Kite-flying during Makar Sankranti isn't just a hobby, but a cultural phenomenon that unites communities. The skies are ...

Popularly called Makar Sankranti, it is celebrated over several days and marks the end of winter and the start of spring. Known by various names across the country, the festival is celebrated as ...

Makar Sankranti 2025: Celebrated every year in mid-January, Makar Sankranti signifies the sun's transition into Capricorn (Makara Rashi). This festival represents new beginnings, gratitude ...

Indian harvest festivals are colorful celebrations marking the end of a harvesting season and the start of another one ...

Therefore, this day also represents the importance of obligations. Do you know that the Hindus celebrate Makar Sankranti every twelve years with the Kumbha Mela, one of the largest mass ...

The astrological configuration on Makar Sankranti is called 'Maha-snana-yoga.' Some observers celebrate by bathing in rivers and lakes, especially at the confluence of holy rivers. Makar Sankranti is ...

The Friends of India Society is gearing up to host its annual festival at the Cumberland County Fairgrounds on June 14.

The festival of Makara Sankranthi, also known as Pongal, is celebrated in all the states of South India. The festival is basically a harvest festival dedicated to the Sun. It is also known as The ...