Makar Sankranti is one of the most important festivals of the Hindu calendar and celebrates the sun's journey into the northern hemisphere, a period which is considered to be highly auspicious.

Makara Sankranti is held to honour the sun god Surya and involves activities such as kite flying and dipping in holy rivers MILLIONS of Hindus have been anticipating the festival of Makar ...

Makar Sankranti, also known as Uttarayan, marks the northward movement of the sun, signifying the end of winter and the onset of longer days. The word "Makar" refers to the zodiac sign Capricorn ...

Makar Sankranti holds great significance all over India. Ways of celebration are different but the purpose of the festival is one for all Indians.In Maharashtra, people observe a lot of traditions ...

BENGALURU: As winter makes way for warmer days, India gears up to celebrate Makar Sankranti, a festival that heralds the end of the winter solstice and the advent of longer days. This vibrant ...

Makar Sankranti is a Hindu harvest festival that is widely celebrated across India and falls in the month of January. This festival marks the beginning of the harvest season and the sun's transit ...

Makar Sankranti signifies the harvest and the Sun's transition into Capricorn, celebrated under various names across India. Traditions include kite flying, river dips, communal feasts, bonfires ...