Holi celebrations

March 13, 2025 12:54 PM

Lucknow sweet shop enters India Book of Records for largest Gujiya ahead of Holi

Chhappan Bhog, a renowned sweet shop in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, made history by entering the India Book of Records for crafting the world’s largest Gujiya, weighing 6 kg and measuring 25 inches. The massive delicacy, named 'Baahubali Gujiya,' was unveiled ahead of Holi at an event hosted at Phoenix Palassio Mall. Pramil Dwivedi, the official Executor of the India Book of Records, confirmed Chhappan Bhog's entry, stating, "This Gujiya weighs 6 kilograms and is 25 inches long, breaking previous...

March 13, 2025 12:42 PM

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta celebrates holi with special children at Asha Kiran Shelter Home

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta celebrated Holi with the children of Rohini's Asha Kiran Shelter Home on Thursday, spreading festive cheer and extending greetings to the residents. Amid joyous celebrations, CM Gupta applied gulal and interacted with the children. Speaking to reporters, she expressed her delight, stating, "Today, I celebrated Holi with the children of Asha Kiran, and it felt wonderful. The children were very happy." During her visit, the Chief Minister also took stock of the ...

March 13, 2025 12:29 PM

Holi celebrations begin across country with colors, music, festive joy

The festival of Holi has begun across the country, with people coming together to celebrate with colors, music, and traditional festivities. From temples to streets, vibrant hues and joyous gatherings mark the onset of the festival, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil. In several states, the celebrations will begin with Holika Dahan, a ritual bonfire that signifies the victory of devotion and righteousness. In Mathura and Vrindavan, known for their grand Holi celebrations, devotees have...