The origins of National Son and Daughter Day are somewhat obscure, but its purpose resonates deeply with the universal experience of parenting and the significance of family relationships. On this day, families often engage in activities that highlight the special qualities and achievements of their children.
Tulsidas is renowned for his great devotion towards Lord Rama and has been acclaimed as one of the greatest poets in Hindi, Indian, and world literature. According to the Hindu lunar calendar, Tulsidas Jayanti typically falls in the month of Shravan during Shukla Paksha Saptami.
I walked into It 'Ends With Us' the movie, starring Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni and Brandon Sklenar, with all the knowledge of its plot, and its triggers and with a determination to once again give this story the grace I can. However, in the end, the movie, much like the book, had a lot of issues that made me question if this movie needed to be made.
The celebration of National Book Lovers Day 2024 is sure to be filled with a lot of fun activities and events across the world. Let's take a walk down the memory lane and picking our favourite books across genres.
You have most probably seen the cute romance-centric cover of scattered flower petals on a wooden table, with a quaint purple font of 'It Ends With Us.' So you definitely know that they decided to turn this highly controversial book into a movie, starring Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni.
Nag Panchami holds immense cultural and traditional significance and can be traced back to centuries. Celebrated with great fervour and devotion, the festival celebrates the serpents in Hindu mythology and is associated with deities like Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu. Sharing greetings and wishes is an integral part of the Nag Panchami celebrations.
As part of the Nag Panchami festivities, a Naga or serpent deity made of silver, stone, wood, or a painting is given a reverential bath with milk and their blessings are sought for the welfare of the family.
Adivasi Divas highlights the significant contributions of Indigenous peoples to society, particularly in environmental conservation, sustainable living, and biodiversity.
The atomic bomb that was dropped on Nagasaki was code-named ‘Fat Man’. It was a plutonium implosion-type bomb, different from the uranium bomb that was dropped on Hiroshima. The explosion caused widespread destruction.
August Kranti Diwas is an annual commemoration in India that remembers and pays tribute to the sacrifices made by countless freedom fighters. The movement aimed to demand an end to British rule in India and called for immediate independence.
The observance of Vinayaka Chaturthi Vrat typically begins with devotees performing a ritualistic puja (prayer ceremony) to Lord Ganesha. Homes and temples are adorned with colourful decorations and Ganesha idols made of clay or other materials are placed on altars.
Tagore was a renowned Indian poet and the main man behind the Bengal Renaissance. He passed away on August 7, 1941. He reshaped Bengali literature and music, as well as Indian art, with Contextual Modernism in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Hariyali Teej falls during Sawan month which is the holy month to observe various fasts devoted to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. The day symbolises the reunion of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
During Hariyali Teej, women observe fasts and engage in devotional singing and dancing, often in the form of folk songs and traditional dances known as 'Ghoomar'. They seek blessings for the well-being and longevity of their spouses, and unmarried women pray for a good husband.
This year, Hariyali Teej is set to be observed on August 7. This festival, deeply rooted in cultural and religious traditions, marks the onset of the monsoon season and celebrates the union of Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva. In this article, we’ll learn about Hariyali Teej date, history and significance.
National Handloom Day is an important event that recognises the contributions of the handloom weavers and the handloom industry. The day aims to increase awareness about the importance of the handloom sector, which is a crucial part of India's cultural heritage and a significant source of employment.
Aadi Pooram is the celebration of Bhudevi’s birthday and is dedicated to Andal or Bhudevi, hence it is also called as Bhudevi Jayanthi. As per legends, it is believed that the Goddess came to the Earth on this auspicious day to bless the devotees.
On August 6 and August 9, 1945, the United States detonated two atomic bombs over the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The bombings killed between 1,50,000 and 2,46,000 people respectively, most of whom were civilians.
The resolution seeking the revocation of the special status under Article 370 and the bill for the state's reorganisation was debated and passed by the Rajya Sabha on August 5, 2019. On August 6, the Lok Sabha debated and passed the reorganisation bill along with the resolution recommending the revocation.
The beginning of Shravana is celebrated with great fervour across Maharashtra, reflecting deep-rooted cultural and religious significance. Devotees participate in numerous rituals, including the popular practice of observing 'Sawan Somvar' (Monday fasts), which is believed to bring blessings and fulfilment of wishes.
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