New Delhi, March 4 (IANS) Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi marked the festival of Holi with party leaders and workers at the All India Congress Committee headquarters in the national capital on Wednesday, conveying a message of unity, harmony and festive cheer.The celebrations at the AICC office were attended by senior party leaders, office-bearers and supporters, as the premises came alive with colours and greetings. Rahul Gandhi joined the gathering, inter…
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Ulaanbaatar, March 4 (IANS) Several Indian diplomatic missions across the world celebrated Holi, emphasising the vibrant festival’s message of harmony, optimism and unity.The Indian Embassy in Mongolia’s Ulaanbaatar organised “Phoolon Ki Holi” (Holi With Flowers) celebrations at its premises. The event was attended by members of the Indian community, Persons of Indian Origin, and friends of India in Mongolia.Addressing the event, Indian Ambassador to Mongolia, Atul Malhari Gotsurve, highli…
New Delhi, March 4 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Health Minister J.P. Nadda celebrated Holi at their residences here on Wednesday, while extending warm greetings to citizens on the occasion of the festival of colours and praying for peace, harmony, and prosperity across the country and the world.Speaking to IANS, Rajnath Singh said: “On the auspicious occasion of Holi, I extend my heartfelt greetings to all countrymen. May peace be established across the world.”Earlier, the Defence M…
Mumbai, March 4 (IANS) Television superstar Ankita Lokhande extended warm wishes to her fans on the occasion of Holi, and shared a colourful carousel of pictures celebrating the festival with her loved ones. The actress added the hit song Gulaabi starring her ex boyfriend and late actor Sushant Singh Rajput as the background song for her carousel post.The actress took to her social media account and wrote, “Today was all about colours, love, and the people who make my life brighter. This is us…
Canberra, March 4 (IANS) Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Wednesday conveyed heartfelt Holi greetings, highlighting the festival’s timeless message of the victory of good over evil, the significance of friendship and forgiveness, as well as the shared spirit of humanity. “For many Australians of Hindu and South Asian heritage, Holi is a time to come together in celebration of shared history, heritage and traditions. It is a festival with truly timeless themes: the triumph of goo…
New Delhi, March 4 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday celebrated the festival of Holi at her residence and extended warm greetings to the people of the national capital. Earlier in the day, the CM took to X to convey her wishes.”Heartiest greetings to all of you on this auspicious occasion of Holi. May this festival of colours bring new hope, new enthusiasm, and prosperity to your lives. A developed Delhi is one where celebrations also become a medium of empowerment,” she wrote…
Mumbai March 4 (IANS) Globally famous singer-actor Nick Jonas, on Wednesday, took a trip down memory lane as he shared a special Holi memory with his wife, global icon Priyanka Chopra. Nick Jonas posted a throwback picture from one of his early Holi celebrations with Priyanka, further also giving fans a glimpse into their colourful festivities.In the picture, Nick and Priyanka are seen soaked in bright colours and ‘gulal’ while enjoying the festival together.Priyanka, dressed in a traditiona…
New Delhi, March 4 (IANS) The festival of colours, Holi, was celebrated with zeal and camaraderie by the Indian Armed Forces across various fronts, reflecting both the spirit of the festival and a continued commitment to operational readiness. From high-altitude posts along the Indo-Tibetan border to forward air bases, personnel marked the occasion with traditional festivities, sweets, and cultural programmes, while reaffirming their dedication to national security.Air Marshal I.S. Walia, Air Of…
Mumbai, March 4 (IANS) Bollywood veteran actress Sadhana Singh, on Wednesday, took a trip down memory lane, recalling the beautiful days while shooting for the Holi sequence in her superhit movie Nadiya Ke Paar.She also added that the iconic Holi song “Jogi Ji Dheere Dheere” from the film “Nadiya Ke Paar” will always remain close to her heart.Taking to her social media account, the actress shared a video of herself celebrating Holi and dancing to the hit track. Sharing the post, she wrot…
Mumbai, March 4 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan shared that he marked the festival of colours with an “ek shaant Holi” this year, choosing peace and quiet over the usual festivities. The megastar took to his blog to reflect on celebrating the occasion in a calm and simple manner, extending his warm wishes to his “extended family” while embracing a more serene way of observing the day.The octogenarian simply wrote in Hindi: “Ek shaant Holi”.Big B’s subdued Holi may reflect the ling…