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Kerala's temple culture is characterised by unique and local offerings, moving beyond traditional practices to include everyday items like chocolates, herbal drinks, books, and regional food.
In 1936, the 24-year-old Maharaja Chithira Thirunal Balarama Varma passed the Travancore Temple Entry Proclamation decree, but this had no bearing on those who lived outside the princely state. Guruvayur was then in the Malabar district of the Madras province.
Actor-politician Joseph Vijay’s party won 107 seats, and he visited the ancient Tiruchendur Murugan Temple, receiving a traditional welcome.
Indian festivals feature fireworks despite recurring safety failures, leading to fatal accidents due to illegal storage, poor compliance, and weak enforcement, with calls for stricter regulations and safer alternatives.
The Paramekkavu and Thiruvambady deities faced each other and exchanged the customary farewell greetings in the 'upacharam cholli piriyal' ritual.
Long used as a thirst-quencher during summer and offered in Hindu temples as nivedyam, it is a simple drink that balances sweetness with a mild, warming spice.
In a meeting attended by the officials of the District administration, police and representatives of Thiruvambady and Paramekkavu devaswoms, it was decided to continue with the rituals for the festival.
A temple event featured a Christian devotional song, sparking criticism but defended by organisers as fostering local harmony and gratitude towards a neighbouring church.
Visiting Sree Krishna temples is generally considered auspicious for Vishu Day.
Weighing around 50 tonnes, robotic elephant is equipped with dedicated sound and lighting systems. A trolley mechanism has also been incorporated to enable its movement.
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