The poster has “Onam of Solidarity” as the header in both English and Malayalam and depicts Mahabali, who is associated with the festival, wearing a black mundu (garment worn around the waist ...

In the 1960s, when the communist government declared Onam a state festival encompassing all people, the legend of the asura king Mahabali became popular and Vishnu receded to the background.

Onam is a traditional festival celebrated by Malayalees worldwide. It includes boat races, dance forms, Rangoli, food, and traditional clothing. Women draw floral designs called Pookkalam ...

It unites individuals with diverse backgrounds. The significance of Onam goes beyond just a harvest festival; it represents Kerala's cultural identity, unity, and spirit of generosity, emphasising ...

(Pixabay) Each day of the festival has its own name, significance and activities that are relevant for that day. There are also a few post-Onam celebrations which add to the 10-day festival.

she asked. Meanwhile, the JNU administration on Thursday claimed that no permission for food festival on Onam was sent to the vice chancellor and the "politically manipulated" poster was later ...

The spirit of oneness is in the air as Malayalees in the UAE gather to celebrate Onam, their most awaited festival of the year. Considered the harbinger of spring or the season of harvest ...

Thiruvananthapuram: Expected to be a colourful spectacle depicting Kerala’s rich culture and heritage, this year’s Onam celebrations - to be organized by the state tourism department - will be ...

Up to 170 people from across the country are expected at an Onam celebration to mark a harvest festival for the Keralite community in South West India. Home cooked vegetarian food prepared by 10 ...