How Holi is celebrated in different states of India
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How Holi is celebrated in different states of India

India Today  

Holi is also called the ‘Festival of Colors’ or the ‘Festival of Love’. The vivid hues of colored powders and water used in Holi are supposed to stand for the celebration of the victory of good over evil as well as joy, love, and human solidarity. LATHMAR HOLI IN UTTAR PRADESH Holi is widely celebrated throughout the northern region of India, particularly in the states of Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Delhi. MEDURU HOLI IN ANDHRA PRADESH Holi is observed as ‘Meduru Holi’ in Andhra Pradesh, a state in the south. RANG PANCHAMI IN MAHARASHTRA Holi is observed as ‘Rang Panchami’ in Maharashtra, a state in western India.

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Holi 2025: India Celebrates Festival of Colors with Joy, Unity, and Tradition Across Cities
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Holi 2025: India Celebrates Festival of Colors with Joy, Unity, and Tradition Across Cities

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Holi, the vibrant festival of colors, is being celebrated with immense enthusiasm across India in 2025. This year, Holi will be observed on March 14, 2025, and the celebrations are expected to be bigger than ever, with people from all walks of life coming together to enjoy the spirit of unity and love.The festival spans two days. On the second …

Millions of people celebrate Holi, the Hindu festival of colors
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Millions of people celebrate Holi, the Hindu festival of colors

Associated Press  

NEW DELHI — Millions of people in South Asia celebrated Holi, the Hindu festival of colors, on Friday by smearing each other with brightly colored powder, dancing to festive music and feasting on traditional sweets prepared for the occasion. Devotees cheer as colored powder and water is sprayed on them during celebrations of Holi, the Hindu festival of colors, at …

Watch: UP CM Adityanath Celebrates Holi, Participates In Traditional ‘Phag Songs’
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Watch: UP CM Adityanath Celebrates Holi, Participates In Traditional ‘Phag Songs’

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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday joined devotees at the Gorakhnath Temple in UP’s Gorakhpur and celebrated the festival of Holi. #WATCH | Gorakhpur: UP CM Yogi Adityanath offers prayers to Lord Narasimha on the occasion of Holi pic.twitter.com/GPTlyOtFRq — ANI March 14, 2025 In a similar spirit, several other leaders of the BJP enthusiastically celebrated the Holi …

Holi at Santiniketan
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Holi at Santiniketan

The Hindu  

Look at the crowds, Amma! A traditional ice-breaker,” said Taran, running around playing Holi with everyone. What better way to celebrate nature than through the festival of Holi,” said Appa. “I think Holi is my favourite festival!” declared Taran. “Didn’t you say Christmas is your favourite festival?” teased Appa.

Happy Holi 2025 HIGHLIGHTS: Glimpse Into Bollywood's Vibrant Holi Celebrations
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Happy Holi 2025 HIGHLIGHTS: Glimpse Into Bollywood's Vibrant Holi Celebrations

ABP News  

Happy Holi 2025 HIGHLIGHTS: Hello and welcome to this space where we are going to provide you all the updates regarding Holi celebrations throughout the country. When Is Holi In 2025 Rangwali Holi will be celebrated on Friday, March 14, 2025. Holi Celebrations in Various Regions: Holi is celebrated to mark the arrival of the spring season. Additionally, Holi is …

Holi celebrations and Friday namaz held amid tight security across India
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Holi celebrations and Friday namaz held amid tight security across India

New Indian Express  

In Delhi, more than 25,000 security personnel were deployed. Traffic and city police personnel set up joint pickets and special teams were deployed at major intersections to check drunk driving and traffic violations. In Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal, which has been tense since riots broke out on November 24 following a survey of the Mughal-era Shahi Jama Masjid, the celebrations passed …

From firewalking to gunfire: 5 unique Holi traditions in Indian villages
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From firewalking to gunfire: 5 unique Holi traditions in Indian villages

India Today  

Holi is all about colours, laughter, and community bonding. WOMEN-ONLY HOLI IN NAGAR, RAJASTHAN In Rajasthan’s Nagar village, Holi is strictly a women’s festival. GUNFIRE AND SWORDS IN MENAR, RAJASTHAN Menar, a village near Udaipur, marks Holi with gunfire, fireworks, and swordplay instead of colours. On Jamra Beej, the day after Holi, men perform the ‘Gair’ dance, wielding swords and …

Breaking News: Uttar Pradesh Celebrates Holi with Vibrant Festivities Amidst Tight Security and Political Debate
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Breaking News: Uttar Pradesh Celebrates Holi with Vibrant Festivities Amidst Tight Security and Political Debate

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As the entire nation immerses itself in the joyous celebrations of Holi, various cities across Uttar Pradesh are already experiencing the vibrant spirit of the festival. The administration has also covered ten mosques on the Holi procession route with tarpaulins to prevent any untoward incidents. The colorful celebrations extend across six cities in UP, including Ayodhya, Vrindavan, Lucknow, Varanasi, and …

‘Widows Holi’ celebrated in Vrindavan with colours and joy
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‘Widows Holi’ celebrated in Vrindavan with colours and joy

The Hindu  

'Widows' Holi' - a distinctive cultural celebration held in Vrindavan has become a symbol of transformative change and stands as a vibrant testament to inclusion and compassion. Celebrations also kicked off with Laddu Mar Holi at the Shri Ladliji Maharaj temple in Barsana, where devotees threw sweets at each other in a joyous ritual. This year, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister …

Holi 2025: Festive fervour begins across country with colours, music and joy | See Pics
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Holi 2025: Festive fervour begins across country with colours, music and joy | See Pics

India TV News  

Holi 2025: Festive fervour begins across country with colours, music and joy | See Pics Holi 2025: In several states, celebrations will begin with the Holika Dahan, a ritual bonfire that symbolises the victory of devotion and righteousness. In Mathura and Vrindavan, famous for their grand Holi celebrations, devotees began the traditional rituals, including the famous Lathmar Holi. The festive …

Choti Holi 2025: 50+ wishes, messages, quotes to share on WhatsApp, Facebook with your loved ones
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Choti Holi 2025: 50+ wishes, messages, quotes to share on WhatsApp, Facebook with your loved ones

Live Mint  

Choti Holi 2025: Holika Dahan, or Choti Holi, is celebrated across India on March 13. Best Choti Holi 2025 Wishes May the bonfire of Choti Holi burn away all negativity and bring in positivity. May the bonfire of Choti Holi burn away all negativity and bring in positivity. This Choti Holi, may you be blessed with the shades of joy, …

Holi 2025: Why do we celebrate Holi? Check out history, significance, celebration and more about the Festival of Colours
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Holi 2025: Why do we celebrate Holi? Check out history, significance, celebration and more about the Festival of Colours

Hindustan Times  

Holi 2025: Holi, also known as the "Festival of Colours," is one of the most significant Hindu festivals, celebrated with joy and enthusiasm in India and beyond. Know history Holi is a vibrant festival that celebrates the triumph of good over evil and the divine love between Lord Krishna and Radha. Holi, a significant Hindu festival, celebrates the victory of …

Holi 2025 date: March 13, 14, or 15? When to celebrate the festival of colours – Check confirmed dates
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Holi 2025 date: March 13, 14, or 15? When to celebrate the festival of colours – Check confirmed dates

Live Mint  

Holi 2025 date in India: With Holi 2025 just around the corner, there has been confusion over this year's exact date of the festival of colours. Here’s everything you need to know about the Holi 2025 date, including the official date, muhurat timings and its significance: When is Rangwali Holi 2025? According to Drik Panchang, Holika Dahan or the Choti …

Phool to Lathmar: 5 special Holi celebrations that make Mathura and Vrindavan a must-visit
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Phool to Lathmar: 5 special Holi celebrations that make Mathura and Vrindavan a must-visit

India TV News  

Phool to Lathmar: 5 special Holi celebrations that make Mathura and Vrindavan a must-visit Experience the vibrant Holi celebrations of Mathura and Vrindavan! However, the celebration of Holi in Mathura and Vrindavan, two cities steeped in the rich traditions of Lord Krishna, takes the festivities to a whole new level. These towns, located in Uttar Pradesh, are believed to be …

Holi long weekend: Where is India headed?
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Holi long weekend: Where is India headed?

India Today  

This year, Holi brings an exciting surprise for travel enthusiasts a long weekend. While many are drawn to destinations known for grand Holi celebrations, like Vrindavan and Pushkar, others are seeking relaxing getaways in places such as Puducherry and Lonavala. Online travel booking platform Booking.com, meanwhile, has shared a list of the most searched domestic destinations by Indian travellers planning …

Holi 2025: Unique festive traditions across India you can't miss
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Holi 2025: Unique festive traditions across India you can't miss

India Today  

Holi, also known as the Festival of Colours, is a cheerful festival that signifies the victory of spring as well as the triumph of good over evil. NORTH INDIA: COLOURFUL FESTIVITIES Particularly in the northern regions of India, including Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Delhi, Holi is a vibrant festival and spans over two days. WESTERN INDIA: SPECIFICS CUSTOMS In Maharashtra, …

When is Banke Bihari Holi 2025 in Vrindavan: Date, celebrations and what to expect
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When is Banke Bihari Holi 2025 in Vrindavan: Date, celebrations and what to expect

India Today  

Holi at Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan is a unique and enchanting experience, blending spirituality with vibrant celebrations. Overall, Banke Bihari Holi in Vrindavan offers a unique blend of spirituality, culture, and vibrant celebrations, making it a must-visit destination for those seeking an authentic Holi experience. DATE AND CELEBRATIONS Phoolon ki holi: This celebration, also known as Flower Holi, will …

Barsana Lathmaar Holi: Nandgaon’s Youngest Participant Faces Playful Stick Blows from Gopis
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Barsana Lathmaar Holi: Nandgaon’s Youngest Participant Faces Playful Stick Blows from Gopis

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As the festival of colors approaches, Barsana’s famous Lathmaar Holi is once again captivating devotees and tourists alike. In a heartwarming moment, a young boy from Nandgaon became the center of attention as the Gopis playfully struck him with sticks, a symbolic tradition of this unique Holi celebration.Barsana, known for its vibrant and historic Holi festivities, witnessed thousands gathering to …

Uttar Pradesh: Hindus to play Holi till 2:30 pm on Mar 14 in Sambhal, Muslims to offer Jumma namaz thereafter
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Uttar Pradesh: Hindus to play Holi till 2:30 pm on Mar 14 in Sambhal, Muslims to offer Jumma namaz thereafter

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Uttar Pradesh: Hindus to play Holi till 2:30 pm on Mar 14 in Sambhal, Muslims to offer Jumma namaz thereafter Uttar Pradesh: Holi, a Hindu festival is celebrated on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Phalguna. Uttar Pradesh: Hindus would play Holi till 2.30 pm on March 14 while Muslims would offer Jumma namaz after 2.30 pm …

Holi 2025 celebrations on March 14 or 15?
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Holi 2025 celebrations on March 14 or 15?

India Today  

Holi, the festival of colors, is one of the most vibrant and joyous celebrations in India and across the world. According to the Hindu calendar, Holika Dahan will take place on March 13, 2025, while the colour festivities of Rangwali Holi will be celebrated on March 14, 2025. SIGNIFICANCE OF HOLIKA DAHAN Holika Dahan, also known as Chhoti Holi, is …

Holi 2025: Top Places In India To Celebrate This Festival Of Colours
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Holi 2025: Top Places In India To Celebrate This Festival Of Colours

ABP News  

Holi 2025: Holi is the festival of colours, which is one of the most vibrant and joyous celebrations in India, symbolising the victory of good over evil and the arrival of spring. Mathura and Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh: Mathura and Vrindavan are famous for being the birthplace of Lord Krishna; these places offer the most traditional and vibrant Holi celebrations. Barsana, …

Holi 2025 Date: Know When Will Rangwali Holi Be Celebrated And When Is Holika Dahan
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Holi 2025 Date: Know When Will Rangwali Holi Be Celebrated And When Is Holika Dahan

ABP News  

Holi 2025 Date: The festival of Holika Dahan is celebrated on the full moon day of Phalguna. The day after Holika Dahan is known as Rangwali Holi, which is celebrated with dry gulal and coloured water. While Holika Dahan symbolises the victory of good over evil, Rangwali Holi represents the love of Lord Krishna and Radha. When Is Holi In …

Odisha: People celebrate Holi with enthusiasm
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Odisha: People celebrate Holi with enthusiasm

Deccan Chronicle  

Bhubaneswar, Mar 26 Holi, the festival of colours, was celebrated across Odisha with enthusiasm on Tuesday. Governor Raghubar Das, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik and Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan were among the leaders who greeted the people of the state on the occasion. BJD leaders such as Sanjay Das Burma, Bhubaneswar Mayor Sulochana Das and Pranab Kumar Balabantaray celebrated Holi at …

India celebrates Holi, the Hindu festival of colours marking the return of spring
1 year ago

India celebrates Holi, the Hindu festival of colours marking the return of spring

ABC  

In short: Holi is the Hindu festival of colours, marking the arrival of spring in India and other South Asian countries. Holi is the Hindu festival of colours, marking the arrival of spring in India and other South Asian countries. Widely known as the Hindu festival of colours, Holi marks the arrival of spring in India, Nepal and other South …

Holi 2024 in pictures | Colourful celebrations underway across the nation
1 year ago

Holi 2024 in pictures | Colourful celebrations underway across the nation

The Hindu  

On March 25, people stepped out of their homes to paint the streets in vibrant colours as they celebrated the festival Holi across India. People play with colour during Holi festival celebrations at a temple, in Sarangpur, Gujarat, Monday, March 25, 2024. Hindu saints pour flowers on another as they celebrate Holi festival at the Lord Jagannath temple in Ahmedabad, …

Holi 2024 Highlights: Kiara Advani celebrates Holi with 'homie' Sidharth Malhotra; Shweta and Navya cuddle in cute pic
1 year ago

Holi 2024 Highlights: Kiara Advani celebrates Holi with 'homie' Sidharth Malhotra; Shweta and Navya cuddle in cute pic

Hindustan Times  

By,,, New Delhi Holi 2024 Highlights: Holi, the Festival of Colours, is today, March 25. Holi 2024 Highlights: Holi falls on March 25, 2024. Holi 2024 Highlights: Kiara Advani-Sidharth Malhotra, Shweta Bachchan-Navya Nanda, and others; how celebs are celebrating Holi. Happy Holi 2024 Highlights: The auspicious festival of Holi is here.

Photos: India celebrates Holi, the festival of colours
1 year ago

Photos: India celebrates Holi, the festival of colours

Al Jazeera  

Millions of Indians celebrated Holi, the Hindu festival of colours, smearing each other with red, green, blue and pink powders, dancing, and sharing food and drink with family and friends. Across the country, people – some dressed in all white – celebrated by dousing one another in coloured powders while others flung water balloons filled with coloured pigment from balconies. …

Holi, celebration of good over evil
1 year ago

Holi, celebration of good over evil

The Hindu  

The festival of Holi is significant as it heralds the onset of spring and the end of a bleak winter. Celebrated on the last full moon day of the Hindu Luni solar calendar, the date varies with the lunar cycle. The night before Holi bonfires are lit in a ceremony known as Holika Dahan, also called choti Holi. People congregate …

What is Holi, the Hindu festival of colours, and why does India among other South Asian nations celebrate it?
1 year ago

What is Holi, the Hindu festival of colours, and why does India among other South Asian nations celebrate it?

India TV News  

What is Holi, the Hindu festival of colours, and why does India among other South Asian nations celebrate it? New Delhi: Holi, widely known as the Hindu festival of colours, is a joyful annual celebration at the advent of spring with cultural and religious significance. Students celebrate the festival of Holi with colours, in Bhopal, Saturday Uttarakhand Minister Ganesh Joshi …

When is Choti Holi 2024? Know date, time, story and significance behind Holika Dahan
1 year ago

When is Choti Holi 2024? Know date, time, story and significance behind Holika Dahan

India TV News  

Choti Holi, also known as Holika Dahan or the eve of Holi, holds immense cultural and religious significance in India and among Hindu communities worldwide. Choti Holi 2024: Date and Time Choti Holi takes place on the evening preceding the full moon in the Hindu month of Phalguna. Choti Holi 2024: Story behind Holkai Dahan The origins of Holika Dahan …

5 diverse and unique Holi celebrations across India
1 year ago

5 diverse and unique Holi celebrations across India

India TV News  

Image Source : Wikipedia 1/6 5 diverse and unique Holi celebrations across India Image Source : Google 2/6 Lathmar Holi in Barsana: In Barsana, near Mathura, Lathmar Holi is a unique tradition where women playfully chase men with sticks while the men defend themselves with shields and try to drench the women in coloured water. Image Source : Google 3/6 …

What is Holi, the Hindu festival of colors and how is it celebrated?
1 year ago

What is Holi, the Hindu festival of colors and how is it celebrated?

Associated Press  

Holi, widely known as the Hindu festival of colors, is a joyful annual celebration at the advent of spring with cultural and religious significance. FILE - Teachers apply colored powder on another as they celebrate Holi, the Hindu festival of colours, at a school in Ahmedabad, India, Thursday, March 17, 2022. FILE - A woman dances as she participates in …

What is Holi, the Hindu festival of colors and how is it celebrated?
1 year ago

What is Holi, the Hindu festival of colors and how is it celebrated?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Holi, widely known as the …

Holi 2024: Why do we celebrate Holi? Know history and significance of the festival of colours
1 year ago

Holi 2024: Why do we celebrate Holi? Know history and significance of the festival of colours

Hindustan Times  

Holi, the festival of colours, is just around the corner and we can't wait to celebrate this vibrant festival with family and friends. According to Drik Panchang, the auspicious timings are as follows: Purnima Tithi Begins - 09:54 AM on March 24, 2024 Purnima Tithi Ends - 12:29 PM on March 25, 2024 Holi 2024 History and Significance Holi is …

Holi 2024: ‘From phoolwali to gulaal..,’ Know spectrum of ‘Braj Ki Holi’ here
1 year ago

Holi 2024: ‘From phoolwali to gulaal..,’ Know spectrum of ‘Braj Ki Holi’ here

Live Mint  

Braj Ki Holi 2024: Holi also commemorates various mythological events, including the burning of Holika, representing the victory of Prahlad's devotion to Lord Vishnu over the demonic forces of his father, Hiranyakashipu. In regions like Vrindavan and Mathura, Holi holds particular significance as it celebrates the divine love between Lord Krishna and Radha. Here are the different forms of Holi …

Holi 2024: 5 must-visit destinations in India to celebrate the festival of colours
1 year ago

Holi 2024: 5 must-visit destinations in India to celebrate the festival of colours

India TV News  

As Holi, the vibrant festival of colours, approaches, India gears up for one of its most joyous celebrations. Whether you prefer the traditional charm of Mathura and Vrindavan or the regal celebrations of Jaipur, Holi in India promises to be an unforgettable celebration of colour, joy, and cultural richness. Mathura and Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh Known as the birthplace of Lord …

Barsana's Laddu Mar Holi 2024: Date, history and significance of this pre-Holi tradition in Braj
1 year ago

Barsana's Laddu Mar Holi 2024: Date, history and significance of this pre-Holi tradition in Braj

Hindustan Times  

Barsana's Laddu Mar Holi 2024: It's that time of the year when all roads lead to the popular Holi destinations of Uttar Pradesh - Mathura, Vrindavan and Barsana for the much-awaited Braj Ki Holi. Braj Ki Holi is being celebrated from March 17 to March 26 this year, How Laddu Mar Holi is celebrated Braj Ki Holi is being celebrated …

Is Holi on March 24 or March 25? Know correct date, timing, history, significance and all about the Festival of Colours
1 year, 1 month ago

Is Holi on March 24 or March 25? Know correct date, timing, history, significance and all about the Festival of Colours

Hindustan Times  

Holi 2024: Holi is one of the most popular Hindu festivals celebrated with much enthusiasm and fanfare across the country. As everyone looks forward to celebrating Holi in 2024, read on to find out whether the festival will be celebrated on March 24 or March 25 this year apart from the time, customs and significance of the festival in India. …

India celebrates Holi, the festival of colours
2 years ago

India celebrates Holi, the festival of colours

ABC  

Wednesday marks the start of Holi, the festival of colours, a Hindu celebration where partygoers throw brightly coloured powders and water balloons at each other. After two years of celebrations subdued by the COVID-19 pandemic, Holi celebrations in India are back in full force as revellers hit the streets to join in on the festivities. A man applies coloured powder …

Five facts about Holi, the festival of colours
2 years ago

Five facts about Holi, the festival of colours

Hindustan Times  

How do Indians celebrate Holi? Traditional Holi food Every Holi festivity in India is associated with the special food that is prepared to celebrate the event. Other traditional Holi dishes include "malpua" — fried sweet pancakes; stuffed breads, called "kachoris" — and the ubiquitous "laddoos," dessert balls made of coconut, wheat or chickpea flour. "Holi Hai," Hindi for "it's Holi," …

Holi 2023: India Rebounds From Pandemic As People Celebrate Festival Of Colours With Fervour
2 years ago

Holi 2023: India Rebounds From Pandemic As People Celebrate Festival Of Colours With Fervour

ABP News  

Holi 2023: The time of year has come when red becomes green, blue mixes with yellow, white meets pink and people separated by borders, are united by colours. #WATCH | Border Security Force personnel celebrate Holi near the International Border in the RS Pura sector of Jammu pic.twitter.com/afJzTxRygV — ANI March 7, 2023 Here are people playing colours with their …

Holi 2023 Highlights: Debina Bonnerjee Celebrates 'Happy Wala Holi' With Her Newborn
2 years ago

Holi 2023 Highlights: Debina Bonnerjee Celebrates 'Happy Wala Holi' With Her Newborn

ABP News  

New Delhi: It's time for Holi- the most colourful festival in India, and preparations are going on in full swing. Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra, who recently tied-the-knot in Jaisalmer on February 6, wished everyone a Happy Holi by sharing adorable pictures from their Haldi ceremony. Newly wed Shivaleeka Oberoi also shared a selfie featuring her director husband Abhishek Pathak …

Holi kab hai, kab hai Holi? Not just Gabbar is asking this question
2 years ago

Holi kab hai, kab hai Holi? Not just Gabbar is asking this question

India Today  

“Holi kab hai, kab hai Holi?” The line from Sholay has been immortalised by Gabbar Singh. This year the question of ‘Holi kab hai, kab hai Holi’ is being asked by a larger group of people because Maharashtra is observing the festival of colours on March 7, whereas Holi is being celebrated in other parts of the country on March …

Choti Holi 2023: Date, history and significance of Holika Dahan
2 years ago

Choti Holi 2023: Date, history and significance of Holika Dahan

Hindustan Times  

Choti Holi 2023: This traditional Hindu festival, also known as Holika Dahan or choti Holi, is a lively and joyful occasion that brings people together for prayer, socializing, and fun. With bonfires lit to symbolize the victory of good over evil, and the burning of Holika representing the triumph of devotion over wickedness, Choti Holi is a festival full of …

Holi 2023: Date, history, significance; all you need to know
2 years ago

Holi 2023: Date, history, significance; all you need to know

Live Mint  

As the festival of colour is here and preparation for its celebrations is in full swing. Holi is also celebrated as a 'spring festival' in different parts of India. As per the Drik Panchang, the first day of holi also called as Choti Holi will be celebrated on March 7th this year. Holi celebration: Apart from the celebration with colours, …

Holi 2023: Different traditions of celebration across India
2 years ago

Holi 2023: Different traditions of celebration across India

Firstpost  

The auspicious festival of Holi has almost arrived, and its fervour can be sensed in the air already. Holi is celebrated across India every year to mark the triumph of good over evil. Let’s have a look at the different traditions of Holi celebration across India: Phoolon Ki Holi in Vrindavan Unlike other regions, people don’t play Holi in Uttar …

Masan Holi 2023: How 50,000 'Holi Ghosts' Celebrate Lord Shiva at Kashi's Cremation Grounds
2 years ago

Masan Holi 2023: How 50,000 'Holi Ghosts' Celebrate Lord Shiva at Kashi's Cremation Grounds

News 18  

Said to be one of the most sacred cremation grounds, the Harishchandra Ghat in Varanasi was drenched in festivities on Friday after saints, seers and other devotees of Lord Shiva thronged the ghat to take part is one of the most peculiar traditions of playing Holi with the ashes and remains of the pyre. Pawan Chowdhary, one of the organisers …

Holi 2023: When is Holi? Correct date, history, celebrations, shubh muhurat, puja vidhi and all you need to know
2 years ago

Holi 2023: When is Holi? Correct date, history, celebrations, shubh muhurat, puja vidhi and all you need to know

Hindustan Times  

Holi - the festival of colours - is right around the corner. The celebrations last for two days - beginning with Choti Holi or Holika Dahan, followed by Dhulandi or Rangwali Holi. Holi 2023 History and Significance: Holi is a celebration of the divine love between Lord Krishna and Radha and the victory of good over evil. Another legend associated …

Holi 2023: 10 must spots to visit during the 'Festival of Colours'
2 years, 1 month ago

Holi 2023: 10 must spots to visit during the 'Festival of Colours'

India Today  

The much-anticipated festival of the year is yet to arrive: Holi! Mathura, Uttar Pradesh: The biggest reason for the celebration of Holi in Mathura is its influence on the lives of the Krishna followers. Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh: The place marks the playland of Lord Krishna, which is the epicenter of the celebration of Holi in India. Agra, Uttar Pradesh: The …

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