Happy Pongal 2026: Wishes, Quotes, and Messages
Celebrate Pongal 2026 on January 14 with heartfelt wishes, inspiring quotes, and festive WhatsApp status messages. Discover traditional greetings for this Tamil harvest festival.
Celebrate Pongal 2026 on January 14 with heartfelt wishes, inspiring quotes, and festive WhatsApp status messages. Discover traditional greetings for this Tamil harvest festival.
A five-day flower show in Bhilwara features over 25,000 plants and creative floral artworks to promote environmental conservation and kitchen gardening among residents.
The Republic Day flower show at Lalbagh Botanical Garden in Bengaluru will run from January 24 to 26, featuring moving animal tableaux, a tribute to author KP Poornachandra Tejaswi, and over 35 lakh flowers.
Indonesian conservationist Deki finds the elusive Rafflesia hasseltii flower after a 13-year search. Discover why this 'corpse lily' is rarer than a tiger and what it means for rainforest conservation. Read the full story.
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.
Bengaluru's iconic Republic Day Flower Show will celebrate the life of K P Poornachandra Tejaswi. Enhanced security with 136 CCTVs installed for the large event.
Discover how to cultivate the rare Himalayan Brahma Kamal at home. Learn about its spiritual significance, ideal growing conditions, and Vastu benefits for prosperity and peace.
Discover how to cultivate the rare, sacred Brahma Kamal flower at home. Learn its spiritual significance, ideal growing conditions, and the Vastu benefits of bringing this Himalayan marvel into your space.
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation sells organic 'Mo Khata' compost at Annual Flower Show-2026. Also, updates on MLA's emotional reunion and Rajdhani Express delay. Read for key city news.
Pongal 2026 falls on January 14. Explore the date, time, four-day rituals, origin, and significance of Tamil Nadu's iconic harvest festival. Learn how to celebrate.
With Vijay's film delayed, Karthi's 'Vaa Vaathiyaar' and Jiiva's 'Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil' seize the Pongal 2024 release window. Get the full story on the new box office contenders.
Lucknow Municipal Corporation announces a large-scale international flower show for February and a city-wide redesign of hoardings to reduce clutter, inspired by Ahmedabad's model. Read for details.
Technical issues at PDS shops in Chennai cause long waits for Pongal gifts. Network problems and biometric failures delay distribution of ₹3000 cash and ration items to card holders.
Kevin Pietersen suggests a shock return for Andy Flower as England's head coach after the 4-1 Ashes defeat. Amid a review of Brendon McCullum's future, Pietersen claims Flower has 'changed'. Read more.
Severe frost in Madurai has devastated jasmine crops, causing prices to surge to ₹12,000 per kg. Traders warn of further hikes ahead of Pongal. Read the full report.
Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University displayed over 150 chrysanthemum varieties, highlighting new flower jewellery uses and season-extending breeds to boost farmer income. Explore the innovations.
Kevin Pietersen suggests England cricket should rehire Andy Flower as coach after Ashes defeat. He says Flower has evolved and understands modern players. Read more.
Discover the perfect outfits for Bhogi, Thai Pongal, Maattu Pongal, and Kaanum Pongal. This guide explains the four distinct dress codes for Chennai's harvest festival. Plan your festive wardrobe now!
Coimbatore district officials launch Pongal gift distribution for 11.22 lakh ration cardholders, including ₹3000 cash per package. The initiative, worth ₹336.68 crore, aims to support festive expenses. Read more.
Tamil Nadu CM Stalin launches statewide Pongal gift distribution. Over 24 lakh ration card holders in delta districts & 9.46 lakh in Madurai to receive ₹3000 cash, rice, sugar & sugarcane.
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin launches ₹3,000 Pongal cash gift & festival hampers for 2.22 crore ration cardholders. State allocates ₹6,936 crore for the scheme. Read more.
Mark your calendars for Pongal 2026! Get the exact dates for Bhogi, Thai Pongal, Mattu Pongal, and Kaanum Pongal. Discover the significance and rituals of this vibrant Tamil harvest festival.
Discover the rare phenomenon of snake plant flowering. Learn why it happens, what the blooms mean, and how you might encourage this celestial event in your own home. Witness a small miracle!
Planning Pongal celebrations at work in 2026? Discover traditional games, team-building activities, and festive ideas to boost employee morale and cultural spirit. Make your office celebration memorable!
Discover how Hosur's unique red Taj Mahal roses are exported globally. Learn about the flower trade, cultivation on 150 acres, and the weekly garland shipments to Malaysian temples. Read more!
Karnataka's Devdutt Padikkal opens up on missing India ODI selection, his incredible List A average of 83.62, and how Dinesh Karthik and Andy Flower transformed his T20 game. Read his exclusive interview.
India gears up for Pongal, Lohri & Makar Sankranti 2025. Know the exact dates, shubh muhurat timings, and how different states celebrate these vibrant harvest festivals.
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.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin announces enhanced Pongal gift of Rs 3000 cash, rice, sugar & sugarcane for over 2.2 crore ration card holders. Total cost Rs 6936 crore. Read details.
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.