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Ensure peace is maintained in all localities during festive season: Calcutta HC to West Bengal govt

The court said that it is the responsibility of the state to ensure that people celebrate the festival with the usual fervour without any hindrance.

06 November 2024, 09:39 IST

Ensure peace is maintained in all localities during festive season: Calcutta HC to West Bengal govt

Ensure peace is maintained in all localities during festive season: Calcutta HC to West Bengal govt

Ensure peace is maintained in all localities during festive season: Calcutta HC to West Bengal govt

06 November 2024, 09:39 IST

5 best Halloween destinations around the world

Be it exciting haunted houses or costume parties, Halloween celebrations have evolved beyond just trick-or-treating, with destinations around the world transforming into festive, spooky wonderlands. Whether you're looking for ghostly parades, haunted houses, or cultural twists on Halloween, here are five top Halloween festivals around the world to visit for a spine-tingling experience.

24 October 2024, 17:12 IST

5 best Halloween destinations around the world

5 best Halloween destinations around the world

5 best Halloween destinations around the world

24 October 2024, 17:12 IST

Maintain peace, says Maharashtra CM Shinde ahead of festival season

Shinde said that Maharashtra is a state of social harmony and no action that goes against the rich tradition of the state will be tolerated.

18 August 2024, 10:36 IST

Maintain peace, says Maharashtra CM Shinde ahead of festival season

Maintain peace, says Maharashtra CM Shinde ahead of festival season

Maintain peace, says Maharashtra CM Shinde ahead of festival season

18 August 2024, 10:36 IST

NCPCR urges states to prevent corporal punishment and discrimination during festivals

This comes in response to numerous reports of students facing harassment over cultural and religious practices such as wearing rakhi, tilak or mehandi during festivals like Raksha Bandhan.

08 August 2024, 14:43 IST

NCPCR urges states to prevent corporal punishment and discrimination during festivals

NCPCR urges states to prevent corporal punishment and discrimination during festivals

NCPCR urges states to prevent corporal punishment and discrimination during festivals

08 August 2024, 14:43 IST

Holi Celebrations Highlights: India revels in riot of colours

The festival of Holi is being celebrated with great enthusiasm across India with everyone joining in the revelry and coming out to paint the streets (and people) in vibrant colours. Meanwhile, in an unfortunate incident in the morning, 14 priests, including 'sevaks', were injured in a fire that broke out in the Mahakal Temple in Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh during 'bhasma aarti' after gulal was thrown as part of a ritual in Holi. Meanwhile, most politicians and celebs seemed to let work commitments wait as they celebrated Holi. We hope your day was full of colours and excitement. Thank you for staying up-to-date with how the rest of the country is celebrating the festival of colours, here with DH.

25 March 2024, 16:46 IST

Holi Celebrations Highlights: India revels in riot of colours

Holi Celebrations Highlights: India revels in riot of colours

Holi Celebrations Highlights: India revels in riot of colours

25 March 2024, 16:46 IST

In Pics| Muslims mark the beginning of Ramadan

Muslims began fasting for the holy month of Ramadan after the crescent moon was spotted on Sunday in Saudi Arabia. Muslims across the globe come together and attend Tarawih, the special nightly prayers organised at the mosques, where long portions from the Quran are recited. Here are some visuals from the first day of Ramadan.

12 March 2024, 07:29 IST

In Pics| Muslims mark the beginning
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In Pics| Muslims mark the beginning
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In Pics| Muslims mark the beginning of Ramadan

12 March 2024, 07:29 IST

Mixed memories of ‘ellu bella’

We can continue to celebrate festivals thanks to ready-made ellu belas.

14 February 2024, 00:15 IST

Mixed memories of ‘ellu bella’

Mixed memories of ‘ellu bella’

Mixed memories of ‘ellu bella’

14 February 2024, 00:15 IST

Assam celebrates Magh Bihu with fanfare; Bulbul bird fight returns after 9 years

On Monday, traditional Bulbul bird fights were organised after a hiatus of around nine years following a new set of guidelines issued by the Assam government on January 11.

15 January 2024, 11:13 IST

Assam celebrates Magh Bihu with fanfare; Bulbul bird fight returns after 9 years

Assam celebrates Magh Bihu with fanfare; Bulbul bird fight returns after 9 years

Assam celebrates Magh Bihu with fanfare; Bulbul bird fight returns after 9 years

15 January 2024, 11:13 IST

Makar Sankranti 2024: Importance of the Harvest Festival

Makar Sankranti is one of the significant festivals of India and is celebrated with great zeal. Also known as Uttarayan in some regions of India, the festival holds cultural, religious, and astronomical significance. Here we list some of the key aspects that highlight the importance of the harvest festival.

12 January 2024, 11:19 IST

Makar Sankranti 2024: Importance of the Harvest Festival

Makar Sankranti 2024: Importance of the Harvest Festival

Makar Sankranti 2024: Importance of the Harvest Festival

12 January 2024, 11:19 IST

Diwali 2023: Best Gift ideas for friends and family

Diwali is a festival of lights, and traditionally, gifts are exchanged to convey best wishes and celebrate the occasion. Here are some popular Diwali/Deepavali gifting options.

08 November 2023, 12:43 IST

Diwali 2023: Best Gift ideas for friends and family

Diwali 2023: Best Gift ideas for friends and family

Diwali 2023: Best Gift ideas for friends and family

08 November 2023, 12:43 IST