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7 Colourful Festivals Around The World That Are Just Like Holi
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7 Colourful Festivals Around The World That Are Just Like Holi

Holi, the festival of colours, is one of India's most joyful celebrations. This festival marks the victory of good over evil and the arrival of spring. But the magic of Holi isn't limited to India. Across the globe, communities have created their own vibrant, messy, and fun-filled festivals inspired by similar themes of renewal, unity, and joy. From soaking each other in water to throwing fruits and mud, these festivals showcase the universal love for colour and celebration. ALSO READ: Pune’s ‘Pailwan’ Plans 1,000 Litres Of Thandai For Holi 2026, Orders Already Pouring In 1. Songkran (Thailand) (Image Source: Twitter/@BarsThailand) Songkran, Thailand’s New Year festival, is often called the world’s most famous water fight. Streets overflow with people armed with water guns, buckets, and smiles. Symbolising purification, it washes away misfortune from the previous year while welcoming a fresh start. Music, laughter, and playful splashes make it a joyous event that mirrors the carefree spirit of Holi. 2. Boryeong Mud Festival (South Korea) (Image Source: Twitter/@travalacom) Every July, Daecheon Beach transforms into a playground for mud lovers. The Boryeong Mud Festival began as a way to promote mud skincare products but has grown into a global sensation. Visitors jump, slide, and wrestle in colourful mud, celebrating carefree joy and community bonding, much like the exuberance of Holi. 3. Chinchilla Watermelon Festival (Australia) (Image Source: Twitter/@cric_rakesh) In Chinchilla, Queensland, the Watermelon Festival brings fruit lovers together for a week of melon-themed activities. From Melon Bull’s Eye to Melon Bungee, the event combines games, laughter, and healthy competition. This festival’s playful spirit and communal excitement reflect Holi’s celebratory energy. 4. La Tomatina (Spain) (Image Source: Twitter/@travalacom) Held every August in Buñol, Spain, La Tomatina is a chaotic, vibrant, and utterly messy tomato fight. Over 100 tonnes of overripe tomatoes fly through the air as thousands join in the fun. Like Holi, it’s an opportunity to forget daily worries, get messy, and celebrate life with pure joy. 5. Battle Of The Oranges (Italy) (Image Source: Twitter/@timecaptales) In Ivrea, Italy, the Battle of the Oranges is the country’s largest food fight. Originating in 1808, participants throw around 400 tonnes of oranges in organized groups. It’s a tradition filled with laughter, competition, and chaos, capturing the same energy, colour, and mischief as Holi. 6. Haro Wine Festival (Spain) (Image Source: Twitter/@eyeofglobe) In the northern Spanish town of Haro, locals and visitors splash each other with wine every Saint Peter’s Day. Known as Batalla Del Vino, the festival is a unique way to welcome summer while creating a vibrant, messy, and unforgettable experience reminiscent of Holi’s playful nature. 7. Cascamorras (Spain) (Image Source: Twitter/@tameryazar) Celebrated in Guadix and Baza, Spain, Cascamorras dates back to 1490. The festival involves playful battles over the Virgin Mary statue, with participants covering each other in paint, powder, and colour. Like Holi, it’s messy, fun, and an expression of cultural pride and community spirit.

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IPL 2026: New Start Date Announced, RCB Confirmed For First Match
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IPL 2026: New Start Date Announced, RCB Confirmed For First Match

IPL 2026 start date, full schedule: The wait is almost over for IPL fans. BCCI has reportedly revised the start date for Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, pushing the start back by two days to accommodate upcoming state assembly elections. IPL 2026 New Schedule & Key Dates The complete schedule for Indian Premier League 2026 is still being finalized, the broad window for the 19th edition of the league has been set: Revised Start Date: March 28, 2026 (Initially planned for March 26). Final Date: May 31, 2026. Tournament Duration: Approximately 9 weeks of high-octane T20 action. RCB to feature in Season Opener As per the long-standing IPL tradition where defending champions host the first game, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) is confirmed to play the opening match of IPL 2026 season. RCB's Opponent: Announcement for official IPL 2026 schedule is pending, but reports strongly suggest a blockbuster clash against either Chennai Super Kings (CSK) or last year's runners-up, Punjab Kings. Venue Uncertainty: There is a cloud over whether the first match of IPL 2026 will be held at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. Following a tragic stampede during last year's victory celebrations, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) is still in talks with Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA). Backup venues like Navi Mumbai, Pune, and Raipur have been shortlisted. Why delay in full schedule annoucement? The primary reason for the delay in releasing the full schedule is pending announcement of election dates in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, and Assam. These states host critical venues like Eden Gardens (Kolkata), Chepauk (Chennai), and Guwahati. BCCI plans to release IPL 2026 schedule in two halves, a strategy previously used during election years in 2019 and 2024. Quick Stats: IPL 2026 Format Total Teams: 10 Total Matches: 84 (Expanding from the previous 74-match format). Defending Champions: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (Winners of IPL 2025). Also on ABP Live | How Pakistan Qualifies For T20 World Cup Semifinals After England vs New Zealand: All Scenarios

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8 months ago
'Opportunity to consider options': US govt seeks delay in tariff refunds battle as Trump fumes over possible 'rehearing'
Business

'Opportunity to consider options': US govt seeks delay in tariff refunds battle as Trump fumes over possible 'rehearing'

The Trump administration is requesting a delay in legal proceedings concerning tariff refunds. This comes after the Supreme Court ruled against his global duties. The US government argues for a "appropriately careful process, not breakneck speed." Earlier, Trump criticised the decision warning of significant payouts and questioned the "possibility of a rehearing."

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8 months ago
On Cam: Thar SUV Drags Motorcycle 10 Km After Petrol Pump Dispute In Greater Noida
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On Cam: Thar SUV Drags Motorcycle 10 Km After Petrol Pump Dispute In Greater Noida

A chilling road incident in Greater Noida has sparked outrage after a Thar SUV allegedly rammed into a motorcycle and dragged it for nearly 10 kilometres in a high-speed escape attempt, police said. The dramatic episode unfolded in the Dhoom Manikpur area when the SUV driver reportedly stopped at a petrol pump, refuelled, and then sped away without clearing the bill. Pump staff chased the vehicle on a motorcycle in an effort to stop him. Greater Noida SUV Chase: How Petrol Pump Dispute Turned Violent According to police, during the pursuit, the SUV collided with the motorcycle, knocking the rider to the ground and leaving him injured. The two-wheeler became lodged beneath the SUV. Instead of halting, the driver allegedly continued driving at high speed, dragging the motorcycle along the road, as per reports. Eyewitnesses said sparks flew as the motorcycle scraped the asphalt. The friction eventually caused the vehicle to catch fire. Locals shouted and tried to alert the driver, but he reportedly did not stop. VIDEO | Greater Noida: A speeding Thar SUV rammed into a motorcycle and dragged it for several kilometres. The driver of the vehicle has been arrested. The incident was caught on CCTV. #Thar #GreaterNoida(Source: Third Party)(Full video available on PTI Videos -… pic.twitter.com/9y8vBEMAGw — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) February 28, 2026 The incident created panic among residents and commuters as the SUV continued for several kilometres with the damaged motorcycle trapped underneath. 10 Km Pursuit: Police Teams From Three Stations Intercept SUV Police from Badalpur, Dadri Kot, and Jarcha stations coordinated efforts to track and stop the vehicle. After chasing it for nearly 10 kilometres, officers managed to intercept the SUV and detain the driver. The vehicle was seized at the scene. Authorities identified the accused as Harsh, a 22-year-old resident of Bulandshahr. Officials confirmed that CCTV footage captured the sequence of events, which is now being reviewed as part of the investigation. Police from Badalpur station said a detailed probe is underway to determine the precise charges to be filed. Faridabad Thar Crash Raises Fresh Concerns  The Greater Noida case comes days after a separate Thar SUV accident in Faridabad, Haryana, where a 15-year-old boy lost his life and two others were injured when the vehicle fell nearly 100 feet into a gorge. The SUV was reportedly owned by a 20-year-old friend who was allegedly performing stunts near a cliff. Harsh is expected to face charges related to dangerous driving, causing injury, and property damage as the probe continues.

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8 months ago
Why An Emergency Fund Is Your Best Defence Against Financial Stress
Business

Why An Emergency Fund Is Your Best Defence Against Financial Stress

Financial stress rarely announces its arrival. Instead, it builds quietly, like a ticking time bomb. A sudden layoff, unplanned medical treatment, or unavoidable house repairs can all trigger stress, mental, and financial. A recent survey titled ‘BankBazaar Aspiration Index 2025-26’ highlights that mental health remains one of India’s top aspirations year after year. However, the financial preparedness to achieve it has worsened, dropping from 7.0 to 8.0. Stress, after all, often stems from uncertainty rather than actual loss. Not knowing whether you could manage a few months without income fuels anxiety. This is especially relevant at a time when AI is reshaping careers and income paths, with nearly 12% survey respondents reporting job or income loss due to AI. This is where an emergency fund is more than just savings. It acts as a financial cushion that absorbs shocks before they turn into long-term stress. It provides much-needed breathing space when income may be unstable. Size Of Your Emergency Fund When income falls or stops, an emergency fund can helps cover essential expenses. More importantly, it helps preserve savings, and prevent investments and long-term goals from being disrupted. Ideally, the corpus should cover 3-9 months of essential expenses. Consider this example. If you earn Rs 50,000 a month, a 6-month emergency fund would be Rs 3 lakh. If you save 20 per cent of your income and earn a modest 5.5 per cent annual interest, it would take you roughly 28 months to build this corpus. If you save only 10 per cent of your monthly income, building the same fund may take close to 4.5 years. If you bump your savings up to 30 per cent, the timeline drops to under 2 years. Higher returns, bonuses, or increments can shorten further this timeline. Keep It Safe, Use It Wisely Park your emergency fund in instruments that offer safety and quick access, such as a savings bank account, short-term fixed deposit or liquid mutual fund. Options like sweep-in FDs or laddered FDs can slightly improve returns without compromising liquidity. The focus should be on stability, not growth. Protecting the fund is as critical as building it. Use it strictly for genuine disruptions such as job loss, sudden medical expenses, or urgent family needs. Avoid dipping into it for discretionary spending like holidays, gadgets, weddings, down payments, or investing. An emergency fund cannot remove life’s uncertainties, but can change how you respond to them. With a financial cushion set aside, setbacks feel manageable rather than catastrophic. It prevents high interest borrowing, protects long-term investments, and reduces chances of hasty career decisions driven by fear. Simply put, an emergency fund is a practical and powerful way to safeguard your mental well-being. (The author is CEO, BankBazaar.com. This article has been published as part of a special arrangement with BankBazaar)

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