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The Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change has intensified its crackdown on illegal polythene bag production, imposing fines of approximately Tk 29 lakh and seizing nearly 60,000 ...
But it wasn’t always this way. English Heritage says, “The theory that it’s bad luck to leave decorations up beyond Twelfth Night (around 6 January) is a modern take on the tradition ...
Devotees celebrate Vinayaka Chaturthi by worshipping Lord Ganesha to overcome challenges and hardships in life. It is believed that observing a fast and offering prayers to Lord Ganesha on this ...
Evergreens like fir, holly, ivy, and mistletoe that thrived in winter despite the darkness and the cold were favourite decorations for the Christmas season. Illustration by Birket Foster for the ...
Offer flowers, incense, sandalwood, sweets, fruits, and betel leaves to the deity. Prepare Modaks, Ganesha’s favorite sweet, as an offering. Chant mantras such as "Om Siddhivinayakaya Namah" or ...
Vinayak Chaturthi, dedicated to Lord Ganesha, is observed with immense devotion by Hindus. Taking place on January 3, 2025, this significant day involves prayers and rituals. Chaturthi Tithi spans ...
Sometimes things have to get worse before the spark for change comes. I once met a sweet old couple in west Texas who still felt sore at Jimmy Carter. His crime? Enforcing the 55mp/h (88km/h ...
Devotees bring clay statues of Lord Ganesha into their houses and adorn them with flowers and rangoli patterns during Ganesh Chaturthi. They take a bath, get up early, dress cleanly, observe fasting, ...
The debate on when is the best time to take down the Christmas decorations is almost as controversial as about when to put them up. Some people have their Christmas tree down by St Stephen’s Day, and ...
2025 Aug 2025 Bhadrapada Month Shuddh Paksha – Vinayaka Chaturthi - Shri Ganesh Chaturthi - Wednesday, August 27, 2025 Shravana Month Krishna Paksha – Sankashta Chaturthi Angarak Yoga - Tuesday, ...
Vinayaka Chaturthi is observed every month in the Hindu calendar, with the most significant celebration taking place in the month of Bhadrapada, known as Ganesha Chaturthi. This festival marks the ...