it takes several hours to make kolam owing to some intricate designs. On the day of Surya Pongal, it is important to cook the new rice. Every house cooks a pot of new rice with milk and when the ...

Hindu devotees were seen decorating their front yards and entrances with colorful kolam designs made from rice flour paste to celebrate the Thai Pongal Festival. Pix by Nisal Baduge The Maradana ...

On this day, people clean their homes, discard old belongings, and celebrate the arrival of new possessions ... cooking Pongal in clay pots, and lively kolam competitions. The serene landscapes ...

People also wear new clothes and decorate ... and it is known as Surya Pongal. The Sun God is worshipped on this day. People make decorative floor patterns called kolam at the entrance of their ...

(Freepik) Beyond the agricultural celebrations, Pongal signifies new beginnings and the conclusion of winter, bringing joy and hope to millions. From history to significance, here is all you need ...

Drawing kolam is a cherished tradition in Tamil festivals ... signifies the burning away of negativity, making way for new beginnings and blessings in the year ahead. During Pongal, harvested crops ...

If you’re looking to spread festive cheer, here are ten thoughtful gift ideas for your loved ones this Pongal season: Pongal Putham (New Pot ... designed kolam (traditional floor art ...

As per various texts and inscriptions, the origin of the Pongal dish can be traced back to the Chola period. It is believed that the festival welcomes new beginnings. It marks the end of a six ...