While the Holika Dahan is typically observed on the full moon night of the Phalguna month, religious scholars and astrologers have advised devotees to perform the 'Chhoti Holi' rituals on the evening of Monday, March 2, or in the early hours of March 3, to avoid the inauspicious Sutak period associated with the eclipse.
'Bacha bazi', a form of child exploitation in Afghanistan, faces a legal vacuum under the Taliban's 2026 penal code. While officially banned, the code lacks protections against sexual abuse, focusing only on physical harm. Vulnerable boys remain at risk of enslavement by elites, as strict moral laws often discourage victims from reporting.
The ‘ChiChi Call’ video link scam is a viral cyber trap using deepfake technology and phishing links like ‘Vera Hill’ to target users. Scammers entice victims with fake MMS videos to steal social media credentials or install malware. Experts warn that these links are purely malicious, designed for sextortion and data theft, urging users to avoid clicking.
India’s Ministry of External Affairs has issued urgent travel advisories for nationals in Iran and Mexico. Those in Iran are urged to leave via commercial flights due to regional military tensions. In Mexico, citizens must "shelter in place" following retaliatory violence sparked by the killing of cartel leader 'El Mencho'.
A 19-year-old college student was allegedly drugged and gang-raped by two men during a private party at a luxury villa in north Bengaluru. The survivor, a first-year BA student originally from Tirupur, Tamil Nadu, had been invited to the gathering by an acquaintance she met through the social media platform Instagram.
Popular Indian gaming influencer Payal Dhare, known as 'Payal Gaming', recently met with Google CEO Sundar Pichai reportedly at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in Delhi. The meeting marks a resilient milestone following a late-2025 deepfake controversy, where she firmly addressed the circulation of AI-manipulated videos that violated her privacy.
The Punjab State Dear Holi Bumper 2026 lottery offers a INR 3 crore top prize. Tickets cost INR 500, with ten lakh units available in two series. The draw result is set for March 14, 2026, at 6:00 PM in Ludhiana. While the first prize is drawn from sold tickets, winners above INR 10,000 must claim prizes in Chandigarh within 30 days.
The US men’s hockey team clinched gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics with a 2-1 overtime win against Canada. The victory sparked a diplomatic row as the White House shared a provocative image of a bald eagle attacking a goose. The post fueled months of tension over President Trump’s '51st state' rhetoric and threats of 100% tariffs on Ottawa.
A viral video shows former BJP MP Sukhbir Singh Jaunapuria refusing blankets to Muslim women in Rajasthan’s Tonk. After asking their names, he claimed those who "abuse PM Modi" have no right to the aid. While Jaunapuria defended the act as a personal initiative, Congress leaders condemned it as "inhuman" and an insult to the Constitution.
The gold rate in Dubai maintained a stable position on Monday morning, February 23, as global markets reopened for the new trading week. Following a period of consolidation over the weekend, the retail rate for 24-carat gold in the "City of Gold" stands at AED 615.25 per gram. Check out the 18K, 21K, 22K and 24K Dubai gold rate today, February 23, in AED, USD and INR below.
GTA 6 is officially launching on November 19, 2026, for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. Rockstar Games confirmed the date after several delays, with marketing set to begin in summer 2026. Recent price leaks suggest a standard edition cost between USD 70 and USD 100, while Indian gamers expect a price tag around INR 7,199.
Scroll below to check silver rate in major Indian cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad, Kolkata, Pune, Kerala, and Vadodara. The market is in a consolidation phase as investors digest global economic cues and a significant rebound that occurred late last week.
The Mexican military killed Nemesio ‘El Mencho’ Oseguera Cervantes, leader of the CJNG, during a raid in Jalisco on Feb 22, 2026. The death of Mexico's most wanted man sparked widespread narco-blockades, airport closures, and a Code Red alert. As the cartel retaliates, authorities warn of a potential power struggle within the organization.
Indian equity markets opened the week on a cautious note, with investors closely tracking select heavyweight and high-momentum stocks. Amid global volatility and sector-specific developments, five major companies are drawing significant attention across banking, renewable energy, telecom, infrastructure, and NBFC space.
The killing of CJNG leader El Mencho by the Mexican Army on February 22, has sparked widespread violence across Jalisco. Cartel members set fire to gas stations and blocked roads in Guadalajara, leading to a 'Code Red' alert. Authorities report seven cartel deaths and have issued shelter-in-place orders as airlines suspend flights.
Three women from Arunachal Pradesh allege racial slurs and harassment by neighbours in South Delhi’s Malviya Nagar after a minor dispute. FIR registered under BNS Section 196.
A shocking incident has emerged from Maharashtra’s Mul taluka, where a 37 year old man allegedly killed his 65 year old mother following a heated argument over dinner. The tragic episode took place on Thursday night in Dongargaon village and has left the local community stunned.
The Nagaland State Lottery Sambad Dear Magic Sunday weekly lottery results will be announced today, February 22, at 8 pm. Viewers who bought lottery tickets are encouraged to stay tuned to witness the live streaming and know the winners of the Nagaland State weekly lottery results.
Air India has announced the cancellation of all scheduled flights to New York and Newark for February 23, as a powerful winter storm approaches the U.S. East Coast. The decision comes after aviation authorities and weather agencies issued severe weather alerts, predicting heavy snowfall and high winds that are expected to ground hundreds of flights across the region.
According to the Hindu lunar calendar, Holashtak commences on the Ashtami Tithi (eighth day) of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Phalguna. This year, the period will conclude on the evening of March 3 with the ritual of Holika Dahan, clearing the way for the color celebrations of Rangwali Holi on March 4.
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