When is Raksha Bandhan 2020; Why is it celebrated
The word Raksha translates to 'protection' and Bandhan translates to 'bond', therefore the day signifies a protective bond amongst siblings.
The word Raksha translates to 'protection' and Bandhan translates to 'bond', therefore the day signifies a protective bond amongst siblings.
Krishna Janmashtami celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna, he is the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. This day marks his 5247th birth anniversary.
Mysore Dasara celebrates a royal tradition that is over 400 years old. The royal family of Mysore, the Wadiyar family organize this festival every year for locals and tourists.
A New Year brings new beginnings. Islamic New Year is one of the most sacred months for Islamic culture.
For Bengalis Durga Puja is the most awaited festival of the year!
Lord Ganesha is worshipped for his ability to bring good luck and being the destroyer of obstacles. He is famous for navigating on a rat/mouse, symbolic of having conquered the pest.
Eid-Al-Adha is a festival celebrated by Muslims all over the world. It is also referred to as the ‘festival of sacrifice’.
Winnie-the-Pooh was named as the world's ‘Ambassador of Friendship’, by the United Nations in 1997.
After two successive lunar eclipses and one solar eclipse, the third lunar eclipse is taking place right now!
Tulsidas Jayanti is marked to celebrate the birth anniversary of Goswami Tulsidas, a Hindu saint, and an outstanding poet. Tulsidas is distinguished for great devotion towards Lord Ram.