February 2025 aligns with the months of Makara and Kumbha in the Hindu solar calendar, heralding a vibrant season of religious and cultural festivities. The period coincides with the months of Makaram ...

Pathanamthitta: The spiritually charged atmosphere at Sabarimala peaked on Tuesday as lakhs of pilgrims witnessed the auspicious Makara Jyothi appearing on Ponnambalamedu. The air resonated with ...

Mysuru: Makara Sankranti, the first festival of the year was celebrated with joy and enthusiasm, across the district on Tuesday. The festival, mainly involving womenfolk, saw the women and girl ...

Today, India is celebrating one of the most auspicious festivals, Makar Sankranti, which is dedicated to the sun god. This festival heralds the arrival of spring, which is an important turning point ...

Makara Vilakku, a significant festival celebrated at the Sabarimala Temple in Kerala, marks the auspicious sighting of the celestial light on the Makara Sankranti day. The event, deeply rooted in ...

Key elements include the Makara Jyothi divine light, Thiruvabharanam procession, and sacred rituals, attracting millions of devotees seeking blessings for prosperity and spiritual growth.

Abdul Nazeer greeted people on the occasion of Sankranti. "The harvest festival of 'Sankranti' celebrated over three days as Bhogi, Makara Sankranti and Kanuma, occupies a significant place in our ...

Makara Vilakku, also known as the 'Makaravilakku,' is a unique and mystical sight that takes place on the Ponnambalamedu hill, located about 4 km from the Sabarimala Temple. Every year, on the day ...

Makaravilakku is an important festival in Kerala, that is held in Lord Ayyappa's temple in Sabarimala. This is celebrated on the day of Makara Sankranti festival, which is celebrated in the state. The ...

It commemorates the Sun's arrival in Makara rashi (Capricorn). People celebrate it by cooking khichdi, a rice and lentil mixture along with holding bonfires, flying kites and hosting feasts.