Makar Sankranti 2023: Easy Recipes That You Can Try At Home
2 years, 2 months ago

Makar Sankranti 2023: Easy Recipes That You Can Try At Home

ABP News  

Makar Sankranti, also known as Uttarayana, Maghi, or simply Sankranti, is a Hindu holiday and observance. Check out these amazing recipes curated by ABP Live for you on this special occasion: Sakkarai Pongal: Ingredients: ½ cup / 100 gm – Rice ½ cup / 100 gm – Moong dal 2 ½ cups / 600 ml – Water 1 cup / 200 gms – Jaggery, grated 8 no – Green cardamom, crushed 4 Tbs / 60 gm – Ghee 2 Tbs / 30 gm – Raisin 2 Tbs / 30 gm – Cashewnut Method: Wash rice and dal separately and keep aside. Pongal Arancini With Tomato Pachdi: Ingredients: Rice 100gm Yellow Moong Dal 20gm Ghee 20gm Black Pepper Whole 5gm Cashew Broken 10gm Jeera Whole 3gm Chopped Green Chilli 5gm Curry Leaves 3gm Ginger Chopped3gm Turmeric Pdr 1gm Salt To Taste Bread Crumb for Coating Oil 500Ml For Tomato Pachadi: Tomato 50gm Oil 20 Ml Whole Jeera 3gm Whole Coriander 3gm Chopped Garlic 3gm Red Chilli Whole 2gm Green Chopped Chilli 3gm Curry Leaves2gm Salt to Taste Turmeric 1gm Coriander Pdr 1gm Kashmiri Chilli Pdr 1gm Jeera Pdr 1gm For Topping Oil 2Ml Mustard Seed 2Gm Jeera Whole 1Gm Red Chilli whole 1Gm Curry Leaves 1Gm Method: Soak rice and dal for at least 30 minutes. For tomato pachadi heat oil then add jeera, garlic, coriander, tomato, red chilli, turmeric, green chilli, red chilli powder, curry leaves, coriander powder, jeera powder, salt and stir well. Serve hot Pongal arancini with tomato pachadi Little Millet : Ingredients: Little millet 150 gm Moong dal 30 gm Peppercorn whole 5 gm Whole jeera 5 gm Olive oil 25 ml Ginger 10 gm Curry leaf 5 gm Salt 15 gm Water 500 ml Method: Wash the rice, dal and add 500 ml of water and boil it separately.

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Taste of Life: Politics of inclusion in Makar Sankranti celebrations
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Taste of Life: Politics of inclusion in Makar Sankranti celebrations

Hindustan Times  

Religious beliefs and rituals play an important role in individual and group behaviour. “Tilgul” is a candy made of sesame seeds and jaggery and is given typically by elders to youngsters on Makar Sankranti. The Marathi newspaper “Kesari” mentioned on January 9, 1900, that a group of wealthy men from Poona were planning to travel to Bombay to bathe in …

UK Deputy High Commissioner joins Sankranti shopping spree at Bengaluru's Gandhi Bazaar. Watch
2 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Makar Sankranti 2025: Delicious recipes to try from tilgul to pongal
2 months, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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 …

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 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 …

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 …

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…’

Live Mint  

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 …

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 Special: 5 Healthy Sesame-Based Recipes For A Festive Treat
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Makar Sankranti Special: 5 Healthy Sesame-Based Recipes For A Festive Treat

ABP News  

Makar Sankranti is a festival that's celebrated by the people of India, marking the harvest season. This nutritious snack is a popular food and treat that's enjoyed during the festival of Makar Sankranti. It's the best combination of sweetness and health benefits, making it a popular choice during Makar Sankranti. This recipe, made of sesame seeds and jaggery, is popular …

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 …

Recipes to add flavour to Makar Sankranti
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Recipes to add flavour to Makar Sankranti

Live Mint  

It’s the eve of Makar Sankranti, and perhaps the kitchen is the busiest corner in the house. Different communities of India celebrate it as a harvest festival and essential ingredients include sesame, ghee and rice. Recipe from The Taste of India podcast on Audible Ingredients Half cup little millet Half cup yellow moong dal 4-5 cups water 2 tbsps ghee/oil …

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: From Khichdi to Undhiyu, must-try traditional dishes for a festive feast
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Makar Sankranti 2025: From Khichdi to Undhiyu, must-try traditional dishes for a festive feast

India TV News  

Makar Sankranti is considered very important in Hinduism. Here are some must-try traditional dishes on Makar Sankranti Khichdi: Urad Dal and rice are important on the day of Makar Sankranti. Moong ke Mangode: On the day of Makar Sankranti, people make and eat moong dal mangode in Madhya Pradesh. Bajra ke Pua: On Makar Sankranti, puas or tikkis made from …

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 …

Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Bihu, Pongal, 5 chefs share their memories from harvest festivals
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Bihu, Pongal, 5 chefs share their memories from harvest festivals

Hindustan Times  

From Lohri in Punjab and Makar Sankranti in Maharashtra to Thai Pongal in Tamil Nadu, Bihu in Assam and Sankranti in West Bengal, people across the country are coming together to give thanks for the upcoming harvest season. Indian chefs like Sanjeev Kapoor, Sneha Singhi and Guntas Sethi share their favourite memories of harvest festivals celebrations Five chefs with roots …

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 …

Sankranti Splendour
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Sankranti Splendour

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: As winter makes way for warmer days, India gears up to celebrate Makar Sankranti, a festival that heralds the end of the winter solstice and the advent of longer days. Known by various names across the country – Lohri in Punjab, Pongal in Tamil Nadu, Uttarayan in Gujarat, and Poush Sankranti in West Bengal – this festival reflects the …

Makar Sankranti 2025: Til gud laddu to urad dal khichdi, traditional recipes to savour on this day
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Makar Sankranti 2025: Til gud laddu to urad dal khichdi, traditional recipes to savour on this day

Hindustan Times  

Makar Sankranti 2025: Makar Sankranti is a vibrant harvest festival celebrated across India, is a time for gratitude, joy, and indulging in traditional delicacies. {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} Ingredients: ½ cup split urad dal 1 cup short-grain rice 3 cups water 10-12 baby new potatoes ½ cup shelled fresh peas 3-4 tbsp ghee ¼ tsp hing 1 tsp cumin seeds 3-4 whole …

Sankranti celebrations a legacy rooted in AP’s traditions
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Sankranti celebrations a legacy rooted in AP’s traditions

Deccan Chronicle  

Tirupati: The festival of Sankranti, celebrated widely in Andhra Pradesh, is deeply connected to the region's history, spirituality and agrarian traditions. The rulers, known for their patronage of agriculture and art, promoted communal festivities to foster social harmony.“My grandmother used to tell me stories of Sankranti celebrations during the reign of local zamindars, who distribute food and gifts to farmers. …

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 …

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 …

Traditional Sankranti Delicacies Meet Modern Solutions As Festival Approaches
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Traditional Sankranti Delicacies Meet Modern Solutions As Festival Approaches

Deccan Chronicle  

Visakhapatnam: As the Sankranti festival draws near, families in Andhra Pradesh are finding innovative ways to preserve their culinary traditions while adapting themselves to urban lifestyles. "I prepare six dishes for Rs 1500, with each item made in quantities of 50," says Ramanaiya, a professional cook who offers home services. These festivals help urban residents reconnect with traditional dishes like …

Makar Sankranti 2025: Date, time, rituals, and celebration guide for this auspicious festival
2 months, 3 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 …

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 …

The traditional flavours of Makar Sankranti
1 year, 2 months ago

The traditional flavours of Makar Sankranti

Hindustan Times  

India is a nation where no festival can be considered truly complete without the inclusion of food. Chefs from four Indian states fish out their most beloved food memories and traditions associated with Makar Sankranti: Sarson ka saag and makai ki roti PUNJAB Rice pudding made with sugarcane juice “My favourite part of celebrating Lohri was helping my mum and …

Makar Sankranti 2024: Delectable traditional recipes to savour with loved ones
1 year, 2 months ago

Makar Sankranti 2024: Delectable traditional recipes to savour with loved ones

Hindustan Times  

Makar Sankranti, the celebration of sun's transit into Capricorn, is the time for new beginnings, warmer days and rejoicing over fresh harvest. Makar Sankranti 2024: From Pongal to Pooran Poli, delectable traditional recipes to savour with loved ones During Makar Sankranti festivities, farmers celebrate the abundance of crops and express gratitude for a good harvest. Sweet Pongal Ingredients Moong dal- …

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: …

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 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 …

Jaipur's Makar Sankranti celebration is nothing less than mini Diwali; watch
2 years, 2 months ago

Jaipur's Makar Sankranti celebration is nothing less than mini Diwali; watch

Firstpost  

The video, which has been recorded from a higher floor, shows hundreds of people stationed on their terrace, as they witness a lit sky filled with innumerable Chinese flying lanterns, which gives you an illusion of millions of twinkling stars. Now a video, exhibiting Jaipur’s vibrant and ecstatic Makar Sankranti celebrations, has taken the internet by storm. While sharing the …

Makar Sankranti 2023: Amitabh Bachchan, Vijay Deverakonda, Mahesh Babu bring festivities with warm wishes
2 years, 2 months ago

Makar Sankranti 2023: Amitabh Bachchan, Vijay Deverakonda, Mahesh Babu bring festivities with warm wishes

India TV News  

Makar Sankranti 2023: Festivals are something that has no boundaries, they are the same for everyone and carry the same level of excitement even for celebrities. As the country is celebrating Makar Sankranti, several celebrities, including Vijay Deverakonda, Mahesh Babu, Rishab Shetty, Abhishek Bachchan, Kriti Sanon, Allu Arjun and more, took to their social media handles to wish their fans …

Makar Sankranti: Thousands Take Dip in Himachal Rivers, Braving Extreme Chill
2 years, 2 months ago

Makar Sankranti: Thousands Take Dip in Himachal Rivers, Braving Extreme Chill

News 18  

Braving the extreme chill, thousands of people across Himachal Pradesh took a dip in rivers on Saturday to mark Makar Sankranti. “Every year over 25,000 devotees visit Tattapani to mark Makar Sankranti,” a priest told IANS over phone. In 2020, the khichdi, weighing 1,995 kg, was prepared jointly by the state Department of Tourism and Civil Aviation and the trust …

Vedanta chairman celebrates Makar Sankranti in full traditional style. See post
2 years, 2 months ago

Vedanta chairman celebrates Makar Sankranti in full traditional style. See post

Live Mint  

On the occasion of Makar Sankranti, Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal shared a sweet post that will make people nostalgic. "With the blessings of Surya Bhagwaan, I begin my 2023 with lots of dreams in my eyes, aur inhi sapno ko hakikat banane ki chah lekar chal pada hoon.Om Surya Namah," Vedanta's Agarwal wrote. Makar Sankranti is a festival in the …

Jagan, Naidu extend Sankranti wishes to all
2 years, 2 months ago

Jagan, Naidu extend Sankranti wishes to all

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: Chief Minister Y.S. In a message released on Friday, Jagan Mohan Reddy said, “The Sankranti festival was a farmer's festival, a festival of our sisters and a village festival. The villages are set under the lush green canopy, which adds to the splendour of the Sankranti festival in the villages.” The Chief Minister wished that every family in every …

Makar Sankranti 2023: Know Shubh Muhurat and Puja Vidhi for the festive occasion
2 years, 2 months ago

Makar Sankranti 2023: Know Shubh Muhurat and Puja Vidhi for the festive occasion

India TV News  

Makar Sankranti 2023: Also known as Uttarayan, Makar Sankranti is one of the main holidays observed in India. Let us know what is the shubh muhurat and puja vidhi for Makar Sankranti. Makar Sankranti 2023: Know Puja Vidhi On the day of Makar Sankranti, wake up early in the morning and take a bath and wear clean clothes. Read: Donate …

Makar Sankranti 2023: Why is dal khichdi consumed on this occasion?
2 years, 2 months ago

Makar Sankranti 2023: Why is dal khichdi consumed on this occasion?

Firstpost  

Makar Sankranti is considered to be a special harvest festival in different parts of India and is observed by preparing various dishes. Furthermore, freshly harvested rice and lentils are the main ingredients of this Makar Sankranti special dish. Mythological significance: It is believed that Khichdi was the favourite food of Gorakhnath, a saint who was also an influential founder of …

Makar Sankranti 2023: Date, origin and history of festival
2 years, 2 months ago

Makar Sankranti 2023: Date, origin and history of festival

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The auspicious Hindu festival of Makar Sankranti marks the Sun’s transit into Makara rashi. The Sankranti activities that should be done during Punya Kaal include: Offering Naivedhya to Lord Surya Taking bath Offering charity Performing Shraddha rituals Breaking fast or Parana It should be noted that all the Punya Kaal activities should be done in daytime. Origin and History of …

Makar Sankranti 2023: What is the difference between Uttarayan and Dakshinayan?
2 years, 2 months ago

Makar Sankranti 2023: What is the difference between Uttarayan and Dakshinayan?

Hindustan Times  

Makar Sankranti is a Hindu festival that marks the transition of the sun from the zodiac sign of Dhanu into the zodiac sign of Makara and marks the beginning of the sun's journey northwards, known as Uttarayan. In Gujarat and Maharashtra, people fly kites to mark the occasion of Makar Sankranti In Hindu mythology, the transition of the sun from …

Makar Sankranti 2023: How do different states celebrate this festival?
2 years, 2 months ago

Makar Sankranti 2023: How do different states celebrate this festival?

Firstpost  

The festival of Makar Sankranti comes among a few events that are celebrated all across India on the same day. Thus people, especially the farmers’, observe Makar Sankranti with much enthusiasm and follow certain rituals. Here, we will look at some of those unique celebrations of Makar Sankranti: Pongal- Tamil Nadu The state of Tamil Nadu also hosts a lavish …

Festive flavours of Sankranti in Andhra Pradesh
2 years, 2 months ago

Festive flavours of Sankranti in Andhra Pradesh

The Hindu  

The city is soaked in the colours of Sankranti. Thota Sarada, a farmer from Gullepalle village of K Kotapadu mandal near Visakhapatnam says, “We also make kalagaya pulusu or teepi pulusu, which is mixed vegetables cooked in jaggery and tamarind. The entire household, including children, are involved in the preparations,” she says, adding: “This is a festival during which we …

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