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Malayalam New Year

In the Indian state of Kerala, the Malayalam New Year, known as Kollavarsham, marks the start of a new year. This auspicious occasion will be marked on August 17, 2024, this year

Updated On: 16 Aug 2024 | 4:01 PM IST

English Premier League club Manchester City's Instagram post extending Onam wishes in Malayalam went viral on the internet and warmed the hearts of the local populace. Manchester City wished Malayalees across the world "Happy Onam" in Malayalam, as a result of which the Instagram picture went viral and warmed the club's fan base in Kerala. While the image focuses on superstar Erling Haaland in blue jersey biting into a fried pappadam, the background shows two houseboats lined up close to a piece of land defined by coconut trees, catching the instant attention of Malayalees across world. Kerala Tourism reposted the image on Facebook, saying "The team with 32 major honours in the English Premier League wishes all Malayalees a happy Onam. Manchester City has quite a dedicated Malayalee following all over the world. This, too, earned a flurry of congratulations, a Kerala Tourism statement said here on Thursday. Commenting on the post, Kerala Tourism Minister P A Mohamed Riyas said on

Updated On: 31 Aug 2023 | 6:45 PM IST

For Hindus in particular, first day of Chingam is considered auspicious for weddings, moving into a new home, buying a new vehicle and to start new ventures

Updated On: 17 Aug 2016 | 5:38 PM IST