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Kanuma Panduga Festival

January 16, 2025

Kanuma Panduga is a vibrant festival celebrated in Andhra Pradesh, India, coinciding with the Makar Sankranti harvest celebrations. This year, it was celebrated on January 15. About Kanuma Panduga Kanuma Panduga marks the Sun entering the zodiac sign Capricorn, an ..

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First Shahi Snan of Mahakumbh 2025

January 15, 2025

The Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj commenced with its first amrit snan on January 14, 2025. This ritual bath, known as shahi snan, marks event in Hindu traditions and draws thousands of devotees. The Kumbh Mela occurs every 12 years at ..

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Tirupati Temple Stampede Tragedy

January 10, 2025

On January 8, 2025, a stampede occurred at the Tirupati Temple, resulting in the deaths of six individuals. Thousands had gathered to collect tokens for the darshan of Lord Venkateswara due to the Vaikunta Ekadasi festival. This festival, celebrated in ..

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Celebrating 207 Years of Valour at Koregaon Bhima

January 2, 2025

The 207th Shaurya Din, or Valour Day, is being celebrated at Koregaon Bhima. This historic event marks the British victory over the Peshwa forces in 1818. The gathering has attracted an estimated 8 to 10 lakh attendees, eager to honour ..

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Lokpal Day to be Observed on January 16

January 2, 2025

The Lokpal of India has designated January 16 as “Lokpal Day”. This decision was made during a meeting on March 14, 2024. The first commemoration is scheduled for January 16, 2025. Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna will be the ..

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National Mathematics Observed on December 22

December 23, 2024

National Mathematics Day is observed annually on December 22, which commemorates the birth of Srinivasa Ramanujan, a renowned Indian mathematician. The theme for 2024, “Mathematics – A bridge to innovation,” puts stress on the significance of mathematics in driving scientific ..

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World Meditation Day Observed on December 21

December 21, 2024

The United Nations General Assembly has recently declared December 21 as World Meditation Day, which aims to promote awareness of meditation’s benefits for health and well-being. It was co-sponsored by several nations, including India and Mexico, and emphasizes the right ..

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International Human Solidarity Day Observed on December 20

December 21, 2024

International Human Solidarity Day is observed annually on December 20 and promotes unity and cooperation to tackle global challenges such as poverty and inequality, established by the United Nations on December 22, 2005, it puts stress on the significance of ..

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