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From Parineeti to Nayanthara, how stars celebrated Sankranti, Pongal, and Lohri
Makar Sankranti, Lohri, Pongal, Magh Bihu, and Uttarayan are among harvest festivals celebrated in diverse forms across the various regions of India and showcase harmonious relationship with nature. Here's how stars celebrated the festival.
15 January,2025 10:32 AM IST | Oshin Fernandes
PHOTOS: India immersed in vibrant colours as people celebrate harvest festivals
Various places in India were immersed in vibrant colours and festivities as people celebrated harvest festivals across the country. This auspicious time is known by different names in different regions like Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Magh Bihu, Uttarayan, among others. From kite flying to traditional rituals, and from decorations to other festivities, here are some glimpses from the celebrations.
14 January,2025 11:03 PM IST | Raaina Jain
IN PHOTOS: Indians across the country celebrate harvest festivals
Makar Sankranti, Magh Bihu, Pongal, and Lohri—traditional harvest festivals celebrated on January 14—are observed across different regions of India. Despite regional variations, these festivals share common themes of gratitude for the harvest and the sun's transition. (Pics/PTI and AFP)
13 January,2025 03:21 PM IST | Joy Manikumar
Lohri 2024: Katrina Kaif to Alia Bhatt, dress like your favourite Bollywood diva
Lohri 2024: Take inspiration for this festive day from Katrina Kaif, Alia Bhatt, Sanya Malhotra and more. These Bollywood actress' manage to add elegance and tradition to many ethnic ensembles. Take notes and dress like your favourite Bollywood diva!
13 January,2024 01:34 PM IST | Tuhina Upadhyay
Makar Sankranti 2023
How this Bandra kite-maker is continuing his family’s legacy with unique kites
Flying kites is a tradition many people follow in western India while celebrating Makar Sankranti. While til gul laddoos usually try to steal the show, kite-flying is not far behind. Bandra kite-maker Ahmed Qazi’s family has been catering to avid kite flying enthusiasts for over seven decades, and don’t intend to stop any time soon
13 January,2023 06:11 PM IST
Weekly News Wrap: Geeta Basra cancells Lohri; Sameera Reddy's 'sexy' avatar
From Geeta Basra and cricketer Harbhajan Singh's Lohri party cancellation due to Omicron scare to Sameera Reddy's fitness confession, we are here to give you a lowdown on the top entertainment stories of the week. All photos/mid-day archives
15 January,2022 01:54 PM IST
Akshay Kumar flies a kite; Vicky Kaushal-Katrina Kaif celebrate Lohri together
Akshay Kumar flies a kite. Vicky Kaushal-Katrina Kaif celebrate first Lohri together. Rakul Preet Singh talks about relationship with Jackky Bhagnani. Govinda trolled for new music video. All Pictures Courtesy: Mid-day Archives
14 January,2022 07:47 PM IST
Bollywood Top Stories: Swara Bhasker tests positive; Tiger 3 Delhi shoot delayed
Swara Bhasker and a lot of celebrities have been sharing their health update after testing positive for Covid-19. Due to the Omicron scare, Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif-starrer Tiger 3 shoot in Delhi has also been put on hold. Check out all the latest Bollywood story updates here. All photos/mid-day archives
07 January,2022 02:08 PM IST
Lohri 2020: Sonnalli Seygall, Sunny Singh, Sanya Malhotra celebrate
Sonnalli Seygall, Sunny Singh, Sanya Malhotra, Supriya Pathak, Poonam Dhillon and Gulshan Devaiah celebrated Lohri in Mumbai. We have pictures
14 January,2020 12:00 PM IST