CHENNAI: In the 7th and 8th centuries, the ancient hymns of Thevaram were recited by priests and filled the temples of Shiva in south India. Today, they are a p ...

He deeply admired and drew inspiration from figures such as Vedanayagam Pillai and Sundarar, one of the 63 Nayanmars. Vallalar’s songs reject caste and creed and encourage universal love.

As the grand festival of Mahashivratri approaches, the Adiyogi Ratham, organised by Thenkailaya Bhakthi Peravai, will traverse Trichy and its surrounding areas from 22 to 24 January. Simultaneously, ...