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Traffic cops put barricades across Delhi to check drunken driving on Holi

The police have installed barricades across the national capital to check the incidents of drunken driving, over-speeding, reckless driving among others

Congress Prez Mallikarjun Kharge urges people to fight for a united India

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday hoped that people as responsible citizens break the barriers that may divide them and fight for a united India which is proud of its rich diversity and myriad culture. In his message on Holi, Kharge extended his greetings to all citizens. Holi celebrates the spirit of togetherness and inspires us to rejoice in the glory of nature in all its varied colours, the Congress president said. It brings people together and strengthens their bonds, he added "On the behalf of Indian National Congress, it is my sincere hope that we, as responsible citizens break the barriers which may divide us and fight for a united India an India which is proud of its rich diversity and myriad culture," Kharge said. "With a new hope for a brighter future, let us join hands to forge ahead together. Once again I wish you a very happy Holi," he said.

Noida Police warns against spreading rumours on social media ahead of Holi

Spreading rumours on social media that could impact public tranquillity, law and order on Holi and Shab-e-Barat, both festivals falling on Wednesday, can land a person in trouble, the Gautam Buddh Nagar police warned on Tuesday. Police Commissioner Laxmi Singh has directed officials to keep a close tab on social media activities and take immediate action against anarchic elements spreading rumours online, the police said in a statement. Security has been beefed up across Noida and Greater Noida, with around 5,000 police personnel and three companies of the PAC on the ground while deputy commissioners, assistant DCPs, and assistant commissioners are leading flag marches and patrolling their areas in view of the festivals. "The police commissioner has directed for deployment of police force in view of security arrangements at markets, crowded places, metro stations. "She has also directed the department to ensure checking of suspicious persons/vehicles by placing barricades at border

Bihar Police cancel leaves of personnel to beef up security ahead of Holi

Bihar Police on Tuesday cancelled the leave of all personnel ahead of Holi

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Swiggy accused of Hinduphobia as bashing of Holi ad trends on Twitter

#HinduPhobicSwiggy goes viral; foodtech firm isn't the first to draw netizen ire and many festive ad campaigns in the past have fallen prey to social media trends

Holi celebration 2023: History, importance, significance, greeting messages

Holi is considered the most revered and celebrated festival in India and is celebrated in almost every part of the country and this year holi will be celebrated on March 8

Indian Railways to run 491 trips of 196 special trains during Holi

The Railways will run 491 trips of 196 special trains during Holi for the convenience of passengers and to ease the festive rush, the national transporter said on Monday. These special trains will connect major destinations across the country, they said. "In this ongoing festive season of Holi, for the convenience of rail travellers and to clear extra rush of passengers, Indian Railways is running 491 trips of 196 special trains. "Special trains have been planned to connect major destinations across the country like Delhi- Patna, Delhi- Bhagalpur, Delhi-Muzaffarpur, Delhi-Saharsa, Gorakhpur- Mumbai, Kolkata-Puri, Guwahati- Ranchi , New Delhi- Sri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, Jaipur- Bandra Terminus, Pune- Danapur etc.," the Railways ministry said in a statement. The Railways has also put into effect crowd controlling measures by forming queue at the terminus stations under the supervision of RPF staff for orderly entry of passengers in unreserved coaches is being ensured, it ...

Delhi Metro services to begin at 2:30 pm on March 8 on occasion of Holi

Delhi Metro services will begin from 2:30 pm on the day of Holi, officials said on Monday. The festival of colours will be celebrated on March 8. "On the day of the 'Holi' festival, i.e., March 8, 2023 (Wednesday), metro services will not be available till 14.30 hrs (2:30 PM) on all lines of Delhi Metro including Rapid Metro/Airport Express Line," the DMRC said in a statement. Metro train services will start at 2:30 pm from terminal stations on all lines on that day and will continue normally thereafter, it said. Metro feeder bus services will also resume after 2.30 pm on March 8, officials said.

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Uttarakhand CM celebrates Holi with people at his residence in Khatima

Uttrakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami along with the local people celebrated Holi at his residence in Khatima here on Sunday.

Airfares on Holi high: Travel firms witness a rise in advance bookings

The increased demand has reflected in higher fares on popular routes during March 6-12 (Holi week) compared to February 6-12

Indian Railways cancels more than 400 trains ahead of Holi: Official

As per the Indian Railways, 354 trains have been completely cancelled, 53 trains have been partially cancelled, 25 trains have been rescheduled and the route of 49 trains has been diverted

19.2% fewer calls on Delhi Police helpline this Holi: Data

There was a significant decline of 32.8 per cent in the number of PCR calls related to quarrels or brawls: Official data

US Vice President Kamala Harris, Apple CEO Tim Cook send Holi greetings

US Vice President Kamala Harris and Apple CEO Tim Cook have greeted people on the occasion of Holi the festival of colours.

First time in 2 years, Covid under control on Holi: UP CM Yogi Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday said that for the first time in two years, Covid-19 is under control on the occasion of Holi.

Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, other leaders extend Holi wishes to nation

Political leaders across parties on Friday greeted people on the occasion of Holi

BJP chief JP Nadda, Rajnath Singh, Naqvi celebrate 'Holi'

BJP chief J.P. Nadda and other leaders on Friday celebrated 'Holi' with party workers and supporters.

Virat Kohli extend wishes to people on Holi

India star batter Virat Kohli on Friday shared his greetings to the people on the occasion of Holi.Taking to his Twitter, Virat wrote, "May the spirit of this festival fill our lives with happiness and peace. Happy Holi to all."Former India batter and current National Cricket Academy (NCA) chief VVS Laxman wished love and prosperity to everyone."May the colours of Holi spread peace, happiness, love and prosperity all around. Wishing you a blessed and #HappyHoli," tweeted Laxman."A very Happy Holi to all my friends. Stay colourful, stay happy," tweeted former India batter Irfan Pathan in Hindi.Marking the onset of the spring season, Holi is a festival of colours, symbolic of joy and victory of good over evil.Even though Holi is a predominantly Hindu festival, it is celebrated by people of other faiths as well. It marks the arrival of the spring harvest season in the country.

President Kovind extends Holi greetings to citizens, wishes them happiness

President Ram Nath Kovind on Friday greeted the citizens of the country on the occasion of Holi and wished that the festival infuses joy, enthusiasm and new energy into the lives of all the countrymen