Devotees across India observed Sheetala Ashtami, a sacred Hindu festival dedicated to Goddess Sheetala, with prayers, rituals and offerings of cold food prepared a day in advance. The festival, celebrated eight days after Holi, is marked by visits to Sheetala Mata temples, fasting and the tradition of eating stale food known as Basoda (Pics/PTI)
11 March,2026 02:37 PM IST | Tarun Verma
AAP leaders, including former Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal, on Wednesday celebrated what they described as 'Kattar Imandar Holi' at former deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia's residence in Delhi. (Pics/PTI)
04 March,2026 03:06 PM IST | ronak mastakar
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi celebrated Holi with party workers at the AICC's 24, Akbar Road office in Delhi on Wednesday, as he was smeared with colours by supporters and leaders. (Pics/PTI)
04 March,2026 02:57 PM IST | ronak mastakar
Holi celebrations lit up cities and towns across India as people gathered to mark the festival of colours with joy and enthusiasm. From the devotional festivities in Vrindavan and Mathura to vibrant beachside celebrations in Mumbai, revellers danced to music, smeared gulal, and shared festive sweets. The festival symbolising the victory of good over evil and the arrival of spring was celebrated with traditional rituals, community gatherings, and colourful processions nationwide. (Pics/PTI)
03 March,2026 07:58 PM IST | Tarun VermaADVERTISEMENT
