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]Guru Purnima 2024: When is it? Time, rituals and all that you need to know
Published on Jul 18, 2024 06:38 PM IST
Guru Purnima 2024: From shubh muhurat to rituals, here’s all that you need to know about this auspicious day.
![This year, Guru Purnima will be observed on July 21.(Unsplash) This year, Guru Purnima will be observed on July 21.(Unsplash)](https://cdn.statically.io/img/images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/18/550x309/buddha_1716452160788_1721293798202.jpg)
Tapatrisha Das, Delhi
Nelson Mandela International Day 2024: Date, theme, history, significance
Nelson Mandela International Day 2024: From theme to history, here’s all that you need to know about the special day.
![Every year, Nelson Mandela International Day is observed on July 18.(Shutterstock) Every year, Nelson Mandela International Day is observed on July 18.(Shutterstock)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/18/148x111/_5bbb9192-6af8-11e7-9994-94edcc701b36_1721297462496.jpg)
Updated on Jul 18, 2024 03:41 PM IST
Tapatrisha Das, Delhi
Devshayani Ekadashi 2024: Date, significance, shubh muhurat, vrat time, rituals
Devshayani Ekadashi 2024: The Ashadi Ekadashi falls today, July 17. Find out its significance, shubh muhurat, rituals, vrat timings, and parana time inside.
![Devshayani Ekadashi 2024: Know Ashadi Ekadashi date, significance, shubh muhurat, rituals, vrat timings, and parana time. (Pinterest) Devshayani Ekadashi 2024: Know Ashadi Ekadashi date, significance, shubh muhurat, rituals, vrat timings, and parana time. (Pinterest)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/17/148x111/lord_vishnu_devshayani_ekadashi_1721192439224_1721192446234.jpg)
Published on Jul 17, 2024 10:46 AM IST
Krishna Priya Pallavi, New Delhi
Ashura Muharram 2024: Significance of Sunni fasting, Shia faaka on 10th Muharram
Muharram 2024/1446 AH: Know the Islamic history and significance behind why Muslim Sunnis fast and Shias observe faaka on Ashura i.e. the 10th day of Muharram
![Ashura Muharram 2024: History and significance of Sunni fasting and Shia faaka on 10th Muharram (Photo by Twitter/Shigri555) Ashura Muharram 2024: History and significance of Sunni fasting and Shia faaka on 10th Muharram (Photo by Twitter/Shigri555)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/16/148x111/Dm1Cx0XX4AAsSBd_1721126719806_1721126730009.jpg)
Updated on Jul 17, 2024 08:43 AM IST
, New Delhi
Zarafshan ShirazKharchi Puja 2024: As PM Modi extends wishes; know significance, date, rituals
Kharchi Puja 2024: As PM Modi extends his wishes on Kharchi Puja, find out the date, rituals, significance, and more about Tripura's auspicious festival.
Published on Jul 14, 2024 04:30 PM IST
Krishna Priya Pallavi, New Delhi
Bastille Day 2024: Date, history, significance and all you need to know
Bastille Day is celebrated worldwide, especially in countries with large French populations, due to France's cultural influence. Check out all details inside.
![Bastille Day is celebrated globally, especially in countries with large French populations, due to France's cultural influence and the universal appeal of its revolutionary principles. (Freepik) Bastille Day is celebrated globally, especially in countries with large French populations, due to France's cultural influence and the universal appeal of its revolutionary principles. (Freepik)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/13/148x111/46922_1720872786081_1720872825515.jpg)
Published on Jul 13, 2024 05:46 PM IST
Akanksha Agnihotri, New Delhi
World Population Day 2024: Date, history, theme, significance
World Population Day 2024: From date to theme, here’s all that you need to know about the special day.
![Every year, World Population Day is observed on July 11.(HT Photo) Every year, World Population Day is observed on July 11.(HT Photo)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/11/148x111/ganeshotsav-population-anshuman-devotees-lalalbaug_1720682919484_1720682919670.jpg)
Published on Jul 11, 2024 01:16 PM IST
Tapatrisha Das, Delhi
Muharram 2024: Date of Ashura in Saudi Arabia, India, UAE, US, UK, others
Muharram 2024: Here’s when Muslims in India, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, UAE, Iran, UK, USA etc will mark the day of Ashura or the tenth day of Muharram this year
![Muharram 2024: What is Ashura? Date of Ashura 1446 in Saudi Arabia, India, UAE, US, UK, Iran, other countries this year (Photo by Twitter/syedadehlizahra) Muharram 2024: What is Ashura? Date of Ashura 1446 in Saudi Arabia, India, UAE, US, UK, Iran, other countries this year (Photo by Twitter/syedadehlizahra)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/09/148x111/FY0TksXXwAAT8av_1659091171216_1720525428772.jpg)
Published on Jul 09, 2024 05:16 PM IST
, New Delhi
Zarafshan ShirazVinayaka Chaturthi July 2024: Date, timings, significance, puja rituals and more
Vinayaka Chaturthi occurs after the new moon or Amavasya during the Shukla Paksha of the lunar month. From date to timings, check out all the details inside.
![Check out the date, timings, significance and rituals of Vinayaka Chaturthi in July 2024. (Pixabay) Check out the date, timings, significance and rituals of Vinayaka Chaturthi in July 2024. (Pixabay)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/08/148x111/5a7d6878ac45a74a3a2183_1720424694906_1720424695190.jpg)
Published on Jul 08, 2024 01:34 PM IST
Akanksha Agnihotri, New Delhi
Muharram 2024: Date, history, significance of Islamic New Year, rituals
Muharram 2024: Know all about the al Hijri date in India and Saudi Arabia, history, significance, celebration of Islamic New Year, rituals performed by Muslims
![Muharram 2024: Date, history, significance of Islamic New Year, rituals (Photo by Freepik) Muharram 2024: Date, history, significance of Islamic New Year, rituals (Photo by Freepik)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/07/148x111/Free_Vector___Flat_background_for_islamic_new_year_1720350917416_1720350917569.jpg)
Published on Jul 07, 2024 04:55 PM IST
, New Delhi
Zarafshan ShirazForgiveness Day 2024: Students of DU colleges exchange forgiveness bands
Students across Delhi University colleges have started a new trend of gifting customised forgiveness bands to celebrate Forgiveness Day 2024 on July 7.
Published on Jul 07, 2024 01:20 PM IST
Jagannath Rath Yatra 2024: Date, timings, history, significance and rituals
The Jagannath Rath Yatra is one of the significant Hindu festivals celebrated every year in Puri, Odisha. From date to history, check out all details inside.
![The annual Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath in Puri, starting on July 7, 2024, is a nine-day festival drawing millions of devotees. (PTI photo) The annual Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath in Puri, starting on July 7, 2024, is a nine-day festival drawing millions of devotees. (PTI photo)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/07/148x111/puri-jagannath-yatra_9570b6f2-b522-11ea-90dd-2a5e32daeb81_1720333418658.jpg)
Updated on Jul 08, 2024 11:27 AM IST
Akanksha Agnihotri, New Delhi
Jagannath Rath Yatra 2024: Best wishes, images, SMS, greetings, WhatsApp status
Jagannath Rath Yatra 2024: Celebrate the auspicious occasion of Jagannath Rath Yatra in Puri with these wishes, images, and Whatsapp and Facebook status.
![Jagannath Rath Yatra 2024: Check out Jagannath Rath Yatra best wishes, images, SMS, greetings, WhatsApp and Facebook status. (Freepik) Jagannath Rath Yatra 2024: Check out Jagannath Rath Yatra best wishes, images, SMS, greetings, WhatsApp and Facebook status. (Freepik)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/07/148x111/Jagannath_Rath_Yatra_2024_1720320511863_1720320516165.jpg)
Published on Jul 07, 2024 08:31 AM IST
Krishna Priya Pallavi, New Delhi
Islamic New Year: When is Muharram in India? Saudi Arabia announces first day
Muharram 2024: Here's all you need to know about when Muslims in India celebrate Islamic New Year as Saudi Arabia announces first day of Al Hijri 1446
![Islamic New Year: When is Muharram 2024 in India? Saudi Arabia announces first day (Photo by KLM Axiva) Islamic New Year: When is Muharram 2024 in India? Saudi Arabia announces first day (Photo by KLM Axiva)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/06/148x111/Muharram_1720263117416_1720263164487.jpg)
Updated on Jul 07, 2024 08:46 AM IST
, New Delhi
Zarafshan ShirazAshadha Gupt Navratri 2024: Date, shubh muhurat, significance, rituals and more
Ashadha Gupt Navratri 2024 is a time for devotees to worship Goddess Durga with fasting and prayers for nine days. From date to history, all details inside.
![Ashadha Gupt Navratri is a special celebration for devotees of Goddess Durga.(Pexels) Ashadha Gupt Navratri is a special celebration for devotees of Goddess Durga.(Pexels)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/06/148x111/pexels-sarath-raj-8424033_1632470005991_1720243435528.jpg)
Published on Jul 06, 2024 11:05 AM IST
Akanksha Agnihotri, New Delhi
Ashadha Amavasya 2024: Date, timings, rituals, history, significance and more
Ashadha Amavasya is a significant day in Hinduism, observed on the new moon day of the Ashadha month. From date to timings, check out all details inside.
![Ashadha Amavasya is a day of honouring ancestors through puja rituals and seeking blessings. Ashadha Amavasya is a day of honouring ancestors through puja rituals and seeking blessings.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/07/04/148x111/a102d372-b41b-482a-9cca-ea1c36403f1c_1720074190887_1720074199074.jpg)
Updated on Jul 05, 2024 10:41 AM IST
US Independence Day 2024: Date, history, significance of the Fourth of July
US Independence Day 2024: From history to significance, here’s all that you need to know about the Fourth of July.
![Every year, US Independence Day is observed on July 4. (Unsplash) Every year, US Independence Day is observed on July 4. (Unsplash)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/07/03/148x111/fourth_of_july_1719991211459_1719991228855.jpg)
Published on Jul 03, 2024 02:21 PM IST
Tapatrisha Das, Delhi
Happy US Independence Day 2024: Fourth of July wishes, images, quotes, messages
Happy US Independence Day 2024: Check out these wishes, images, quotes, SMS, WhatsApp and Facebook status, and more to celebrate the Fourth of July.
![Happy US Independence Day 2024: Check out these Fourth of July wishes, images, quotes, SMS, greetings, WhatsApp and Facebook status. (Freepik) Happy US Independence Day 2024: Check out these Fourth of July wishes, images, quotes, SMS, greetings, WhatsApp and Facebook status. (Freepik)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/07/03/148x111/us_independence_day_fourth_of_july_1719981238168_1719981243728.jpg)
Updated on Jul 04, 2024 08:50 AM IST
Krishna Priya Pallavi, New Delhi
When is Pradosh Vrat in July 2024? Date, shubh muhurat, history and significance
Pradosh Vrat in July 2024: The sacred fast of Pradosh is observed on the 13th day of each lunar month. From date to history, here's all you need to know.
![It is believed that individuals who regularly observe Pradosh Vrat are blessed with the fulfillment of all their desired wishes. (Unsplash) It is believed that individuals who regularly observe Pradosh Vrat are blessed with the fulfillment of all their desired wishes. (Unsplash)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/07/01/148x111/arjun-kesava-Tb8Vwhl7kqk-unsplash_1702112753503_1719815762195.jpg)
Published on Jul 01, 2024 12:26 PM IST
Akanksha Agnihotri, New Delhi
National Doctors' Day 2024: Best wishes, images, messages, quotes and greetings
National Doctors' Day celebrates the incredible dedication of doctors. Let's honour these healthcare heroes with heartfelt wishes, images and warm greetings.
![National Doctors' Day 2024 is a time to celebrate and honour the incredible contributions of doctors. National Doctors' Day 2024 is a time to celebrate and honour the incredible contributions of doctors.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/07/01/148x111/national_doctors_day_1719812598998_1719812608500.png)
Published on Jul 01, 2024 11:27 AM IST
Akanksha Agnihotri, New Delhi
National Doctor’s Day 2024: Date, history, significance
National Doctor’s Day 2024: From date to significance, here’s all that you need to know about this special day.
![Every year, National Doctor’s Day is observed on July 1. (Freepik) Every year, National Doctor’s Day is observed on July 1. (Freepik)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/30/148x111/national_doctors_day_1688133615866_1719732372131.jpg)
Updated on Jul 01, 2024 07:43 AM IST
Tapatrisha Das, Delhi
International Asteroid Day 2024: Date, history, significance
International Asteroid Day 2024: From history to significance, here’s all that you need to know about this special day.
![Every year, International Asteroid Day is observed on June 30.(Unsplash) Every year, International Asteroid Day is observed on June 30.(Unsplash)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/29/148x111/asteroid_1719653327003_1719653353008.jpg)
Published on Jun 29, 2024 04:26 PM IST
Tapatrisha Das, Delhi
Under curfew, Ukrainians mark midsummer with bonfire jumping at a festival with pagan roots
Under curfew, Ukrainians mark midsummer with bonfire jumping at a festival with pagan roots
![HT Image HT Image](https://images.hindustantimes.com/images/app-images/2021/10/148x111.png)
Published on Jun 24, 2024 02:30 AM IST
AP |
Kabirdas Jayanti 2024: Date, timing, history and significance
Kabirdas Jayanti marks the birth anniversary of the famous poet and social reformer of the Bhakti period, Kabirdas. From date to history, all details inside.
![Kabirdas Jayanti is celebrated to commemorate the birth anniversary of Kabirdas.(shutterstock) Kabirdas Jayanti is celebrated to commemorate the birth anniversary of Kabirdas.(shutterstock)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/22/148x111/Screenshot_2024-06-22_083949_1719025906452_1719025913485.png)
Published on Jun 22, 2024 08:44 AM IST
Akanksha Agnihotri, New Delhi
Happy International Yoga Day 2024: Best WhatsApp wishes, SMS, FB status to share
Celebrate International Yoga Day 2024 with these heartfelt SMS, images, WhatsApp messages, quotes, wishes and Facebook status to share with family and friends.
![Happy International Yoga Day 2024: 25 best SMS, images, WhatsApp messages, quotes, wishes, Facebook status to share (HT Photo) Happy International Yoga Day 2024: 25 best SMS, images, WhatsApp messages, quotes, wishes, Facebook status to share (HT Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/21/148x111/lead_1718944202427_1718944218568.png)
Published on Jun 21, 2024 10:10 AM IST
, New Delhi
Zarafshan ShirazWorld Music Day 2024: Date, history, significance
World Music Day 2024: From history to significance, here's all that you need to know about the special day.
![Every year, World Music Day is observed on June 21. (Unsplash) Every year, World Music Day is observed on June 21. (Unsplash)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/20/148x111/music_1718889007760_1718889015900.jpg)
Published on Jun 20, 2024 07:10 PM IST
Tapatrisha Das, Delhi
Vat Purnima 2024: Date, muhurat, rituals, significance
Vat Purnima 2024: From shubh muhurat to puja vidhi, here's all that we need to know about this auspicious day.
![According to the Purnima calendar, Vat Purnima is observed during the Jyeshtha Amavasya which coincides with Shani Jayanti. (Pinterest) According to the Purnima calendar, Vat Purnima is observed during the Jyeshtha Amavasya which coincides with Shani Jayanti. (Pinterest)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/19/148x111/vat_purnima_1718786138464_1718786153134.jpg)
Published on Jun 19, 2024 03:03 PM IST
Tapatrisha Das, Delhi
Celebrating Juneteenth 2024: A comprehensive guide to honouring black freedom
Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19, marks the historic day in 1865 when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, learned of their freedom.
![For over a century and a half, Juneteenth has held deep significance within Black communities. (Pixabay) For over a century and a half, Juneteenth has held deep significance within Black communities. (Pixabay)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/19/148x111/76571a0afe30d88245_1718787762668_1718787762847.png)
Published on Jun 19, 2024 02:36 PM IST
AP | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri
Pradosh Vrat in June 2024: Date, shubh muhurat, history and significance
Pradosh Vrat in June 2024: The sacred fast of Pradosh is observed on the 13th day of each lunar month. From date to history, here's all you need to know.
![It is believed that individuals who regularly observe Pradosh Vrat are blessed with the fulfillment of all their desired wishes. (Unsplash) It is believed that individuals who regularly observe Pradosh Vrat are blessed with the fulfillment of all their desired wishes. (Unsplash)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/18/148x111/arjun-kesava-Tb8Vwhl7kqk-unsplash_1702112753503_1718716594346.jpg)
Published on Jun 18, 2024 06:57 PM IST
Akanksha Agnihotri, New Delhi
International Picnic Day 2024: Date, history, significance
International Picnic Day 2024: From date to significance, here's all that we need to know about this special day.
![International Picnic Day will be celebrated on June 18.(Unsplash) International Picnic Day will be celebrated on June 18.(Unsplash)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/17/148x111/picnic_day_1718621496222_1718621506849.jpg)
Published on Jun 17, 2024 04:22 PM IST
Tapatrisha Das, Delhi