Pongal 2023 Festival Highlights: 19 Injured During Jallikattu Event In Madurai's Avaniyapuram
Pongal 2023 Highlights: Pongal is a traditional harvest celebration observed in South India, mainly in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana. Follow this space to get all the updates.
The season of colours, prosperity and celebration of togetherness, Sankranthi celebrations at our home. May this year brings an abundance of happiness, good health and prosperity to everyone.
On the occasion of Pongal, goat traders sold more than 50,000 goats at the Udayarpalayam Goat Market in Tamil Nadu's Ariyalur district on Sunday. According to an ABP Nadu report, a goat is sold between Rs 7,000 and Rs 20,000. The traders said that the goats' sale accumulated upto Rs 70 lakhs.
DMK MP Kanimozhi took part in Pongal celebrations at Chennai MLA guest house on Sunday.
19 people were injured in Madurai's Avaniyapuram Jallikattu event and 11 people were referred to Government Rajaji Hospital in Madurai for further treatment: Revenue Minister
Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets people on Makar Sankranti. Celebrate Makar Sankranti grandly, Says PM Modi.
Jallikattu begins in Avaniyapuram of Tamil Nadu's Madurai.
Kaanum or Knau Pongal, which falls on January 17, is the fourth and last day of Pongal. There are several areas of Tamil Nadu where Kaanum Pongal is also known as Karinaal.
People offer Sarkarai Pongal and food as sacrifices to the Sun God on this day. Sugarcane is consecrated to the deity and traded among humans to symbolise sweetness and joy in life. People travel to see close ones and far-off acquaintances at Kaanum Pongal. People perform local dances and sing traditional melodies during Kaanum Pongal.
The third day of Pongal, known as Mattu Pongal, is devoted to cow worship and falls on January 16. On this day, agricultural animals like cows and oxen are honoured since they help farmers raise and harvest their crops effectively.
For Mattu Pongal, farm animals are artistically decorated after being bathed. When "Pongal" is provided for cows and oxen, their horns are typically painted and garlanded. Bullfights also referred to as Jallikattu, are organised on this day. The bull-taming sport is well-known in the Madurai area of Tamil Nadu.
The second day of the Pongal celebration, which falls on January 15, is the main day, known as Surya Pongal. To begin the day, fresh milk is boiled until it reaches the vessel's edge. One of the main customs of the Pongal holiday, it is believed to bring prosperity. Tamil Nadu residents prepare the traditional sweet dish "Pongal" on this day using rice, milk, and jaggery.
This is offered as prasad to the deity. In order to perform the ceremony collectively, women from various regions of Tamil Nadu assemble at a specific site. Bananas, coconuts, and sugarcane are among the additional offerings made to the Sun god.
As part of the Bhogi festival, the first day of the celebration, which falls on January 14, is dedicated to honouring Lord Indra. Because he is credited with bringing prosperity to the land, Lord Indra is revered as the rain God. It is also known as Bhogi Mantalu because, on this day, people burn their unwanted household items in a blaze composed of wood and cakes of cow dung.
The females perform dances around the bonfire and sing songs in praise of God. During the winter solstice, a bonfire is lit in order to stay warm.
Makar Sankranti Wishes:
- May you accomplish all of your important life goals and reach the sky like bright kites. A very happy Makar Sankranti to you!
- To a loving friend of mine, wishing you a happy Makar Sankranti. I ask the Creator to bless your crops so that you can get a good harvest.
- With love and the highest respect, I wish you a joyful Makar Sankranti. Let this event bring you a fruitful crop, peace, prosperity, and fortune.
- I'm sending you happy Makar Sankranti wishes, dear brother. May you be happy always, succeed in all your endeavours, and lead a peaceful life.
- I hope that all of your wishes come true and that your life becomes better every day on this auspicious occasion of Lohri. May your day be filled with success and glory as a result of this lovely celebration. Greetings for a very Happy Lohri to you and your family.
The beautiful snowfall at Kangana Ranaut's Manali house was documented in a series of Instagram posts by the Bollywood actress.
Posting a photo of her snow-covered Manali home, Kangana wrote on her Instagram Story, "Ye sardiyon ka mausam bhi ghar mein ma ke haath ke til/haldi ke laddu khaye bina hi jayega" on Instagram Stories.
In an interaction with ABP Live, Sidhharrth S Kumaar, Astro Numerologist & Founder, NumroVani explained the effect of this doubles if things are donated as per the moon sign of a person. Such service of humanity brings positivity, glee, riches, and bliss into your life.
He further explained what are the things that you should donate this Makar Sankranti as per your zodiac sign -
Aries
Donating woollen clothes, sesame seeds, khichdi, jaggery, and peanuts after taking a bath will bring you good health and prosperity.
Taurus
While sesame seeds are mandatory, you can also donate eatables like black grams or lentils, mustard oil, khichdi made of black lentils, and clothing items of black colour to attract divine blessings this Makar Sankranti.
Gemini
You will be showered with prayers from the poor by donating umbrellas, blankets, rice, gram flour ladoos, and sesame seeds. Remember, God helps those who help others.
Cancer
Let your heart smile by donating ghee, milk, and silver items to the poor. You can also donate woollen garments and white sesame seeds to welcome joy and bliss.
Leo
What's better than donating warm blankets and copper thermos flasks this winter? Apart from these, the natives of this zodiac sign can also donate mosquito nets, wheat, khichdi, and lentils.
Virgo
Donating green clothing will be extremely auspicious for Virgo this Makar Sankranti. Items like oil, sesame seeds, and moong daal will also fill the receiver and the provider with contentment.
Libra
The zodiac of balance should decide on a balanced platter to donate this year including items like nutritive khichdi, tasty laddoos, and a piece of warm clothing or blanket.
Scorpio
As ruled by the fiery Mars and Pluto, the natives of this water sign should donate red clothes to attract stability and success. Khichdi, jaggery, and sesame also make for better options.
Sagittarius
Sagittarians will enjoy immense peace, calmness, and contentment by donating clothing items in the colour yellow. Other items in varying shades of yellow like turmeric, sandalwood, and pulses will also gladden the needy, and hence, the almighty.
Capricorn
By donating books and stationery items to the needy, you will change lives and earn some good karma. Woollen clothes, blankets, and oil can also be donated.
Aquarius
Woollen wear and cotton clothes in black colour will attract wealth, success, and affluence. But if you are under budget, donating soaps, oil, and black lentils will work as well.
Pisces
Pisces is the most charitable and generous zodiac sign out of the 12. For them, the best items to donate will be silk clothes, blankets, jaggery, groundnuts, and khichdi with ghee.
It is very essential to donate these things with a pure and noble intent without any expectations of gain from it.
Makar Sankranti, also known as the Kite festival, is celebrated across India with much fanfare. People fly kites to mark the arrival of spring. This year, &TV artists including Yogesh Tripathi (Daroga Happu Singh, Happu Ki Ultan Paltan) and Shubhangi Atre (Angoori Bhabi, Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai) share their kite flying experiences and memories during this auspicious festival.
Yogesh Tripathi, essaying Daroga Happu Singh in &TV show Happu Ki Ultan Paltan, said, “While kite flying is mostly done on Makar Sankranti across India, I would say in Uttar Pradesh it is like a full-time sport. You may see colourful kites flying in the sky and kids spending most of the time doing that on their terraces throughout the year. I was no exception. Two weeks before Makar Sankranti, I, along with my friends, used to buy kites in bulk, and we used to be on our terraces flying them the whole day. The most memorable moments are when we used to cut others' kites and run from one terrace to another to catch the kites and increase our collections (laughs). I still remember how I fell once while running behind a kite, and my entire family was very upset and angry with me. In my hometown, I still have some kites with me. It is indeed one of my favourite festivals. Makar Sankranti is celebrated with devotion in Uttar Pradesh. A lot of people visit Ganga ghats to bathe and then start their day by eating "dahi-chura" (curd and flat rice). A special khichdi is made with green peas, rice, and seasonal vegetables that taste delicious. I look forward to eating it the entire year. I wish everyone a very happy Makar Sankranti.”
Shubhangi Atre, essaying Angoori Bhabi in &TV show Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai, said, “During Makar Sankranti, our whole family gather in my hometown Indore. We prepare a special festival meal called Sankrant Bhoj. We also give out small gifts, such as til-gur ke laddoo, fruits, dry khichadi, etc., to the poor. I enjoy kite-flying a lot as well. We organise a small competition which brings us all together and is great fun. During this time, at least one stray kite would find its way to my terrace. Whenever a kite is cut loose, it falls to the ground, and I and my friends just rush toward the falling kite like kids. We also spend hours trying to resurrect kites which are cut loose with the hope that it might fly once again and challenge other kites in the sky. For us, kite becomes a symbol of inspiration and hope to restore the lost glory. The whole festive vibe of Makar Sankranti fills my heart with immense joy, and I wish everyone a Happy Makar Sankranti!”
One of the most significant aspects of Makar Sankranti is getting together with friends and family to fly kites. Here's how actor Rajkummar Rao wished his fans on the occasion.
Devotees take a holy dip in 'Sarovar' at Golden Temple in Amritsar and offer prayers.
Over lakhs of pilgrims including Naga Sadhus flocked Babughat in Kolkata, Gangasagar transit camp, to take a holy dip in Gangasagar at the largest fair after Kumbh, as reported by the news agency ANI.
Several Naga Sadhus in the transit camp drew attention as they travelled thousands of kilometers to take a holy dip in Gangasagar on the occasion of Makar Sankranti.
Colourful kites hit markets on the occasion of Makar Sankranti festival in Vadodara.
Background
Pongal 2023 Highlights: Hello and welcome to ABP Live for all the updates from the joyous festival of Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Maghi, and Poush Sankranti. Over the period of two days, follow this blog to get the latest happenings in and around India where the festivities are.
Pongal is a traditional harvest celebration observed in South India, mainly in the states of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana. Pongal, an important South Indian festival, honours Lord Surya Narayan, the planet's ruler, and is linked with crop harvesting. In northern India, the celebration is known as Makar Sankranti. This year's four-day celebration will be held from January 15 to January 18 and will be distinguished by a number of customs and rituals, such as the giving of milk rice to the sun deity and the well-known bull-taming sport of Jallikattu. Here is everything you need to know about the four festival days known as Bhogi Pongal, Surya Pongal, Mattu Pongal, and Kanum Pongal.
The Pongal celebrations are quite precious to Tamilians. This month is known as Thai month, and the people of Tamil Nadu believe that it brings positive change to their lives and helps them overcome their problems. This is the time of year when crops like sugarcane, turmeric, and rice are harvested. This month is thought to be auspicious for marriages, engagements, and all religious and spiritual activities.
According to Hindu mythology, Lord Shiva sent his bull Nandi to earth to exhort the mortals to take a monthly meal, an oil massage, and a bath. However, Nandi advised everyone to take an oil bath once a month in addition to eating taking a meal every day. As a result of Lord Shiva's rage, Nandi was condemned to live forever on earth. He will mostly be responsible for plough work and assisting others in increasing food production. So this day is celebrated for harvesting crops, new crop and animals.
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