Holi is celebrated on the full moon of Phagan. Holi marks the advent of spring and ripening of crops in Northern India. Not only it is a season of romance and excitement, folk songs and dances, it is also an occasion of playing with powder, perfumes, and colours.

1 day ago · When and Why Is Holi Celebrated? Traditionally a Hindu holiday, Holi is celebrated in India, Nepal, other South Asian countries, and increasingly around the world, even by those not of Indian descent. This revered festival falls on Purnima (the full moon) of Phalguna (the last month of the Hindu lunar calendar).On the Georgian calendar, Phalguna usually occurs some time during the months of ...

2 days ago · A rare total lunar eclipse, also known as the Blood Moon, will coincide with Holi celebrations in India on March 14, 2025, captivating skywatchers with its unique reddish-orange coloration during ...

3 days ago · Holi is celebrated on the full moon day of the Hindu lunar month of Falgun, which usually falls in February or March, as per the Gregorian calendar. In 2025, the Holi festivities will begin with Holika Dahan on the evening of Thursday, March 13, followed by the colour-filled celebrations, the main day of Holi, on March 14, Friday .

1 day ago · India will witness a rare total lunar eclipse on March 14, coinciding with Holi. Key cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai will observe the 'Blood Moon' as Earth's shadow turns the Moon red. A total lunar eclipse will take place today, March 14, …

1 day ago · As Holi paints the world in vibrant hues that the sky prepares its own spectacle, a rare Blood Moon. However, this total lunar eclipse will remain unseen in India, adding mystery to the festive night. Listen to Story Total lunar eclipse on March …

3 days ago · Holi 2025 will be celebrated on March 14. The festival of colours will coincide with a rare celestial event - a lunar eclipse. The Chandra Grahan will be visible from various parts of the world and is expected to last for 65 minutes. The eclipse will occur during the last moon of winter, which is known as the Worm Moon.

Holi is a holiday celebrated by millions of Hindus around the world, from India and Pakistan to Trinidad and Tobago, and the United States. It falls on the purnima, or full-moon day of...

1 day ago · Total Lunar eclipse to occur on March 14 This is first lunar eclipse of the year 2025 Lunar eclipse will not be visible in India Science News: As the nation is set to celebrate the festival of Holi on Friday, the occasion will be accompanied by a celestial event, a …

5 days ago · A rare Total Lunar Eclipse, coinciding with the Holi festival, will occur on March 14, 2025, where the moon will turn a deep crimson color. Skywatchers in North and South America, Western Africa ...