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Hans India
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- Hans India
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Tirupati: Unusualtraditions continue to thrive in the villages of Chittoor district, where people still turn to time-honoured rituals to bring rain. In a recent example, residents of Pathapeta in Baireddipalle mandal came together to perform the annual 'Kappa Devara Panduga' – a community ritual centred around frog worship – in the hope of invoking rainfall. This year, to their surprise and joy, the rains followed soon after the ritual was completed. Held every year during dry spells, the frog worship ritual is an age-old custom that villagers continue with deep faith. The belief is simple: when frogs are paraded and worshipped, rains will follow. This year, after weeks of hot, dry weather, the entire village joined hands once again to carry out the tradition. The day began with the village priest, Ramswamy, leading the ritual. Carrying a stick in one hand and a large frog in the other, he walked through every street, stopping at each doorstep as families performed a puja to the frog using turmeric, flowers, and camphor. Explaining the ritual, Ramswamy said the practice has been followed in the village for generations. 'This is not just a religious act for us but a part of who we are. We believe frogs carry our prayers to the rain goddess, and time and again, the rains have come after we perform the puja,' he said. After the procession, the community collected rice, vegetables, pulses and firewood from each household and gathered at the village tank. There, they sculpted a clay idol of Ganga Amma and offered cooked food to both the goddess and the frog. Once the ritual was complete, the frog was released into the tank, and the villagers sat down for a shared meal under a gradually darkening sky. Soon after the ritual ended, clouds gathered and a steady downpour began, continuing through the night. For the villagers, the timing was no coincidence. 'I was just finishing up the cooking near the tank when the first drops started falling. We had not even returned to our homes properly, and the rain came. That's why we believe in this which never lets us down', said Muniamma, a 65-year-old resident. The ritual also brings a sense of reassurance to farmers, especially in times of uncertainty. Even the younger generation, usually seen as moving away from traditional practices, took part with equal enthusiasm. Rituals like frog worship may seem unusual to outsiders, but across Chittoor district — from Kuppam to Karlagatta — such practices remain a part of local life, especially during long dry spells. And for Pathapeta's villagers, the overnight rainfall was all the confirmation they needed that their tradition still holds power — as strong as ever.
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- Time of India
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Cancer (Jun 22-Jul 22) Follow your curiosity to new experiences. Tomorrow, you may feel pulled toward something unfamiliar yet exciting. Don't hesitate to explore it. Whether it's a new idea, place or person, your heart will guide you well. Your emotional nature becomes stronger when it learns through experience. Be open to saying yes to something small that could lead to something big. Let your gentle spirit explore freely and enjoy the joy of discovery. Lucky Tip for Tomorrow: Keep a silver coin near your window. Leo (Jul 23-Aug 23) Create space for rest and rejuvenation. Tomorrow may bring moments where your energy feels scattered or tired. Instead of pushing through, listen to what your body and mind are asking for. Even a short break or peaceful moment can renew your strength. You give so much to others, but now it's time to give back to yourself. Rest is not a weakness; it is a form of wisdom. Recharge with quiet, and your natural glow will return brighter. Lucky Tip for Tomorrow: Light a lamp near your bedside. Virgo (Aug 24-Sep 23) Believe in the validity of your dreams. Tomorrow, take your goals seriously, no matter how far they seem. You often focus on logic and routine, but now your dreams need your attention too. A small step in the right direction can bring surprising encouragement. Do not wait for perfection. Your vision is enough to begin. Let belief be your foundation and effort your wings. Lucky Tip for Tomorrow: Write your dream on a green paper. Libra (Sep 24-Oct 23) Embrace vulnerability as a path to connection. Tomorrow, you may feel the urge to open up about something you've been holding inside. Let it flow gently. Sharing your feelings can strengthen a bond or bring comfort where distance was growing. People around you appreciate your kindness, and now they will admire your honesty too. You don't have to be perfect—just be real. True connection grows when hearts speak without fear. Lucky Tip for Tomorrow: Offer rose petals to flowing water. Scorpio (Oct 24-Nov 22) Stay focused on the present moment's power. Tomorrow may tempt you to think too far ahead or dwell on past thoughts, but today is where your real strength lies. A task or conversation may bring more meaning than expected if handled with full presence. Your deep energy becomes most powerful when it flows with awareness. Let each moment shape your steps with purpose. Lucky Tip for Tomorrow: Touch water before starting any task. Sagittarius (Nov 23-Dec 21) Open your heart through gratitude. Tomorrow, you may find joy in the small things that often go unnoticed. A simple smile, kind word or peaceful moment will feel more special if you pause to appreciate it. Gratitude will lift your mood and help you connect better with others. If stress tries to take over, remind yourself of how far you've come. When your heart stays thankful, your path becomes lighter and brighter. Let grace flow through your words and actions. Lucky Tip for Tomorrow: Write one blessing after waking up. Capricorn (Dec 22-Jan 21) Face doubts with courage and determination. Tomorrow, you might feel unsure about a task or decision, but your steady mind will guide you through. Trust your inner discipline and do not let fear slow your steps. You have the strength to turn any challenge into growth. Even if progress seems slow, it is still movement. Be kind to yourself and stay focused on your path. Quiet effort will lead to strong results. Lucky Tip for Tomorrow: Touch a tree before starting your day. Aquarius (Jan 22-Feb 19) Your resilience will strengthen with each test. Tomorrow may bring a situation that checks your patience or faith, but remember your ability to rise is already within you. Do not fight the moment—flow through it with trust. You have overcome before, and you will do it again. What feels hard now will soon become your new strength. Stay open to help and keep your heart calm. Your light is brighter after every shadow. Lucky Tip for Tomorrow: Place a white flower near your bed. Pisces (Feb 20-Mar 20) Be authentic in your communications. Tomorrow, someone may need to hear your honest thoughts. Speak with softness but do not hide your truth. Your words carry deep emotion, and when shared with care, they can heal and connect. Avoid saying what others want to hear—say what your heart believes. You will feel lighter and more peaceful when you express yourself clearly. True bonds grow when we speak from the soul. Lucky Tip for Tomorrow: Drink water with tulsi before sunrise. Discover everything about astrology at Times of India , including daily horoscopes for Aries , Taurus , Gemini , Cancer , Leo , Virgo , Libra , Scorpio , Sagittarius , Capricorn , Aquarius , and Pisces . Read your detailed Horoscope Today and Horoscope Tomorrow here.
