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Holi 2023: Unique rituals that accompany the festival of colours

India is celebrated for its cultural diversity. Different regions, traditions and rituals enrich India's cultural heritage. The festival of colours is no exception. You will be amazed to know that the celebration of colours comes with unconventional rituals, which are steeped in the regional ethos of the nation. As India is celebrating 'Holi' today, let's revisit the unique traditions that have become part and parcel of this festival.

2023-03-08T06:52:15.107407+00:00 IST

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2023-03-08T05:57:48.902207+00:00 IST

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2023-03-08T05:12:35.175365+00:00 IST

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With Holi 2023 finally here, celebrations for the festival are in full motion. While the air is filled with the vibrant colours of gulal, there is a feeling of enthusiasm among Indians, as they celebrate the auspicious festival of colours with their friends and family.

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With Holi just around the corner, celebrations for the festival have already begun. There is a feeling of enthusiasm among Indians, as they are preparing to play the auspicious festival of colours with their friends and family. But ahead of Holi, people perform Holika Dahan, a ritual that symbolises the victory of good over evil across India.

2023-03-06T08:41:28.220602+00:00 IST

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Follow these steps to celebrate safe and eco-friendly holi

Playing 'eco-friendly' Holi has become the norm for the last few years. Celebrations of any sort should be responsible and environment-friendly. That's what the environmentalists are preaching throughout the years. Holi is one such occasion when such things need to be told to people repeatedly.

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2023-03-05T09:24:58.864113+00:00 IST

Holi Time! Check how you can ace your colour-themed party

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2023-03-04T11:16:39.395470+00:00 IST

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India is a diverse land of cultures and traditions where Holi, the festival of colours, which is already knocking on our doors, is celebrated with jubilation and festive cheer all across the nation.

2023-03-02T12:05:35.359411+00:00 IST

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