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  • Holi 2025 Full Calendar With Dates of Choti Holi, Holika Dahan and Dhuleti: Know Shubh Muhurat, Rituals and Celebrations Across India

    Holi 2025 Full Calendar With Dates of Choti Holi, Holika Dahan and Dhuleti: Know Shubh Muhurat, Rituals and Celebrations Across India

    Holi, known as the Festival of Colors, is one of the most anticipated Hindu celebrations, marking the arrival of spring, a time of renewal, prosperity, and joy. This vibrant festival celebrates not only the season’s beauty but also the victory of good over evil and the enduring spirit of community. Holi is deeply rooted in ancient mythology, such as the story of Prahlad and Holika, symbolizing faith and the triumph of goodness. Additionally, it honours the divine love between Radha and Krishna, highlighting devotion through playfulness and joy. Below, find the full calendar of Holi 2025 with dates of Choti Holi, Holika Dahan, Dhuleti, Shubh Muhurat, rituals and celebrations across India. Hindu Festivals Calendar 2025: Know the Dates of Holi, Chaitra Navratri, Durga Puja, Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali and Other Major Festivals in India. 

    The joyous festival of Holi transcends religious and social boundaries, bringing together people from all walks of life. It encourages forgiveness, community bonding, and celebration, creating an atmosphere of shared happiness. Holi is a reflection of the colourful nature of Indian life, a time when individuals come together with open hearts and celebrate with enthusiasm.

    Holi 2025 Date and Shubh Muhurat

    Holi 2025 will be observed with great festivities, aligning with the full moon day (Purnima) in the Hindu month of Phalguna. The specific dates for the two-day celebration are March 13 and March 14, 2025. The timings for the celebrations are based on the auspicious lunar calendar, adding an extra layer of tradition and significance to the festival. Purnima 2025 Calendar: Know Full Moon Dates, Poornima Significance and Fasting Rituals for the Auspicious Observance. 

    Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi): Thursday, March 13, 2025

    • Start: 6:57 PM

    • End: 10:22 PM

    The Holika Dahan ceremony symbolises the burning away of evil, with people lighting bonfires to mark the occasion.

    Holi (Dhuleti): Friday, March 14, 2025

    • Start: 11:26 PM (on March 13)

    • End: 12:27 AM (on March 14)

    The second day, also called Dhuleti or Rangwali Holi, is celebrated with joy and excitement as people throw colours at one another, dance, sing, and indulge in festive foods.

    What Is Dhuleti (Rangwali Holi)?

    In some parts of India, particularly in Gujarat and Maharashtra, Holi is also referred to as Dhuleti. Celebrated on the day after the main festival, this day is dedicated to playing with vibrant colours. People cover themselves in coloured powders, dance to lively music, and share sweet treats, creating a festive and communal atmosphere that symbolizes the arrival of spring and the triumph of good over evil.

    Celebrating Holi Across India

    While Holi is celebrated widely across the country, it takes on unique traditions depending on the region:

    North India (Mathura and Vrindavan):

    The birthplace of Lord Krishna, these cities host some of the most energetic and famous Holi celebrations. One of the most well-known events is Lathmar Holi, where women playfully strike men with sticks, embodying the lively spirit of the festival.

    West India (Rajasthan and Gujarat):

    In Rajasthan, Holi celebrations include royal processions and traditional folk dances, while Gujarat is known for its matki phod ritual, where men form human pyramids to break pots filled with buttermilk.

    East India (West Bengal and Odisha):

    In West Bengal, Holi is celebrated as Dol Jatra, where idols of Radha and Krishna are swung on decorated swings, and people engage in singing, dancing, and playing with colours.

    South India (Karnataka and Tamil Nadu):

    While Holi is not as widely celebrated in the South, it is still observed by some communities with traditional music, dance, and the exchange of sweets. The focus here is often more on religious rituals and temple worship.

    Holi remains a festival of unity, harmony, and joy, transcending cultural and regional differences to bring people together in celebration of the colourful beauty of life.

    (Disclaimer: The information provided here is based on beliefs and legends only. Before applying any information in real life, consult the concerned expert.)

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 11, 2025 02:46 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

  • Lohri 2025 Date and Celebrations: Why Is Popcorn and Other Food Items Thrown Into Bonfire? Know Meaning, Origin, Rituals and Traditions of the Harvest Festival of Punjab

    Lohri 2025 Date and Celebrations: Why Is Popcorn and Other Food Items Thrown Into Bonfire? Know Meaning, Origin, Rituals and Traditions of the Harvest Festival of Punjab

    Lohri is a vibrant harvest festival celebrated every year in parts of North India, especially Punjab. Lohri 2025 falls on Monday, January 13. It marks the end of the winter season and the arrival of the harvest season in India. During Lohri, people gather around a bonfire and sing traditional songs and perform traditional dances like bhangra and gidda in colourful attire, and play the dhol. The festival is a time for gatherings and joy and for expressing gratitude for a good harvest, especially of crops like sugarcane. In order to give thanks, people offer various items and sweets to the fire. Families and friends come together and celebrate warmth, prosperity, and the beginning of a new season. Here’s all you need to know about the festivals. Makar Sankranti 2025 Calendar: Know Dates of Pongal, Magh Bihu, Lohri, Khichdi Parv and More To Celebrate the Harvest Festival in India.

    Lohri 2025 Date

    Lohri 2025 falls on Monday, January 13.

    Lohri Rituals

    There are many rituals associated with the festival. During Lohri, people assemble around a bonfire and sing traditional folk songs. They perform traditional dances like the gidda and bhangra. They also offer prayers and give thanks to the sun and fire for a good harvest. The final ritual is to light the bonfire and toss sweets, sesame seeds, popcorn, jaggery, and sugar candies into it.

    Why Is Popcorn and Other Food Items Thrown Into Bonfire?

    Throwing good items like popcorn, jaggery, revdi, peanuts, and other offerings into the bonfire has religious meaning. It is a way of showing thanks to nature while welcoming the new year and letting go of the past.

    Lohri Thali Ki Food Items

    The Lohri Ki Thali is a traditional plate of tasty dishes that represent togetherness, prosperity, and abundance. It usually includes dishes like sarson da saag, gud chikki, til and gur delicacies, makki di roti, gajak, dahi bhalle, rewri, aloo ghobi, moongfali, panjiri and a lot more.

    Lohri Origins

    There are many stories related to the harvest festival, but the most famous one is about Dalla Bhatti. He was a hero from Punjab who fought against the Mughal Emperor Akbar. Because of his bravery, he became a hero for the people of Punjab. Many Lohri songs include words that thank him for his acts of courage.

    Lohri Significance

    Lohri is a very significant festival, as it is a time for people to give thanks for a good harvest. The festival symbolises the warmth of the sun and the joy of new beginnings. It is also a time for families and friends to come together and share food, sing songs, and dance to celebrate. When Is Lohri 2025? Know Date, Lohri Sankranti Time, Traditions and Significance To Celebrate the Harvest Festival of Punjab.

    May this Lohri bring happiness, warmth, and prosperity to everyone! On that note, here’s wishing everyone a celebration filled with laughter and joy. Happy Lohri 2025!

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 09, 2025 05:00 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

  • Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 2025 Date: Know Saptami Tithi, History and Significance About the Prakash Parv Celebrations on the Birth Anniversary of the Tenth Sikh Guru

    Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 2025 Date: Know Saptami Tithi, History and Significance About the Prakash Parv Celebrations on the Birth Anniversary of the Tenth Sikh Guru

    Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti is an important day for the Sikh community in India and across the world. The day marks the birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the tenth Guru of Sikhism. In 2025, it is going to be the 359th birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh. As per Hindu Calendar, Guru Gobind Singh ji was born on Saptami Tithi of Shukla Paksha 1723 Samvat in the month of Pausha. Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 2025 falls on Monday, January 6. The Saptami Tithi begins at 08:15 PM on January 5 and will end at 06:23 PM on January 6.  In this article, let’s know more about Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 2025 date, history and the significance of this day dedicated to the tenth Sikh Guru.

    Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 2025 Date and Saptami Tithi

    Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti in India falls on Monday, January 6, 2025. The Saptami Tithi begins at 08:15 PM on January 5, 2025 and will end at 06:23 PM on January 6, 2025.

    Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti History

    Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Guru out of total 10 Sikh Gurus, was born in Patna, Bihar on December 22, 1666 according to Julian calendar. Julian calendar was replaced by Gregorian calendar. As per the Gregorian calendar, Guru Gobind was born on January 1, 1667. Guru Gobind Singh is credited with the Dasam Granth whose hymns are a sacred part of Sikh prayers and Khalsa rituals. He is credited as the one who finalised and enshrined the Guru Granth Sahib as Sikhism’s primary holy religious scripture and the eternal Guru. January 2025 Holidays and Festivals Calendar: Check Dates of Important Events in the First Month of the Year. 

    Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti Significance

    Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti holds great significance for the Sikh community worldwide. Guru Gobind Singh was a warrior, poet, and philosopher. In 1675, at the age of nine, he was formally named as the leader of the Sikhs after his father Guru Tegh Bahadur was executed by Emperor Aurangzeb. Guru Gobind Singh’s father was the ninth Sikh Guru. Among Guru Gobind Singh’s notable contributions to Sikhism are founding the Sikh warrior community called Khalsa in 1699 and introducing the Five Ks, the five articles of faith that Khalsa Sikhs wear at all times.

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 06, 2025 06:00 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

  • Handsel Monday 2025 Date in Scotland: Know All About the Celebrations Around the First Monday of the New Year

    Handsel Monday 2025 Date in Scotland: Know All About the Celebrations Around the First Monday of the New Year

    Every year, Handsel Monday or Hansel Monday is celebrated in Scotland and parts of the United Kingdom with great fervour and enthusiasm. Handsel Monday is a traditional holiday that is marked on the first Monday of the new year. In 2025, Handsel Monday falls on January 6. The word ‘handsel’ originates from an old Saxon word, which means ‘to deliver into the hand’.  The day refers to giving gifts or good-luck tokens to mark the beginning of a new year. Epiphany 2025 Date: When Is Three Kings’ Day? Know the Significance of the Day That Marks the Visit of the Magi to Infant Jesus.

    Among the rural population of Scotland, Auld Hansel Monday is traditionally celebrated on the first Monday after January 12. This custom reflects a reluctance to switch from the old (Julian) style calendar to the new (Gregorian) calendar. In this article, let’s know more about the Handsel Monday 2025 date and the significance of the annual event.

    Handsel Monday 2025 Date

    Handsel Monday 2025 will be celebrated on Monday, January 6.

    Handsel Monday Significance

    Handsel Monday is a traditional occasion that encourages people to express gratitude and gift the ones that really make our lives easier! The day is all about people exchanging small tokens and best wishes on the occasion of New Year. An 1825 glossary marks Handsel Monday as an occasion when it is customary to make children and servants a present.

    Earlier, tips for small gifts were expected from servants, as well as by the postman, the deliverers of newspapers, scavengers, and all persons who work for us. Although less commonly celebrated today, Handsel Monday aims to encourage people to take up acts of kindness or symbolic gestures during the New Year.

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 05, 2025 08:04 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

  • New Year 2025 Celebrations in Mumbai: Local Trains Honk in Unison at Midnight As Passengers Cheer ‘Happy New Year’ at CSMT Station (Watch Videos)

    New Year 2025 Celebrations in Mumbai: Local Trains Honk in Unison at Midnight As Passengers Cheer ‘Happy New Year’ at CSMT Station (Watch Videos)

    The New Year 2025 has finally arrived, and people around the globe are welcoming it in various ways, celebrating the start of a new chapter. In Mumbai, the local trains are considered a lifeline of the city. On New Year’s Eve, the Indian Railways too joined the celebrations with the annual tradition of honking trains together. At Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, as the clock struck midnight, the trains on the platforms blared their horns in unison and passengers cheered ‘Happy New Year,’ adding a grand and memorable touch to the festivities. The heartwarming act created an unforgettable experience for everyone present. Watch the viral video below. New Year’s Eve Times Square Ball Drops To Welcome 2025: Celebrations Take Place As NYC Rings In New Year With Annual NYE Tradition Amid the Dazzling Spectacle (Watch Videos).

    Indian Railways Rings in New Year 2025 in Unique Way

    Honking in the New!

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  • New Year 2025 celebrations: ‘Kindness is like snow’, tourists throng Gulmarg during snowfall | WATCH

    New Year 2025 celebrations: ‘Kindness is like snow’, tourists throng Gulmarg during snowfall | WATCH

    Cold conditions have intensified in Kashmir as the valley prepares for fresh snowfall. This has attracted tourists eager to celebrate the New Year in the winter wonderland.

    The Meteorological Department has forecasted a weak western disturbance to affect Jammu and Kashmir from January 1-2, bringing light snow to scattered areas from Wednesday evening through Thursday morning.

    Also Read: New Year 2025 memes flood social media: From hilarious take on resolutions to NY celebrations

    The cold conditions in Kashmir have intensified, with night temperatures dropping across the region. Gulmarg, a popular skiing destination in north Kashmir, recorded a low of minus 8.8 degrees Celsius, slightly warmer than the previous night’s minus 11.5 degrees Celsius, making it the coldest place in the valley. Pahalgam, a base camp for the Amarnath Yatra in south Kashmir, recorded a minimum temperature of minus 7.6 degrees Celsius, a slight rise from minus 8.4 degrees Celsius.

    In Srinagar, temperatures dipped to minus 4.4 degrees Celsius, down from minus 3.5 degrees Celsius the previous night. Other areas, such as Qazigund and Konibal, saw minimum temperatures of minus 6 and 7.5 degrees Celsius, respectively. Kupwara in the north recorded minus 0.3 degrees Celsius, while Kokernag in the south registered minus 5.8 degrees Celsius.

    Kashmir is currently experiencing ‘Chillai-Kalan,’ the harshest winter period, which started on December 21. This 40-day period, known for its extreme cold and frequent snowfall, will end on January 30. After Chillai-Kalan, the valley enters a milder phase with ‘Chillai-Khurd’ (small cold) for 20 days and ‘Chillai-Bachha’ (baby cold) for the final 10 days.

    People around the world celebrate with fireworks, parties, family gatherings, and various customs specific to their cultures. The New Year signifies a fresh start and offers an opportunity for renewal, optimism, and hope. It is a moment for joy, as individuals look forward to new beginnings, embrace change, and often unite with loved ones to mark the occasion.

  • New Year’s Eve Times Square Ball Drops To Welcome 2025: Celebrations Take Place As NYC Rings In New Year With Annual NYE Tradition Amid the Dazzling Spectacle (Watch Videos)

    New Year’s Eve Times Square Ball Drops To Welcome 2025: Celebrations Take Place As NYC Rings In New Year With Annual NYE Tradition Amid the Dazzling Spectacle (Watch Videos)

    We are officially in the year 2025, and millions around the world are celebrating the first day of a brand new year. One of New York’s most iconic New Year’s celebrations is the ball drop at Times Square on New Year’s Eve, which is an annual tradition. After much anticipation, the moment finally arrived, and it was nothing short of spectacular. Millions rang in 2025 as the ball descended over Times Square, and confetti rained down on the vibrant crowd gathered to witness the event. Dazzling fireworks lit up the night sky, adding to the spectacle and marking a grand start to the new year. Watch the videos of New York’s Times Square ball drop event below. New Year’s Eve Ball Drop Live Streaming From New York’s Times Square: Know Date, Timing and Where To Watch Live Telecast of Times Square Ball Drop Celebrations.

    Times Square Ball Drop Event

    New Year’s Eve Ball Drop

    Times Square Rings in new Year 2025 With Ball Drop

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  • New Year 2025 memes flood social media: From hilarious take on resolutions to NY celebrations

    New Year 2025 memes flood social media: From hilarious take on resolutions to NY celebrations

    2025 is here, and what could be better than memes to kick it off? With a dose of humour and relatability, memes capture the universal chaos of resolutions, the inevitable “new year, same me” vibe, and much more.

    Whether it’s poking fun at gym plans or celebrating small wins, these hilarious gems connect us through shared experiences.

    This popular meme mocks those who party to welcome the new year, which it says is nothing but the Earth completing one revolution around the sun.

    Taking a dig at the popular New Year joke, this meme signifies that those who use it think of themself as a comedian. 

    This meme perfectly captures the New Year vs. Adulting debate, showing how midnight is actually very late for those in their late twenties.

    This meme captures how nothing changes at New Year, and for sad adults, it is just an obligatory happy one minute.  

    Taking a hilarious dig at the new year resolutions that never see an end, this meme jokes about how 2026 might just be the year.  

    Weight loss resolution is among the top 5 New Year vows that are meant to be broken. All those who eagerly buy gym memberships in January, just do it to fill the banks of its owners. By February, gym memberships turn into the most expensive keychains.

    The year 2024 went by in a blink, and this meme captures just that.

    All those promises to yourself to be better and have a good routine are ruined as early as January 2 because a calendar change is not all you need to fix habits.

    Nothing changes on New Year; some people don’t even aspire to change it.  

    Taking another dig at weight loss goals, this meme shows a contrast between how one plans one’s look at the start of a new year and how one actually ends up looking.  

    The digital travel has to be “the travel of the generation”. Beautifully captured by this meme, it shows that we witness the world while just being in our bed. 

  • New Year 2025 Celebrations in Goa: Stunning Drone Show Illuminates the Night Sky Over the Mandovi River as Part of the Festivities (Watch Video)

    New Year 2025 Celebrations in Goa: Stunning Drone Show Illuminates the Night Sky Over the Mandovi River as Part of the Festivities (Watch Video)

    The New Year 2025 has finally arrived, marking the beginning of a new chapter in our lives. People around the world welcomed the new year with celebrations, including parties, gatherings, feasts, fireworks, and countdowns. In Goa, the festivities included a spectacular drone show that lit up the skies above the Mandovi River. The dazzling display featured a ‘Happy New Year’ message along with the symbols of a club, ace, spade, and heart. It also featured an illuminated ‘2025’ and the text ‘majestic pride.’ Watch the video below. Happy New Year 2025 Messages and WhatsApp Status for Friends: Wish Your BFFs on New Year’s Day With Meaningful Greetings, GIFs, Heartfelt Quotes, Images and HD Wallpapers.

    New Year 2025 Celebrations Over Mandovi River, Goa

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  • Sunita Williams New Year 2025 Celebration: Indian-American Astronaut, Her Crew To Ring In New Year Celebrations 16 Times Aboard ISS, Here’s Why

    Sunita Williams New Year 2025 Celebration: Indian-American Astronaut, Her Crew To Ring In New Year Celebrations 16 Times Aboard ISS, Here’s Why

    As the world bids farewell to 2024, Indian-American astronaut Sunita Williams and her fellow crew aboard the International Space Station (ISS) will celebrate the New Year 16 times. Orbiting Earth at 400 kilometres, the Expedition 72 team will witness 16 sunrises and sunsets as they transition into 2025. Sharing the update on X, the ISS wrote, “As 2024 comes to a close today, the Exp 72 crew will see 16 sunrises and sunsets while soaring into the New Year.” Williams, who has been commanding the ISS since June 2024, will experience multiple New Year celebrations as the station orbits every 90 minutes. Special meals and video calls with loved ones will mark their celebrations in space. Sunita Williams Health Deteriorating? ‘Evacuate ASAP’, Say Netizens As NASA Astronaut’s Christmas 2024 Celebration Photos Trigger Health Concerns.

    Sunita Williams New Year 2025 Celebration

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