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Pongal 2026 Muhurtham Guide: Surya Sankramana 3:07 PM (Jan 14) and 4-Day Ritual Plan
Pongal 2026 centers on Makara Sankranti, with Surya Sankramana recorded at 3:07 PM on 14 January 2026 as per standard Tamil calendars. This guide explains how to align Thai Pongal Pooja Muhurtham with that moment, while emphasizing that specific auspicious windows should be confirmed via a local Panchang. It outlines the four-day observance—Bhogi, Thai Pongal,…
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Makar Sankranti: Sun’s Transit to Makara Rashi, Sacred Snan, Pongal Traditions, and Unity
Makar Sankranti marks the Sun’s transit into Makara Rashi (Capricorn) and the beginning of Uttarayana Punyakalam, a turning point in the Vedic solar calendar. The day centers on Makara Sankramana Snan, Surya worship, and acts of charity, promoting inner clarity and compassion. Celebrated nationwide under various names, it is observed as Pongal in Tamil Nadu…
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Magh Bihu 2026 in Assam: Date, Uruka Feasts and Meji Bonfires that Unite Communities
Magh Bihu (Bhogali Bihu or Maghar Domahi) in 2026 falls on January 14 and marks the close of Assam’s harvest season with Uruka feasts and Meji bonfires. Observed over several days, the festival blends agrarian rhythms with community fellowship. Key rituals include building bhelaghar, offering grains and sesame to the dawn bonfire, and sharing traditional…
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Thai Masam 2026: Auspicious Tamil Month, Pongal Celebrations, and Shared Dharmic Harmony
Thai masam 2026 spans January 15 to February 12 in the traditional Tamil calendar, beginning with Thai Pongal on January 15. The month is considered highly auspicious for weddings, housewarmings, and new ventures, encapsulated in the saying “Thai pirandhaal vazhi pirakkum.” Its start aligns with Makara Sankranti, a pan-Indic solar transition honored across dharmic traditions.…
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Uttarayan (Uttarayanam) 2026: Sacred Northward Sun, Auspicious Dates, Rituals, and Unity
Uttarayan (Uttarayanam, Uttarayana Punyakalam) marks the Sun’s northward journey from Makara Sankranti to Karka Sankranti and begins on January 14, 2026. Rooted in Vedic astronomy and Hindu calendar practice, it aligns seasonal change with ritual life while explaining why dates may vary by regional Panchang. Communities across India celebrate this transition through Makara Sankranti, Pongal,…
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Tirupati Sri Kodandaramaswamy Temple: Unmissable January 2026 Festivals and Ritual Guide
January 2026 at Sri Kodandaramaswamy Temple in Tirupati promises a serene and uplifting sequence of Sri Rama–focused observances shaped by a tenth-century Chola heritage and the living devotional culture of Tirumala–Tirupati. Pilgrims can anticipate Makara Sankranti, Pongal-season worship, and Ekadashi-inspired alankarams as announced by the temple, complemented by daily sevas, Veda parayana, and prasad distribution.…
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14 Jan 2026: Makara Sankranti, Pongal, Magh Bihu & Makaravilakku—Dates, Meaning, Unity
On 14 January 2026, India observes Makara Sankranti, celebrated as Pongal in Tamil Nadu, Magh Bihu in Assam, and Lohri across Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi, while Sabarimala marks Makaravilakku and the revered Makarajyothi. The day signifies the Sun’s transition into Makara rashi (Capricorn), inaugurating Uttarayana Punyakalam and symbolizing renewal and aspiration. Readers gain a clear…
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Auspicious 14 Jan 2026: Makara Sankranti, Pongal, Magh Bihu and Makaravilakku in Radiant Unity
On 14 January 2026, India observes Makara Sankranti, aligning with the Pongal season in Tamil Nadu, Magh Bihu in Assam, and winter bonfires associated with Lohri in North India. The day marks Uttarayana Punyakalam—the Sun’s auspicious northward movement—and includes Makaravilakku (Makarajyoti) observances at Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple. Grounded in the Sun’s transit into Makara (Capricorn), the…
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Stunning Sankranthi 2026 Muggulu & Pongal Kolam: Meaningful Rangoli Ideas and Tips
Sankranthi and Pongal in 2026 invite vibrant Muggulu, Kolam, and Rangoli that honor the harvest, the sun, and community bonds. This guide outlines day-wise design ideas—from simple pulli layouts on Bhogi to celebratory sugarcane and pongal-pot motifs on Makara Sankranti, and reverential patterns for Mattu Pongal and Kanuma. Readers gain practical, eco-friendly tips on materials,…
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Margazhi’s Quiet Power: Art, Nature, and Hindu Devotion Across Continents
Margazhi (Mārgaśīrṣa) offers a contemplative counterpart to global year-end festivities by centering sadhana, beauty, and ecological reverence. This academically grounded reflection traces how Shaiva and Vaishnava practices, Tiruppavai, Andal’s devotion, and festivals like Vaikunth Ekadasi, Arudra Darshanam, and Pongal converge in Tamil culture and the diaspora. It also explores how Margazhi’s artistic spirit comes alive…
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Pongal 2026 Calendar: Exact Dates for Bhogi, Surya, Mattu & Kannum Pongal with Meaning
Pongal 2026 in Tamil Nadu spans January 13–16, aligning with Makara Sankranti 2026 and unfolding across four meaningful days: Bhogi, Surya, Mattu, and Kannum Pongal. The calendar offers clarity for planning rituals, temple visits, and family gatherings. Each day carries a distinct emphasis—renewal, solar gratitude, care for cattle, and community bonding—grounded in Thai Masam’s auspicious…