As the sun begins its northward journey and fields sway with golden harvest, an age-old festival returns to fill homes with blessings, warmth, and devotion. Pongal 2026 promises more than festive ...

CHENNAI: On Pongal day, Gurumitraa R and her family members wake up early and go to their ooru kavalan (village deity) temple at Kallal Karaikudi with stainless steel pots, dressed in finery, to fetch ...