St. Patrick’s Day, widely celebrated across the world, does not typically lead to widespread shutdowns like other major holidays. Despite being an important cultural and religious occasion, most institutions—especially outside Ireland—continue to operate as usual. In Ireland, St. Patrick’s Day on Tuesday (March 17, 2026) is treated as a national public holiday. Schools, banks, and…
Gudi Padwa festival is widely celebrated by the Konkani community with great fervour and enthusiasm who follow Amanta calendar. It is one of the most significant festivals celebrated in Maharashtra and Goa. This auspicious Hindu festival of Gudi Padwa marks the beginning of the New Year in Marathi calendar. Gudi Padwa 2026: Date and time…
Cheers of joy filled Iranians streets as citizens celebrated the reports of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s death with celebratory music, dance and fireworks. There is no confirmation from Iran yet, but US President Donald Trump said that “Khamenei, one of the most evil people in history, is dead”. Social media is flooded with visuals…
Indians rang in the New Year 2026 with unmatched enthusiasm, midnight parties and prayers on January 1, as the skies lit up with fireworks and streets buzzed with celebrations. From Delhi to Bengaluru and Shimla, the arrival of the New Year was marked with joy and music. Crowds gathered at key locations in New Delhi,…
