Happy Holi 2023 LIVE Updates: Holi Celebrations In Full Swing Across The Nation- Wishes, Greetings, Recipes, Party Ideas And More

Happy Holi 2023: From Holika Dahan to Holi celebrations- Check date, time and significance

Happy Holi, Holika Dahan 2023: India is a diverse nation and celebrates several festivals throughout the year. One of the major Hindu festivals 'Holi' will be celebrated today and nation will be celebrating it with full pomp and show. Holi is celebrated to commemorate the victory of good over evil and to celebrate the eternal love of Lord Krishna and Radha. Holi is celebrated in different ways across India. From celebrating the festival of colours with gulaal to Lathmar Holi, India celebrates it in various ways. 

Holi is a festival where people come together and put ‘gulaal’ (colours) on each other and enjoy traditional delicacies. Gujiya, thandai, dahi bhalle, chole bhature, pakore and much more adds to the celebration of Holi. Check Holi whatsapp messages, Facebook Greetings and Holi Party playlist which you must add to your Holi party today!

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08 March 2023

19:08 IST

Holi Hai: Playing Holi expectations vs reality

Some expectations are just too dreamy, twitter is flooding with the reality of Holi celebrations with #holimemes.

If I could live my Bollywood expectations someday!#holi2023 #expectation #reality #holimemes #colours #holisplash #relatable #meme #trendingmemes #indianfestival #india #organicproducts #skincarememes #skiviaskincare #skivia #fromthehouseofclovia pic.twitter.com/CHAIcdu0bD

— Skivia (@skivia_) March 7, 2023

18:54 IST

Holi celebrations: Expectations vs Reality memes

The trending meme style of expectation vs reality on social media forces you you admit that somethings are never movie like.

Expectation verses Reality on holi#holimemes #trending #happyholi #trendingmemes #holi2023 #holifestival #funnymemes #holifunnymeme #holivideos #expectationversesreality #twittertrending pic.twitter.com/iYzW0g4YLO

— valarie Hadid (@HadidValarie) March 8, 2023

18:38 IST

Work day memes: Funny memes on aftermath of Holi

A twitter user added to the fervour of the Holi aftermath with #holimemes. The meme is titled- "Going to work on the very next day of Holi be like..."

Happy holi gys...#holi #happyholi #holimemes #memes #WomensDay #corporate #office #employ pic.twitter.com/C8dUnCRfLO

— Bhavikbhavsar (@bhavikeditzz) March 8, 2023

18:08 IST

Aftermath of Holi: Funny and accurate memes

Twitter is flooded with hilarious memes highlighting the aftermath of Holi.

Aftermath of holi ! #Holi #Holi2022 #Holimemes #dayafterholi #bollywoodmemes #memes #memesdaily pic.twitter.com/X5fplE303R

— flicksbuddy (@flicksbuddy) March 19, 2022

17:43 IST

Holi in Ireland: Trinity College celebrations

The Trinity Indian Society organized Holi festivites where college Provost & President shared the joyful celebrations.

There was a fantastic atmosphere in Front Square this afternoon for the Trinity Indian Society’s Holi celebration! #HappyHoli #Holi2023 pic.twitter.com/rO9Bn2anjL

— Linda Doyle (@LindaDoyle) March 3, 2023

17:37 IST

Happy Holi: Apple CEO Tim Cook wishes with exclusive pics

Tim Cook shared Holi imgaes clicked by iPhone users with a #ShotOniPhone and thanked the photographers for the click.

Happy Holi to all who celebrate. Thanks to Gursimran Basra and Apeksha Maker for these photos that capture the spirit of the festival, #ShotOniPhone. pic.twitter.com/pShk4tOCIp

— Tim Cook (@tim_cook) March 8, 2023

17:33 IST

Radha-Krishna Holi: Iskcon shares black-white sketch

The Iskcon Temple society, Long Island shared a beautiful sketch of Radha-Krishna Holi.

Happy Holi pic.twitter.com/HjGvylT7BQ

— Iskcon,Inc. (@IskconInc) March 8, 2023

15:54 IST

Holi 2023: Over 200 People Arrested In Kolkata For Misbehaving During Dolyatra Festival

As many as 212 persons were arrested from various parts of the city over inappropriate behaviour during the Dolyatra festival, police said. The police have also seized 28 liters of liquor on the occasion.

15:52 IST

Holi Celebrations In West Bengal At Shree Siddhivinayak Devasthanam - WATCH

#WATCH | West Bengal: People celebrate #Holi with flowers and 'gulaal' at Shree Siddhivinayak Devasthanam in Kolkata. pic.twitter.com/xMC3DucjXv

— ANI (@ANI) March 8, 2023

15:06 IST

Holi Celebration In Delhi: Watch Video

#WATCH | Delhi: Foreign nationals, along with locals, celebrate the festival of #Holi in Paharganj. pic.twitter.com/Bct8ngRiNO

— ANI (@ANI) March 8, 2023

14:53 IST

J&K: CRPF Personnel Celebrate Holi In Pulwama - WATCH 

#WATCH | J&K: CRPF personnel celebrate #Holi in Pulwama, away from their home and family. pic.twitter.com/5DDKEvNf0q

— ANI (@ANI) March 8, 2023

13:29 IST

Happy Holi: Locals, Foreigners Celebrate Festival Of Colours At Dashashwamedh Ghat In Varanasi

The locals and foreigners thronged in large numbers to celebrate the festival of Holi at Dashashwamedh Ghat in Varanasi. People were dancing and spraying colours at the Dashashwamedh Ghat. Foreigners from different countries such as Germany, Brazil and Japan were also seen celebrating the festival. 

12:59 IST

Happly Holi 2023: Chelsea FC wishes everyone on Holi

The leading football club, Chelsea shares fans across the world a Happy Holi.

Happy Holi to all our fans across the world! pic.twitter.com/DC0OpkFQ4b

— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) March 8, 2023

12:14 IST

Happy and Safe Holi: Dos And Don’ts For Playing With ColoursDos And Don’ts For Playing With Colours

Due to increasing H3N2 cases, it becomes necessary to take necessary precautions. Viruses can spread from person to person during the festival and it's important to take precautions. 

12:07 IST

Holi 2023: Funny memes on Holi

Social media is filled with hilarious memes with people sharing personal experinces.

All "Happy Holi to everyone who celebrates" kindly block pic.twitter.com/WTpmfAFEIi

—  (@NishuGotIssues) March 8, 2023

11:59 IST

Holi Celebrations: The Political twist of colours

With the different colours of politics here we see politicians and Lok Sabha memebers- Kiren Rijiju, Rajnath Singh, Anuragh Thakur among others can be seen in this Holi celebration picture shared by MP and Law Minister Kiren Rijiju.

Holi Mahotsav! Happy #Holi to all ! pic.twitter.com/X8wtHhG9hZ

— Kiren Rijiju (@KirenRijiju) March 8, 2023

11:50 IST

Happy Holi 2023: Hilarious yet strange Holi traditions

Playing with colours or flower petals is something you heard of and loved to but do you know there are some people who get you soaked in all the "muddy" Holi celebrations. Yes, those water ballons, buckets of water thrown down on you while you are out having your own sweet time. In India's diveresity this kind of Holi celebration could sound strange but creates funny memories.

10:20 IST

Holi Celebrations 2023: US Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo Participates In Holi Festivities

#WATCH | Delhi: US Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo participates in #Holi festivities at the residence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. pic.twitter.com/l3xMTTtwDQ

— ANI (@ANI) March 8, 2023

09:39 IST

Holi Celebration: Uttar Pradesh Kalyan Parishad Sing Songs And Celebrate Holi - WATCH

#WATCH | Punjab: Members of Uttar Pradesh Kalyan Parishad sing songs and celebrate the festival of #Holi in Amritsar. pic.twitter.com/z8H4wFM8M9

— ANI (@ANI) March 8, 2023

09:32 IST

Holi Celebration: UP CM Yogi Adityanath Celebrates Holi At Gorakhnath Temple In Gorakhpur

#WATCH | Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath participates in #Holi celebrations at Gorakhnath Temple in Gorakhpur. pic.twitter.com/KppGtG2dwn

— ANI UP/Uttarakhand (@ANINewsUP) March 8, 2023

08:59 IST

Happy Holi Wishes: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Wishes Happy Holi!

Best wishes for Holi. May the colors of joy and enthusiasm always shower in your life. Wishing you all a happy and colorful Holi!

Wishing you all a happy and colourful Holi!

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 8, 2023

08:26 IST

Holi Celebration In Rajasthan: 

Foreigners celebrated Holi in Pushkar of Ajmer district and in Jaipur, where the tourism department organised Holi after a gap of almost two years to mark the festival of colours.
The domestic and foreign tourists played with colours and 'gulal', and danced to the beats of traditional Rajasthani tunes.

07:45 IST

Holi Wishes: Whatsapp Texts, Greetings, Statuses And More

1) May you celebrate the festival of colours with joy, laughter and togetherness. Happy Holi to you and your family. 

2) Here’s wishing you and your family a very Happy Holi. May this festival of colours fill your lives with love and prosperity. Happy Holi!

3) May this Holi strengthen the bond between you and your family. Have a colourful Holi!

4) With water pistols, water balloons, and a lot of colours, kickstart your celebrations of the festival of colours. Happy Holi.

5) May the canvas of your life be filled with the colours of love, happiness, prosperity, and good health. Wishing you and your family a very Happy Holi.

6) Bright gulaal, playful pichkaris, lavish gujiyas, and melodious songs are what make the perfect Holi. Wishing you and your loved ones a wonderful and safe Holi!

7) With a glass of thandai and a platter of lip-smacking dishes, may you celebrate Holi with a lot of happiness.

8) Evil can prevail all over, but the ultimate winner will always be truth, faith, and prosperity. Keep your faith in the Lord. Happy Holi.

9) Paint the canvas of your life with the most beautiful colours of nature. Happy Holi!

10) May you have the most blessed holi festival that you ever had. Happy Holi!

21:21 IST

Holi 2023: Celebrating the essence of Radha-Krishna Holi

The essence and the elemental reason behind Holi celebration is Radha and Krishna. Holi bhajans to celebrating the beauty of Nand Lala.

21:16 IST

Holi celebrations: Actress Tamnnaah Bhatia celebrated Holi in Nepal

The south star shares Holi wishes with celebretory pics.

Happy Holi from Nepal pic.twitter.com/FgtpF0so8C

— Tamannaah Bhatia (@tamannaahspeaks) March 7, 2023

21:13 IST

Happy Holi: Virat Kohli shares colourful pics from team celebrations

Cricketer Virat Kohli celebrated Holi a day early with Rohit Sharma, Shubhman Gill and the entire Indian cricket team in Ahemdabad. Here in frame with Ravindra Jadeja.

Happy Holi to all  pic.twitter.com/AHWWLI1ojl

— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) March 7, 2023

21:07 IST

Holi 2023: Lucknow Metro services to begin late on Holi day

On Tuesday, the Lucknow Metro Rail Corporation (LMRC) officials made an announcement. On Wednesday, the service will start at 2.30 p.m. from both hubs, CCS Airport and Munshipulia metro stations, and run as usual until 10 p.m. 

20:58 IST

Haoli Hai! Decor ideas for your Holi party

Add the folowing to your Holi bash tommorow for a festive spirit:

- Lanterns

- Flower arrangements

- Throw pillows

- Bright and dazzling tablecloths

20:40 IST

Holika Dahan 2023: Celebrations in Chattisgarh

Holika Dahan being performed a  few hours before in capital city of Raipur.

#WATCH | Chhattisgarh: 'Holika Dahan' being performed hours ahead of #Holi, in Raipur. pic.twitter.com/eXz8l793hA

— ANI MP/CG/Rajasthan (@ANI_MP_CG_RJ) March 7, 2023

20:30 IST

Holika Dahan 2023: Holy pyre worshipped in India

Holika Dahan is being observed in India U.P., Delhi, Gujarat, Rajasthan among others.

#WATCH | Gujarat: People walk on burning embers as part of Holika Dahan rituals, in Gandhinagar (06.03) pic.twitter.com/UnmJCvriaP

— ANI (@ANI) March 6, 2023

20:26 IST

Holika Dahan 2023: Celebrations taking place all across India

Holika Dahan is beingobserved in India with people seeking blessings from the holy pyre.

20:10 IST

Holi Celebrations: Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma Play Holi

Since Shubman Gill posted the video on social media, it has viral. Team India has arrived in Ahmedabad for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test match against Australia.

20:05 IST

Holi 2023: Unique Traditions Followed on Holi

1. Bhang thandai

2. Holi ashes

3. Holika Dahan

4. Idols on swings

5. Elephant festival

19:56 IST

Happy Holi: Beautiful celebrations at Barsana

Mesmerizing imgaes from the land of Shree Krishna and Radha, and colourful celebrations.

Colours of the Divine Radha Rani Mandir ~ Barsana. Happy Holi pic.twitter.com/LPkWv8UMmm

— Raghu (@IndiaTales7) March 7, 2023

19:44 IST

Happy Holi 2023: Thandai recipe to try at home

Traditionally, Thandai was made with bhang (Cannabis). To make it more intoxicating, some people still add weed to it nowadays. So use extreme caution and experiment with Bhang Thandai at your own risk.

19:40 IST

Holika Dahan 2023: Timing/ Shubh Muhurat

Choti Holi or Holika Dahan falls on March 7, 2023. The Holika Dahan mahurat will begin at 06:24 pm and will end at 08:51 pm on March 7.

18:22 IST

Holika Dahan 2023: Who was Demoness Holika?

Demoness Holika was Prahlad's aunt and the sister of King Hiranyakashipu.

For more read here- Holika Dahan 2023: Why Is The Demoness Holika Worshipped On Holi, Know The Entire Story Behind Holi

16:22 IST

Noida Metro Rail Services To Commence After 2 pm On Holi

The Noida-Greater Noida Metro will run after 2 pm on March 8 on account of Holi. Noida Metro Rail Corporation managing director Ritu Maheshwari stated that the metro services will not ply until 2 pm. 

15:46 IST

'Balam Pichkari Jo Without Consent Mujhe Maari': UP Police Extends Holi Greetings With A Twist

"Wishing a happy #Holi to all! Remember that consent is the key to keeping the festival vibrant. If you experience any harassment or assault, #Dial112 for police assistance," read the tweet of UP Police. 

'Holi-g̶a̶n̶i̶s̶m̶'

Wishing a happy #Holi to all!
Remember that consent is the key to keeping the festival vibrant.
If you experience any harassment or assault, #Dial112 for police assistance. #HoliOverHooliganism pic.twitter.com/EDecGiKDSN

— UP POLICE (@Uppolice) March 7, 2023

14:54 IST

Holi Celebration: Holkar Royal Family Performs Holika Dahan At Rajwada In Indore

Richard Holkar carried the 300-year-old tradition of Holkar Royal family by performing Holika Dahan at Rajwada in Madhya Pradesh's Indore. Around 300 years ago, King Malhar Rao Holkar of Indore started this tradition, after which it was carried forward by his successor Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar and it is still going on. `Holika Dahan` is also called Sarkari Holi here. 

14:25 IST

Happy Holi Wishes: Legendary Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar shares Holi wishes with a yummy twist

Sachin Tendulkar wishes everyone a Happy Holi with tasty Puran Poli on twitter with a riddle as caption, "....Can you guess what's on my plate?"

Happy Holi everyone!

Can you guess what's on my plate?  pic.twitter.com/dV1UxVcc9M

— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) March 7, 2023

14:12 IST

Happy Holi 2023: Celebrities share heartfelt Holi wishes

Actor Sidharth Malhotra wishes a Happy Holi on social media captioned, "Happy Holi from me and my love to you and yours" 

Happy Holi from me and my love to you and yours
pic.twitter.com/UPQjsqFFLk

— Sidharth Malhotra (@SidMalhotra) March 7, 2023

13:51 IST

Happy Holi 2023: Locals And Foreigners Celebrate Festival Of Colours- WATCH

#WATCH | Rajasthan: Foreign tourists, along with locals, play with colours in Jaipur as they celebrate the festival of #Holi. The event has been organised by the State Govt's Tourism Dept. pic.twitter.com/fs3LLBZE1o

— ANI MP/CG/Rajasthan (@ANI_MP_CG_RJ) March 7, 2023

Rajasthan: Foreign tourists, along with locals, play with colours in Jaipur. 

13:03 IST

Holi Celebration: Devotees Celebrate Festival Of Colours At Priyankant Ju Temple In Vrindavan 

Holi celebrations have begun in various states across India as festival of colours is just around the corner. Today, devotees celebrated Holi at Priyakant Ju Temple in Vrindavan with full enthusiasm, joy and love. Meanwhile, Prayagraj also witnessed Holi celebration at Chandra Shekhar Azad Park today. 

12:49 IST

Holi Celebrations At Dwarkadhish Temple In Mathura

A "riot of colours" is the appropriate description for the Holi celebration at the Dwarkadhish temple in Mathura. Holi is celebrated every day in all of Mathura's major Krishna temples throughout the weeklong celebrations. At this temple, Lathmar Holi is celebrated as per tradition. At the Dwarkadhish Temple in Mathura, Holi Day is a sight to behold.

10:53 IST

Holi Celebration: Widows Celebrate Festival Of Colours At Vrindavan's Gopinath Temple

Widows from ashrams in Vrindavan played Holi at the Gopinath temple, defying a custom which forbids them from celebrating the festival of colours. According to a practice which was prevalent in West Bengal, widows were not only considered virtually untouchable, but also deprived of participation in any festival. Hence, this event was organised to bring these widows into the mainstream of society and efforts are made to make them self-reliant by training them to prepare herbal Gulal, 'agarbattis' (incense sticks), candles, said Supervisor of the event. 

10:42 IST

Holi Celebration At Mahakal Temple In Ujjain

Priests, Pandas and devotees celebrated Holi at the famous Mahakaleshwar Temple in Madhya Pradesh`s Ujjain during the `Bhasma Aarti` on March 7. Bhasma aarti (offering with ashes) is a famous ritual here. It is performed during the Brahma Muhurta between 4 am and 5:30 am. On the occasion, the sanctum sanctorum of the Mahakal temple got drenched with gulal and special Shringar (adorning) of Baba Mahakal was done with dry fruits and Bhang (Hemp).

10:16 IST

Indian Stock Market To Remain Closed On Holi

Indian stock markets BSE and NSE will remain closed today on March 7 on account of Holi. The market will resume trade on March 8. 

09:49 IST

Holi 2023 Delhi Metro Update: 

Om March 8, the Delhi Metro train services will begin from 2:30 pm on all lines including Rapid Metro/ Airport Express Line. As per officials, metro services will not be available until 2:30 pm in the national capital on all lines. 

09:16 IST

Holi Wishes:

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot conveyed his "best wishes" on the occasion of Holi.

"Color, union, smile... Happy Holi Rajasthan. Many many best wishes to all the countrymen on the occasion of Rangotsav, which colors different faiths and creeds in one colour. May the colors of Holi bring all the enthusiasm in your life and sweetness in your relationships," Gehlot tweeted. 

रंग, मिलन, मुस्कान
शुभ होली राजस्थान

विभिन्न मत और पंथ को एक रंग में रंगने वाले रंगोत्सव की समस्त देशवासियों को बहुत बहुत शुभकामनाएं।

होली के रंग आप सभी के जीवन में सारे उमंग और पकवान रिश्तों में मिठास लेकर आएं। pic.twitter.com/dDk8gF22DN

— Ashok Gehlot (@ashokgehlot51) March 7, 2023

09:07 IST

Holi Celebration: BSF Jawans Celebrate Holi With Locals In J-K's Samba

The Border Security Force (BSF) Jawans celebrated the festival of colours, Holi at the International Border in the Samba sector of Jammu and Kashmir. BSF Jawans further extended their best wishes and greetings to locals ahead of Holi. 

08:49 IST

Holi 2023: Indian Railways To Run Holi Special trains

To ease the festive rush, the Indian Railways will run 491 trips of 196 special trains during Holi. Indian Railways has taken this initiative for the convenience of passengers. These special trains will connect major destinations pan-India. 

08:20 IST

Holika Dahan Date and Time:

Holika Dahan Date:

Holika Dahan will be celebrated on March 7, 2023. 

Holika Dahan Shubh Muhurat:

According to Drik Panchang, the Holika Dahan muhurat will begin at 06:24 pm and will end at 08:51 pm on March 7. 

However, the Purnima Tithi will begin at 04:17 pm on March 6 and will end at 06:09 pm on March 7.

08:05 IST

Holika Dahan Wishes: Greetings And Messages To Share On Choti Holi

1) May this Holi brings positivity, hope, and opportunities to achieve heights in your life. Here's wishing you a very happy and safe Choti Holi. 

2) This Holika Dahan, may all your sorrows, problems, and pain come to an end, and may you live a happy, healthy, prosperous life. Wish you a very Happy Choti Holi. 

3) Here’s wishing you and your loved ones a very Happy Holi.

4) ‘Apko aur apke parivar ko Holika Dahan ki bhut shubhkaamnayein.’ (Wish you and your family a very happy and prosperous Holika Dahan.)

5) This Holika Dahan, may Lord Narasimha shower the best of his blessings on you and your family. Wish you a very happy Choti Holi.