Holi celebrations in Chandigarh: Known for their love for life, Sikhs celebrate Holi in their own style and elan. At Punjab & Chandigarh, they call it ‘Hola Mohalla‘. They shout, and shout their hearts out following a peculiar tradition. Besides, they also exhibit their martial arts specially ‘kushti’ on this day and make merry with the colors in the evening. …

What is Legend of Holika and Prahlad? There was once a demon king by the name of Hiranyakashyap who won over the kingdom of earth. He was so egoistic that he commanded everybody in his kingdom to worship only him. But to his great disappointment, his son, Prahlad became an ardent devotee of Lord Narayana and refused to worship his …

What is Significance of Holi? In spite of being such a colorful and gay festival, there are various aspects of Holi which makes it so significant for our lives. Though they might not be so apparent but a closer look and a little thought will reveal the significance of Holi in more ways than meets the eyes. Ranging from socio-cultural, …

What is Holi Pooja Process? Holika Dahan preparations begin almost 40 days before the festival. People start gathering woods on the important crossroads of the city in India. Holi Pooja or Holika takes place on an auspicious time in the evening a day before the Holi festival. Given below are the steps and rituals for the Holi Pooja: Holi Pooja Process: …

Holi Celebrations in Punjab: Known for their love for life, Sikhs celebrate Holi in their own style and elan. At Punjab, they call it ‘Hola Mohalla‘. They shout, and shout their hearts out following a peculiar tradition. Besides, they also exhibit their martial arts specially ‘kushti’ on this day and make merry with the colors in the evening. Mouthwatering halwas, …

Martyrs Day marks the death anniversary of the father of nation, Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, who was assassinated on January 30, 1948, by Nathuram Godse. Godse held Gandhi responsible for the partition of India thus he shot Gandhi Ji. For this evil deed Godse was hanged on November 15, 1949. Martyrs Day India: Shaheed Diwas Information Originally the martyrdom of the …

Scientists prepare herbal Gulal for Holi from Kachnar flowers offered at Ram Mandir, Kachnar was state tree of Ayodhya in Treta Yuga The scientists of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-National Botanical Research Institute (CSIR-NBRI), have crafted this special gulal, to honour Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s remarkable contribution to conserve the rich tradition and heritage of the …

Ustaad Bhagat Singh : Movie Name Directed by: Harish Shankar Starring: Pawan Kalyan, Sreeleela, Ashutosh Rana, Nawab Shah, B. S. Avinash, Gauthami, Chammak Chandra, Giri, Naga Mahesh, Narra Srinu, Temper Vamsi Genre: Action, Drama, Comedy Running Time: – Minutes Release Date: ?? May, 2024 Production Company: Mythri Movie Makers Rating: – Budget: ₹150 crore After his family’s murder by former foes, an IPS officer …

Vishnu Shankar Jain is a well-known Indian lawyer, who is mainly known to us as a Supreme Court lawyer. He is mainly popular for fighting the case of Gyanvapi Temple located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. When it comes to the religion and nationality of Vishnu Shankar Jain, he follows Hinduism and his nationality is Indian. Let us tell you that Vishnu Shankar is …

Holika Dahan is celebrated by burning Holika, an asuri (demoness). For many traditions in Hinduism, Holi celebrates the victory of good over evil. According to the tradition, people contribute a piece of wood or two for the Holika bonfire, and this represents Holika being consumed by the fire in which she tried to kill her nephew Prahlad, a devotee of …