Lohri 2026: Date, Significance & Celebrations
Lohri 2026 falls on January 13. Explore the significance, rituals, and heartwarming wishes for this vibrant Punjabi harvest festival celebrating light, community, and abundance.
Lohri 2026 falls on January 13. Explore the significance, rituals, and heartwarming wishes for this vibrant Punjabi harvest festival celebrating light, community, and abundance.
Banks in several states will be closed next week for Makar Sankranti, Swami Vivekananda's birthday, and Pongal festivities. Check the full RBI holiday schedule and know which transactions you can still perform.
From Makar Sankranti rangoli in Tripura to the International Kite Festival in Gujarat, explore the day's top visual stories from India and the world. See the stunning gallery now!
Union Minister Suresh Gopi joined former MP GVL Narasimha Rao's grand Sankranti celebrations in Visakhapatnam. The event highlighted Telugu culture, featured song performances, and discussed tourism projects for Andhra Pradesh. Read more about the festive
CM Yogi Adityanath reviewed Magh Mela arrangements, stressing safety for major bathing days. Over 31 lakh devotees took dip on Paush Purnima. Read about new app and directives.
Patna Dairy Project gears up for Makar Sankranti demand spike, projecting 11 lakh kg curd sales and Rs 40 crore business. Read how Bihar's festive fervor fuels the dairy industry.
Discover how Bengali, Punjabi, Gujarati, and Assamese communities in Chennai uniquely celebrate Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Lohri, and Magh Bihu, preserving traditions far from home.
Uttarayan 2026 on Jan 14 marks the sun's northward journey, starting harvest season. Learn about Makar Sankranti rituals, astrological significance, and celebrations across India.
Explore Sindhi Makar Sankranti traditions with tirr-moori, festive pulao, and Persian-inspired sesame laddoos. Get Alka Keswani's authentic Tirran ja Borinda recipe and learn the cultural significance.
Hyderabad markets are bustling as crowds shop for Rangoli colours and Muggu powder for Makar Sankranti. Shopkeepers report exceptional business, highlighting the festival's vibrant traditions.
Makar Sankranti 2026 brings a rare astrological shift with Saturn's move. Discover the unique pooja vidhi for grounding energy and setting the stage for disciplined, long-term growth. Embrace the change.
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Celebrate Makar Sankranti 2026 with this simple recipe for traditional Til ke Laddoo. Learn step-by-step how to make these auspicious sesame sweets at home. Perfect for the harvest festival!
A private bus carrying 35-40 passengers fell into a gorge in Himachal Pradesh's Sirmour district, killing 7. Overcrowding due to Makar Sankranti travel cited. Rescue ops ongoing.
Tanya Poddar's viral Instagram video details a near-fatal encounter with banned sharp kite string (manjha) in Pune. Her story ignites demands for stricter enforcement and responsible celebrations.
Makar Sankranti 2026 is confirmed for January 14. Discover the auspicious timing, key rituals, and the profound significance of this harvest festival celebrating new beginnings and nature's bounty.
Makar Sankranti 2026 is officially on January 14. Get the exact Sankranti time, Punya Kaal, rituals, and why the date confusion occurs. Celebrate the festival of harvest and sun.
A massive fire broke out at the Gangasagar Mela ground in West Bengal, gutting over 40 temporary structures. Officials confirm no casualties. Read about the response and impact.
Struggling with January blues? A leading psychiatrist shares 5 actionable tips to protect your mental health and start 2026 with positivity and realistic goals. Read more.
Tej Pratap Yadav, estranged from RJD, personally invites NDA ministers to a Makar Sankranti feast, fueling speculation of a political realignment in Bihar. Read the full analysis.
Bihar PHED minister Sanjay Singh claims all six Congress MLAs are in touch with NDA. Defections could alter assembly math post-Makar Sankranti. Read the full analysis.
South Central Railway rolls out nearly 150 special trains for Makar Sankranti 2026 to manage festive travel. Plan your trip to Tirupati and other destinations.
Telangana RTC operates 6431 special buses for Sankranti travel. Peak days are Jan 9,10,12,13,18,19 with revised fares. Free travel for women continues under Mahalakshmi scheme. Book tickets online.
With Makar Sankranti approaching, Patna sees a surge in traditional sweet sales like tilkut and gajak. Discover price ranges, health trends, and festive favorites. Stock up now!
As Makar Sankranti nears, Ranchi sees a surge in demand for traditional tilkut. Stalls on Main Road and Upper Bazaar offer fresh sweets, with prices stable. Discover the festive rush and changing tastes.
Ranchi's kite market is vibrant ahead of Makar Sankranti, with patriotic designs like Operation Sindoor and PM Modi kites flying high. Discover the trending themes and prices from Rs 3 to Rs 300.
A high-tech Remote-Controlled Lifebuoy Water Drone, capable of towing 1,000 kg, is deployed at Gangasagar Mela for swift water rescues. Read how this innovation safeguards lakhs of devotees.
Don't miss Jupiter at its brightest, Saturn meeting the Moon, and the Beehive Cluster in January 2026. NASA's guide for Indian stargazers reveals simple ways to enjoy the night sky.
Discover your Makar Sankranti 2026 horoscope! Get detailed astrological predictions for all 12 zodiac signs, from career and finance to love and health. Plan your year ahead with cosmic guidance.
Maharashtra minister Chhagan Bhujbal demands Centre release pending Rs 100 crore to Nashik onion farmers before Makar Sankranti. Farmers protest over 5-month delay in payments from NAFED, NCCF.