Onam 2026 Celebrations Begin, Marking Thiruvonam on August 26
Onam, Kerala's major harvest festival, is celebrated over 10 days in the month of Chingam, culminating on Thiruvonam, which falls on August 26, 2026. The festival honors the legendary King Mahabali, whose reign symbolizes prosperity and inclusivity. Celebrations include traditional boat races, elaborate feasts called Onam Sadhya, and cultural events, bringing together people across religions and communities, both in Kerala and among the global Malayali diaspora.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (66/100). Lens Score 33/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (55–78/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
timesnow broke this story on 18 Aug, 11:23 am. Other outlets followed.
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