On the occasion of Makar Sankranti, Bihu Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted the nation. He also wished Assamese people on ...

Makar Sankranti is celebrated when the Sun moves from the Dhanu Rashi (Sagittarius) to Makar Rashi (Capricorn). The festival ...

Makar Sankranti is a time to bond with family, indulge in delicious traditional dishes, and engage in fun activities like ...

Makar Sankranti in 2025 will be celebrated on January 14 (Tuesday). This festival marks the transition of the sun into the ...

Heartiest greetings to the countrymen on this holy festival of energy, enthusiasm and progress," he wrote in Hindi on X. On ...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted the nation on the occasion of Makar Sankranti. He also greeted Assamese people on Magh ...

Makar Sankranti, celebrated on January 14, marks the Sun's transition into Capricorn, symbolizing longer days and the end of ...

also known as Makar Rashi. It is observed with great enthusiasm and joy, particularly in northern and western India. The festival signifies the end of winter and the arrival of longer days ...

thus justifying the name of the festival Makar Sankranti-- wherein makar stands for the zodiac sign makara rashi and Sankranti meaning transit of the Sun from one constellation to another.

It marks the Sun's transition into Capricorn (Makar Rashi), symbolising hope and fresh starts. Additionally, it signifies the end of winter and the onset of a new agricultural cycle. On this ...