Festival

Pongal is a harvest festival celebrated in Tamil Nadu and by Tamil communities all over the world. It usually falls in January and marks the end of the harvest season. Pongal is a time to thank the Sun God, nature, farmers, ...

If you are planning to explore a variety of local and traditional delicacies, you can check out the list of 5 foods to try in the Pongal festival. These dishes are not only known for their flavors but also for their ...

Christmas is a special time of joy, love, and togetherness, which reminds us to slow down, share kindness, and care for others. It is the best time of the year to celebrate togetherness and create fond memories with loved ones. ...

Karthigai Deepam is one of the oldest and most important festivals in Tamil culture. It is often called the Tamil "Festival of Lights" and has deep religious and cultural significance. According to one popular story, the festival is linked to a ...

To help people travelling for the Karthigai Deepam festival, Southern Railway has announced special MEMU trains between Tambaram and Tiruvannamalai during the first week of December. Photo Credit: AI New Train To Run From Tambaram According to the railway, Train ...

Are you planning a trip to the Northeast? If not, you should visit Assam, the gateway to Northeast India, to witness the majesty. One of the best times to visit Assam is from February to March, when the Brahmaputra Beach Festival ...

To handle the heavy rush of Sabarimala pilgrims, the South Central Railway (SCR) has announced 60 pre-Sabarimala special trains connecting different cities to Kollam, a key station for pilgrims traveling to Sabarimala.   Photo Credit: AI List of Sabarimala Train Routes ...

Guru Nanak Jayanti 2025 will be observed as a public and school holiday across many parts of India to celebrate the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism. The festival, also known as Prakash Utsav or Guru ...

On Thursday, October 30, 2025, many schools across India are closed because of two main reasons: Cyclone Montha bringing heavy rain and storms, and the observance of festivals in some regions. The article urges parents to check with their schools directly, ...

Schools will remain closed in several districts across India due to bad weather and ongoing festivals. Many states have declared school holidays due to heavy rains and strong winds caused by Cyclone Montha, while others have holidays for festive celebrations. In ...

Kerala Tourism is set to host Yaanam, a distinctive travel literary festival, in Varkala from October 17 to 19. The event seeks to honor the essence of travel through art and literature, bringing together travelers, authors, artists, photographers, vloggers, and documentary ...

Thakardham, a sacred place in Bavaliali village, Gujarat, has been a center of faith for the Bharwad community for 375 years. Recently, this historic site hosted a grand revival festival, attracting lakhs of devotees from across the country. The highlight of ...