Mattu Pongal 2026: Date, Significance & Celebration
Mattu Pongal, the third day of the Pongal festival, falls on January 15, 2026. This South Indian harvest festival honors cattle with rituals and gratitude.
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Pongal 2026: Tamil Nadu's Harvest Festival Guide
Pongal 2026 runs from January 13 to 16, celebrating harvest and prosperity. Learn about its rituals, dates, and cultural importance in Tamil Nadu and across India.
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.
Pongal 2026: Sun Worship & Harvest Festival Guide
Pongal marks winter's end in South India, honoring Sun God Surya with boiled rice rituals. Learn about its 4 days, ancient origins from Sangam era, and 2026 dates.
Pongal 2026: Harvest Festival Rituals, Legends & Celebrations
Pongal is a four-day harvest festival celebrated in Tamil Nadu and across India. It honors the Sun God with rituals, sweet dishes, and legends about Lord Krishna and Nandi.
Pongal 2026: Tamil Nadu's Harvest Festival Celebration
Pongal 2026 brings four days of celebration in Tamil Nadu, honoring farmers, nature, and community with traditional rituals and modern greetings.
Tamil Nadu 2026 Polls: Alliances, Seats & Key Battles
Tamil Nadu gears up for the 2026 Assembly elections. A deep dive into the 234-seat battle, the DMK-led SPA vs AIADMK-BJP NDA, and the numbers shaping the contest. Follow the key political dynamics.
Tamil Nadu School Holidays for Pongal 2024: Status Update
As Pongal nears, Tamil Nadu schools may close from Jan 14-17. No official order yet. Parents and students advised to check school notices for confirmed holiday dates.
Pongal Festival in Bhopal on Jan 18 Features TN Artists
Bhopal Tamil Sangam celebrates Pongal on January 18 at Career College Auditorium. A troupe from TN's art department will perform, showcasing Tamil heritage and boosting MP's cultural tourism.
Book Review: The Social Life of Indian Trains by Amitava Kumar
Explore Amitava Kumar's 'The Social Life of Indian Trains,' a unique book blending memoir, history, and photography to capture India's essence. Discover the nation's journey through its railways.
Railways Increases Speed of 548 Trains, Adds New Services
Indian Railways hikes speed limit for 548 passenger trains nationwide, including 12 in East Central Railway. 122 new trains introduced in 2025 to enhance connectivity and reduce travel time.
Railways Launches 122 New Trains, Speeds Up 549 Services
Indian Railways unveils major timetable overhaul under TAG 2026, adding 122 new trains and accelerating 549 services to cut travel time and boost punctuality. Explore the full list of upgrades.
South India's First Hot Air Balloon Park in Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu is set to launch South India's first permanent hot air balloon adventure park. Trials are underway in Pollachi, Madurai, and Tiruvannamalai. Read more about this exciting tourism initiative.
11 New Trains for Bengal, Assam: Vande Bharat Sleeper, Amrit Bharat
Indian Railways to launch 11 new trains from West Bengal and Assam, including the Vande Bharat Sleeper and Amrit Bharat Express, boosting connectivity across India. Full list of routes inside.
Bengaluru-West Bengal rail boost: 3 new long-distance trains
Indian Railways announces three new long-distance trains from Bengaluru to West Bengal, led by an Amrit Bharat Express. The move aims to improve connectivity for migrants, traders, and families. PM Modi expected to announce launch soon.
Bengaluru's New Rail Links to West Bengal Announced
Bengaluru gains three weekly trains to West Bengal, featuring a new Amrit Bharat Express to Alipurduar. Details on routes, schedules, and passenger amenities inside.
BJP & AIADMK Hold Key Meet for 2026 Tamil Nadu Seat Pact
BJP and AIADMK leaders held a pivotal meeting in Chennai to finalise their seat-sharing agreement for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, aiming to challenge the ruling DMK.
BLR Hubba 2025: 250+ Events Across Bengaluru
Explore the BLR Hubba festival in Bengaluru from Jan 16-25. 250+ events across 20+ venues celebrate arts, music, food & tech. Discover the city's cultural soul.
BJP Demands Power-Sharing Pact with AIADMK in Tamil Nadu
BJP presses AIADMK for a pre-election power-sharing agreement in Tamil Nadu. AIADMK fears such a move could benefit rival DMK. Get the latest political analysis.
TN's Rs 100 Crore Deep-Tech Startup Policy Unveiled
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin launches a Rs 100 crore deep-tech startup policy to transform the state into an innovation hub. Discover how this investment aims to boost R&D and attract global companies.
Modi to launch 13 trains, first Vande Bharat sleeper next week
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate 13 new trains, including India's first Vande Bharat sleeper, from poll-bound West Bengal and Assam next week, boosting rail infrastructure.
BJP Intensifies Tamil Nadu Push with Modi, Shah Visits
BJP gears up for Lok Sabha polls in Tamil Nadu with multiple visits by PM Modi, Amit Shah, and Nitin Nabin. Key rally planned in Kanyakumari, alliance talks with OPS, TTV Dhinakaran underway.
6 Passenger Trains Cancelled in Chakradharpur Division
Chakradharpur division cancels six passenger trains from Jan 7-9 due to wildlife safety and fog. This is the fifth such cancellation in 18 days. Key routes affected.
Amit Shah's TN Visit Ends Without Alliance Deal
Union Home Minister Amit Shah's two-day Tamil Nadu trip concluded without a clear NDA expansion. Key meetings with AIADMK's EPS, PMK, and DMDK did not materialize. Read about BJP's strategy for the upcoming state elections.
Tamil Minister Criticises Sanskrit-Tamil Funding Gap
Tamil Nadu Minister M P Saminathan highlights funding inequality, as Centre allocates ₹2000+ crore for Sanskrit but under ₹200 crore for Tamil. Read about the cultural festival and calls for linguistic pride.
Tamil Nadu Outperforms National Average on Key SDG Indicators
Tamil Nadu's new State Indicator Framework reveals superior outcomes in health, education, jobs, and gender parity compared to all-India figures. Discover the data driving the state's success.
Chennai Banker's Heart Stays in Kashi After Tamil Sangamam
Esaki Muthu from Chennai returns from Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0, an event highlighting the deep cultural link between Tamil Nadu and Varanasi. Discover the historic connection and the 19th-century Tamil satram in Kashi.
Pongal 2026 Special Trains: Full List, Routes & Timings
Indian Railways announces special train services for Pongal 2026 to connect major cities in Tamil Nadu and beyond. Check the full list of trains, routes, timetables, and stoppages for seamless festival travel.
Amit Shah: BJP to Form Government in Tamil Nadu in 2026
Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared the BJP will come to power in Tamil Nadu in the 2026 assembly elections, citing strong public support and a weakening DMK.
Tamil Nadu CM Stalin Announces Rs 3000 Pongal Cash Gift
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin announces a Rs 3000 cash gift for Pongal to all ration card holders. The scheme will benefit over 2 crore people ahead of the harvest festival.
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