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Delhi Confidential: Lohri Deadline | Delhi Confidential News

Delhi Confidential: Lohri Deadline | Delhi Confidential News

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Union Power Minister Manohar Lal ensured that Lohri celebrations organised at Haryana Bhawan on Tuesday concluded at the legally-mandated deadline of 10pm. In addition to the minister, CJI Suya Kant and Delhi CM Rekha Gupta were among those who attended the event that was organised by Haryanvi Maitri Sabha. Sources among the guests at the event said the minister had issued clear instructions to wrap it up by 10pm sharp, which were adhered to. Courteous Call After instances of friction between MPs and officers during committee meetings in the recent past, all Union and state government officials have been reminded by the Department of Personnel and Training of the guidelines on how to behave with the elected representatives, from being courteous during meetings and calls to avoiding pre-printed written replies for correspondence. After a Parliamentary Standing Committee in October 2025 asked for the existing guidelines to be reiterated, the DoPT on Monday put out an office memo. The guidelines say while officials should listen to MPs, MLAs and MLCs patiently, they must act only as …

Lohri in Punjab is about family, bonfires and joy: Harnaaz Sandhu

Lohri in Punjab is about family, bonfires and joy: Harnaaz Sandhu

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Harnaaz Sandhu is ushering in the spirit of Lohri with warmth and grace, she will be celebrating the harvest festival, this time in Mumbai with her trademark elegance and infectious smile. The former Miss Universe shares a glimpses of the festivities, blending tradition with contemporary style as she welcomes the season of bonfires, folk songs and togetherness. Harnaaz Sandhu Speaking about the significance of Lohri she says, “Lohri means gratitude, warmth, and being close to my roots. Growing up in Punjab, it was all about family, bonfires, bhangra and listening to Dulla Bhatti was a pure joy. The mustard fields, quiet mornings, and slower life. Visiting my pind( village) and eating lots of pinniyas and catching up with my cousins has been one of the most precious memories that always calms and roots me.” Sharing a Lohri memory that makes her smile she says, “Singing Lohri songs with my extended family, eating lots of “Ghatak”, peanuts, especially after bonfire we all used to jump into Bhangra and singing songs!” No matter where she is in …

Happy Lohri 2026 Wishes, Images, Quotes, WhatsApp Status, Messages, Photos, Pics and Wallpapers to Share with Loved Ones

Happy Lohri 2026 Wishes, Images, Quotes, WhatsApp Status, Messages, Photos, Pics and Wallpapers to Share with Loved Ones

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Happy Lohri 2026 Wishes, Images, Quotes, WhatsApp Status, Messages, Photos, Pics: Lohri, also known as Lohadi or Lal Loi, is a Sikh and Hindu festival celebrated by the lighting of a holy bonfire, which marks the beginning of the harvest season and the ending of the winter solstice. The festival is celebrated in the northern Indian states of Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi, with this year falling on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. With the festival almost here, indianexpress.com has curated special greetings and wishes for its readers to share with their friends, families, and loved ones. Happy Lohri 2026: Wishes for family May this Lohri bring warmth, prosperity, and togetherness to our family, and bless our home with happiness and good health throughout the year. May this Lohri bring warmth, prosperity, and togetherness to our home. Wishing our family good health, happiness, and success throughout the year ahead. As we gather around the sacred fire, may all worries burn away and joy multiply in our family. Happy Lohri 2026. Lohri is a reminder of our roots, …

Kriti Kharbanda shares adorable pictures from her first Lohri with Pulkit Samrat

Kriti Kharbanda shares adorable pictures from her first Lohri with Pulkit Samrat

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The much-loved B-town couple Kriti Kharbanda and Pulkit Samrat celebrated their first Lohri after tying the knot in March last year and the pictures are “kaafi cute” to handle.  The couple took to their Instagram account to share adorable glimpses from their intimate home celebration. Kriti posted photos of the couple taking rounds around the sacred fire, dancing, and celebrating with their parents, making the occasion extra special.            View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Kriti Kharbanda (@kriti.kharbanda) The actress looked stunning in a red suit adorned with intricate floral designs, while Pulkit kept it stylish yet simple in a blue kurta-pyjama set. Along with the pictures, the actress added a caption that read, “Kaafi cute! Hamari pehli Lohri!” Fans flooded the comment section with love and wishes.  One user commented, “Ghar pe hi manali, good idea,” while another added, “Very cute. Bless you guys.” Last year, Kriti celebrated Karwa Chauth with Pulkit and shared a couple …

Sunny Deol treats fans with a sneak peek of his Lohri 2025 celebration

Sunny Deol treats fans with a sneak peek of his Lohri 2025 celebration

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Actor Sunny Deol has treated his fans with a sneak peek of his Lohri celebration. On Tuesday, Sunny dropped a picture on Instagram where he can be seen sitting beside a bonfire and clicking a picture.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Sunny Deol (@iamsunnydeol) His brother and actor Bobby Deol reacted to the post. He dropped heart and fire emojis in the comment section. Netizens also reacted to the post and extended heartwarming wishes to the `Gadar` actor. A user wrote, “Happy Lohri Sunny ji.” Meanwhile, on the work front, Sunny is all set to make his return to the big screen with the action film `Jaat`, following the huge success of `Gadar 2` released in August 2023. The teaser of `Jaat` was unveiled in December last year, giving fans a glimpse of the high-octane action they can expect. `Jaat` is directed by the Telugu director Gopichand Malineni starring Randeep Hooda, Vineet Kumar Singh and …

Celebs share pics from their Lohri celebration

Celebs share pics from their Lohri celebration

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The world celebrated Lohri yesterday on January 14, and now, after coming out of the festive mood, celebrities decided to tease the world by sharing some sweet inside pictures from their Lohri celebrations. From Vicky Kaushal, Prince Narula, and Raveena Tandon to Nimrat Kaur, several celebrities shared inside pictures from the Lohri celebrations. Inside celebs Lohri celebration Raveena Tandon took to her Instagram and shared a series of pictures from her Lohri celebration. While sharing the pictures, Raveena wrote, “Lohri di lakh lakh vadhaiyan!!!!” In the pictures, Raveena can be seen clicking selfies with her friends, while a snap has Raveena and Bhagyashree sharing a smile as they pose together. One video shows Raveena performing rituals.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Raveena Tandon (@officialraveenatandon) Vicky Kaushal also shared pictures, and the Punjabi munda channeled his foodie self as he shared a glimpse of his Lohri feast on his Instagram stories and wrote, “Happy Lohri.” Bhagyashree …

Kriti Kharbanda, Pulkit Samrat dance to dhol beats as they celebrate their first Lohri together after marriage. Watch | Bollywood

Kriti Kharbanda, Pulkit Samrat dance to dhol beats as they celebrate their first Lohri together after marriage. Watch | Bollywood

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Pulkit Samrat and Kriti Kharbanda tied the knot last year in March in an intimate wedding ceremony. The couple celebrated their first Lohri together after marriage and shared glimpses of their “kaafi cute” celebration with family at home. Kriti Kharbanda and Pulkit Samrat’s first Lohri together after marriage. (Also Read: Kriti Kharbanda completes 12 years in film industry, Pulkit Samrat says ‘absolute privilege to know you’) Pulkit Samrat and Kriti Kharbanda’s ‘pehli Lohri’ On Monday, Kriti Kharbanda shared photos from her first Lohri celebration after marrying Pulkit Samrat. The actor captioned the post, “Kaafi cute! Hamari pehli Lohri!” In the pictures, Pulkit and Kriti lit the traditional bonfire together, marking their first Lohri as a married couple. In one of the videos, they were seen dancing their hearts out to the beats of the dhol. The couple also posed with their family in one of the photos. One of the pictures captured a special moment as the couple walked hand-in-hand around the bonfire, following a tradition for couples on Lohri. Kriti Kharbanda stunned in an …

Nostalgia Alert! Rakul Preet Singh recalls childhood memory attached to Lohri

Nostalgia Alert! Rakul Preet Singh recalls childhood memory attached to Lohri

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Rakul Preet Singh, known for her talent, often shares glimpses of her personal and professional life with fans. Recently, she fondly reminisced about celebrating Lohri during her childhood. The De De Pyaar De actress shared how she celebrated the festival with her grandparents, recalling the warmth and joy of those moments. With a deep sense of nostalgia, she highlighted the traditional customs of the festival, which included singing songs, dancing around the bonfire, and enjoying festive treats.  Rakul Preet Singh gets nostalgic Rakul recalled the celebrations saying, “On Lohri, I always remember the celebration we would have as kids with our grandparents. We used to sing songs like Sunder Mundriye, and in return, they would give us gifts and money. My brother and I would compete to see who gets the most gifts. We would have a big bonfire on the terrace or lawn, which was perfect as it would be very cold in Delhi.” She recalled how she celebrated the festival on sets during a film shoot adding, “I remember shooting for Aiyaary (2018) …

Hope this festival brings immense happiness: Kharge extends Lohri greetings

Hope this festival brings immense happiness: Kharge extends Lohri greetings

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Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge extended heartfelt Lohri greetings to the nation, saying that he hopes this festival brings immense happiness to everyone. In a post on X, Kharge said, “Many congratulations to all of you on Lohri. Hearty greetings to all the countrymen on the sacred festival of Lohri. This festival, which joyfully celebrates the harvest after the tireless hard work of our farmers, is a symbol of prosperity and wealth. I hope this festival brings immense happiness in the life of all of you.” Earlier today, President Droupadi Murmu extended her heartfelt greetings to the citizens of the nations on the occasion of Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Magh Bihu. Extending her greetings, the President wished for happiness and prosperity in the life of every person on these holy festivals. President Murmu stated that these festivals are a symbol of our rich cultural heritage and unity in diversity and are celebrated in different regions of India to express respect for nature. Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Monday extended greetings on Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Magha …

President Droupadi Murmu extends greetings on Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal

President Droupadi Murmu extends greetings on Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal

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President Droupadi Murmu on Monday extended her heartfelt greetings to the citizens of the nations on the occasion of Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Magh Bihu. Extending her greetings, the President wished for happiness and prosperity in the life of every person on these holy festivals. President Murmu stated that these festivals are a symbol of our rich cultural heritage and unity in diversity and are celebrated in different regions of India to express respect for nature. लोहड़ी, मकर संक्रांति, पोंगल और माघ बिहु के शुभ अवसर पर मैं, देश और विदेश में रहने वाले सभी भारतीय लोगों को हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं देती हूं।ये पर्व हमारी समृद्ध सांस्कृतिक विरासत तथा विविधता में एकता के प्रतीक हैं। भारत के विभिन्न क्षेत्रों में मनाए जाने वाले ये त्योहार प्रकृति के… — President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) January 13, 2025 Taking to social media post on X, the President of India wrote, “On the auspicious occasion of Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Magh Bihu, I extend my heartfelt greetings to all Indian people living in the country and abroad. These …