MADURAI: The Thai poosam festival in Subramaniya Swamy Temple at Thiruparankundram passed off peacefully on Tuesday with a ...

What is this controversy all about? Thiruparankundram is a serene hill with deep spiritual significance. At its base is the renowned Subramaniya Swamy Temple, while on its summit sits the Sultan ...

They further said: “Focussing on Thiruparankundram near Madurai, the BJP and the Sangh Parivar groups are trying to implement their plan. At the base of hillock lies Subramania Swamy temple ...

On the day of Thaipusam, devotees gather at temples dedicated to Lord Murugan, offering prayers, lighting oil lamps, and making offerings of fruit, flowers, and coconuts to the deity.

Whether celebrated in the vibrant streets of Tamil Nadu or in the serene temples of Malaysia and Singapore, the spirit of Thaipusam remains the same dedication to Lord Murugan and his divine guidance.

Thiruparankundram hills are considered one of the six abodes of Hindu deity Lord Murugan, and house the Subramaniya Swamy and Kasi Viswanathar temples. The hills also have a Jain site and several ...

Devotees offer yellow fruits and flowers to Lord Murugan. The devotees who use skewers and hooks on their body parts, when they reach the temple, the metal implements are immediately removed and their ...

Muslim organisations set up a free medical camp for devotees walking to the Palani Murugan temple during the Thai Poonam festival in Tamil Nadu. The camp, organised by Quaid-E-Millat Foundation and ...

Thaipusam commemorates the day when Goddess Parvati bestowed Lord Murugan (also known as Lord Kartikeya) with a divine spear, the Vel, to vanquish the demon Soorapadam. This event symbolizes the ...

The kavadi, meaning "sacrifice at every step," is borne as a vow to Lord Murugan or as an act of gratitude. In Singapore, it is customary for the procession to start at Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple, ...