Thousands of people thronged tourist spots, especially Kodiveri anicut and the park at Bhavanisagar dam, to celebrate Kaanum Pongal in the district on Thursday. Right from morning, people with ...

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As many as 19 children who went missing in the crowds that had gathered at the beaches of Chennai on Kaanum Pongal day on Thursday (January 16, 2025) were traced and reunited with their parents by ...

Kaanum Pongal is also known as Karinaal or Knau Pongal in some parts of Tamil Nadu. On this day, people worship the Sun God and celebrate Sarkarai Pongal. Sugarcane is consecrated to the deity and ...

CHENNAI: Marina beach, one of the city’s most popular destinations for Kaanum Pongal, remained largely ... “Roads were barricaded and people had to take longer detours to get here,” said ...

fostering unity among relatives. Kaanum Pongal highlights Tamil Nadu's rich heritage through attire, food, and rituals. It promotes the importance of tradition in modern society, offering families ...

Kaanum Pongal marks the end of the Pongal celebrations. The word ‘kaanum’ in Tamil means ‘to visit’ and so on the day of Kaanum Pongal families hold reunions. There is also a tradition of presenting ...

It is to be noted that Kaanum Pongal, also known as Kanum Pongal or Kanni Pongal, is a significant festival celebrated in Tamil Nadu as part of the four-day Pongal festivities. The festival emphasises ...

and Kaanum Pongal is a day for family outings and bonding. Pongal is not just about rituals; it symbolises gratitude, prosperity, and joy. The name "Pongal" also refers to the signature dish made ...

The popular Alanganallur jallikattu is the grand finale of the three-day bull taming sport held in Madurai and certain other parts of Tamil Nadu as part of the Pongal festival. Both the bulls and ...

From Bhogi Pongal on the first day to Kaanum Pongal on the fourth day, homes are adorned with intricate kolams, family bonds are strengthened, and traditions are passed down with love and reverence.

People also worship to Lord Ganesha, seeking his blessings for a prosperous and fruitful harvest. Day 4: Kaanum Pongal - Thursday, January 16, 2025 The fourth day of Pongal is Kaanum Pongal.