eight small poorams to Vadakkumnathan temple starting at 7.30 a.m. Pooram is made of spectacular events such as processions, percussion ensemble Illanjithara Melam, display of coloured umbrellas, fireworks and the day …

Despite Kollam Tragedy, Thrissur Festival Attracts Large Crowd
8 years, 11 months ago

Despite Kollam Tragedy, Thrissur Festival Attracts Large Crowd

The Quint  

The famous Thrissur Pooram festival began in Kerala on Monday with deities of eight small temples arriving in front of Lord Vadakkunathan temple for the annual ritual. The rituals were carried out amid tight security in the light of the Kollam temple tragedy with strict guidelines issued by the Kerala High Court for its conduct. People cutting across religious lines …

Thrissur Pooram Festival Begins amid Security, Restrictions
8 years, 11 months ago

Thrissur Pooram Festival Begins amid Security, Restrictions

The Quint  

The famous Thrissur Pooram festival began here today with deities of eight small temples arriving in front of Lord Vadakkunathan temple for the annual ritual amid tight security in the light of the Kollam temple tragedy and strict guidelines issued by the Kerala High Court for its conduct. Tight security is in place for this year’s festival in light of …

Thrissur Pooram will be celebrated in line with HC guidelines: Chandy
8 years, 11 months ago

Thrissur Pooram will be celebrated in line with HC guidelines: Chandy

Deccan Chronicle  

Thrissur: Thrissur Pooram will be celebrated in line with the guidelines issued by the High Court to ensure safety and security and without losing the essence of its tradition, beauty and culture, Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy said on Friday. "Safety and security is a very important matter," Chandy said a day after the Kerala High Court allowed low-decibel fireworks …

With unspecified ‘controls’, Kerala allows fireworks displays during Thissur Pooram
8 years, 11 months ago

With unspecified ‘controls’, Kerala allows fireworks displays during Thissur Pooram

India TV News  

Thiruvananthapuram: The recent tragedy at Kerala’s Puttingal temple that over 100 lives appears to have fallen short of delivering the right lessons in th state. Despite the fire tragedy that struck as a result of fireworks displays, the Kerala High Court has approved the use of fireworks during the state's biggest festival, the upcoming Thrissur Pooram that will be held …

Fire likely to cast shadow over Thrissur Pooram festivities
8 years, 11 months ago

Fire likely to cast shadow over Thrissur Pooram festivities

India TV News  

Kochi: The fire tragedy at the Puttingal Devi Complex in Kollam district is likely to cast a shadow over Kerala’s famous Thrissur Pooram festival in which display of fireworks is a major attraction. The Thrissur District Administration will hold a meeting of all stakeholders including office-bearers of famous Paramekkavu and Thiruvambadi Devaswoms, the major players in the festival, to discuss …

Kollam temple fire tragedy may cloud up Thrissur Pooram festivities; district administration to hold meeting to discuss safety measures
8 years, 11 months ago

Kollam temple fire tragedy may cloud up Thrissur Pooram festivities; district administration to hold meeting to discuss safety measures

Firstpost  

The fire tragedy at the Puttingal Devi Complex in Kollam district is likely to cast a shadow over Kerala’s famous Thrissur Pooram festival in which display of fireworks is a major attraction. Kochi: The fire tragedy at the Puttingal Devi Complex in Kollam district is likely to cast a shadow over Kerala’s famous Thrissur Pooram festival in which display of …

Mother of Kerala festivals Thrissur Pooram begins
11 years, 11 months ago

Mother of Kerala festivals Thrissur Pooram begins

India TV News  

Mother of Kerala festivals Thrissur Pooram begins Thrissur, Apr 15: Thrissur Pooram, billed as the "mother of all festivals" in Kerala, begins Monday. The grand finale, however, will be days later, with the fireworks display on Sunday.The participating temples include the Vadakunnathan Thrissur, Apr 15: Thrissur Pooram, billed as the "mother of all festivals" in Kerala, begins Monday. The participating …

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