For 15 days from today no protests will be allowed, says Karnataka govt

Holi, the festival of colours is here to mark a fun-filled ending to the month, but due to the surge in COVID-19 cases, several restrictions have been put in many states to contain the virus. People won't be allowed to attend public gatherings on a festival that is being celebrated on Monday (March 29) this year.

By Zee Media Bureau | Last Updated: Tuesday, March 30, 2021 - 00:10
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New Delhi: Holi, the festival of colours is here to mark a fun-filled ending to the month, but due to the surge in COVID-19 cases, several restrictions have been put in many states to contain the virus. People won't be allowed to attend public gatherings on a festival that is being celebrated on Monday (March 29) this year.

India, notably, added over 62,000 COVID-19 infections to its total caseload for the second consecutive day on Sunday. The country's active coronavirus count is now nearing 5 lakh which is the reason why the Central and State governments have taken strict measures to break the transmission chain of the virus.

In other news, the West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is likely to hold a 'Padyatra' in Nandigram, followed by public meetings in Boyal and Amdabad.

BJP's Suvendu Adhikari is also likely to hold public rallies at several locations ahead of the West Bengal Assembly elections' phase II polling on April 1. The state had recorded 82 per cent voter turnout in the first phase on March 27.

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29 March 2021, 23:15 PM

A bomb kept in a house, near Bhatpara Police station in North 24 Parganas district, exploded earlier today. The house was damaged in the explosion, nearby houses damaged too. Area cordoned off.

29 March 2021, 22:13 PM

4 Police personnel injured after some Sikh youth broke gates of Gurudwara in Nanded & allegedly attacked them in Maharashtra.

29 March 2021, 19:20 PM

We are not going to close schools and colleges. We have taken suggestions about closing schools, it will be reviewed after exams that will finish in 15 days: Karnataka Government.

29 March 2021, 19:20 PM

For 15 days from today no protests, rallies will be allowed. Number of cases in apartments are increasing, so no parties or celebration allowed from today. There will be no lockdown. Strict action will be taken against people who don't wear mask: Karnataka Government.

29 March 2021, 19:18 PM

Karnataka sex tape case involving former minister and BJP leader Ramesh Jarkiholi: SIT forms a special 8-member team for the protection of the woman in the case. She has alleged threat from Ramesh Jarkiholi.

29 March 2021, 18:37 PM

CRPF constable Jagganath Roy, who was injured in Lawaypora terror attack, succumbed to his injuries at a hospital today. A total of 3 CRPF jawans lost their lives in the terror attack that took place on March 25th in J&K.
 

29 March 2021, 17:18 PM

CM Sarbananda Sonowal participated in #Holi celebrations at Fancy Bazaar in Guwahati, Assam on Monday (March 29).

29 March 2021, 17:17 PM

Take a look at some of the visuals from the road show:

29 March 2021, 17:16 PM

Union Minister and BJP leader Piyush Goyal holds a roadshow in Thrissur, Kerala.

29 March 2021, 13:49 PM

Union Minister Piyush Goyal at a roadshow in Kochi: People of Kerala are tired of corruption, failure & misgovernance of both Congress & Communists. They want development, progress & jobs. They want tourism to grow. Kerala is poised for change, they deserve change.

 

29 March 2021, 12:48 PM

Bihar: Children in Patna caught on camera while enjoying the colourful festival.

Punjab: People celebrating Holi in Amritsar.

29 March 2021, 12:47 PM

Andhra Pradesh: Three people died after two buses they were travelling in collided head-on in Vizianagaram district early morning today. 

29 March 2021, 12:45 PM

West Bengal: Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee holds a 'padayatra in Nandigram, the constituency from where she is contesting the state's 2021 assembly polls.

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29 March 2021, 12:45 PM

Delhi Police Commissioner SN Shrivastava tells ANI: As per the Delhi Disaster Management Authority guidelines, no celebrations for Holi, Shab-e-Barat, Navratri, have been allowed at public places. I am happy to inform you that no violation of guidelines has been reported, so far.
 

29 March 2021, 10:25 AM

India records 68,020 new COVID-19 cases, active count crosses 5 lakh. 

29 March 2021, 08:41 AM

US Vice President Kamala Harris: Happy Holi! Holi is best known for vibrant colors that are tossed at friends and loved ones. Full of joy, Holi is all about positivity, setting aside our differences, and coming together. A message that’s been embodied by communities across the world during these tough times.

29 March 2021, 08:25 AM

Madhya Pradesh: Watch devotees of Lord Shiva in Ujjain playing Holi and dancing to the tunes of religious songs.

29 March 2021, 08:24 AM

Uttar Pradesh: Devotees gather at Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan, on the occasion of Holi. 

29 March 2021, 08:20 AM

President Ram Nath Kovind extends greetings on Holi and says, "The festival of colours, Holi, is a festival of social harmony which brings about joy, delight and hope in the lives of people. May this festival further strengthen the spirit of nationalism which is integral to our cultural diversity."

29 March 2021, 07:16 AM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extends best wishes to everyone on the occasion of Holi.
 

 

 

29 March 2021, 07:15 AM

BJP's Suvendu Adhikari is also likely to hold public rallies at several locations ahead of the West Bengal Assembly elections' phase II polling on April 1. The state had recorded 82 per cent voter turnout in the first phase on March 27.

29 March 2021, 07:15 AM

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is likely to hold a 'Padyatra' in Nandigram today, followed by public meetings in Boyal and Amdabad.

29 March 2021, 07:10 AM

Due to the surge in COVID-19 cases, several restrictions have been put in many states to contain the virus. People won't be allowed to attend public gatherings this year. 

29 March 2021, 07:07 AM

A very Happy Holi to everyone from Team Zee News. The country, today, is going to celebrate the festival of colours Holi amid strict COVID-19 measures. India, notably, added over 62,000 COVID-19 infections to its total caseload for the second consecutive day on Sunday. The active coronavirus count in India is now nearing 5 lakh which is the reason why the Central and State governments have taken strict measures to break the transmission chain of the virus.