Popular Indian Festivals

26th January:  A Day That Rekindles Patriotism & Humanity in India Republic Day is India's great national festival. It is celebrated each year on January 26, in New Delhi with great pomp and pageant and in capitals of the States and at other headquarters and important places with patriotic fervor. It signifies India's transition from an 'English Dominion' to a 'Republic,' a nation where all the supreme political forces, sway, and authority vests in the people. The day also signifies the adoption of the Indian Constitution. Even though India gained its independence in 1947, it didn't have a permanent constitution and was without political forces and authorities. Later on, the Drafting Committee was designated to draft a permanent constitution for India under Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar's chairmanship. On November 4, 1947, the prepared document was submitted, and after numerous debates, dealings, and modifications, the report was endorsed and signed b...

Why and How is Makar Sankranti celebrated? Makar Sankranti is one of the most promising days for the Hindus and is distinguished in almost all parts of India in countless cultural forms with immense devotion, gaiety, and fervor. It is the main festival of Hindus and is dedicated to Lord Sun. Makar (Capricorn) is a Hindu zodiac mark, and Sankranti (Sat + Kranti) indicates good change or auspicious movement. According to the Hindu panchang, Makar Sankranti befalls when the sun turns its path northwards from Dhanu Rashi (Sagittarius) to enter the Makar Rashi (Capricorn) month Poush. Makar Sankranti is considered a highly propitious day, and it is accepted any sacred ritual, or task can be started or performed on this day, and it will be fruitful. It marks the beginning of the harvesting season and the end of the chilly winter season. This is the start of the month of Magh. To repay for the distinction that happens due to the sun's revolution every 80 years, Sankranti's day is def...