Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Union Home Minister Amit Shah took part in the Holi celebrations in Ahmedabad on March 25. Notably, Holi is a celebration of liveliness, joy, familial ties and close bonds. Holi festival marks the beginning of spring after a long winter season. “I want to extend my greetings to all citizens of the country on Holi. Holi festival has been celebrated here for many years. In a way, Holi is the symbol of the triumph of truth over lies…This is a festival of equality too. When everyone gets covered in colours, neither their clothes nor faces are clear and neither the forward nor the backward are seen. Today, the entire country is celebrating Holi. My greetings to all citizens of the country…For Lord Ram devotees across the world, this is a special Holi…. Today Raghuvir is playing Holi in Awadh. It is a matter of great joy for us…,” said Amit Shah
26 March,2024 09:36 AM IST
On the eve of Holi celebrations, ‘Holika Dahan’ was celebrated across the nation. From Kolkata to Rajkot, people celebrated this auspicious occasion with great enthusiasm. Devotees performed ‘puja’ during ‘Holika Dahan’ in Kolkata. A fair was organised in Gujarat’s Rajkot district on ‘Holika Dahan’. People adorned each other with colourful ‘gulal’ in Ayodhya on the eve of Holi. Bhubaneswar witnessed a great Holi fervour as youth drenched themselves by splashing colours on each other. Notably, Holika Dahan is a ritual that symbolises the victory of good over evil which involves lighting bonfires, signifying the burning of the demon Holika. Holi also known as the "Festival of Colours," is a vibrant festival celebrated with enthusiasm across India. Amidst the revelry, traditional sweets are shared, fostering a sense of community and togetherness.
25 March,2024 11:20 AM IST
Holi 2024 is just a few days away and we all are going to be a part of Holi celebrations in the new age way. In the times of Holi techno parties and Whatsapp Holi wishes, Holi celebrations have come a long way from what they used to be. While the essence of Holi as a joyous celebration of spring, love, and the triumph of good over evil remains unchanged, its expression and observance have adapted to contemporary contexts and influences and the contrast can be seen not only on How we play Holi now but also the way we enjoy the traditional Holi food and connect with our loved ones on Holi. This video gives a fun sneak peek into how Holi celebrations have changed over the years.
23 March,2024 05:13 PM IST
Holi 2024 is here and this made us explore one of the biggest Holi markets in Mumbai. Step into the vibrant world of Holi celebrations with us as we delve into the heart of the biggest Holi market at Masjid Bunder that boasts of unique Pichkaris and Holi colours at dearth cheap prices. Not only this. Join us on a colourful journey filled with the aroma of freshly made gujiyas and the refreshing taste of traditional Thandai - one of the best in Mumbai. From vibrant powders to decorative water guns, and juicy Gujiyas to refreshing Thandai, here is how you can shop the best in Mumbai for Holi. For unique and best Holi shopping in Mumbai, watch the video to know more.
22 March,2024 08:12 PM IST
Holi 2024 is here - the most fun-filled festival that fills our lives with varied colours of friendship, family bonding and love. This festival of colors, is a vibrant and joyous occasion celebrated by millions around the world. If you're looking to make your Holi celebration unforgettable and still wondering How to celebrate Holi creatively, we've got some exciting ideas for you! From themed Holi party ideas to food festival ideas, here are unique Holi celebration ideas. With these creative ideas, your Holi celebration is bound to be a memorable and joyous occasion for everyone involved. Watch this video to know more about creative ideas for Holi celebration.
21 March,2024 08:17 PM IST
Keeping traditional fervour and essence of festival alive, people in large numbers participated in Lathmar Holi in Mathura on March 19. Foreign visitors also participated in the celebration and were highly impressed by Indian Culture. Mathura holds a long history and significance of the festival of Holi. According to Hindu mythology, Lord Krishna visited his beloved Radha's town Barsana from Nandgaon in Mathura to celebrate the festival with her. Women run after men with 'lathis' or sticks and playfully hit them during this celebration. The men, on the other hand, come prepared with a 'dhal' or shield.
20 March,2024 11:42 AM IST
India celebrated the festival of colors with a lot of fervor. People from all walks of life celebrated the festival with ‘gulal’, flowers and danced to tunes of dhol. BSF Jawaans were also seen celebrating holi in full glow. Watch the video
08 March,2023 08:03 PM IST | Mumbai
The festival of colours is celebrated across the country on March 7, 8. The bollywood fraternity celebrated holi with media and their loved ones. Take a look at how Neha Dhupia, Angad Bedi, Soha Ali Khan, Farhan Akhtar, Shibhani Dandekar, Ayan Mukherjee celebrated holi in Mumbai.
08 March,2023 05:45 PM IST
After two years of lull, Mumbaikars are all set for a grand Holi celebrations amid declining covid-19 cases and relaxed Covid norms. This is the first time since March 2020 that the outbreak is under control during this time of the year and everyone missed celebrating the festival of colours. However, vendors selling Holi colours, water guns and other products have shown disappointment over low customer turnout in comparison to pre-pandemic levels.
17 March,2022 11:11 PM IST | Mumbai
Despite the BMC imposing a complete ban on Holi celebrations in the city and the civic chief warning of action against those found violating orders, many were seen celebrating the festival of colours inside their housing society premises. Many also gathered at various places, performed puja and did traditional song and dance a day before Rangpanchami. Watch this video for more.
04 April,2021 12:00 AM IST | MumbaiADVERTISEMENT
