Tamil Nadu: Lakhs take holy dip in Rameswaram's Agnitheertham sea on 'Thai Amavasai'

Jan 21, 2023

Thousands of pilgrims gathered at Tiruppullani sea coast in Ramanathapuram district to pray for the souls of their forefathers.

Tamil Nadu: Hundreds of devotees perform sacred Pitru Karma Puja in Madurai

Jul 24, 2025

On the occasion of Aadi Amavasai, a significant day in the Tamil Hindu calendar dedicated to honouring ancestors, hundreds of devotees gathered in Madurai...

13 Israelis, 7 foreigners held in Gaza to be released shortly: Qatar's foreign ministry

Nov 25, 2023

Notably, on the first day of the temporary truce, 24 hostages were released, predominantly Israeli and Thai citizens.

Pongal 2023: Traditional dishes to relish during this Harvest festival

Jan 14, 2023

As the harvest season draws near, preparations are afoot to celebrate it through the Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal, and Bihu festivities. In Tamil Nadu,...

Devotees perform rituals on Aadi Amavasai in Rameswaram

Aug 16, 2023

The serene Agni Theertham sea bore witness to the prayers and offerings made by devotees seeking to bring peace to their departed ancestors. Aadi...

Arrest of Thai woman involved in illegal surrogacy sends Thai govt into a tizzy: Report

Apr 28, 2023

Thai woman, identified as Nawaporn Pakiatsakun was originally a Chinese national. She got married to a Thai man to gain Thai citizenship in order...