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  Makar Sankranti 2026: How kite flying became linked to the auspicious festival

  January 14, 2026 14:28 IST

  Kite flying is an iconic part of Makar Sankranti celebrations. Here’s why the tradition began, what it symbolised, and how it became central to the festival over time.

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  Enticing packages and discounts to woo extended weekend travellers

  August 15, 2013 9:15 IST

  New Delhi: Mountain biking in the hills of Uttarakhand, para-sailing in Goa, a therapeutic spa in a Mughal-era palace in Rajasthan and even a kite flying competition to soak in the Independence Day festivities –