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Holika Dahan: History and significance of the festival

Holika Dahan: History and significance of the festival

Holika Dahan, also known as Choti Holi, is a popular Hindu celebration celebrated throughout India. On Holika Dahan here's the history and significance of the festival

22 March,2024 05:10 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Holika Dahan 2024: Celebrating triumph of good over evil

Holika Dahan 2024: Celebrating triumph of good over evil

Holika Dahan is celebrated the night before Holi, in the Hindu month of Phalguna (March on the Gregorian calendar). Ahead of Holika Dahan, let's understand the significance of Choti Holi and how is it celebrated across India.

21 March,2024 10:52 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Weekend coming: Sign up for these three trips

Weekend coming: Sign up for these three trips

The itinerary includes a BBQ set-up, games, a masquerade bash, boating and a bonfire

22 February,2024 07:10 AM IST | Mumbai | The Guide Team
Lohri 2024: Mumbaikars embrace the festivities with revdi, gajak and boliyan

Lohri 2024: Mumbaikars embrace the festivities with revdi, gajak and boliyan

The festival is marked with the arrival of longer days and celebrating the end of the winter solstice

13 January,2024 05:14 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Lohri 2024: Here's why Lohri is celebrated in Punjab

Lohri 2024: Here's why Lohri is celebrated in Punjab

Lohri is harvest festival widely observed in Punjab to mark end of winter & express gratitude for good crop. Lohri 2024 will be celebrated on January 14.

13 January,2024 02:45 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Maharashtra: As prices tumble, Nashik farmer lights bonfire of onions to protest

Maharashtra: As prices tumble, Nashik farmer lights bonfire of onions to protest

Onion cultivators are battling a crisis as the prices of the kitchen staple have taken a hit at the Agriculture Produce Market Committee (APMC) in Lasalgaon, the largest wholesale onion market in Asia, in Nashik

06 March,2023 03:58 PM IST | Nashik | PTI
Long-distance love? Here are 9 ideas for virtual Valentine's Day celebrations

Long-distance love? Here are 9 ideas for virtual Valentine's Day celebrations

If you are someone who's sulking at the distance from your partners on Valentine's Day, here's a list of quick ideas for virtual celebrations to retain the joy and spark

15 February,2023 04:15 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Lohri 2022: Simple tips for building an eco-friendly and smokeless bonfire

Lohri 2022: Simple tips for building an eco-friendly and smokeless bonfire

The process of lighting the Lohri bonfire has science involved in it, and to understand the many ways to build a smokeless fire, one has to break down the elements of a fire. Here are some tips to celebrate Lohri in an eco-friendly manner

12 January,2022 04:22 PM IST | Mumbai | ANI
Love Bytes: The best of things to do in twos

Love Bytes: The best of things to do in twos

For those who love trekking, a breathtaking view awaits

12 August,2021 08:17 AM IST | Mumbai | The Guide Team
Love Bytes: The best of things to do in twos

Love Bytes: The best of things to do in twos

A romantic weekend may not be that far off with this one

05 August,2021 08:01 AM IST | Mumbai | The Guide Team

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