Hyderabad, March 2 (IANS) Hyderabad Police Commissioner V. C. Sajjanar on Monday warned that strict action will be taken against those who throw colours at unwilling people during Holi celebrations. He issued a notification prohibiting throwing coloured water or other coloured substances at unwilling persons, places, or vehicles, or smearing unwilling people with colour, on public roads and public places.He advised citizens to celebrate the festival in a peaceful atmosphere and warned that…
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New Delhi, March 2 (IANS) Festive fervour marked Holi celebrations at BJP offices across several states on Monday, with senior leaders participating in Holi Milan Samaroh events and extending greetings to party workers and citizens.In the national Capital, a Holi Milan Samaroh was organised at the Delhi BJP state office, attended by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, MP Manoj Tiwari and Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva, along with several senior party leaders and workers. The gathering saw leaders…
Bhopal/Barwani, March 2 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Monday extended greetings to the people of the state on the occasion of Holi, urging citizens to celebrate the festival with enthusiasm while ensuring safety, maintaining law and order, and keeping the ongoing school examinations in mind.“Holi will be celebrated with joy and enthusiasm, but at the same time, school exams are also going on in the state. It concerns the future of our children. Therefore, we must keep all…
Lucknow, March 2 (IANS) As the festival of colours approaches, Holi fervour has gripped Lucknow’s bustling bullion market, where silver and gold-plated ‘pichkaris (water guns)’ and intricately-crafted silver buckets are drawing eager buyers. In a unique blend of tradition and luxury, these ornate items have become the highlight of festive shopping in the city. Jewellers across Lucknow are showcasing specially-designed silver water guns embellished with gemstones, along with matching silver b…
Burhanpur, March 1 (IANS) As Holi approaches, the city’s markets are buzzing with festive frenzy, with people hitting the streets to buy colours, gulals, water guns and also decorative items. The markets are flooded with a wide array of products but what is garnering everyone’s attention is the tailor-made water guns and masks, designed after Prime Minister Narendra Modi.’Modi water guns’, in particular, has become a hot-selling item in city’s markets places and is witnessing huge demand for the…
Mumbai, March 1 (IANS) Escalating tensions between Israel and Iran are expected to weigh on Indian markets in the near term, mainly driven by a rise in energy prices, analysts said on Sunday.Analysts said that oil marketing companies, aviation, paints, autos, consumer discretionary and logistics could face pressure due to the tension in the Middle East.The immediate market reaction is likely to be negative as investors assess whether the flare‑up will become a prolonged conflict or remain a sh…
Raipur/Bilaspur, Feb 28 (IANS) The Chhattisgarh government on Saturday transferred more than Rs 10,324 crore to farmers ahead of Holi, crediting the amount directly into their bank accounts under the Krishak Unnati Yojana.Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai disbursed the funds, which represent the difference between the Minimum Support Price (MSP) and payments made under the Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana, to paddy-selling farmers across the state.The transfer was made at a state-level programme held …
Patna, Feb 28 (IANS) In a breakthrough under the ongoing anti-liquor drive, Khajekalan Police Station in Patna recovered approximately 480 litres of foreign liquor during a raid in the Ghasiyari Gali area. Police acted on a specific tip-off that a large consignment of liquor had been unloaded at the location.A swift raid was conducted, leading to the seizure. The operation has reportedly created panic among liquor smugglers active in the region.A preliminary investigation has uncovered …
Patna, Feb 28 (IANS) The Bihar Police have announced a zero-tolerance policy against hooliganism during Holi, deploying additional forces across all major cities and sensitive locations in the state.According to an official statement, strict action will be taken against biker gangs, street racers and individuals attempting to disrupt peace under the guise of festivities.Additional police personnel have been deployed in all districts to ensure the maintenance of law and order.Director General of …
Alirajpur, Feb 27 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Friday that Bhagoria festival symbolises tribal culture, social affection and traditional values as well their deep feeling towards nature. The Chief Minister made this statement after participating in the Bhagoria festival during his visit to Udaigarh town in Alirajpur district, one of the tribal dominated regions in Madhya Pradesh.He added that the depth of this traditional festival can be experienced only by participat…