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Everything You Need To Know About Holi

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Colourful Celebration Of Holi 

Holi is celebrated by millions of people all around the world. It is the festival of colours and spring! Holi is a two day festival and it celebrates the Hindu god Krishna and the legend of Holika and Prahlad. The story of Holika and Prahlad symbolises the victory of good over evil.

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When Is Holi Celebrated? 

The exact date of Holi changes every year. This year Holi will be celebrated on March 24 and March 25. Holi is celebrated on the day of the last full moon in the lunar month of Phalguna.

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The Stories Of Holi 

Holi has been celebrated in India for hundreds of years. Several stories explain the festival’s origin.

According to one popular legend, demon king Hiranyakashipu became very angry with his son Prahlada who was devoted to Lord Vishnu instead of him. The demon king asked his demon sister Holika to kill Prahlada. Since Holika was resistant to fire, she sat with Prahlada on wood set on fire. Due to his unwavering devotion to Lord Vishnu, he was safe and Holika got burnt Hiranyakashipu was then killed by Lord Vishnu in the form of a lion man.

Many modern Holi celebrations begin with a bonfire that represents the burning of Holika. Holi is also associated with Lord Krishna. Playing holi with colours is a reflection of the love between Lord Krishna and Radha.

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How Is Holi Celebrated?

Typically Holi celebrations start with Holika Dahan. On this night, people light a bonfire, dance, sing, and perform rituals. The next morning people celebrate Holi by throwing colours (traditionally known as gulal) and water on one another.

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Reliance Foundation Rescues Thousands Of Animals : Vantara

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Vantara programme, conceptualised by Anant Ambani. This initiative is first of its kind in India and aims to rescue, care for, treat and rehabilitate injured, abused, and threatened animals in India and abroad. The Vantara facility is spread over 3,000 acres and is located within Reliance’s Jamnagar Refinery complex, Gujarat. Vantara aims to lead conservation efforts in a forest-like environment that has been created for rescued animals. 

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More than 200 elephants and other animals like reptiles and birds have been rescued and are a part of this facility. Animals like rhinos, leopards, and crocodiles have also been rehabilitated. The Vanatara facility also includes a conservation centre with modern medical facilities like state-of-the-art healthcare and hospitals. Recently, Vantara has also taken part in foreign rescue missions in countries like Mexico, Venezuela etc. Reliance Industries. Limited is a large private sector corporation in India.

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Discover Ramadan: Best 10 Ramadan Books for Young Readers

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Muslims all over the world observe Ramadan. Ramadan is the holiest month in the Islamic calendar. It is a special time for spiritual reflection, fasting, prayer, and community. For families observing Ramadan, it’s an opportunity to teach children about the significance of this sacred month and its traditions. One effective way to educate and engage children during Ramadan is through books tailored to their age and understanding. 

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Here is the list of Best 10 Ramadan Books for Children –

1. Ramadan: The Month of Shukr

By Sidra Hashmani (Tertib Publishing)

Reading age : 2 to 6 years

2. Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns: A Muslim Book of Colors (A Muslim Book Of Concepts)

By Hena Khan and Mehrdokht Amini(Chronicle Books)

Reading age : 2 to 4 years

3. It’s Ramadan, Curious George

By H. A. Rey and Hena Khan (Clarion Books)

Reading age : 2 to 6 years

4. Other Words for Home

By Jasmine Warga (Balzer + Bray)

Reading age : 4 to 7 years

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5. Moon’s Ramadan

by Natasha Khan Kazi (Author, Illustrator)

Reading age : 4 to 8 years

6. My First Ramadan (My First Holiday)

by Karen Katz

Reading age : 2 to 4 years

7. Celebrate Ramadan

by Hannah Eliot (Author), Rashin Kheiriyeh (Illustrator)

Reading age : 2 to 4 years

8. Hannah and the Ramadan Gift 

by Qasim Rashid (Author), Aaliya Jaleel (Illustrator)

Reading age : 3 to 7 years

9. Tell me more about Ramadan

by Bachar Karroum (Author), Tanja Varcelija

Reading age : 3 to 8 years

10. The Gift of Ramadan

by Rabiah York Lumbard (Author), Laura K. Horton

Reading age : 5 to 6 years

These Top 10 Ramadan books for children offer valuable insights into the traditions, rituals, and significance of the holiest month in Islam. Whether through delightful stories, vibrant illustrations, or informative texts, these books provide engaging ways for children to learn about and celebrate Ramadan. By sharing these books with young readers, families can foster understanding, empathy, and appreciation for the diversity of Muslim culture and traditions.

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Historic Gold In Badminton Asia Team Championship

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The Indian women’s team won a historic gold medal at the Badminton Asia Team Championships 2024 after beating Thailand 3-2 in the final in Shah Alam, Malaysia on February 18.

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This was India’s maiden title in the history of the continental competition. The men’s Indian badminton team had previously won two medals in 2016 and 2020, but both were bronze. The winning team comprised PV Sindhu, Gayatri Gopichand, Treesa Jolly, and teenager Anmol Kharb.

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Origins Of International Women’s Day : March 8

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International Women’s Day celebrates the achievements of women in politics, science, sports, and economics etc.

The origins of International Women’s Day can be traced back to 1908, when 15,000 women marched through New York City demanding shorter working hours, better pay and the right to vote. The first National Woman’s Day was observed in the US on February 28, 1909. 

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Clara Zetkin, communist activist and advocate for women’s rights, was the first to suggest the idea that this day should be made inter- national. She suggested this in 1910 at an International Conference of Working Women in Copenhagen. There were 100 women there, from 17 countries, and they agreed to her suggestion unanimously. Pursuant to the decision taken at Copenhagen in 1911, International Women’s Day was first celebrated in Austria, Denmark, Germany and Switzerland on March 19.

The UN commemorated the first International Women’s Day on March 8, 1975. In 1977, the UN General Assembly declared March 8 as Inter- national Women’s Day in support of women’s rights and global peace.

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Do you know why International Women’s Day is celebrated on March 8th? On February 23, 1917, women in St. Petersburg, Russia, staged a strike to protest against food shortages, poor living conditions, and World War I. This strike for “Bread and Peace” helped give rise to the Russian Revolution of 1917, which led to the abdication of Nicholas II. In 1921, the date of the International Women’s Day was officially changed to March 8. The date when the women’s strike commenced on the Julian calendar, which was then in use in Russia, was February 23. This day in the Gregorian calendar was March 8- and that’s when it’s celebrated today.

Did You Know?

International Men’s Day is celebrated on November 19. It has only been marked since the 1990s and isn’t recognised by the UN. People celebrate it in more than 80 countries worldwide, including the UK.

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