Kolkata, March 3 Amid the ongoing political tensions between the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) as the assembly elections in West Bengal approach, a scene of camaraderie was witnessed in Siliguri, where Mayor Gautam Deb of the TMC and MLA Sankar...
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March 03, Mumbai – Mumbaikars are celebrating the festival of colors today, with music, dance, and food being enjoyed throughout the day at various locations.Piles of vibrant gulal are scattered across the counters, while rows of colorful pichkaris hang from storefronts, adding to the festive...
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...
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Lucknow, March 2 – As the festival of colors approaches, the vibrant atmosphere of Holi has taken over Lucknow's bustling bullion market, where silver and gold-plated "pichkaris" (water guns) and intricately crafted silver buckets are attracting eager buyers. These ornate items, blending...
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Kolkata, February 28 A group of environmental activists raised concerns on Saturday about the potential for toxic color pollution of Rabindra Sarovar, a 73-acre lake in South Kolkata, during the two-day Holi celebrations next week.The 'Save Rabindra Sarobar Forum' brought this issue to the...
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Nagpur, February 27 – As the festival of colors approaches, markets across the country are witnessing increased activity, with people flocking to buy colors.The markets are already brimming with festive and vibrant colors, rangolis, and other items. Eco-friendly gulals (colors) are...
New Delhi, February 27 What was once a quiet corner at 5 Firoz Shah Road erupted in celebration as news spread on Friday that the excise case against former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal had been dismissed.Ladoos and gujiya were being distributed to visitors as Aam Aadmi Party workers...
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New Delhi, February 27 – As Rangbhari Ekadashi marks the beginning of the Holi festivities, the spiritual towns of Ayodhya, Sambhal, and Vrindavan have been filled with vibrant celebrations, blending devotion with color and joy.In Ayodhya, Holi processions have begun emerging from the...
February 26, Kathmandu – The Falgun Holi festival in the Kathmandu Valley begins with the erection of a three-story bamboo structure adorned with colorful flags on the eighth day of Falgun Shukla Ashtami according to the Nepali calendar.On this auspicious occasion, pieces of colorful cloth are...
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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...
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Bhagalpur, February 23 – Aromatic gulal (colored powder) is being prepared in Bhagalpur, Bihar, for the upcoming Holi festival, and women associated with self-help groups (SHGs) are leading this unique initiative.Priya Soni, Director of the self-help group and entrepreneurship organization...
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Prayagraj, February 23 – As the Holi festival approaches, excitement is already spreading across the country. Among all the vibrant celebrations, the spirit of Holi is perhaps the most eagerly awaited.Although the festival is still a few days away, preparations are in full swing, especially in...
New Delhi, February 22 – The Secretary General of the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), Praveen Khandelwal, stated on Sunday that the upcoming Holi festival is expected to generate business exceeding ₹80,000 crore across India this year, representing a growth of nearly 25% compared to...
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Rajsamand (Rajasthan), February 22 – A seven-day Rajsakhi Fair, showcasing products made by women's self-help groups under the Rajasthan Grameen Aajeevika Vikas Parishad (Rajeevika/RGAVP), was inaugurated in the state's Rajsamand district on Sunday. Locally sourced herbal colours (gulal) made...