Pongal News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Many families yet to collect Pongal gift hampers, TN extends distribution till Jan 25
Chennai, Jan 21: With many families yet to collect the Pongal gift hampers, the Tamil Nadu government has announced that eligible ration card holders can collect these until January 25.
Pongal gift hampers available until today evening: TN govt
Chennai, Jan 18: The Tamil Nadu government has announced that ration cardholders eligible for Pongal gift hampers can claim them until Saturday evening.
Heavy traffic congestion expected in Chennai as 12 Lakh commuters return post Pongal
Chennai, Jan 18: The city of Chennai and its surrounding areas are bracing for heavy traffic congestion as nearly 12 lakh people are expected to return after the Pongal festival.
Lyca to release trailer of Vidaa Muyarchi tonight; Social media abuzz with rumours on film's new release date
Chennai, Jan 16: This pongal is really turning out to be a sweet one for fans of actor Ajith Kumar as Lyca Productions, the production house that is producing the film ‘Vidaa Muyarchi’, has now announced that it will be releasing a new trailer of the film at 6.40 pm this evening.
Udhayanidhi Stalin inaugurates Alanganallur Jallikattu in Madurai
Chennai, Jan 16: Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin inaugurated the world-famous Alanganallur Jallikattu in Madurai on Thursday.
Tamil Nadu: Udhayanidhi Stalin flags off Jallikattu event in Madurai
Madurai, January 16: Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Thursday flagged off the Jallikattu event at Alanganallur in Madurai district on the occasion of Kaanum Pongal.
Traffic diversions in Chennai for Kaanum Pongal tomorrow
Chennai, Jan 15: The Greater Chennai Traffic Police (GCTP) have announced detailed traffic arrangements for Thursday in anticipation of large crowds congregating on Kamarajar Salai for Kaanum Pongal celebrations.
'One of our land's greatest...': PM Modi's tribute to iconic Tamil poet-philosopher Thiruvalluvar
New Delhi, January 15: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday remembered iconic Tamil philosopher, poet and thinker Thiruvalluvar on the occasion of Thiruvalluvar Day, saying his verses reflect the essence of Tamil culture and the nation's philosophical heritage.
Tamil Nadu: Day 2 of Jallikattu begins in Madurai
Madurai, January 15: Day two of the world-famous Jallikattu event began in Tamil Nadu's Madurai district on Wednesday morning.
US Congressman Krishnamoorthi leads resolution for Tamil Language and Heritage Month
Washington DC, January 15: US Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi on Tuesday introduced a bipartisan resolution to designate January as Tamil Language and Heritage Month.
Happiest Sankranthi, Pongal my loves: Rashmika Mandanna extends heartfelt greetings
Mumbai, January 14: Actor Rashmika Mandanna extended heartwarming greetings to her fans on the occasion of Pongal and Sankrathi.
Sobhita Dhulipala, Naga Chaitanya celebrate their first Pongal and Sankranti as newlyweds
Mumbai, January 14: Newlyweds Sobhita Dhulipala and Naga Chaitanya celebrated their first Bhogi, Pongal and Sankranti.
Gujarat to Rajasthan: A look at how India celebrated Makar Sankranti this year
New Delhi, January 14: India celebrated Makar Sankranti with great joy and enthusiasm, as the festival marks the Sun's transition into Capricorn (Makara). Known by different names across the country, including Uttarayan, Pongal, Maghi, and Dahi Chura, the festival features unique traditions in each region. From kite flying to taking holy dips, people celebrated the festival in their own unique ways on Tuesday. Hence, let's take a look at how states across the country are celebrating the Sankranti festival.
Nayanthara drops adorable family pictures from her Pongal celebration
Mumbai, January 14: Actor Nayanthara has treated her fans with a glimpse of her Pongal celebration.
One Killed, 75 injured during Jallikattu event in Tamil Nadu's Madurai
Chennai, January 14: One person was killed during a Jallikattu event in Tamil Nadu's Madurai district, an officer said on Tuesday. 75 others are said to be injured, out of which 30 sustained grievous injuries.
More afoot in US House to declare January Tamil heritage month
Washington, Jan 15: Raja Krishnamoorthi, an Indian American lawmaker, introduced a resolution in the US House of Representatives on Tuesday to declare January as Tamil Language and Heritage Month. The resolution coincides with Pongal, a Tamil festival that begins in mid-January.
Actor Keerthi Suresh celebrates Pongal with Tamil superstar-turned-politician Vijay
Chennai, Jan 14: National Award-winning South Indian actor Keerthi Suresh celebrated her first Pongal after marriage with Tamil superstar-turned-politician Vijay.
Postponing UGC-NET a right decision: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin
Chennai, Jan 14: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin commended the Union Education Ministry for its decision to postpone the UGC-National Eligibility Test (NET), originally scheduled for January 15.
Avaniyapuram Jallikattu begins in TN, 1,100 bulls compete
Chennai, Jan 14: The world-renowned Avaniyapuram Jallikattu in Madurai district commenced on Tuesday as part of Tamil Nadu's Pongal festivities.
Prabhas sends Pongal wishes to fans with new 'The Raja Saab' poster
New Delhi, January 14: The excitement for Prabhas' upcoming film 'The Raja Saab' has reached new heights, with the actor recently sharing a glimpse of his retro-inspired look on social media.
TN Governor, CM Stalin, EPS extend Pongal, Makar Sankranti greetings
Chennai, Jan 14: Tamil Nadu Governor R. N.
Jallikattu event in Tamil Nadu's Madurai begins; 1,100 bulls, 900 tamers in fray
Madurai, January 14: The world-renowned three-day Jallikattu event in Tamil Nadu's Madurai kicked off on Tuesday, with Avaniyapuram village holding its first-day event which features 1,100 bulls and 900 bull-tamers.
NTA postpones UGC-NET exam scheduled for January 15 due to festivals
New Delhi, January 14: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has postponed UGC-NET scheduled for January 15 on account of festivals, including Pongal and Makar Sankranti. The revised exam date will be announced later, the agency announced on Monday.
Dhanush drops fresh posters from 'Idli Kadai'; wishes fans a Happy Pongal
Mumbai, January 13: Tamil actor and filmmaker Dhanush has announced that his fourth directorial venture, 'Idli Kadai', will hit theatres in April this year. The film stars Dhanush alongside National Award-winning actress Nithya Menen.
JP Nadda attends 'Pongal,' celebrations at Union Minister G Kishan Reddy's residence
New Delhi, January 13: Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Monday attended the 'Pongal' celebrations at the residence of BJP leader and Union Coal Minister G Kishan Reddy in the national capital here.
'We feel honoured': Artists, locals express happiness as PM Modi joins Lohri, Pongal festivities
New Delhi, Jan 13: The festivals of Lohri and Pongal were celebrated with great enthusiasm on Monday. On this occasion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the Lohri celebrations held at Naraina Vihar in the national capital.
PM Modi joins Lohri, Makar Sankranti, and Pongal celebrations, extends warm wishes to the nation
New Delhi, Jan 13: The festival of Lohri was celebrated with great enthusiasm on Monday. On this occasion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the Lohri celebrations held at Naraina Vihar in the national capital.
Pongal festivities: 6.4 lakh people leave Chennai in special buses over three days
Chennai, Jan 13: Tamil Nadu Transport Department officials reported that around 6.4 lakh people traveled from Chennai to various districts in state-run special buses over three days leading up to the Pongal festivities.
Prez Murmu, Vice Prez Dhankhar extend greetings on Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Magh Bihu
New Delhi, Jan 13: President Droupadi Murmu and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar extended their heartfelt wishes to the people of India on Monday, on the auspicious occasions of Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal, and Magh Bihu.
People burn waste items during 'Bhogi' as the first day of the Pongal festival begins
Puducherry, January 13: The celebration of Pongal began across South India on Monday with 'Bhogi' or burning of old and unwanted items like old clothes, mats and broomsticks in the belief that new things will usher into their lives.
President Murmu extends greetings on Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Magh Bihu
New Delhi, January 13: President Droupadi Murmu on Monday extended her heartfelt greetings to the citizens of the nations on the occasion of Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Magh Bihu.
Die-hard Rajinikanth fan celebrates Pongal in temple dedicated to the superstar
Madurai, January 12: Karthik, a die-hard fan of superstar Rajinikanth from Madurai, uniquely celebrated Pongal by honouring the actor in a temple he built inside his home.
Pongal festivities: Around 14 lakh people to leave Chennai for native villages across TN
Chennai, Jan 11: Around 14 lakh people are expected to leave Chennai for their native villages across Tamil Nadu to celebrate Pongal, one of the state’s biggest festivals for which the state government has made elaborate transport arrangements, an official said on Saturday.
Here's why the Tharunam unit changed its plan to shoot in Kashmir!
Chennai, Jan 10: Director Arvindh Srinivasan, whose upcoming romantic thriller ‘Tharunam’ is to release on January 14 for the festival of Pongal, has now disclosed that the team’s initial plans to shoot some portions of the film in Kashmir had to be dropped because of a health concern actress Smruthi Venkat had.
TN Chief Minister Stalin launches Pongal gift hampers
Chennai, Jan 9: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin launched the distribution of Pongal gift hampers on Thursday at a ration shop in Saidapet.
TN transport dept to operate 5,736 special buses from Chennai for Pongal festival
Chennai, Jan 7: The Tamil Nadu Transport Department will operate 5,736 special buses from Chennai to various parts of the state between January 10 and 13 to manage the heavy rush during Pongal, the state’s biggest festival, which falls on January 15.
Vishal attends Madha Gaja Raja press meet despite high temperature; Wins hearts
Mumbai, Jan 6: Actor Vishal, who plays the lead in director Sundar C's long-awaited comedy entertainer Madha Gaja Raja, impressed audiences and fans when he turned up for a media interaction despite being down with severe viral fever.
Tamil Nadu: Online registration for Madurai's iconic Jallikattu events to begin tomorrow
Madurai, January 5: The online registration for the globally renowned Jallikattu events at Avaniyapuram, Palamedu, and Alanganallur will commence on January 6 at 5 pm and will remain open until January 7 at 5 pm, the Madurai district administration announced.
TN gears up for Pongal with special bus services, gift hampers
Chennai, Jan 5: With Pongal, Tamil Nadu’s biggest festival, set to be celebrated on January 15, the State Transport Corporation will operate 15,000 special buses for travellers heading to their hometowns for the holidays.
Tamil Nadu's first Jallikattu to start in Pudukkottai district today
Pudukkottai, January 4: The first Jallikattu event of Tamil Nadu for 2025 will be held on Saturday at Thachankurichi village in Pudukkottai district.