To check Oneindia News on your Mobile
go to:   http://m.oneindia.in/news/
  •  

Easter celebrated in Meghalaya

Shillong, Apr 8: Christians across Meghalaya today celebrated Easter Sunday to mark the resurrection of Lord Jesus Christ from the grave three days after he was crucified.

Several Christian organisations here organised special sermons in their respective Churches to mark the occasion.

Last night, Archbishop of Shillong Archdiocese Rev. Dominic Jala, presided the Eastern vigil mass at the Mary Help of Christian Cathedral.

Pascal commemoration in many perishes was marked with candle light processions and baptism of new born children.

Leaders of various political parties have greeted the Christians on the occasion of Easter.

Meanwhile, young and old were seen exchanging Easter eggs and buns.

UNI

'Holi' celebrated in a unique way in Mathura

Mathura, Mar 13 (ANI): Festive spirit continues in Mathura where women celebrate 'Holi', by tearing away the clothes of their menfolk and beating them with it.The special "Kapra Phar" (tearing-cloth) Holi was played at Baldev village in Mathura. The celebration is called "Huranga" which the locals say is the bigger of "Holi" festivities.While the focal point of "Holi" celebrations is Lord.....
User Comments
[ Post Comments ]
Be the first to comment on this article.
Oneindia  Oneindia Login