Pongal is celebrated with immense joy, gratitude, and colourful traditions over four days. Families come together to thank nature, the sun, and farm animals for a bountiful harvest. The festival ...

Pongal is a harvest festival that is celebrated in Tamil Nadu. This festival is similar to Makar Sankranti that is celebrated in the northern states. It is a four-day festival that is dedicated to ...

The second day of the Pongal festival, Surya Pongal, often referred to as Thai Pongal, holds the greatest importance among the festivities. This day is set aside for the veneration of the Sun God ...

Mattu Pongal is a cherished part of the Pongal festivities in Tamil Nadu, observed on the second day of the four-day harvest festival. Dedicated to honouring and celebrating cattle, especially ...

These seasonal joys are just what Staten Island’s Tamil community will be celebrating this week with their annual Hindu harvest festival called Thai Pongal. “May this Thai Pongal bring you joy ...

She shares the significance of the four-day Pongal festival, highlighting its focus on gratitude, prosperity, and joy. The celebration draws families together, with traditional rituals and meals.

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Staten Island’s Tamil community came together to celebrate the 10th annual Harvest Festival, also known as the Traditional Pongal. Organized by the Staten Island Tamil ...

Regena Cassandrra fondly recalls her early memories of celebrating Pongal and shares why the festival holds a special place in her heart. Actor Regena Cassandrra, who grew up in Chennai ...

Each day of the festival will be dedicated to unique rituals and traditions that speak of the richness of the region's culture. Pongal marks the end of winter and the onset of harvest. It ...

Garnish the pongal with the roasted cashew nuts and raisins. Wash rice and moong dal in cold water. Boil water in a pan and add the rice and dal. Once it cooks, add in the grated jaggery.