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1 Killed, 27 Injured During Bull Race At Pongal Festival In Tamil Nadu
An elderly man lost his life, and at least 27 others sustained injuries during a bull race organised as part of Pongal festival celebrations at Govinda Reddipalayam village in Vellore district of Tamil Nadu on Sunday.
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Popular Avaniyapuram Jallikattu Kicks Off, Over 1,000 Bulls Taking Part
January in Tamil Nadu is not only about the Thai Pongal harvest festival but also about Jallikattu, the ancient and traditional sport that showcases the bravery of the state's youth.
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Millions In Tamil Nadu Celebrate Pongal With Fervour, PM Extends Greetings
Tamil Nadu on Thursday erupted in festive joy as millions of people across the state celebrated 'Thai Pongal', the traditional harvest festival, with religious fervour and gaiety.
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"Attempt To Take It Off Hindu Calendar": BJP On DMK's 'Dravidian Pongal' Pitch
A call by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin to celebrate what he described as a "Dravidian Pongal" has led to the BJP and its ally AIADMK accusing the ruling party of attempting to strip the harvest festival of Hindu religious elements.
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Pongal Travel Guide 2026: Best Places To Celebrate Tamil Nadu's Harvest Festival Like A Local
When you travel for Pongal, you witness gratitude in action. You see a culture that values the sun, soil, and animals.
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Makar Sankranti 2026: All You Need To Know About Date, Traditions And Festivities Across India
Makar Sankranti 2026: Communities across the country embrace the spirit of Makar Sankranti with unique regional festivals such as Pongal in Tamil Nadu, Lohri in Punjab, and Uttarayan in Gujarat.
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Tamil Nadu Schools Closed From January 15 To 17 For Pongal, Festival Breakdown Explained
Pongal Festival School Holidays: Tamil Nadu schools will observe a three-day closure as the state celebrates Pongal and associated festivals from January 15 to 17, 2026.
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Pongal 2026: Date, Time And Traditional Recipes For A Wholesome Lunch
A perfect appetiser, mendu wada is prepared with black gram and tastes best with coconut chutney or sambar
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MK Stalin's Rs 3,000 Pongal Gift For Over 2 Crore Rice Ration Card Holders
More than two crore rice ration card holders in Tamil Nadu will receive a Pongal gift of Rs 3,000 ahead of the harvest festival, Chief Minister MK Stalin announced on Sunday.
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Man Attempts To Attack Cop With Knife In Tamil Nadu, Video Goes Viral
A video showing a man attempting to attack a police constable with a knife during the Vaikunta Ekadesi festival in Tamil Nadus Tirupur district has gone viral on social media, triggering concern over safety during religious events.
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Petition Filed To Stop Festival At Dargah At Centre Of Tamil Nadu Deepam Row
A writ petition has been filed before the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court seeking directions not to permit the 'Kanthuri' festival at a dargah located atop the Thiruparankundram hill in the district on January 6 over animal sacrifice.
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Amid Deepam Row, Tamil Nadu Dargah Festival Showcases Hindu-Muslim Harmony
Despite protests relating to the Thiruparankundram deepam row, preparations for the Santhanakoodu festival on the hilltop dargah turned into a display of communal amity between Muslims and Hindus.
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After Court Order, Tamil Nadu Temple May Light Lamp Amid Row Over Location
The traditional lighting of a temple lamp in Tamil Nadu's Thirupparankundram is rapidly turning into a political row that could cost the ruling DMK in the assembly election due early next year.
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Tamil Nadu Boy Gets Trapped In Car While Playing. Body Found 2 Days Later
A seven-year-old boy who went missing during a temple festival in Tamil Nadu's Madurai district was found dead inside a parked SUV on Saturday, two days after he disappeared.
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Check List Of States With Extended School Holidays
While, schools in north India are enjoying holidays due to festive season, southern states Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Andhra Pradesh have also shut their schools due to safety concerns.
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1 Killed, 27 Injured During Bull Race At Pongal Festival In Tamil Nadu
An elderly man lost his life, and at least 27 others sustained injuries during a bull race organised as part of Pongal festival celebrations at Govinda Reddipalayam village in Vellore district of Tamil Nadu on Sunday.
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Popular Avaniyapuram Jallikattu Kicks Off, Over 1,000 Bulls Taking Part
January in Tamil Nadu is not only about the Thai Pongal harvest festival but also about Jallikattu, the ancient and traditional sport that showcases the bravery of the state's youth.
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Millions In Tamil Nadu Celebrate Pongal With Fervour, PM Extends Greetings
Tamil Nadu on Thursday erupted in festive joy as millions of people across the state celebrated 'Thai Pongal', the traditional harvest festival, with religious fervour and gaiety.
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"Attempt To Take It Off Hindu Calendar": BJP On DMK's 'Dravidian Pongal' Pitch
A call by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin to celebrate what he described as a "Dravidian Pongal" has led to the BJP and its ally AIADMK accusing the ruling party of attempting to strip the harvest festival of Hindu religious elements.
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Pongal Travel Guide 2026: Best Places To Celebrate Tamil Nadu's Harvest Festival Like A Local
When you travel for Pongal, you witness gratitude in action. You see a culture that values the sun, soil, and animals.
-
Makar Sankranti 2026: All You Need To Know About Date, Traditions And Festivities Across India
Makar Sankranti 2026: Communities across the country embrace the spirit of Makar Sankranti with unique regional festivals such as Pongal in Tamil Nadu, Lohri in Punjab, and Uttarayan in Gujarat.
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Tamil Nadu Schools Closed From January 15 To 17 For Pongal, Festival Breakdown Explained
Pongal Festival School Holidays: Tamil Nadu schools will observe a three-day closure as the state celebrates Pongal and associated festivals from January 15 to 17, 2026.
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Pongal 2026: Date, Time And Traditional Recipes For A Wholesome Lunch
A perfect appetiser, mendu wada is prepared with black gram and tastes best with coconut chutney or sambar
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MK Stalin's Rs 3,000 Pongal Gift For Over 2 Crore Rice Ration Card Holders
More than two crore rice ration card holders in Tamil Nadu will receive a Pongal gift of Rs 3,000 ahead of the harvest festival, Chief Minister MK Stalin announced on Sunday.
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Man Attempts To Attack Cop With Knife In Tamil Nadu, Video Goes Viral
A video showing a man attempting to attack a police constable with a knife during the Vaikunta Ekadesi festival in Tamil Nadus Tirupur district has gone viral on social media, triggering concern over safety during religious events.
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Petition Filed To Stop Festival At Dargah At Centre Of Tamil Nadu Deepam Row
A writ petition has been filed before the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court seeking directions not to permit the 'Kanthuri' festival at a dargah located atop the Thiruparankundram hill in the district on January 6 over animal sacrifice.
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Amid Deepam Row, Tamil Nadu Dargah Festival Showcases Hindu-Muslim Harmony
Despite protests relating to the Thiruparankundram deepam row, preparations for the Santhanakoodu festival on the hilltop dargah turned into a display of communal amity between Muslims and Hindus.
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After Court Order, Tamil Nadu Temple May Light Lamp Amid Row Over Location
The traditional lighting of a temple lamp in Tamil Nadu's Thirupparankundram is rapidly turning into a political row that could cost the ruling DMK in the assembly election due early next year.
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Tamil Nadu Boy Gets Trapped In Car While Playing. Body Found 2 Days Later
A seven-year-old boy who went missing during a temple festival in Tamil Nadu's Madurai district was found dead inside a parked SUV on Saturday, two days after he disappeared.
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Check List Of States With Extended School Holidays
While, schools in north India are enjoying holidays due to festive season, southern states Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Andhra Pradesh have also shut their schools due to safety concerns.
