On the eve of Holi celebrations, ‘Holika Dahan’ was celebrated across the nation. From Kolkata to Rajkot, people celebrated this auspicious occasion with great enthusiasm. Devotees performed ‘puja’ during ‘Holika Dahan’ in Kolkata. A fair was organised in Gujarat’s Rajkot district on ‘Holika Dahan’. People adorned each other with colourful ‘gulal’ in Ayodhya on the eve of Holi. Bhubaneswar witnessed a great Holi fervour as youth drenched themselves by splashing colours on each other. Notably, Holika Dahan is a ritual that symbolises the victory of good over evil which involves lighting bonfires, signifying the burning of the demon Holika. Holi also known as the "Festival of Colours," is a vibrant festival celebrated with enthusiasm across India. Amidst the revelry, traditional sweets are shared, fostering a sense of community and togetherness.
25 March,2024 11:20 AM IST
Diwali 2023 is here and the 5 days of the festivals is just about to begin. This year, Diwali will be beginning from November 10 and will end on November 15th. The entire 5 days of Diwali have one common theme - to be blessed with love, prosperity and auspiciousness. However, the 5 days of festival comes with different rituals. While the day of Dhanteras is known to be auspicious for buying gold and silver jewellery, the day of Diwali is known to invite the blessings of Lord Ganesha and Godess Lakshmi at home. Here is everything about the 5 days of Diwali and the rituals associated with them. Have a happy Diwali!
12 November,2023 07:39 AM IST
Bollywood stars Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor recently attended an event in Mumbai where the actress was asked to sing a song for the audience. While she did start crooning 'Kesariya', she forgot the song midway and that is when her husband came to her rescue. Ranbir and Alia were present at the Mumbai Press Club for a Calendar Launch Event.
22 January,2023 03:52 PM IST_d.jpg "Diwali 2022: Rakul Preet, Rajkumar Rao & Other Celebs At Bhumi Pednekar's Party")
With back-to-back Diwali parties, Bollywood stars have been very busy this week. Bhumi Pednekar hosted a party on Friday night. Several Bollywood celebs including Rakul Preet, Rajkumar Rao were present at the party.
22 October,2022 02:35 PM IST | Mumbai
Shia Muslims commemorate the martyrdom of Imam Hussain ibn Ali, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad. The community members wear black clothes, organise Majlis and take out processions during Muharram. And know why during Muharram and Safar (the next month of Islamic calendar), Shia Muslims refrain from attending and celebrating joyous events.
22 August,2022 09:20 PM IST | mumbai
Bestu Varas or #Gujarati new year will be celebrated on November 5. The day falls on the Pratipada Tithi of the Kartik month of the Hindu calendar. The Shukla Paksha (brighter phase of the Lunar cycle) marks the beginning of the Gujarati New Year. Watch the video to know a few facts associated with Gujarati New Year
05 November,2021 12:00 AM IST | Mumbai
The sensational photographer Daboo Ratnani's annual Daboo Ratnani calendar for the year 2010 has been released. The calendar has pictures of Amitabh Bachchan, Aishwarya rai Bachchan, Salman, Hrithik, Saif Ali Khan, Priyanka Chopra, Akshay Kumar, Kajol, Kareena, John Abraham, Katrina Kaif, Kangana, Sonam Kapoor, Asin, Imran Khan, Genilia and Farhan Akhtar. Take a lo
07 December,2010 10:26 AM IST
Shah Rukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra, Vidya Balan, Hrithik Roshan, Jaya Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai, Farhan Akhtar, Sonakshi Sinha, Arshad Warsi and other celebs were present at the launch of Dabboo Ratnani's Calendar 2011.
11 January,2011 11:34 AM IST
Launch of Kashmira Shah 2011 calendar 'Kashessential'
07 February,2012 09:15 PM IST
Promo: Kingfisher Calendar Hunt 2012
17 October,2011 05:24 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
