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Shubho Nabo Barsho: PM Modi extends greetings on Poila Boishakh
New Delhi, April 15: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended warm greetings on the occasion of 'Poila Boishakh' which marks the beginning of Bengali New Year 1432.
Kerala welcomes Vishu with rituals and festive spirit
Thiruvananthapuram, April 14: Over the years, the festival of Vishu in Kerala has continued to evolve, gradually taking on a more secular character. Like many other Indian festivals, Vishu is now celebrated by people across communities, with even non-Hindus participating in many of its customs and rituals.
Prez Murmu leads nation in extending greetings on Odia new year Pana Sankranti
New Delhi, April 14: On the auspicious occasion of 'Pana Sankranti', also known as 'Maha Vishuba Sankranti', President Droupadi Murmu, on Monday, led the nation in extending warm greetings to the people of Odisha and Odia communities across the globe.
Arjun Kapoor says Baisakhi symbolises 'victory and new beginnings' for him
Mumbai, April 13: Taking a moment to reflect on the significance of Baisakhi, actor Arjun Kapoor revealed that the festival represents victory and new beginnings for him.
PM Modi extends Baisakhi greetings, wishes joy, hope, and prosperity to all
New Delhi, April 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended his greetings to the people on the occasion of Baisakhi. He wished everyone joy, hope, and prosperity.
Mrunal Thakur witnesses Ram Leela this Ram Navmi
Mumbai, April 6: On the auspicious occasion of Ram Navmi actress Mrunal Thakur witnesses Ram Leela.
Grace of Maa Jagdamba brings new dawn of happiness in devotees' lives, says PM Modi
New Delhi, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday greeted the nation on the seventh day of Chaitra Navratri, saying Mother Goddess brings happiness to her devotees.
Good initiative: All India Sufi Sajjadanshin Council on 'Saugat-e-Modi' initiative
Ajmer, March 31: Syed Naseruddin Chishty, the chairman of the All India Sufi Sajjadanshin Council (AISSC) and successor of the spiritual head of Ajmer Dargah, has hailed the BJP's initiative of distributing 'Saugat-e-Modi' kits to the underprivileged Muslims ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr.
Strengthens feeling of brotherhood: Prez Murmu extends greetings on Eid-ul-Fitr
New Delhi, March 31: President Droupadi Murmu on Monday extended her heartfelt greetings on the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, emphasising that the festival strengthens the spirit of brotherhood and promotes compassion and charity.
Union Minister Amit Shah extends greetings on Gudi Padwa
New Delhi, March 30: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday extended wishes on the occasion of Gudi Padwa calling it a festival of "joy" and "enthusiasm."
Uttar Pradesh Dy CM Brajesh Pathak, Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, other BJP leaders listen to PM Modi's 120th 'Mann Ki Baat'
Lucknow, March 30: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak listened to the 120th episode of PM Modi's 'Mann Ki Baat' radio program in Lucknow along with other BJP leaders.
PM Modi highlights India's unity in diversity as country celebrates month of festivals
New Delhi, March 30: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing the nation during his monthly 'Mann ki Baat' program, extended his greetings as the country starts its vibrant month of multiple festivals. The Prime Minister highlighted how such festivals underline the country's unity in diversity
Celebrations begin in Nagpur on occasion of Marathi New Year 'Gudi Padwa'
Nagpur, March 30: Celebrations began in Nagpur on the occasion of 'Gudi Padwa' which marks the first day of the Marathi New Year. Children played the traditional lezim as the party of Gudi Padwa celebrations on Sunday.
Festivals show how unity is woven into diversity of India, says PM Modi in 'Mann Ki Baat'
New Delhi, March 30: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday emphasised how the multiple festivals celebrated across India reflect the nation's deep-rooted diversity.
Rahul Gandhi sends warm wishes for peace, prosperity on Navratri, other festivals
New Delhi, March 30: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, on Sunday, extended his heartfelt greetings to people across the country on the occasion of multiple regional and cultural festivals, including Gudi Padwa, Chaitra Navratri, Ugadi, Cheiraoba, Cheti Chand, and Sajibu.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh extends greetings on Navratri, Gudi Padwa, Ugadi
New Delhi, March 30: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh extended his warm greetings on the occasion of Gudi Padwa, Ugadi, Cheti Chand and Sajibu Cheiraoba on Sunday, underlining how these festivals reflect the rich cultural diversity of the nation.
Rakul Preet Singh loves 'puran polis': It's made with so much love
Mumbai, March 30: On Gudi Padwa on Sunday, actress Rakul Preet Singh revealed her favourite delicacy on the occasion is “puran polis” as it is made with so much love.
'May this auspicious occasion bring new enthusiasm', PM Modi greets nation on Navratri, various festivals
New Delhi, March 30: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday led the nation in extending greetings on the first day of Navratri and the traditional New Year to people living in different parts of the country
Manipur: 'Yaoshang' festival celebrates culture, colours in Imphal
Imphal, March 18: The vibrant five-day Yaoshang festival, which celebrates culture and colours in Manipur, kicked off and brought a sense of hope and celebration to the state after a year-long pause due to the unrest in the state since May 2023.
Police officers celebrate Holi with enthusiasm in Bhopal, Ballia
New Delhi, March 15: Holi celebrations took on a vibrant hue in Madhya Pradesh's Bhopal and Uttar Pradesh's Ballia as police officers joined in the festivities with great enthusiasm.
Masaba reveals how she celebrated daughter Matara's first Holi
Mumbai, March 14: Actor and designer Masaba Gupta celebrated her first Holi with daughter Matara. She took to social media and shared what all she did on the special occasion.
Rajasthan CM celebates Holi with people showcasing Braj culture
Jaipur, March 14: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Friday celebrated Holi with great enthusiasm at his residence, joining the common people in the festivities. He played Holi with flowers and natural colors, fostering a spirit of unity and joy.
Radhika Muthukumar, Sheel Verma & Rani Chatterjee reflect on the meaning of Holi
Mumbai, March 14: Actress Radhika Muthukumar, who plays Vrinda in "Main Dil Tum Dhadkan" revealed that Holi has always held a special place in her heart.
Foreign tourists join Holi festivities in Varanasi
Varanasi, March 14: Holi, the festival of colours, is being celebrated with great fervour across India, and in the sacred city of Varanasi, it has become a unique cultural experience for foreign tourists over the past two decades who have come visiting here.
Vineet Kumar Singh recalls having 'thandai with bhang', calls it his 'craziest Holi'
Mumbai, March 14: Actor Vineet Kumar Singh recalls he once accidentally had “thandai with bhang” in Benares, which he said was one of his “craziest Holi”.
Holi festival is the messenger of unity, says CM Yogi
New Delhi, March 14: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has said the festival of Holi is about unity inspiring all to walk on the path of harmony with love and cordiality.
Krystle Dsouza: I absolutely love gujiyas
Mumbai, March 14: On the occasion of Holi on Friday, actress Krystle Dsouza talked about her love of gujiyas and revealed that she starts the day by applying a colour “teeka” on her family and friends.
Holi a symbol of India's precious cultural heritage, says President Murmu
New Delhi, March 14: President Droupadi Murmu extended her heartfelt greetings to the nation on the auspicious occasion of Holi, emphasising that the festival is a symbol of India's rich cultural heritage.
Kartik Aaryan, Vijay Varma, Riteish Deshmukh and more Bollywood celebs celebrate Holi; extend festive wishes to fans
Mumbai, March 14: B-town celebrities joined in the festive spirit with great enthusiasm on the festival of Holi celebrated on Friday.
BSF personnel celebrate Holi at borders in West Bengal, Punjab, and Tripura
New Delhi, March 14: Border Security Force (BSF) personnel deployed across India's borders celebrated Holi on Friday, blending festivity with their duty.
JP Nadda extends Holi greetings, reaffirms govt's commitment to unity, development
New Delhi, March 14: Union Minister and BJP National President JP Nadda national president shared his heartfelt wishes for a joyful Holi, celebrating the spirit of togetherness that the festival represents and reiterated the government's commitment to inclusivity and progress, giving the message of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Prayas.
Sense of confidence across country, says Defence Minister Rajnath Singh as he celebrates Holi with the people
New Delhi, March 14: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh celebrated Holi with people who arrived at his residence and extended greetings of Holi and Ramzan on Friday.
Wishes to people on sacred festival of colours: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta extends Holi greetings
New Delhi, March 14: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta conveyed her infinite best wishes to the people of Delhi and the entire nation on the festival of Holi on Friday.
Sudarshan Pattnaik catches eye balls with 'Radha-Krishna' theme sand art on Holi
Bhubaneswar, March 14: Renowned sand artist Sudarshan Pattnaik once again showcased a brilliant resemblance of his talent with an eye-catching sand art on the occasion of Holi on the seashores of Odisha.
May this sacred festival of colors bring happiness to your lives: JP Nadda
New Delhi, March 14: BJP President J P Nadda on Friday extended his greetings to the nation on the occasion of Holi, wishing that the festival of colours brings enthusiasm, joy and happiness to people's lives.
Festival of joy will infuse enthusiasm, deepen colours of unity: PM Modi greets nation on Holi
New Delhi, March 14: As the country begins to mark the festival of color and celebrate the occasion in harmony and joy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings for the festival and prayed for joy and happiness in the lives of the countrymen.
May colours of joy fill your life with happiness, health: Rajnath Singh extends greetings of Holi
New Delhi, March 14: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh extended greetings on the vibrant occasion of Holi on Friday and prayed for the happiness and health of the people.
India celebrates 'Holika Dahan' with traditional rituals and festivities across states
New Delhi, March 14: With the festival of colors set to be celebrated on Friday, people across the country marked 'Holika Dahan' on Thursday evening with bonfire lighting and rituals.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy extends Holi greetings, emphasizes unity in diversity
Hyderabad, March 14: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy extended heartfelt greetings to the people of Telangana on the occasion of Holi. He wished that everyone celebrate the "Festival of Colours" with joy and happiness, the Chief Minister's Office (CMO) said in a release on Thursday.
Let us embrace the spirit of unity that Holi exemplifies: Vice President Dhankar
New Delhi, March 13: On the eve of Holi, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar on Thursday extended heartfelt greetings to the people, saying, " May this Holi serve as a reminder to colour our thoughts with compassion, our actions with kindness."