To receive the grace of Lord Murugan, it is not just about worshipping him directly, but also greatly important to worship his Vel (spear), Peacock, and Rooster banner. These are not mere symbols ...

These include the marriages of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, Lord Murugan and Deivanai, and Lord Rama and Sita. Panguni Uthiram is an important festival in the Tamil calendar. It is celebrated ...

Thaipusam 2025: Lakhs of devotees are celebrating Thaipusam 2025 and worship Lord Murugan, the god of war, victory and wisdom. The festival is celebrated on the full moon in the Tamil month of Thai.

(MENAFN- IANS) Chennai, Feb 11 (IANS) Heavy police security has been deployed at the six main abodes of Lord Murugan in Tamil Nadu as lakhs of devotees converge to celebrate the auspicious ...

M Vijaya, 57, who battled breast cancer last year, honoured her promise to Lord Murugan, while thousands carried kavadis in devotion. M Vijaya, 57, was diagnosed with Stage 2 breast cancer in ...

Pierced skin, weary shoulders, aching feet – all in devotion to Lord Murugan. Amidst the Thaipusam crowds, packed elbow to elbow, sometimes all you can see ahead are the towering kavadis.

In 2025, Skanda Sashti will be observed on November 13. The Sashti Tithi is specifically dedicated to Lord Murugan, the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. It is a day when devotees fast and ...

Devotional folk songs followed, honoring Lord Muruga, Lord Ganesha, Goddess Saraswati ... The performances filled the stage with bright colors, shimmering costumes, and fluid, well-coordinated ...

PREMIUM A large statue of Lord Murugan is illuminated as devotees climb the steps to Batu Caves in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on February 9, 2017. (Lai Seng Sin / REUTERS) Murugan, the god of war ...

The legend states that Lord Murugan was victorious over the formidable demon Soorapadman, who embodies the negative forces of selfishness, ignorance, greed, and chaos. The victory of Skanda ...

The day of Shasti is dedicated to the worship of Lord Murugan, the Hindu God of War. Shasti is observed on the sixth day, Shashthi Tithi, of each lunar fortnight, both on Shukla Paksha and Krishna ...