Holidays 2020
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Bank holidays in June 2021: Check list here
Banks are likely to remain shut for nine days in June 2021 as per the Reserve Bank of India.
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Gudi Padwa 2021: Know the timing, significance and more about the auspicious festival
This auspicious festival is observed on the first day of the Chaitra month to mark the beginning of the New year according to the Hindu calendar.
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International Women's Day 2021 is all about celebrating the indomitable “Nari Shakti”
The theme for International Women’s Day 2021 is “Women in leadership: Achieving an equal future in a COVID-19 world”.
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Trending
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Thriller: A serial killer is on the loose, murdering India’s famous nuclear scientists one by one
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These innovations have made Amrik Sukhdev Dhaba in Murthal the truck drivers’ favourite since 1967
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In Sambhal, Muslims allege UP police stormed booths, snatched IDs and beat up voters on polling day
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The numbers show the idea of Muslim population explosion is nothing but political propaganda
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Why BJP leaders’ comments on study about Muslim population in India are misleading
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World Wildlife Day 2021 is all about “Forests and Livelihoods: Sustaining People and Planet”
The day celebrates the beautiful and varied forms of wild flora and fauna and raises awareness of the multitude of benefits that their conservation provides.
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National Science Day 2021: Remembering CV Raman and celebrating India’s science geniuses
The theme for National Science Day 2021 is “Future of STI: Impacts on Education, Skills and Work”.
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Shivaji Jayanti 2021: 391st birth anniversary of Shivaji Bhonsle, celebration begins virtually
This year, the day marks the 391st birth anniversary of Shivaji Bhonsle, also known as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
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Video
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Watch: Students in Pakistan enact moments from Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s pre-wedding event
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‘Hind’s Hall’: Rapper Macklemore releases poignant song in support of Palestine, US campus protests
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Met Gala 2024: From Alia Bhatt to Isha Ambani, what Indians in attendance wore
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Watch: South Korean band performs Rabindra Sangeet accompanied by traditional Korean instruments
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Watch: This man fused hip-hop with Bharatnatyam to dance to Shakira’s ‘Hips Don’t Lie’
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Basant Panchami 2021: Know all about Saraswati puja, history and significance of the day
This year, Basant Panchami will be celebrated on Feb 16. The Panchami Tithi begins at 3.36 AM on Feb 16 and ends on Feb 17 at 5.46 AM.
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World Radio Day 2021: Celebrate ‘New World, New Radio’
This edition of World Radio Day is divided into three main sub-themes — Evolution, Innovation, and Connection.
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Martyrs’ Day 2021: Tribute to freedom fighters of the nation
Shaheed Diwas aims to pay tribute to the freedom fighters who lost their lives fighting for the freedom, welfare and progress of our nation.
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The Reel
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‘Murder in Mahim’ review: A crime as unjust as wrongful death
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‘Srikanth’ review: An inspiring tale of remarkable achievement
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‘The Boy and the Heron’ review: An animation legend rolls out enchantment and emotional resonance
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Watch: Politics, ambition and crime in Vasantha Balan’s ‘Thalaimai Seyalagam’
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The enduring influence of the fantasy film ‘Pathala Bhairavi’ on Telugu cinema
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National Voters’ Day 2021: Significance, theme for celebrating the power of vote
The National Voters’ Day is observed on January 25 every year to mark the foundation day of the Election Commission of India in 1950.
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Makar Sankranti 2021: Auspicious time, significance and history
This Makar Sankranti, Maha Punya Kala begins at 8.30 AM and ends at 10.15 AM. This is the best time to perform the special puja for the day.
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Lohri 2021: All you need to know about the history, importance and significance
Lohri holds great significance as it marks the beginning of the harvest season of Rabi crops in Punjab and the end of winter.
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The Field
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IPL 2024: Gill and Sudharsan’s tons help Gujarat beat Chennai and stay in playoff hunt
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Athletics, Doha Diamond League as it happened: Neeraj Chopra finishes second; Kishore Jena ninth
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Delhi court frames sexual harassment charges against BJP MP Brij Bhushan Singh
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Table Tennis, Saudi Smash: Manika Batra’s dream run ends in quarter-finals
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Athletics, Doha Diamond League 2024: Neeraj Chopra, Kishore Jena open season – All you need to know