This year, Pohela Boishakh or Pohela Boishakh, also known as Bengali New Year or Nobo Borso, will be celebrated in West Bengal and Bangladesh on Sunday, April 14 and interestingly coincides with other regional festivals in India like Baisakhi in Punjab, Vishu in Kerala, Puthandu in Tamil Nadu and Bihu in Assam. On this day, people wear new clothes, visit temples, eat delicious preparations and spend time with their loved ones on this day while Bengalis greet each other by saying Shubho Nabo...
Hanuman Jayanti inspires devotees to emulate his virtues, overcome
Hanuman Jayanti, celebrated with fervor and devotion by millions of Hindus worldwide today, commemorates the birth of Lord Hanuman, the revered god known for his strength, devotion, and unwavering loyalty to Lord Rama. This auspicious occasion typically falls on the full moon day of the Hindu lunar month of Chaitra, which usually occurs in March or April.The significance of Hanuman Jayanti lies in the profound spiritual and cultural impact that Hanuman embodies in Hindu mythology. Hanuman, a...
Happy Earth Day 2024: Today, on World Earth Day, also known as International Mother Earth Day, we celebrate a globally recognised event that aims to promote the sustainability of our planet and raise awareness for environmental protection. Celebrated annually on April 22, this significant day engages around one billion people worldwide in activities that address the climate crisis and encourage behavioural change to preserve the environment. This year's Earth Day theme, announced by...
Prepare to dance and celebrate the planet. Two new Apple Watch Activity Challenges are on the way in April. First
Apple will launch its next Apple Watch activity challenge on Saturday, April 22 in celebration of Earth Day. To complete the challenge, Apple Watch owners will need to complete a workout that lasts for 30 minutes or longer, with the activity recorded through the Workout app or an app that adds information to the Health app.Let's get moving for the planet. On April 22, do any workout for 30 minutes or more to earn this award. Record it with the Workout app or any app that adds to...
Popular actors Shakti Anand and Neeharika Roy have discussed the importance of Ram Navami and expressed their desire to visit the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.The actors not only open up about the importance of the day and what values it hold for them but also wish fans a very happy Ram Navmi. They also shared how they have offered prayers to the lord and are celebrating the occasion.Shakti, who essays the role of Karan Luthra in 'Kundali Bhagya', said: "Ram Navami holds great significance in my life....
Happy Tax Day 2024 when, as usual, talk turns to taxes. Are taxes too high, too low, or just Goldilocks (and spending too high, too high, or just too high)? Are rates too high and the base too narrow, or are we taxing too broad a swath at lower rates. Is the tax system fair?
In alignment with the global observance of International Day of Forests on March 21, IUCN Pakistan rallied its efforts across Punjab and Sindh provinces, spotlighting two impactful projects dedicated to nature conservation. The theme for this year was Forests and Innovation. The advancements in innovation and technology have transformed the landscape of forest monitoring, empowering nations to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of tracking and reporting on their forest resources.
International Roma Day Edit-a-thon 2024 We reflect on the remarkable journey of the Wikipedia edit-a-thon that commemorated World Roma Day. This global event not only celebrated the rich tapestry o
It's that day again: Federal income taxes are due! I'm sure it's a happy day for everyone reading this, knowing that we can trust the federal government to be wise stewards of the contributions we make from our hard-earned incomes, to be used to support and improve life for everyone here in these United States.