Flower petals being showered on devotees during the first ‘Amrit Snan’ at the Mahakumbh on Makar Sankranti, at Sangam in Prayagraj, Tuesday. (PTI Photo)

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Updated on Jan 15, 2025 08:34 AM IST

Makar Sankranti symbolises unity, harmony, collective joy: CM

Chief minister Yogi Adityanath offers prayers at Gorakhnath Temple on the occasion of Makar Sankranti (Yogi Adityanath-X/ANI)

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Updated on Jan 15, 2025 08:26 AM IST

MNS protests against use of nylon manja

However, the nylon string or nylon manja has over the years caused grievous injuries to people, especially bikers, and birds. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)

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Updated on Jan 15, 2025 08:24 AM IST

Akhilesh Yadav takes dip in Ganga in Haridwar on Makar Sankranti

In this handout photo provided by Samajwadi Party, Akhilesh Yadav takes a dip in the River Ganga on Makar Sankranti, in Haridwar.

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Published on Jan 15, 2025 12:44 AM IST

Lucknow celebrates harvest festivals with unique traditions

Maharashtrian women perform the ritual of Haldi Kumkum (HT )

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Updated on Jan 15, 2025 07:30 AM IST

Nashik youth dies after manja slits his throat, PSI critical in Sambhajinagar

A police team from Indiranagar police station seized the manja from the spot for further investigation. (MAHENDRA KOLHE/ HT)

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Updated on Jan 15, 2025 02:37 AM IST

Mahakumbh: The mystic world of Naga sadhus and their 17 ‘shringar’

Naga Sadhus in procession before the first Amrit Snan of Mahakumbh-2025 on occasion of Makar Sankranti on Jan 14. (Deepak Gupta/HT)

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Updated on Jan 15, 2025 05:42 AM IST

Desserts made with Nolen gur, a Bengali winter delicacy to enjoy this Sankranti

Nolen gur waffles topped with nolen ice cream

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Updated on Jan 14, 2025 11:46 PM IST

Mahakumbh: Devotees seek a ‘sand’ ful of blessings from Naga sadhus

The dust that falls from the feet of Naga sadhus on the ground is sacred for us, said a devotee. (HT photo)

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Updated on Jan 15, 2025 05:30 AM IST

Mahakumbh: Hi-tech lost and found centre a beacon of hope

The high-tech lost and found centre at Sangam in Prayagraj. (HT photo)

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Published on Jan 14, 2025 10:53 PM IST

Mahakumbh: Sea of devotees at Sangam, barricades breached amid Akhara procession

Devotees in large numbers could be seen at Sangam ghats for Makar Sankranti bathing on January 14. (HT photo)

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Updated on Jan 14, 2025 10:41 PM IST

# Mahakumbh_Amrit_Snaan tops X trends

An aerial view of Sangam during Maha Kumbh Mela at Mahakumbh Nagar in Prayagraj on Sunday (HT Photo)

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Updated on Jan 14, 2025 10:12 PM IST

Extended Sangam Nose now takes in more devotees

Devout at the Sangam Nose during the Mahakumbh on Tuesday (HT Photo)

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Updated on Jan 14, 2025 09:51 PM IST

Makar Sankranti'25: Wearing black to bring you luck? Outfit change inspo inside

Deepika Padukone to Alia Bhatt: Outfit change inspo for your Makar Sankranti celebrations this evening to call in all the luck

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Published on Jan 14, 2025 06:09 PM IST

Makar Sankranti 2025: What is the importance of flying kites on this day?

Makar Sankranti 2025: Kite-flying has been a part of Makar Sankranti celebrations for centuries, with roots in ancient Indian traditions. (Representative picture: Freepik)

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Updated on Jan 14, 2025 05:33 PM IST

Makar Sankranti 2025: 3 delicious Khichdi recipes to try this harvest festival

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Published on Jan 14, 2025 05:09 PM IST

Makar Sankranti 2025 significance: Why is this day celebrated?

This year, Makar Sankranti is being celebrated on January 14.

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Published on Jan 14, 2025 03:35 PM IST

Mahakumbh 2025 facts: Why do Naga Sadhus lead sacred bath in first ‘Amrit Snan’?

Naga Sadhu's take a holy dip at Sangam on the occasion of Makar Sakranti, the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna and Saraswati rivers, during the "Maha Kumbh Mela" in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India

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Published on Jan 14, 2025 03:33 PM IST

Welcome Pongal 2025 with this low fat spin on the traditional Sakkarai Pongal

This low fat, vegan spin on the Sakkarai Pongal will keep get you in the festive mood, guilt-free!

htcity foodies

Published on Jan 14, 2025 01:18 PM IST

Makar Sankranti: Which gajjak, rewri from Old Delhi is your pick this winter?

A gajjak trail in Chandni Chowk is a must when it's winter and the celebrations are on for Makar Sankranti.

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Published on Jan 14, 2025 12:59 PM IST

Pongal 2025 | Regena: The magic of this festival lies in its inclusivity

Regena Cassandrra

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Updated on Jan 14, 2025 12:53 PM IST

Maha Kumbh: Devotees take first ‘Amrit Snan’ on occasion of Makar Sankranti

Members of akharas, or the Hindu monastic orders, taking the bath. (REUTERS)

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Published on Jan 14, 2025 12:16 PM IST

Makar Sankranti 2025| Karishma Tanna opens up about Sankranti celebrations

Actor Karishma Tanna celebrating Makar Sankranti

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Published on Jan 14, 2025 11:29 AM IST

Bank holiday today: Are banks closed today (January 14) for Makar Sankranti?

Bank Holiday Today: Makar Sankranti, Uttarayana Punyakala, Pongal, Maghe Sankranti, Magh Bihu and the Birthday of Hazrat Ali are the important occasions of January 14, 2025

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Updated on Jan 14, 2025 01:11 PM IST

Mahakumbh 2025: First ‘Amrit Snan’ today as millions gather on Makar Sankranti

Ash-smeared Naga Sadhus or Hindu holy men (C) of an akhara (monastic Hindu order), walk during a religious procession as they head to take a dip in Sangam, the confluence of Ganges, Yamuna and Saraswati rivers, for Shahi Snan or 'royal bath', on the occasion of Maha Kumbh Mela festival, in Prayagraj on January 14, 2025.

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Updated on Jan 14, 2025 08:27 AM IST

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