Why Lohri, Makar Sankranti and Pongal are celebrated at the same time in India?
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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, and Pongal are celebrated in different ways across states, but they all have the same significance as harvest festivals.

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

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

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

The Hindu’s Faith column | Lohri, harbinger of inner light
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The Hindu’s Faith column | Lohri, harbinger of inner light

The Hindu  

Lohri is a precursor to the festivals of Maghi, Pongal and Bihu throughout India. Offering thanksgiving to the Sun God, Lohri heralds the beginning of the end of the dark bleak dreary winters and the beginning of warm days, said Prof. Kumool Abbi. Linked to the solar calendar, Lohri, like Pongal, is a very significant religious and cultural festival. Lastly …

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

Pongal 2024: Four days of Pongal; all the rituals of the harvest festival you want to know in detail
1 year ago

Pongal 2024: Four days of Pongal; all the rituals of the harvest festival you want to know in detail

Hindustan Times  

The vibrant and auspicious harvesting festival of Pongal or Bhogi Pongal is widely celebrated in India and holds immense significance in Tamil Nadu. Pongal falls every year in January, during the Tai month of the Tamil Solar calendar, and lasts four days. Pongal 2024: All the rituals of the harvest festival Pongal begins on January 15 and ends on January …

Lohri, Pongal and Makar Sankranti: 3 Content Creators Share How These Festivals Bring Families Together
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Lohri, Pongal and Makar Sankranti: 3 Content Creators Share How These Festivals Bring Families Together

News 18  

As the festive season unfolds, individuals from diverse backgrounds embrace unique traditions to celebrate joyous occasions. In this glimpse into the lives of Aruna Mucherla, Suraj Pal Singh, and Hardik Banga, we discover the heartwarming family bonding activities they cherish during the festivals of Pongal, Makar Sankranti, and Lohri, respectively. Aruna Mucherla on Pongal Aruna Mucherla, a multifaceted personality known …

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

Bhogi Pongal 2024: From thayir sadam to parippu payasam, 5 delicious traditional recipes to make on this day
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Bhogi Pongal 2024: From thayir sadam to parippu payasam, 5 delicious traditional recipes to make on this day

Hindustan Times  

Bhogi Pongal 2024: The festival of Makar Sankranti is fast approaching and will be celebrated with much zeal and devotion across the country. Ven Pongal Ven Pongal Ingredients: 1/4 cup yellow moong dal 1/2 cup rice 1/4 tsp asafoetida 1 1/2 tsp cumin seeds 1 tsp finely chopped ginger salt to taste 1 1/2 tbsp ghee 1 tbsp broken cashew …

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

Lohri 2024: Date, significance, celebrations; here’s all you need to know
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Lohri 2024: Date, significance, celebrations; here’s all you need to know

Live Mint  

Lohri is a popular festival celebrated largely among Sikhs and Hindus across India, especially in the North Indian states. There has been confusion on the date of Lohri as to when the festival will be celebrated this year i.e. Wishes, messages, and quotes to share with your loved ones Lohri celebrations: Bonfire made of wood and cow dung is lit …

Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Lohri, Magh Bihu 2024 dates: Complete list of winter harvest festivals celebrated across India
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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 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 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 2023: Amitabh Bachchan, Vijay Deverakonda, Mahesh Babu bring festivities with warm wishes
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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 …

Pongal: The Thanksgiving to Surya Bhagwan - News18
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Pongal: The Thanksgiving to Surya Bhagwan - News18

News 18  

Pongal/Sankranti is the main thanksgiving Sun festival in India to worship and celebrate the bounty of the Sun God, ‘Surya Bhagwan’! He says in the book: “Nothing proves so much the antiquity of solar idolatry as the care Moses took to prohibit it.” SUN WORSHIP IN INDIA In India, too, the Sun God has been worshipped as Lord Surya Deva …

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

Lohri 2023: How to Greet People 'Happy Lohri' in a Truly Punjabi Way
2 years ago

Lohri 2023: How to Greet People 'Happy Lohri' in a Truly Punjabi Way

News 18  

HAPPY LOHRI 2023: It is believed that Lohri, which is celebrated a day before Makar Sankranti, marks the end of winters as per the Hindu calendar and is also linked to the Rabi crop harvesting. It is believed that Lohri, which is celebrated a day before Makar Sankranti, marks the end of winters as per the Hindu calendar and is …

When is Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Uttarayan and Bihu 2023? Date, History and Significance
2 years ago

When is Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Uttarayan and Bihu 2023? Date, History and Significance

News 18  

LOHRI, MAKAR SANKRANTI, UTTARAYAN, BIHU AND PONGAL 2023: The commencement of the Indian harvesting festivals is just around the corner. Makar Sankranti Makar Sankranti, the festival of kites, is celebrated to mark the inaugural of the harvest season. Uttarayan The Gujarati community addresses Makar Sankranti as Uttarayan, a significant festival that lasts for two days. Bihu Bihu also known as …

President Murmu greets citizens on Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Magh Bihu, Pongal
2 years ago

President Murmu greets citizens on Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Magh Bihu, Pongal

Deccan Chronicle  

President Murmu greets citizens on Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Magh Bihu, Pongal NEW DELHI: President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday greeted citizens on Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Magh Bihu, and Pongal, and wished that the festivals bind different communities in the bonds of love, harmony and affection. Murmu has greeted her fellow citizens on the eve of Lohri Makar Sankranti, Magh Bihu, and …

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

Makar Sankranti 2023: Date, origin and history of festival

Firstpost  

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 …

Pongal 2023: All you need to know about four-day harvest festival
2 years ago

Pongal 2023: All you need to know about four-day harvest festival

Firstpost  

One of the major festivals in India, Pongal is celebrated with great pomp and enthusiasm, especially in the region of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. With the date of Pongal 2023 inching closer, read further to know in detail about the four-day harvest festival. Check the important dates: 15 January 2023 - Bhogi Pongal - On this day, people begin the …

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

Makar Sankranti 2023: 3 reasons why we celebrate festival
2 years ago

Makar Sankranti 2023: 3 reasons why we celebrate festival

Firstpost  

Makar Sankranti is a famous Indian festival celebrated across the country in different traditions on the same day. Also known as the harvest festival in many states, Makar Sankranti is considered very auspicious for embarking on new endeavours. There are various reasons for celebrating the festival which holds both seasonal and religious significance: Why is Makar Sankranti celebrated? Apart from …

Lohri 2023: Date, puja timings and why it is celebrated
2 years ago

Lohri 2023: Date, puja timings and why it is celebrated

Firstpost  

The time to harvest sugarcane crops is in January, therefore, Lohri is considered a harvest festival. Farmers in Punjab see the day after the festival as the financial new year Lohri is a harvest festival that marks the end of winter season. Date and Puja Timings: As per Drik Panchang, Lohri will be celebrated on 14 January this year. As …

Makar Sankranti 2023: Puja muhurat, rituals and all you want to know
2 years ago

Makar Sankranti 2023: Puja muhurat, rituals and all you want to know

Hindustan Times  

Makar Sankranti 2023: Makar Sankranti is one of the major festivals celebrated with much grandeur in India and holds great significance for Hindus. The festival of Makar Sankranti, also known as Sankranthi, honours the Sun God Lord Surya and commemorates the sun's entry into the Capricorn zodiac sign. According to Drik Panchang, Makar Sankranti is celebrated as Pongal in Tamil …

Makar Sankranti 2023: 14 or 15 when to celebrate Uttarayana? Know Shubh Muhurat & Important beliefs
2 years ago

Makar Sankranti 2023: 14 or 15 when to celebrate Uttarayana? Know Shubh Muhurat & Important beliefs

India TV News  

Makar Sankranti 2023: Makar Sankranti is one of the most important festivals of Hindus. According to Acharya Indu Prakash, on the day of Makar Sankranti, there is great importance of bathing and donating at the pilgrimage sites. Makar Sankranti 2023 Shubh Muhurat Punya Kaal morning - 7.15 am to 12.30 am Mahapunya Kaal morning - 7:15:13 to 9:15:13 Things to …

Makar Sankranti 2023: Date, history, significance and celebration of the Hindu festival
2 years ago

Makar Sankranti 2023: Date, history, significance and celebration of the Hindu festival

Hindustan Times  

Makar Sankranti is the first Hindu festival that is celebrated with great pomp and enthusiasm across India and usually takes place in January. Makar Sankranti 2023: Date, history, significance and celebration of the Hindu festival Makar Sankranti marks the end of winter as well as the beginning of longer days on account of the sun's northward journey. Date: Makar Sankranti …

Makar Sankranti 2023: When to celebrate Makar Sankranti? Know the exact date and puja muhurat
2 years ago

Makar Sankranti 2023: When to celebrate Makar Sankranti? Know the exact date and puja muhurat

Hindustan Times  

Makar Sankranti is one of the most auspicious Hindu festivals that holds great significance and is celebrated with much pomp. According to Drik Panchang, Makar Sankranti or Sankranthi is marked as Pongal in Tamil Nadu, Khichdi in Eastern Uttar Pradesh, Uttarayanan in Gujarat and Rajasthan, and Maghi in Haryana and Punjab. Although Makar Sankranti is celebrated in the month of …

Lohri 2023: Is Lohri on January 13 or 14? All you need to know about date, puja timings and why is it celebrated
2 years ago

Lohri 2023: Is Lohri on January 13 or 14? All you need to know about date, puja timings and why is it celebrated

Hindustan Times  

The auspicious festival of Lohri is celebrated with much pomp by the people of Haryana and Punjab, especially from the Hindu and Sikh community. Lohri 2023: All you need to know about the correct date, puja timings and more. It also celebrates the arrival of warmer weather because after Makar Sankranti, a day after Lohri, the nights get shorter, and …

Makar Sankranti 2023: Five ideas to decorate your home
2 years ago

Makar Sankranti 2023: Five ideas to decorate your home

Firstpost  

Makar Sankranti marks the end of the winter season and the beginning of the new harvest festival. There are several ideas you can try out if you want to celebrate Pongal and Sankranti with traditional yet unique decorations. Draping Drapes are a very good option for Makar Sankranti decorations if you have a tight budget. Use banana leaves on your …

Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Bhogali Bihu: India’s winter harvest festival with many names
3 years ago

Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Bhogali Bihu: India’s winter harvest festival with many names

Firstpost  

The festival is celebrated to mark the beginning of the harvesting season in the country and is probably the only one that is celebrated in every region of India, on the same day, but in different manners and names India is popularly known as the land of festivals and 14 January is especially festive as different parts of the country …

Makar Sankranti 2022: Dahi-Chura to Holy Bath, some auspicious things you must do on January 14
3 years ago

Makar Sankranti 2022: Dahi-Chura to Holy Bath, some auspicious things you must do on January 14

India Today  

Makar Sankranti is one of the most auspicious festivals celebrated by Hindus across the nation. Makar Sankranti 2022: Date and Timings This year, Makar Sankranti is being celebrated on January 14, 2022, according to Drik Panchang. While there are different ways in which Makar Sankranti is being celebrated across northern India, here are some auspicious things you can do on …

Makar Sankranti 2022: All you need to know about puja timings, significance and celebrations
3 years ago

Makar Sankranti 2022: All you need to know about puja timings, significance and celebrations

Firstpost  

The festival is dedicated to the Sun God and marks the beginning of the new harvest festival Makar Sankranti will be marked across the country on Friday, 14 January. Makar Sankranti is considered extremely auspicious and several people believe that they can get blessed by the gods by taking a bath in the Ganga river on this day. According to …

Happy Pongal 2022: Wishes, messages, quotes, greetings, images, Facebook and WhatsApp status to share with your loved ones
3 years ago

Happy Pongal 2022: Wishes, messages, quotes, greetings, images, Facebook and WhatsApp status to share with your loved ones

India Today  

Pongal 2022: Makar Sankranti is the first major Hindu festival according to the Gregorian calendar, celebrated around mid-January with much fervour. Happy Pongal 2022: Here are a few wishes you can use to greet your loved ones: May the sweetness of jaggery, milk, and these dry fruits bring the sweetest wishes to you and your family. Happy Pongal 2022 to …

Different festivals signify India's vibrant cultural diversity: PM Modi
3 years ago

Different festivals signify India's vibrant cultural diversity: PM Modi

India TV News  

Highlights PM Narendra Modi extends greetings to nation on different festivals today Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Bhogali Bihu, Uttarayan mark harvesting season of crops People enjoy fruits of good harvest and celebrate these festivals with fervour Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday greeted the nation on the occasion of various festivals being celebrated across the country today and said that different …

Makar Sankranti 2022: Date, puja time, history, significance, celebrations and all you need to know
3 years ago

Makar Sankranti 2022: Date, puja time, history, significance, celebrations and all you need to know

Hindustan Times  

Makar Sankranti 2022: One of the major festivals celebrated with much pomp in India, Makar Sankranti holds great significance for Hindus. Makar Sankranti 2022: Date, puja time, history, significance, celebrations and all you need to know Makar Sankranti, or simply Sankranti, is dedicated to Lord Surya Makar Sankranti Date And Timings This year, Makar Sankranti falls on Friday, January 14, …

Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Bihu, and Pongal 2022: Date, History and Significance
3 years ago

Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Bihu, and Pongal 2022: Date, History and Significance

News 18  

If India was a palette, it would be the most diverse, with cultures and ethnicities changing every few hundred kilometres. Lohri, Pongal, Makar Sankranti, and Bihu are festivals that represent different cultures but unite under one country – India. Lohri is celebrated a day before Makar Sankranti and is primarily celebrated in North India, especially the agricultural state of Punjab. …

Lohri 2022: Date, Time, history, significance & why the Hindu festival is celebrated
3 years ago

Lohri 2022: Date, Time, history, significance & why the Hindu festival is celebrated

India TV News  

The festival of Lohri is celebrated just a day before Makar Sankranti. Lohri holds special substance for those people who are newly married or who have had a new baby in their house. This year the Hindu festival of Lohri will be celebrated on 13 January 2022. Lohri is celebrated by having a bonfire in the evening by collecting wood …

Makar Sankranti 2022: Know Why This Day Is More Special In 2022 & Auspicious Muhurat
3 years ago

Makar Sankranti 2022: Know Why This Day Is More Special In 2022 & Auspicious Muhurat

ABP News  

Ujjain News: Makar Sankranti, the great festival of Surya Sankranti will be celebrated on January 15, 2022, during the ‘Brahma Yog’. As per popular belief, if the Surya Sankranti falls after noon, the Sankranti is available in the ‘Gochar’ period and the auspicious festival should be celebrated on the next day. So, according to this belief, as the Sun will …

Narendra Modi, Ram Nath Kovind, Amit Shah greet nation on Pongal, Bihu, Makar Sankranti
4 years ago

Narendra Modi, Ram Nath Kovind, Amit Shah greet nation on Pongal, Bihu, Makar Sankranti

Firstpost  

PM Modi said that while Makar Sankranti ‘reaffirms the importance of respecting mother nature’, Pongal showcases the best of Tamil culture On the occasion of Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Magh Bihu, President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other leaders extended greetings on Twitter. — Narendra Modi January 14, 2021 In separate tweets, Modi wished the citizens …

Lohri 2021: Date, time, significance, and celebration
4 years ago

Lohri 2021: Date, time, significance, and celebration

India Today  

Lohri is a popular harvest festival celebrated with much joy and enthusiasm across the nation on January 13 every year. Lohri history and significance Lohri marks the end of the winter solstice and the beginning of the harvest season of Rabi crops in Punjab. That is why people ignite a bonfire to mark Lohri celebration every year. Read: World Hindi …

Makar Sankranti 2021: Date, time and rituals
4 years ago

Makar Sankranti 2021: Date, time and rituals

India Today  

Makar Sankranti 2021: According to the Gregorian calendar, Makar Sankranti is the first major Hindu festival celebrated with much fervor across several parts of India. Makar Sankranti 2021: Date Makar Sankranti is generally observed on a day which usually falls on 14 January of the Gregorian calendar, but sometimes it falls on 15 January. Makar Sankranti 2021: Punya Kaal The …

Makar Sankranti 2020: Facebook, WhatsApp messages, Wishes, Greetings, SMS, HD images and GIFs
5 years ago

Makar Sankranti 2020: Facebook, WhatsApp messages, Wishes, Greetings, SMS, HD images and GIFs

India TV News  

The festival of Makar Sankranti is considered to be one of the most auspicious festivals among Hindus. If you are away from your loved ones, here are some messages and HD images related to Makar Sankranti 2020 through which you can send greetings to your friends, close relatives and best wishes of this festival. Check out some Makar Sankranti 2020 …

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