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No 'First Honour' In Big Anti-Discrimination Order Ahead Of Madurai Festival
- Friday February 6, 2026
- India News | Reported by J Sam Daniel Stalin
The Madras High Court has barred any discrimination in an upcoming religious event in Tamil Nadu's Madurai.
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1 Dead, 18 Injured After Helium Cylinder Explodes In Tamil Nadu
- Tuesday January 20, 2026
- Tamil Nadu News | Asian News International
At least one person was killed and 18 others injured after a helium cylinder exploded during the Thenpennai River Festival in Manalurpettai in the Kallakurichi district on Monday, an official said.
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1 Killed, 27 Injured During Bull Race At Pongal Festival In Tamil Nadu
- Sunday January 18, 2026
- India News | Asian News International
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
- Thursday January 15, 2026
- Tamil Nadu News | Reported by Vijayagopal Muralidharan
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
- Thursday January 15, 2026
- Tamil Nadu News | Press Trust of India
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
- Wednesday January 14, 2026
- India News | Reported by J Sam Daniel Stalin
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
- Tuesday January 13, 2026
- Travel | Written by Tanmaya Kothari, Edited by Neha Grover
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
- Monday January 12, 2026
- Offbeat | Edited by Ritu Singh
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
- Monday January 12, 2026
- Education | Edited by Sahil Behl
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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www.ndtv.com/education
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No 'First Honour' In Big Anti-Discrimination Order Ahead Of Madurai Festival
- Friday February 6, 2026
- India News | Reported by J Sam Daniel Stalin
The Madras High Court has barred any discrimination in an upcoming religious event in Tamil Nadu's Madurai.
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www.ndtv.com
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1 Dead, 18 Injured After Helium Cylinder Explodes In Tamil Nadu
- Tuesday January 20, 2026
- Tamil Nadu News | Asian News International
At least one person was killed and 18 others injured after a helium cylinder exploded during the Thenpennai River Festival in Manalurpettai in the Kallakurichi district on Monday, an official said.
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www.ndtv.com
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1 Killed, 27 Injured During Bull Race At Pongal Festival In Tamil Nadu
- Sunday January 18, 2026
- India News | Asian News International
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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www.ndtv.com
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Popular Avaniyapuram Jallikattu Kicks Off, Over 1,000 Bulls Taking Part
- Thursday January 15, 2026
- Tamil Nadu News | Reported by Vijayagopal Muralidharan
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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www.ndtv.com
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Millions In Tamil Nadu Celebrate Pongal With Fervour, PM Extends Greetings
- Thursday January 15, 2026
- Tamil Nadu News | Press Trust of India
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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www.ndtv.com
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"Attempt To Take It Off Hindu Calendar": BJP On DMK's 'Dravidian Pongal' Pitch
- Wednesday January 14, 2026
- India News | Reported by J Sam Daniel Stalin
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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www.ndtv.com
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Pongal Travel Guide 2026: Best Places To Celebrate Tamil Nadu's Harvest Festival Like A Local
- Tuesday January 13, 2026
- Travel | Written by Tanmaya Kothari, Edited by Neha Grover
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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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Makar Sankranti 2026: All You Need To Know About Date, Traditions And Festivities Across India
- Monday January 12, 2026
- Offbeat | Edited by Ritu Singh
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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www.ndtv.com
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Tamil Nadu Schools Closed From January 15 To 17 For Pongal, Festival Breakdown Explained
- Monday January 12, 2026
- Education | Edited by Sahil Behl
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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www.ndtv.com/education