Yellow is one of the most popular colors thrown during Holi. Called gulal, the fine powder is made from a mixture of starch and dyes. One factory in India, Radha Kishan Color World, produces 2,000 ...

But it still doesn’t explain the why people willingly get coated from head to toe in colourful powder on the second day of Holi. For that, we need to turn to another legend. The Hindu god ...

Millions of Indians are celebrating Holi - the festival of colours - at ... People smear gulal (a red powder) - which symbolises wealth, passion and strength - on each other to mark the festival.

Some families hold religious ceremonies, but for many Holi is more a time for fun. It's a colourful festival, with dancing, singing and throwing of powder paint and coloured water. Holi is also ...