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New Delhi, March 3 – Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta extended greetings to city residents on the auspicious festival of Holi, describing it as a symbol of harmony, love, and unity.In her message, the Chief Minister said that Holi is not merely a festival of colours, but a celebration of our...

Pune, March 3 At least four people were injured after an iron structure of a temporary stage erected for a Holi event collapsed in the Mundhwa area of Pune city on Tuesday, police said.According to police, the incident occurred while the Holi celebration was in progress at the 'Royal Palms'...

New Delhi, March 3 – President Droupadi Murmu greeted fellow citizens on the eve of Holi, stating that the festival symbolizes unity in diversity.In a message, the President said, "On this joyous occasion of Holi, I extend my heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all Indians, both in India...

New Delhi, March 3 – Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta led Holi celebrations on the Assembly premises on Tuesday, stating that it is not just a festival of colours, but a celebration of India's civilisational strength."Holi is not just a festival of colours; it is a celebration of India's...

Chandigarh, March 3 Punjab Governor and Administrator of the Union Territory of Chandigarh, Gulab Chand Kataria, extended warm greetings to the people of the state on the occasion of Holi on Tuesday.In his message, the Governor said, "The festival of Holi marks the arrival of spring and...

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

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...

New Delhi, March 3 President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday extended greetings to citizens on the eve of Holi and said the festival strengthens the spirit of social cohesion.Holi is a festival of joy and celebration that conveys the message of social harmony, she said in a message."The festival...

Chandigarh, March 3 Haryana Governor Ashim Kumar Ghosh extended warm greetings and best wishes to the people of the state and the nation on the joyous occasion of Holi.In his message, Governor Ghosh said that Holi, the festival of colors, symbolizes happiness, harmony, renewal of...

Bhopal/Indore, March 3 With Holi being celebrated on Wednesday across Madhya Pradesh, security has been intensified, especially in major cities – Bhopal, Indore, Gwalior, Jabalpur, and others, officials said on Tuesday.Although Holi will be celebrated on Wednesday, a significantly strengthened...

Union Home Minister Amit Shah extended his greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Attukal Pongala today. In a social media post, Mr. Shah wished that the blessings of Attukal Amma would shower upon everyone, fill every life with prosperity, and fulfill all cherished wishes.

Panaji, March 3 Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant celebrated Holi with his supporters in his hometown of Sankhalim, where they applied colour on him.After playing Holi with his wife, Sulakshana, and other family members, Sawant travelled to the Ravindra Bhavan Complex, where he was warmly...

Mumbai, March 3: Bollywood celebrities have used their social media accounts to extend warm wishes on the occasion of Holi, which falls on March 3.From Suniel Shetty and Akshay Kumar to Sonali Bendre and Rajpal Yadav, many celebrities shared vibrant posts and heartfelt messages with their fans...

Ranchi/Jamshedpur, March 3 Elaborate security arrangements, including the additional deployment of police personnel and the mobilization of patrolling teams, have been made across Jharkhand ahead of the Holi festival, officers said on Tuesday.The state police headquarters issued directives to...

New Delhi, March 3 – Former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar and several current and former members of the cricket fraternity extended heartfelt greetings to fans on the occasion of Holi on Tuesday, sharing a cheerful message on social media."Happy Holi! I hope this day brings positivity...

Kolkata, March 3 – The Kolkata Police have implemented elaborate security arrangements across the city for the twin festivals of Dol Yatra and Holi, which will be celebrated on Tuesday and Wednesday.According to police, as many as 398 police pickets will be deployed across Kolkata on the day...

Guwahati, March 3 Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya and Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma greeted the people of the state on the occasion of Holi.Acharya described Holi as a vibrant celebration that reflects India's rich cultural ethos and the enduring spirit of unity in diversity.He...

Guwahati, March 3 – On Tuesday, Assam celebrated Dol Jatra, one of the state's most vibrant Vaishnavite festivals, with vibrant colors, music, and deep religious fervor. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma extended greetings on the occasion, emphasizing its profound cultural significance.In a...

Hyderabad/Amaravati, March 3: The Governors and Chief Ministers of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh have extended greetings to the people on the occasion of Holi, which is being celebrated in both Telugu-speaking states on Tuesday.Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma conveyed greetings and good...

Gorakhpur (UP), March 2 Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Monday that while the world is witnessing unrest, instability, and conflict, India remains stable and is progressing under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.Addressing a gathering at the 'Bhakt Prahlad...