Mahavir Jayanti is one of the most auspicious festivals for the Jain community. It marks the birth anniversary of the 24th and the last Tirthankara (enlightened teacher) of the Jain religion. Jainism places great emphasis on achieving world peace and harmony in a manner that causes little to no harm to living beings. Mahavir Jayanti …
It is observed on April 21 every year to acknowledge the work of officers who are engaged in various public service departments in the country. This day is also a reminder for civil servants to run the administrative machinery of the country collectively and with a dedication to serving the citizens. And there is no …
Every day people all over the world celebrate their cultural heritage, simply by living their lives in a way that embodies who they are and where they came from. But one day a year is set aside to celebrate the joint history and heritage of the human race. World Heritage Day encourages us to celebrate …
Rama Navami, the celebration of Lord Rama’s birth anniversary, is observed as the conclusion of Chaitra Navratri or Vasanta Navaratri . It is one of the five major holy festivals celebrated by all castes of the Hindu religion. The festival is celebrated on the ninth day of the Shukla Paksha, as per the Hindu calendar’s Chaitra …
The Tamil New Year date begins with adorning a symbolic platter with objects like flowers, mirrors, jewellery, money, betel leaves, mangoes, bananas, and pineapple is customary. Upon getting up on the first day of the new year, Tamil often finds this platter waiting for them. Kolam, elaborate patterns made from dyed rice flour, are another important part …
Ambedkar Jayanti, also known as Bhim Jayanti, is celebrated on April 14 every year to honour the memory of “Father of Indian Constitution” Dr Bhim Rao Ambedkar on his birth anniversary. 1891-born Ambedkar was not only the principal architect of the Indian Constitution, but the first Law Minister of Independent India, a jurist, economist, and …
Vaisakhi, also pronounced Baisakhi marks the first day of the month of Vaisakh and is traditionally celebrated annually on 13 April and sometimes 14 April. It is seen as a spring harvest celebration primarily in Punjab and Northern India. Whilst it is culturally significant as a festival of harvest, in many parts of India, Vaisakhi is also …
Jallianwala Bagh Massacre The Jallianwala Bagh massacre, also known as the Amritsar massacre, took place on 13 April 1919. A large, peaceful crowd had gathered at the Jallianwala Bagh in Amritsar, Punjab, British India, during annual Baishakhi fair, to protest against the Rowlatt Act and the arrest of pro-independence activists Dr. Saifuddin Kitchlew and Dr. Satya Pal. In response to the public gathering, the temporary brigadier general R. …
Eid-Ul-Fitr Eid-ul-Fitr, often referred to simply as Eid, is one of the most significant Islamic holidays celebrated by Muslims around the world. It marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting. The word “Eid” means festival or feast in Arabic, while “Fitr” means breaking the fast. Eid-ul-Fitr is a joyous occasion characterized …
Martyr’s Day Martyr’s Day, also known as Shaheed Diwas, is observed in India. The day is dedicated to pay homage to the courageous soldiers who sacrificed their lives for their motherland. It also marks the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi in 1948. Gandhi, also known as the “Father of the Nation” led India’s freedom movement. He …
