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    Droupadi Murmu Visits Danghati Temple, Govardhan Parikrama

    Mathura, March 21 President Droupadi Murmu prayed at the Danghati Temple in Govardhan here on Saturday, the third day of her Uttar Pradesh visit, official sources said.The president participated in the aarti of Giriraj Ji Maharaj and performed the Govardhan Parikrama.Danghati temple receiver...
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    President Murmu Honors Braj Region with Prayers and Pilgrimage

    March 21, New Delhi — President Droupadi Murmu’s third day of her three-day visit to the Braj region was marked by devotion and faith.President Murmu arrived in Govardhan, where she offered prayers, followed by the aarti. Strict security arrangements were made for the President’s visit, with a...
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    Death of Mathura Cow Protector Highlights Smuggling Risks

    New Delhi, March 21 – A man, identified as a vigilante targeting cattle, was killed in Mathura district of Uttar Pradesh after allegedly being hit by a vehicle linked to suspected cattle smugglers during a late-night chase, sources said on Saturday.The deceased, identified as Chandrashekhar...
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    Temple Rituals and Prayers in Mathura During Presidential Visit

    Mathura, March 21 President Droupadi Murmu prayed at the Danghati Temple in Govardhan here on Saturday, the third day of her Uttar Pradesh visit, official sources said.The president participated in the aarti of Giriraj Ji Maharaj and performed the Govardhan Parikrama.Danghati temple receiver...
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    President Murmu’s Uttar Pradesh Tour Includes Religious Ceremonies

    Mathura, March 21 – President Droupadi Murmu completed a 21-kilometre circumambulation of Goverdhan Parvat on Saturday, using a golf cart, becoming the first President to visit the sacred town.Goverdhan Parvat holds immense religious significance as it is associated with Lord Krishna. The...
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    Braj Region Welcomes Record Crowds for Holi Festivities; Security Measures in Place

    Mathura (UP), March 3 More than 44 lakh devotees have visited Mathura, Vrindavan, and other sites in the Braj region this year to participate in the famous Holi celebrations associated with the divine love of Radha and Lord Krishna, police said on Tuesday.Additional Superintendent of Police...
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    FIR Filed Against Social Media Accounts for Attempting to Damage Lathmar Holi Reputation

    Mathura (UP), March 1 A case has been registered against nine social media accounts for posting "old videos" allegedly to damage the reputation of Lathmar Holi, an official said on Sunday.The annual festival is celebrated in the twin towns of Barsana and Nandgaon in the Braj region, and lasts...
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    Gokul Celebrates 'Chhadimar' Holi with Traditional Stick Play

    Mathura (UP), March 1 Following the famous Lathmar Holi of Barsana and Nandgaon, festive spirit continued unabated in the Braj region as the traditional 'Chhadimar' Holi was celebrated in Gokul on Sunday.In keeping with ancient tradition, women of Gokul playfully struck male participants...
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    Ancient Rituals and Festive Cheer: Barsana's Lathmar Holi

    Mathura, February 25 Women dressed in traditional attire playfully hit men who were painted with colors with bamboo sticks while they shielded themselves as the town of Barsana, known as the abode of Krishna's consort Radha, celebrated Lathmar Holi on Wednesday.Roofs and streets alike were...
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    Holi in Braj: Security and Traditions in Full Swing

    Mathura, February 25 – Holi celebrations are in full swing in the Braj region – Mathura, Vrindavan, Barsana, Nandgaon, Gokul, Mahavan, and Baldev – even before the festival formally begins elsewhere in the country.Devotees from across India and abroad are celebrating the love of Radha and...
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    Braj Region Marks Start of Holi Festival with Grand Celebrations

    Lucknow/Mathura (UP), February 24 The Holi festival in the Braj region commenced with great grandeur, divinity, and enthusiasm on Tuesday with the 'Rangotsav 2026' celebrations in Barsana, according to a statement by the Uttar Pradesh government.Held at the spacious grounds of Shri Radha...
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    Holi in Braj: Security Measures in Place for Festive Crowds

    Mathura (Uttar Pradesh), February 24 – Thousands of devotees and tourists from across India and abroad have begun arriving in the Braj region to witness the world-famous Holi celebrations in Barsana, Vrindavan, and Mathura, as the traditional festivities formally commenced with ritual ceremonies...
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    Religious Concerns Ahead of Holi: Calls for Restrictions on Muslim Vendors

    Mathura, February 17 – Religious and political tensions have escalated in Uttar Pradesh ahead of the Holi festival, with Dinesh Sharma, also known as Falahari Maharaj, the main petitioner in the Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi and Shahi Eidgah Mosque dispute case, writing a letter to Chief Minister...
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    Administration Reviews Arrangements for Braj Holi Festivities

    Mathura (UP), February 12 Preparations are in full swing for the world-famous 'Lathmar Holi' in Barsana here, with District Magistrate Chandra Prakash Singh reviewing the arrangements and directing officials to complete all pending works on Thursday.According to the centuries-old tradition...
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