Pongal

Defying Supreme Court’s ban on the popular event of the Pongal celebrations, people organised Jallikattu in several parts of Tamil Nadu on Friday. Police lathi charged protesters in Avanivapuram (Madurai) and at least 30 supporters were…

Chennai, Jan 15: People of Tamil Nadu on Friday celebrated Pongal with fervour, getting up early, donning new clothes and visiting temples. The festival of Pongal is celebrated to thank the Sun, rain and farm animals. At homes, the…

Mumbai, Jan 14: On the occasion of Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Uttarayan, Bihu and other festivals celebrated across the country on Thursday, Bollywood celebrities like Amitabh Bachchan, Aamir Khan and Anil Kapoor have wished Happy Makar…