As Mumbai's iconic Wankhede Stadium complete its 50 years, here is all you need to know about the celebrations (Pic: Satej Shinde)
15 January,2025 03:58 PM IST | Sujay Shivalkar
Makar Sankranti, Lohri, Pongal, Magh Bihu, and Uttarayan are among harvest festivals celebrated in diverse forms across the various regions of India and showcase harmonious relationship with nature. Here's how stars celebrated the festival.
15 January,2025 10:32 AM IST | Oshin Fernandes
Various places in India were immersed in vibrant colours and festivities as people celebrated harvest festivals across the country. This auspicious time is known by different names in different regions like Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Magh Bihu, Uttarayan, among others. From kite flying to traditional rituals, and from decorations to other festivities, here are some glimpses from the celebrations.
14 January,2025 11:03 PM IST | Raaina Jain
Young Mumbaikars had a field day on Tuesday as they celebrated Makar Sankranti 2025, a festival marking the Sun's transition into Capricorn and the onset of Uttarayan, by flying kites on beaches and in open spaces (PICS/ASHISH RAJE)
14 January,2025 08:00 PM IST | Divya Nair
People in Mumbai were seen flying kite to celebrate Makar Sankranti while devotees gathered in temples to perform puja, seeking blessings for prosperity, health, and happiness. Pics/Anurag Ahire
14 January,2025 06:38 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed a function to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the India Meteorological Department (IMD) in New Delhi. In his address, PM Modi lauded the IMD as a symbol of India's scientific journey and said that advanced weather forecasts have significantly reduced casualties and minimised economic losses caused by cyclones in the country (PICS/PTI)
14 January,2025 05:31 PM IST | Divya Nair
Union Home Minister Amit Shah celebrated Makar Sankranti with residents of Shantiniketan Society in Memnagar, Ahmedabad. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel joined Shah for the festive occasion, creating a vibrant atmosphere in the society. (Pic/ PTI)
14 January,2025 02:01 PM IST | Anisha Shrivastava
As the first 'Amrit Snan' of Maha Kumbh 2025 is being performed on Makar Sankranti on Tuesday and several Akharas reached the Sangam to take the holy bath, and among them were not only devotees but also sadhus, who are an iconic part of the Kumbh Mela over the years
14 January,2025 01:34 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto
Pongal, one of India’s vibrant harvest festivals, is set to begin on Tuesday, January 14 and continue for four joyous days till Friday, January 17. While it is primarily celebrated in South India, particularly in Tamil Nadu, some communities and places across the country also observe the festival. One such place is 90 Feet Road in Dharavi, Mumbai. Ahead of the festivities, people were seen shopping for festive essentials in this area on Monday. (Photos Courtesy: Ashish Raje)
13 January,2025 09:08 PM IST | Raaina Jain
Makar Sankranti, Magh Bihu, Pongal, and Lohri—traditional harvest festivals celebrated on January 14—are observed across different regions of India. Despite regional variations, these festivals share common themes of gratitude for the harvest and the sun's transition. (Pics/PTI and AFP)
13 January,2025 03:21 PM IST | Joy ManikumarADVERTISEMENT
