cultural traditions

Majuli celebrates the traditional 'Boka Holi'In Majuli, Vaishnav devotees celebrated the traditional 'Boka Holi' (Holi played with mud) from early morning, preserving age-old customs and traditions. The Satra town was filled with festive atmosphere.

Assam celebrated Holi with great enthusiasm over two days. People across the state participated in the festivities with immense joy and excitement. From children to the elderly, everyone was swept up in the festive spirit.At Fancy Bazaar, the atmosphere was filled with scenes of celebration...

CRPF personnel celebrated Holi with enthusiasm in Pulwama, marking the festival of colors with music, dance, and camaraderie despite being away from home.March 04, Srinagar: Personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force celebrated Holi with enthusiasm and fervor in the Pulwama district...

President Droupadi Murmu extended her greetings to fellow citizens on the occasion of Holi. In her message, the President stated that Holi is a festival of joy and celebration that conveys the message of social harmony. President Murmu said that the festival spreads love and hope in society and...

New Delhi, March 3 – Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla extended greetings to the people on the eve of Holi, an official said.In his message, Birla said, "Heartfelt greetings to everyone on the joyous festival of Holi, which celebrates colors, enthusiasm, and mutual harmony."He said that the...

Kathmandu, March 2 Holi celebrations began in Nepal, with President Ramchandra Paudel stating that the festival may inspire people to end social anomalies and harmful customs.President Paudel extended greetings as the festival of colors was observed in the hilly districts of the country...

New Delhi, February 28 Rashtra Sevika Samiti general secretary Seetha Gayatri Annadanam on Saturday said that International Women's Day should be channeled in a constructive direction based on Indian cultural values.Asked how the nearly 90-year-old organization views International Women's Day...

In the Kathmandu Valley, the Falgun Holi festival begins on the eighth day of Falgun Shukla Ashtami, according to the Nepali calendar, with the erection of a three-story bamboo structure adorned with colorful flags.On this auspicious occasion, pieces of colorful cloth are hung on the branches...

Mumbai, February 24 – Actor-singer Meiyang Chang celebrated the Chinese New Year of the Fire Horse with his family. In a recent Instagram post, he shared a picture from the celebration.In the picture, he is seen sitting with his family. He wrote in the caption, "When the Chinese New Year of...

Mumbai, February 22 – Shakti Mohan is not only set to dance across international borders, but is also busy building a global cultural movement.The renowned dancer and choreographer has released the latest episode of her passion project, "Dance Across The World," this time exploring the rich...

New Delhi, February 22 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated India's remarkable progress in agriculture and the resurgence of ancient cultural traditions on Sunday, highlighting the nation's growing global presence and deep-rooted heritage.Addressing the 131st episode of his monthly radio...

Colombo, February 21 – The recent visit by Tilvin Silva, General Secretary of the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) party led by Anura Kumara Dissanayake, to India highlighted a subtle blend of opportunity and challenge. Silva noted that India emphasized development and innovation rather than...

New Delhi, February 20 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union ministers extended warm greetings to the people of Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh on the occasion of their Statehood Days, praising the states' cultural richness, natural beauty, and contributions to national progress.In separate...

Herath Maha Shivratri in Kashmir reflects faith, unity, shared traditions, spiritual values, rituals, walnuts, and timeless communal harmony between Kashmiri Pandits and Muslims.February 15, Srinagar: Herath, also known as Herath Maha Shivratri, is the most significant socio-religious festival...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended greetings to the Kashmiri Pandit community on the occasion of Herath Poshte. In a social media post, the Prime Minister said that the festival reflects the rich traditions of the community. He also wished for well-being and prosperity for everyone, and...

New Delhi, February 15 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to the people on the occasion of Herath Poshte, a sacred festival that reflects the rich traditions of the Kashmiri Pandit community.He shared his message on X, stating:“Herath Poshte! This sacred festival reflects the...

New Delhi, February 10 Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated the 'Vasantotsav 2026' Bhajan Clubbing series at Ramjas College on Tuesday, stating that the initiative aims to connect the younger generation with India's cultural roots and spiritual traditions.The 10-day series, to be held...