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Holi, the vibrant festival of colours, is celebrated in countless ways across India, reflecting the country’s rich diversity in language, food, and culture. From Dhulandi in Haryana to Lathmar Holi in Uttar Pradesh, each region has its own unique twist on the festivities. Amid all this colour and joy, some age-old traditions continue to shine, like Jaipur’s gulal gota, delicate lac balls filled with vibrant gulal powder. These tiny, handcrafted shells, once a royal custom, add a dash of history and craftsmanship to Holi, reminding us that the festival is not just about throwing colours, but also about preserving traditions…

Along with India, the Pakistani president also called on Afghanistan for negotiations amid the ongoing conflict with the Taliban. Months after a military conflict between India and Pakistan following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack, Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari has claimed that New Delhi is “preparing for another war.” Speaking during a joint sitting of the parliament, the Pakistani leader claimed that India was preparing for another war with Islamabad. After making this claim, Zardari urged for peaceful negotiations and talks with New Delhi. “My message to them (India) is to move away from the war theatre to meaningful negotiation…

Pakistan’s defence minister Khawaja Asif on Tuesday dragged India’s name in the ongoing war in the Middle East, saying that in case the regime changes in Iran, its “joint single point agenda” along with New Delhi and Afghanistan will be “enmity towards Pakistan”. Sharing a long rant on social media platform X, Asif said that the “Zionist” agenda was to bring Israel’s influence right up to Pakistan’s border. “Despite Iran’s readiness for agreement, a war has been imposed upon them, and its agenda, orchestrated by the Zionists, includes bringing Israel’s influence right up to Pakistan’s border,” Asif said in the…

Founded in memory of Prithviraj Kapoor, known as the patriarch of Indian cinema and great-grandfather to Bollywood actors like Karisma Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor, and Ranbir Kapoor — Prithvi Theatre remains a masterclass in intimate, functional design. On March 3, 2026, Architectural Digest India shared a peek inside the matte-black facade of Mumbai’s most storied stage.  While its history is rooted in the 1970s, the visual identity of the space remains timeless, balancing raw industrial elements with a cosy, lived-in warmth. Here is a look at the design details that make this Juhu landmark a sanctuary for the arts. The building…

Etihad and Emirates have announced they will operate at limited capacity from Dubai and Abu Dhabi until at least March 4, with some repatriation flights. The Israeli-US war with Iran has brought West Asia to a standstill and has stranded thousands in one of the busiest transport spaces, with multiple countries closing their airspaces due to the conflict. Both the Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports had temporarily shut down operations after the United Arab Emirates (UAE) government announced a temporary partial airspace closure. The country’s two carriers, Etihad Airways and Emirates, have announced they will operate at limited capacity until…

Amid protests sparked by the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Kashmir authorities have imposed sweeping restrictions and internet shutdowns, to maintain order. Authorities across Kashmir have imposed sweeping restrictions on movement, gatherings and internet services on Monday after large-scale protests erupted over the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a joint US-Israel strike. Protests had earlier broken out in Lal Chowk, Saida Kadal, Budgam, Bandipora, Anantnag and Pulwama. Demonstrators were seen beating their chests and raising anti-US and anti-Israel slogans. Kashmir has an estimated 15 lakh Shias. The iconic Lal Chowk in Srinagar was completely sealed with…

The U.S. Embassy in Bahrain has warned US citizens to “exercise caution and maintain vigilance” amid continued “drone and missile attacks from Iran.” The U.S. Embassy in Bahrain has warned US citizens to “exercise caution and maintain vigilance” amid continued “drone and missile attacks from Iran.” In a security alert shared by the US Dept. of State Consular Affairs on X, the embassy stressed that hotels may be a target for attacks. “The U.S. Embassy has advised U.S. citizens in Bahrain that hotels might be a target for attacks, and encourages U.S. citizens to avoid hotels in Manama,” reads the…

An Australian influencer in Dubai, Louise Starkey expressed fear as missiles illuminated the skyline. Her videos of sparked backlash. An influencer living in Dubai is facing criticism online after sharing emotional videos during Iranian missile strikes targeting sites in the United Arab Emirates, saying, “I’m actually so scared.” Louise Starkey posted footage to Instagram, as missiles lit up the night sky and air defense systems intercepted projectiles over the city’s skyline. The strikes followed joint US-Israeli attacks on Iranian targets, triggering retaliation across parts of the Middle East. What Louise Starkey said In one clip, Starkey appeared visibly shaken as…

The US has issued a Level 4 travel warning for Iran and Iraq, urging Americans not to travel due to rising tensions from US combat operations.  The United States has issued its highest travel warning, “Level 4: Do Not Travel” for Iran and Iraq, as tensions rise following US combat operations in Iran. In a February 28 “Worldwide Caution,” the US Department of State said: “Following the launch of US combat operations in Iran, Americans worldwide and especially in the Middle East should follow the guidance in the latest security alerts issued by the nearest US embassy or consulate.” The…

For the past 40 years, Khamenei has ruled over Iran with an iron fist. His death, the US hopes, would lead to a much-awaited regime change in the country. Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was declared dead on Sunday by the Iranian government. Khamenei, who was the central figure of the Islamic Republic since 1989, was killed in his office during a joint military operation by the United States and Israel. For the past 40 years, Khamenei has ruled over Iran with an iron fist. His death, the US hopes, would lead to a much-awaited regime change in the…