Pongal Festival: Tamil Nadu's Harvest Celebration Explained
Discover the traditions of Pongal, Tamil Nadu's four-day harvest festival in mid-January. Learn about Bhogi, Mattu Pongal rituals, and festive wishes.
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Pongal Festival: Harvest Rituals & Legends Across India
Explore how Pongal honors Lord Surya with rice, milk, and jaggery offerings. Discover its four-day rituals, regional names, and legends behind Bhogi and Mattu Pongal celebrations.
Pongal 2026: Tamil Nadu's Harvest Festival Guide
Pongal, the four-day Tamil harvest festival, begins on January 14, 2026. Discover its traditions, rituals, and heartfelt wishes for loved ones.
Bhogi 2026: Date, Traditions, and Emotional Reset
Discover the meaning of Bhogi, the festival that kicks off Pongal celebrations in South India. Learn about traditions, food, and how it encourages letting go of the old for new beginnings.
Trichy's Smoke-Free Bhogi Drive Recycles Waste, Not Burns It
Trichy corporation initiates a drive to collect household discards for recycling, preventing bonfire burning during Bhogi. The move aims to protect air quality and promote eco-friendly waste disposal.
Bhogi 2026: Date, Time, and Rituals Guide
Bhogi 2026 falls on January 13. Learn the exact timings, significance of the first day of Pongal, and how to perform traditional Bhogi rituals correctly.
Chennai Airport Appeals to Stop Bhogi Burning for Flight Safety
Chennai airport authorities appeal to locals to avoid burning waste during Bhogi, as thick smoke severely disrupts flight visibility and operations. Learn about last year's cancellations and ongoing awareness efforts.
Victoria Falls: The Story Behind 'Smoke That Thunders'
Discover the power of Victoria Falls, where mist rises like smoke and the sound of water echoes like thunder. Learn why its local name, Mosi oa Tunya, captures its true essence.
Bhogi Pandigai 2026: Date, Time & Celebration Guide
Bhogi Pandigai 2026 on Jan 13 marks the start of Sankranti. Discover its significance, rituals, and how Tamil Nadu, Andhra & Telangana celebrate. Embrace new beginnings!
How to Dress for Each Day of Pongal in Chennai
Discover the perfect outfits for Bhogi, Thai Pongal, Maattu Pongal, and Kaanum Pongal. This guide explains the four distinct dress codes for Chennai's harvest festival. Plan your festive wardrobe now!
Tarn Taran couple dies of suffocation from heater smoke
A tragic incident in Tarn Taran claims the lives of a newlywed couple due to toxic fumes from a makeshift heater. Read the full details and learn about winter safety.
Tobacco Smoke Damages Male Fertility, Warn Experts
Beyond lung & heart disease, tobacco's toxic cocktail of nicotine & carcinogens severely impacts male reproductive health at molecular levels. Learn the risks.
Pongal 2026: Complete Four-Day Festival Dates & Calendar
Mark your calendars for Pongal 2026! Get the exact dates for Bhogi, Thai Pongal, Mattu Pongal, and Kaanum Pongal. Discover the significance and rituals of this vibrant Tamil harvest festival.
Smoke in Guwahati-Bengaluru Express Coach, No Injuries
Heavy smoke reported from Guwahati-Bengaluru Express coach at Berhampur station. Quick action by railway staff prevented injuries and major delay. Read the full details.
Chennai to Track Bhogi Air Quality Across All 15 Zones
TNPCB will monitor AQI across all 15 zones in Chennai for Bhogi, a wider effort than Diwali. Manual sampling and awareness drives planned. Experts call for stricter action.
Loud Noises, Smoke Column Reported in Venezuela
Residents in Venezuela report loud noises and a column of smoke, with visuals suggesting a possible airplane incident. Authorities are investigating the cause. Read for the latest details.
One Cigarette's Secondhand Smoke Damages Every Organ
Dr. Kunal Sood reveals secondhand smoke from a single cigarette harms heart, lungs, brain & fertility. No safe level exists. Learn how to protect your family.
25 Dead in Goa Nightclub Fire, Smoke Main Killer
The Arpora nightclub fire tragedy, claiming 25 lives, reveals systemic lapses in fire safety enforcement. Smoke, not flames, was the primary killer. Read the full investigation.
Recreate Tandoori Food at Home Without a Tandoor
Discover how to achieve authentic tandoori flavour and texture using modern kitchen appliances. Learn 4 simple methods and expert tips for smoke-free, indoor cooking. Perfect for urban homes!
Toxic Smoke from Amritsar Garbage Dump a Burning Issue
The massive Bhagtanwala landfill in Amritsar is on fire, releasing toxic smoke and causing a severe health hazard for residents. Authorities face criticism for inaction. Read more.
Avocado Oil: The Ultimate Healthy Cooking Oil for Indians
Discover why avocado oil is becoming a kitchen essential in India. From its high smoke point for perfect frying to heart-healthy fats, learn how to use it daily. Boost your nutrition today!
9 Best Kitchen Chimneys to Fight Indoor Air Pollution
City pollution is unavoidable, but you can control kitchen smoke with the right chimney. Discover our top 9 picks for a healthier Indian home. Act now for cleaner air!
4 Dead in Rare Taipei Mass Stabbing Attack
A former military volunteer unleashed chaos in Taipei with smoke grenades and a knife, killing 3 before dying in a fall. President orders nationwide security boost. Read the full details.
India's Air Pollution Engulfs Coastal, Hill Cities
India's air pollution crisis spreads far beyond Delhi, hitting Goa and Guwahati. Open burning and unchecked practices create toxic air nationwide. Urgent action is needed now.
Taipei Metro Attacks: 8 Injured, Suspect in Cardiac Arrest
Multiple people injured in coordinated knife and smoke grenade attacks at Taipei metro stations. Three victims in cardiac arrest, suspect also critically injured. Investigation ongoing.
Taipei Subway Smoke Bomb Attack: Several Injured
Taiwan Premier Cho Jung-tai confirms injuries after a smoke bomb attack at a Taipei subway station. The attacker is suspected to have killed himself. Read the latest details.
Delhi CM Gives 252 LPG Connections in Wazirpur
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta distributed LPG connections to 252 women under PM Ujjwala Yojana. The initiative aims for smoke-free kitchens and cleaner air in Delhi. Read more about this health mission.
Air India Plane Returns to Delhi Over Smoke Warning
An Air India Ahmedabad-bound flight made emergency return to Delhi after suspected smoke indication. All passengers safe, investigation underway. Read full details.
Air India Flight Returns After Smoke Indication
Air India flight AI2939 from Delhi to Ahmedabad made precautionary return after cargo smoke alert. All safety protocols followed. No actual fire found during inspection.
Air India Plane Returns to Delhi Due to Smoke Alert
An Air India Ahmedabad-bound flight made emergency return to Delhi after suspected smoke indication. All 172 passengers safe. Investigation underway.
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