Vishu is the Malayalam New Year festival celebrated in the Indian state of Kerala and by Malayali communities around the world. It usually falls on April 14 or 15, marking the beginning of the ...

Vishu or Vishu Kani, the marks the traditional Malayalam New Year and is celebrated by the people of Kerala. In the Malayalam Calendar, the New Year starts on the first day of Chingam.

The Vishu konna or kanikkonna, known as the golden rain or golden shower tree, is a flowing plant that is vital to the tradition of Vishu. It is, in fact, the state flower of Kerala.

Vishu katta Another dish that you can relish is Vishu katta which is made using coconut milk, powdered rice and jaggery. It is sweet in taste and is absolutely delicious. Even though it is high in ...

Amid colourful rituals, 'Vishu', the Malayalam new year was celebrated in Kerala with traditional fervour and gaiety on Friday. THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Amid colourful rituals, 'Vishu', the Malayalam ...

In Kerala homes, preparations for Vishukani start the night before the new year, with ‘urali’ (a special vessel) cleaned; fresh farm produce is collected and arranged in preparation. The most ...