Observed the first Monday in September, Labor Day is an annual celebration of the social and economic achievements of American workers. The holiday is rooted in the late nineteenth century, when labor activists pushed for a federal holiday to recognize the many contributions workers have made to America’s strength, prosperity, and well-being. Before it was …
Paraśurāma jayantī is a Hindu festival observed to celebrate the birth of Parashurama, the sixth incarnation of Vishnu. It is celebrated every year on Akshaya Tritiya, falling on the tritiya tithi (third lunar day) of the Shukla Paksha (first lunar fortnight) in the Hindu month of Vaisakha. It is believed that Parashurama was born on Akshaya Tritiya during the occasion of Pradosha. According to the Skanda Purana and the Bhavishya Purana, Vishnu was born as …
As the winter chill slowly gives way to the warmth of spring, the people of Assam usher in one of their most vibrant and significant festivals: Bihu. This festival, celebrated thrice a year, not only marks the turn of seasons but also serves as a grand celebration of life, love, and community. Bihu embodies the …
World Heritage Day is a global celebration of the cultural and natural sites that define our history and identity. It is celebrated on April 18th every year; this day highlights the importance of preserving these irreplicable treasures for future generations. Join the movement to protect, promote, and cherish these landmarks, ensuring they continue to inspire and …
Ambedkar Jayanti, also known as Bhim Jayanti, is observed on 14 April to commemorate the memory of B. R. Ambedkar, Indian politician and social reformer. It marks Ambedkar’s birthday who was born on 14 April 1891. His birthday is also referred to as Equality Day by some in India. Ambedkarite and social activist. He started the tradition of Babasaheb’s birth …
Baisakhi is a joyous festival that takes place at the time of the traditional spring harvest in Punjab. In addition to the usual rites that take place at the gurdwara, Baisakhi is also the time of year when Sikhs raise the Nishan Sahib, the Sikh flag. In the United States, the festival is usually the best …
वरुथिनी एकादशी (वैशाख कृष्ण एकादशी) की पौराणिक कथा राजा मान्धाता से जुड़ी है, जिनके पैर एक जंगली भालू ने खा लिए थे। भगवान विष्णु की आज्ञा से उन्होंने वरुथिनी एकादशी का व्रत किया और मथुरा में भगवान वराह की पूजा कर पुन: स्वस्थ हुए। यह व्रत पापों के नाश, सौभाग्य और मोक्ष प्राप्ति के लिए अत्यंत फलदायी माना …
Jallianwala Bagh Massacre Remembrance Day is observed every year on April 13. On this date in 1919, British Indian Army troops opened fire on a large, peaceful gathering of unarmed men, women, and children at Jallianwala Bagh in Amritsar, Punjab. Hundreds of innocent lives were lost within minutes. The massacre shocked the world, galvanised India’s …
April Fools’ Day, in most countries the first day of April. It received its name from the custom of playing practical jokes on this day—for example, telling friends that their shoelaces are untied or sending them on so-called fools’ errands. A successful April Fools’ Day prank ends with the exclamation of the phrase “April Fool!” by the prankster. …
