New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday wished the country on the occasion of Holi. He called on Indians to promote brotherhood in the nation. “Wishing you all a very Happy Holi. May this festival of colors, a symbol of mutual love, affection and brotherhood, bring every color of happiness in your life,” he...
Radha Madhav Dham, Austin, Texas will be hosting in person as well as virtual Holi celebrations. Listen to the glorious uplifting Kirtan that describes the Holi Leelas of Radha Krishna. Swami Nikhilanand Ji will also give lectures on Saturday, March 19th at 7:55 pm (after Artii) and Sunday, March 20th at 11:00 am. (Central Standard Time). You...
A New York-based cultural organization is set to celebrate Holi with fervor through special festivities including a puppet show, art activities, and Indian dance workshops to commemorate the Indian festival of colors and spread awareness among communities here about Indian culture. The Culture Tree, which promotes cultural literacy about South Asia, in partnership with...
Huntington, New York: Congressman Tom Suozzi (D-Long Island, Queens) issued the following statement in advance of Holi, the festival of colors: “Holi Mubarak to all celebrating on Long Island, in New York and all around the world. “Over the years, I have had the chance to be a part of many Holi celebrations to honor...
Plano, Texas Celebrate Nowruz, the annual Persian New Year celebration, at the Plano Event Center. The event includes traditional Iranian music, dancing, kids activities and Persian food, according to the event listing. Nowruz marks the start of spring and the beginning of a new calendar year for many countries in the Middle East. It is...
By Lillian Lake/sunjournal.com Persian Nowruz (pronounced nowˈɾuːz), meaning ‘new day,’ is the Persian-language term for the Persian New Year and celebrated for two weeks by multi-ethnic groups worldwide. This year, 2022, the holiday is celebrated on Sunday, March 20, the day of the Spring Equinox in the northern hemisphere. Traditionally, there is lots of noise with...
Ingredients 15 almonds 2 tsp aniseed 2 tsp poppy seeds 8 cardamom pods 12 tsp sugar 2 tsp peppercorns 2 tsp cumin seeds 300 ml water 400 mil milk 4 tsp crushed ice Saffron - a pinch Method Grind all the spices with the almonds separately. Blend together in a large bowl and add water, milk and saffron. Strain through muslin cloth until the liquid is smooth...
The celebrations of festival of colors and joy is incomplete without enjoying some flavorful ‘gujiyas’ and sharing them with family and friends. This traditional sweet dish is a must during Holi. Filled with the deliciousness of khoya, dry fruits and cardamom, the crisp outer crust and soft fillings makes it the most appetizing delicacy...
By Lalit Garg The ultimate and immortal goal of this life is merging between devotee and God and becoming one color. That's why Holi is the unique confluence of this soul and spirituality. Holi is a unique festival of getting drenched in the colors of love, mutual harmony, and fun. Whether the colors of this festival...
