Holidays 2019
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List of bank holidays in December 2019
In December 2019, banks will be closed for eight days.
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Dhanteras 2019: Date, significance and time of the festival
Dhanteras is an auspicious day for Hindus and is marked by buying new utensils, gadgets and jewellery.
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World Post Day 2019: Why we celebrate this day
World Post Day is celebrated each year on 9 October to mark the anniversary of the establishment of the Universal Postal Union in 1874 in Bern.
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Trending
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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The real reason why Modi says what he does – Hindu India accepts it
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‘My son lost his job during demonetisation but at least it removed black money’
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The Assam voter who no longer supports the BJP because of the CAA
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Ramachandra Guha: Why 2024 is India’s most important election since 1977
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Bank holidays in October 2019: See the full list here
Bank holidays may differ for different states. Here’s a list of national holidays issued by the RBI.
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Gandhi Jayanti 2019: What is the significance of 2 October in India
Mahatma Gandhi, fondly known as the father of the nation, was born on this day in 1869 in Porbandar, Gujarat.
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Diwali 2019: Five-day festivities to kick off in late October, Diwali on Oct 27th
The quintessential Hindu festival season: the five day festival is scheduled to begin with Dhanteras on October 24th, with Diwali on Oct 27th.
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Video
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes
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Muharram 2019: Why Muharram is observed, date and significance
This year the day of mourning falls on 10th September.
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National Doctor’s Day, 1 July 2019: Why we celebrate it, theme and history
National Doctor’s Day is celebrated on the 1st of July in India every year in the honour of Dr BC Roy.
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World Blood Donor Day 2019: Theme, objectives and why we need safe blood for all
The host country for World Blood Donor Day 2019 is Rwanda. The global event will be held in Kigali, Rwanda on 14 June 2019.
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The Reel
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Watch: In ‘The Big Cigar’, the Black Panther founder flees America through a fake movie
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‘Dil Dosti Dilemma’ review: A feelgood entertainer about young love and old ties
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In ‘Tahader Katha’, the many partitions endured by a freedom fighter
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Watch: Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ trailer
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Start the week with a film: A legend returns in ‘Bob Marley: One Love’
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International Mother’s Day 2019: Why we celebrate Mother’s Day
The modern Mother’s Day was first celebrated in the United States when Anna Jarvis held a memorial for her mother in 1908.
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Labour Day, 1 May 2019: Why do we celebrate International Labour Day?
The theme of International Labour Day 2019 is “Sustainable Pension for all: The Role of Social Partners”.
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Holi 2019: Mark your calendar for March 20th and 21st
Holi, a Hindu spring festival celebrated largely across India and among Indian diaspora abroad, falls on March 20th and March 21st this year (2019).
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The Field
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IPL 2024: Royal Challengers Bengaluru end losing run with convincing win over Sunrisers Hyderabad
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Archery, World Cup Stage I: Men’s recurve team reach final; Priyansh, Vennam in compound semis
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Watch, highlights ISL 2023-24: Mumbai City win dramatic semi-final first leg against FC Goa
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: India clinch medals in men’s javelin, discus and 1500m on opening day
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Boundaries and impact: The imbalance in IPL 2024 shows it is not a good time to be a bowler