Holi

March 14, 2025 10:38 AM

UP CM Yogi Adityanath celebrates Holi at Gorakhnath Temple, joins devotees in festivities

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath joined devotees at the Gorakhnath Temple in Gorakhpur to celebrate the festival of Holi. The Chief Minister participated in the singing of traditional phag songs and performed puja and aarti at the site of Holika Dahan within the temple premises, marking the beginning of the vibrant Holi celebrations. Several BJP leaders also took part in the festivities, embracing the spirit of the festival of colors. Across Uttar Pradesh, celebrations were in full...

March 14, 2025 9:36 AM

Holi, a symbol of India’s precious cultural heritage, says President Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu extended her heartfelt greetings to the nation on the auspicious occasion of Holi, describing the festival as a symbol of India's rich cultural heritage. In a post on X, she highlighted Holi as a celebration of unity, love, and harmony, urging the country to come together to spread the colours of progress and prosperity. "Heartiest greetings to all countrymen on the auspicious occasion of Holi, the festival of colours. This festival of joy conveys the message of unity,...

March 14, 2025 8:22 AM

PM Modi extends Holi greetings, hopes festival strengthens unity

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended his greetings on the occasion of Holi, expressing hope that the festival would bring joy, enthusiasm, and harmony into people's lives while strengthening national unity. Taking to X, PM Modi wished citizens a Happy Holi, emphasizing the festival's significance in fostering unity and strengthening social bonds. "I wish you all a very Happy Holi. This festival, filled with joy and happiness, will infuse new enthusiasm and energy in everyone's lif...

March 13, 2025 10:30 PM

Indian community celebrates Holi at Shrinathji Temple in Bur Dubai

Dubai's Indian community celebrated Holi, the festival of colors, at the Shrinathji Temple in Bur Dubai. The historic temple, a cornerstone of Hindu religious life in the UAE, transformed into a scene of joy and devotion as people of all ages gathered to mark the occasion. The Holi festivities commenced with prayers and rituals, invoking blessings for prosperity and harmony. Devotees then took part in the tradition of smearing each other with colorful powders, symbolizing joy, renewal, and the ...

March 13, 2025 12:03 PM

Rajasthan: BSF celebrates Holi on Indo-Pak Border, showers ‘Gulal’ and distributes sweets

Border Security Force (BSF) personnel posted at border outposts celebrated Holi with great enthusiasm on Thursday. To make the experience memorable, senior officers and jawans made special arrangements ahead of the festivities. Amid the festive cheers of "Bharat Mata Ki Jai," officers personally applied colors to the soldiers and shared sweets with them. In a show of camaraderie, the soldiers lifted their officers onto their shoulders, chanting slogans of "Bharat Mata Ki Jai." The BSF personne...

March 11, 2025 11:05 PM

PM Modi spreads Holi cheer in Mauritius, vows to carry festive colours back to India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed the Indian diaspora in Mauritius, reflecting on his previous visit to the island nation a decade ago, which coincided with the Holi festival. With just three days remaining for the festival of colours in India, PM Modi expressed his intention to bring the spirit of Holi back home. "I came to Mauritius 10 years ago on this date. It was a week after Holi, and I brought the joy of 'Phagwa' with me. This time, I will take the colours of Holi with me...

September 16, 2024 4:51 PM

Australian PM, US Ambassador to India, and others extend heartfelt Holi wishes

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, and several others extended their heartfelt Holi wishes to the people of India on Monday. In a cheerful video message, Eric Garcetti expressed his best wishes for a joyful Holi celebration. He mentioned the delightful twist of American flavors in traditional Holi sweets like gujiyas, infused with pistachios and rose water, emphasizing the joy of celebrating Holi together across the Indo-Pacific region. Earlier t...