As Holi 2025 draws near, the excitement around this festival rich in mythology and traditions is gaining a peak. In this video renowned mythologist Devdutt Pattnaik explains why Holi is celebrated and the profound meaning behind its traditions. Explaining the spiritual significance of the festival Pattnaik connects the traditional roots with the modern celebrations. Take a look.
12 March,2025 08:08 PM IST
Holi celebrations are already in full swing, and the excitement is spreading across the world! This year, Holi will be celebrated on March 14th, but the fun has already begun. The famous Laddu Mar Holi was celebrated in the Shri Ladliji Maharaj temple in Barsana, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh. In Nandgaon, Uttar Pradesh, the fun started with the traditional Lathmar Holi, where people reenact Lord Krishna’s playful visit to Radha's village. It's a unique and vibrant tradition filled with love, laughter, and mischief! In Mathura, tourists were also seen enjoying the festive spirit at the Shri Krishna Janambhumi Temple, where the beautiful 'Phoolon Ki Holi' (Flower Holi) is taking place. Meanwhile, in Ayodhya, visitors celebrated“Holi with god” at the famous Hanuman Garhi Temple. The Holi fun isn’t just in India—Holi is making its mark in Nepal too! The traditional Chir ceremony kicked off in Kathmandu, with the sacred bamboo Chir being raised at the Basantapur Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Manandhars from the Newa community have been celebrating this ancient tradition for generations, welcoming Holi in their own special way. And in Chhattisgarh’s Balrampur, women from the Ganga Mahila Self-help group prepared eco-friendly herbal gulal (colored powder) for the festivities. They’re using natural ingredients like beetroot, palash flowers, green leaves, and other fruits and flowers, promoting a more sustainable celebration. WEll, the festival of colors, Holi is truly a festival that brings people together in joy, color, and spirit. Happy Holi to all.
11 March,2025 01:02 PM IST
Crores of people in India celebrate Chhath Puja. In fact, this is known to be one of the oldest festivals of India. This 4-day festival of India pays respect to the Sun God and his sister Chhati Maiyya. This ancient tradition reminds us of our connection with nature and the importance of gratitude. But why is this festival celebrated and how? Take a look as India celebrates Chhath Puja 2024.
06 November,2024 05:54 PM IST
BJP MP and candidate from Gorakhpur, Ravi Kishan made tea at a shop in his constituency earlier today, as part of 'Jan Sampark Abhiyan'. The popular actor has been fielded again from the constituency for upcoming Lok Sabha elections. He said, "... the opposition had called Modi ji a tea seller... only the one who has seen poverty can run this country. 80% of this country is rural, this prince who was born with a diamond spoon, Italy -Those who have studied in Australia will not be able to understand this India..." V Kishan said that BJP will once again form the government under the leadership of Narendra Modi. Along with 370 seats, BJP and NDA together are going to cross 400. BJP always avoids caste politics. In true sense, for poor women farmers and youth BJP, these are the four castes which have got the benefits of various government schemes under Modi and Yogi governments.
02 April,2024 04:27 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
