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Nepal: Bode's 30-year-old Sujan Bagh Shrestha continues century-old annual tongue piercing tradition

Bode, April 15: In the medieval town of Bode, Nepal, a 30-year-old man named Sujan Bagh Shrestha pierced his tongue with a 10-inch-long needle, continuing a century-old tradition. This is the third consecutive time that Sujan has pierced his tongue.

Thimi celebrates Sindoor Jatra with arrival of Nepali New Year

Thimi April 15: The town of Thimi in Nepal was painted red, symbolising prosperity and considered sacred in the age-old tradition as it celebrated the Sindoor Jatra, or Vermillion Festival, marking the arrival of the Nepali New Year.

Assam CM participates in Sri Sri Maha Vishnu Yagya Mahotsav at Nalbari

Guwahati, April 15: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday participated in the Sri Sri Maha Vishnu Yagya Mahotsav at Nalbari on the beginning of the Assamese new year.

IPL 2025: My wife chills, I do all the cooking, reveals KKR's De Kock

Chandigarh, April 15: In a delightful culinary crossover celebrating Poila Baisakh (Bengali New Year), KKR's cooking show 'Knight Bite' featured South African cricketers Quinton de Kock and Anrich Nortje alongside Indian star Manish Pandey for a special fusion cooking session ahead of their clash against Punjab Kings.

Shubho Nobo Borsho: KKR stars Quinton de Kock, Anrich Nortje & Manish Pandey trade cricket tactics for culinary creations

Chandigarh, April 15: In a delightful culinary crossover celebrating Poila Baisakh (Bengali New Year), Kolkata Knight Riders' (KKR) cooking show 'Knight Bite' featured South African cricketers Quinton de Kock and Anrich Nortje alongside Indian star Manish Pandey for a special fusion cooking session, as per a release from KKR.

Assam: Majuli celebrates 372 years of 'Boka Bihu' with mud and joy

Majuli, April 15: In the heart of Assam's river island Majuli, the air was filled with laughter, tradition, and the scent of fresh earth as locals and devotees gathered at Sri Sri Auniati Satra to celebrate the 372-year-old Boka Bihu--a unique and sacred tradition that has stood the test of time.

Assam celebrates Bihu, welcomes New Year

Guwahati, April 15: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday said that people across the state have been celebrating the Bihu and welcoming the New Year.

Adhikari ridicules CM Banerjee over 'Bangla Day' post on Bengali New Year's Day

Kolkata, April 15: On the auspicious occasion of Poila Boishakh i.e. Bengali New Year’s Day on Tuesday, Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in West Bengal Assembly, Suvendu Adhikari accused Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of trying to mislead people.

'Poila Boishakh', PM Modi greets Bengalis on New Year Day

New Delhi, April 15: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended greetings on 'Poila Boishakh', which marks the beginning of the Bengali New Year.

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.

Happy Naya Barsha: Manisha Koirala extends greetings on Nepali New Year

Mumbai, April 14: Actor Manisha Koirala extended heartfelt greetings to her fans on the Nepali New Year 2082.

Rajinikanth fan celebrates Tamil New Year at temple inside his residence

Madurai, April 14: Karthik, a Rajinikanth fan from Madurai, celebrated Tamil New Year in a unique way by honoring the superstar at a temple he built within his residence.

CM Majhi, Governor extend greetings on Odia New Year

Bhubaneswar, April 14: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday extended heartfelt greetings to Odias across the globe on the occasion of Mahabishuba Sankranti and the traditional Odia New Year.

PM Modi, LoP Gandhi extend Tamil New Year wishes to people of state

Chennai, April 14: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi extended warm wishes to the people of Tamil Nadu on the occasion of the Tamil New Year, marking the beginning of the month of Chithirai in the state.

Janhvi Kapoor attempts to speak in Tamil as she extends greetings for Tamil and Malayalam New Year

Mumbai, April 14: Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor made a sweet attempt to speak in Tamil while extending her heartfelt wishes for Tamil and Malayalam New Year.

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.

Vidya Balan embraces tradition in Kanjivaram silk saree for Tamil New Year celebrations

Mumbai, April 14: Actress Vidya Balan donned traditional Kanjivaram silk sarees to mark the celebration of Tamil New Year.

PM Modi, HM Shah extend Bohag Bihu greetings to people of Assam

Guwahati, April 14: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah extended warm wishes on the occasion of Bohag Bihu in Assam.

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.

Assam: Markets in Guwahati abuzz with festive spirit ahead of Rongali Bihu

Guwahati, April 13: Markets in Guwahati are brimming with festive cheer as the city gears up to celebrate Rongali Bihu, the Assamese New Year.

Punjab: Devotees gather at Sri Harmandir Sahib in Amritsar on Baisakhi

Amritsar, April 13: On the auspicious occasion of Baisakhi, thousands of devotees thronged Sri Harmandir Sahib, popularly known as the Golden Temple, in Amritsar on Sunday.

Assam gearing up to celebrate Rongali Bihu

Guwahati, April 13: Rongali Bihu, the most cherished of the three Bihus, marks the Assamese New Year and the arrival of spring. It is more than just a festival - it's an emotion deeply woven into the cultural soul of the people of Assam.

Bangladesh changes name, contents of UNESCO-recognised New Year procession

Dhaka, April 12: Bangladesh has decided to change the name and contents of the UNESCO-recognised traditional procession for the Bengali New Year.

Nepal indulge in Biska celebration to mark arriving Nepali new year

Bhaktapur, April 10: The ancient Taumadhi Square of Bhaktapur was lively on Thursday, with revelers and devotees congregating to watch the Biska Jatra, which, according to folklore, signals the arrival of the Nepali New Year.

Preparation for Rongali Bihu celebrations begins across Assam

Guwahati, April 9: Rongali Bihu fervour has gripped Guwahati and other parts of Assam as people prepare to celebrate the state's biggest festival, marking the Assamese New Year.

Odisha CM announces grand 'Odia Pakhya' celebration ahead of Odia New Year

Bhubaneswar,, April 1: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday announced that the 'Odia Pakhya' would be celebrated with all "great pomp" and "ceremony".

Drone light show takes center stage at Vikramotsav in MP's Ujjain, Jal Ganga Sanvardhan Abhiyan launched

Ujjain, March 31: A drone light show held at Vikramotsav in Madhya Pradesh's Ujjain district on the occasion of the Hindu New Year on Sunday became the centre of attraction as the skies lit up with synchronized drones leaving everyone attending the event mesmerised.

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