Kerala’s ‘Kumbh Mela’ Revival at Thirunavaya: Spiritual Spectacle or Contested Rebranding?
SPIRITUALITY Kerala’s ‘Kumbh Mela’ Revival at Thirunavaya: Spiritual Spectacle or Contested Rebranding? Newsyaar February 21, 2026 10:44 pm Thirunavaya’s Bharathapuzha (Nila) riverbanks hosted the Mahamagha Mahotsavam, dubbed Kerala’s Kumbh Mela, from January 18 to February 3, 2026, drawing over 3.5 lakh daily devotees at its peak. Organized by Varanasi’s Juna Akhada with […]
Lohri 2026: What You Need to Know About Punjab’s Lohri
EVENTS Lohri 2026: What You Need to Know About Punjab’s Lohri Newsyaar January 12, 2026 4:32 pm Lohri is one of the most vibrant and culturally rich festivals of North India, especially celebrated with great enthusiasm in Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and parts of Delhi. Observed every year on January 13, Lohri […]