Pongal 2026 celebrations begin with Bhogi and beautifully drawn kolams that symbolise renewal and positivity. From simple patterns to traditional styles, kolams set the festive tone. Explore inspiring ...

This Margazhi morning sent me into a state of nostalgia as I drew a simple ezhai kolam in my apartment corridor. It brought back all those fond times and tiny tales told to me by family elders during ...

For visitors to the Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple in the last four days, it was hard to walk past a group of women diligently drawing beautiful ‘kolams’ in different parts of the temple premises ...

Kolam designs are an essential part of Pongal, symbolising prosperity, gratitude, and festive joy. As homes prepare to welcome the harvest season, creative patterns take centre stage at entrances and ...

When Thane-based kolam practitioner Hema Kannan tells us that the ancient art of drawing geometric patterns, typically outside one's home, is a sign of welcome, this writer can't help remembering her ...

The art and science of kolam keep youngsters busy in the lockdown period, while kolam enthusiasts like Thilagalakshmi Sridharan is using it to spread awareness on the importance of washing hands and ...