Onam also celebrates the homecoming of Lord Mahabali, as told in ancient tales. The festival spans over a period of 10 days, with each day holding significance and its own set of rituals.

The origin of Onam is said to have linked with the story of King Mahabali and Vamana, a dwarf Brahmin. According to the ...

Amidst the hues of harvest, joy unfurls its petals – it's Onam! A symphony of culture and tradition, this vibrant festival paints the canvas of Kerala with unity and exuberance. As the Pookalam blooms ...

Until recently, Onam remained within the cultural consciousness of Malayalis alone. The rest of the country, even people in the neighbouring states of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, rarely took part.

On Sunday (September 15, 2024), Keralites gathered at homes to celebrate Onam, a largely secular festival reminiscent of a utopian pastoral past, with gifts, group games, new clothes, floral ...

The government has already announced that there won't be any official Onam celebration due to the recent devastating landslides in Wayanad. However, the state witnessed traditional celebrations as ...

As Onam celebrations spread across Kerala, the state-run BEVCO, has reported record-breaking liquor sales, underscoring the central role spirits play in marking one of the state's most beloved ...

The Bengaluru woman is facing backlash after a video shows her destroying a children's Onam Pookalam in an apartment complex.