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Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma, Deputy CM Diya Kumari take part in kite fe
Updated : 2 years, 2 months ago IST
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma took part in kite flying as part of Makar Sankranti celebrations in Kishanpole Bazar area, Jaipur on Sunday.
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Uttarakhand CM Dhami extends best wishes to people on Makar Sankranti
Updated : 2 years, 2 months ago IST
In his greeting message issued on this occasion, the Chief Minister said that this festival of worship of the Sun God, charity and religious devotion infuses enthusiasm and excitement in the lives of the people. This festival is a symbol of the rich heritage and cultural unity of our country
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Banned Chinese Manja continues to be in high demand ahead of Uttarayan
Updated : 2 years, 2 months ago IST
As the countdown begins for the Makar Sankranti, markets are buzzing with variety of kites.
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Vibrant Gujarat: Kite festival goes global, local artisans get livelihood
Updated : 2 years, 2 months ago IST
Kite flying is an integral part of this festival, and people across the state throng to their rooftops to have a glimpse of the colourful skyline or to immerse themselves in kite flying.
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Blanket ban in Tamil Nadu on manja threads, violators to be penalised unde
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
According to a statement issued by Supriya Sahu, additional chief secretary, Environment, Climate Change and Forest Department, an order to this effect was issued by the State government on October 6, 2023, which was further notified in the Tamil Nadu Government Gazette on October 30.
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Independence Day 2023: What makes kite flying tradition so special in Indi
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
As Independence Day is around the corner, one thing that most of us would love to do, will be flying the kite. Kite flying is an age-old tradition in India and on events such as Makar Sankranti, Baisakhi, and Independence Day, children and adults alike continue to participate with zeal an
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Birds at high risk of sustaining injuries due to Chinese 'manjha' strings
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
During the Independence Day celebrations in Delhi, kite flying is a beloved tradition. Although it may seem harmless and fun, this practise can be harmful, especially for birds. The main problem is not flying kites but rather using Chinese metal-coated manjha (strings), which puts both kite
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HC directs Delhi Police to continue to take steps to restrain sale of Chin
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
The high court passed the direction while hearing a batch of petitions against the menace of Chinese manjha used for kite flying.
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Avoid using Chinese manjha for kite-flying: BSES in advisory ahead of Inde
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
According to a BSES official, “People should enjoy kite flying, but they should do it responsibly. We advice residents not to fly kites near electrical installations, including overhead cables. Residents must avoid using metal or metal coated (Chinese) manjha. These two simple mantras will e
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Sambhar Festival 2023: NGT asks Chief Secy to examine adverse impact on en
Updated : 3 years ago IST
Tribunal direction came while hearing a plea stating that the proposed festival will involve activities like kite flying, paragliding, motorcycle expedition, use of loudspeakers etc and such activities will adversely affect migratory birds and the natural habitat of the lake which is a Ramsa
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Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel celebrates Sankranti festival by flying kites i
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel celebrated the Sankranti festival by flying kites in Dariapur district of Ahmedabad on Saturday.
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Amit Shah celebrates Uttarayan by offering prayer, flying kite in Gujarat
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday offered prayers at Shree Jagannath Temple in Gujarat's Ahmedabad on the occasion of Makar Sankranti.
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