The Islamic New Year, which is the first day of the Islamic calendar, dates back to the migration of the Prophet Muhammad and his followers from Mecca to Medina in the year 622 C.E., which is known as the Hijra. Prior to the Hijra, the Muslims in Mecca were a small group of people, opposed and often …
The temple town of Puri, located on the Bay of Bengal in Bhubaneswar, Orissa, is home to Lord Jagannath, who is the reincarnation of Lord Krishna. The 7th of July in 2024 will mark the celebration of Jagannath Rath Yatra 2024. The second day of Shukla Paksha in the Ashadh month is when Puri celebrates the Jagannath Rath Yatra. …
International Yoga Day is celebrated on June 21st annually as a global celebration of well-being. This worldwide movement recognises the ancient Indian art of yoga and its significant effects on our mental, physical, and spiritual well-being, cutting across cultural and geographic barriers. Millions of people come together for yoga classes, workshops, and talks in peaceful mountain …
Every year countries around the world celebrate World Blood Donor Day (WBDD). The event serves to raise awareness of the need for safe blood and blood products and to thank voluntary, unpaid blood donors for their life-saving gifts of blood. A blood service that gives patients access to safe blood and blood products in sufficient …
Child labour refers to any kind of work that is unfit and inappropriate for a child’s age, physical and mental abilities. However, due to poverty and social injustice, lots of children are forced into labour at an early age, throughout the world. This further affects them physically, mentally and emotionally. Children are often pushed into …
World Food Safety Day on 7 June 2024 will draw attention to food safety incidents. This year’s theme underlines the importance of being prepared for food safety incidents, no matter how mild or severe they can be. Food safety incidents are situations where there is a potential or confirmed health risk associated with food consumption. …
World Environment Day, observed annually on June 5th, is a powerful reminder of our collective duty to care for the environment.We can all make a positive impact by embracing sustainable practices in our daily lives, conserving resources, and advocating for eco-friendly solutions. Remember, even small steps like planting trees, reducing waste, or supporting renewable energy …
World Athletics Dayserves as a symbol of the lasting influence of sports in uniting communities and cultivating an ethos of wellness and achievement. It transcends mere placement on the calendar, embodying a deeper significance.; it symbolises a global celebration of human potential and the pursuit of athletic achievement. Now, you might ask, when is World Athletics …
World Laughter Day is a celebration that takes place every year on the first Sunday of May. This year, it is May 5th. The day has a lot of significance because it aims to spread awareness about the many benefits of laughter, including its healing properties, and emphasises how important it is to keep being …
Malaria is a serious and sometimes fatal disease caused by a parasite that commonly infects a certain type of mosquito which feeds on humans. People who get malaria are typically very sick with high fevers, shaking chills, and flu-like illness. Although malaria can be a deadly disease, illness and death from malaria can usually be …
