“IMPORTANT DAYS”

Kaal Bhairav Jayanti 2024

Kaal Bhairav Jayanti will be celebrated on Friday, November 22. According to the Hindu calendar, it falls on the Ashtami Tithi (eighth day) during the Krishna Paksha (waning moon phase) of the Margashirsha or Aghan month.Kaal Bhairav Jayanti is an important Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Kaal Bhairav, a fierce form of Lord Shiva. This day celebrates the birth anniversary of Lord Kaal Bhairav, who is believed to protect his devotees from negative energies and evil forces. People celebrate this festival with devotion, performing prayers, fasts, and rituals to seek his blessings.

“AWARD”

PM Modi Receives Global Peace Award in Washington

The Association of Indian American Minorities (AIAM), a newly launched non-governmental organization, was inaugurated on November 22, 2024, at the Sligo Seventh-day Adventist Church in Maryland, USA. The organization aims to foster unity and uplift minority communities within the Indian American diaspora. During the launch event, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was honored in absentia with the ‘Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Global Peace Award for Minority Upliftment’, recognizing his efforts in inclusive development and minority welfare.

Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar For 2022 and 2023

The Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar (UBKUP) is a prestigious award instituted by the Sangeet Natak Akademi in 2006 to honor outstanding young performing artists across India. Named after Bharat Ratna Ustad Bismillah Khan, the award aims to encourage and motivate young practitioners in music, dance, drama, folk and tribal arts, puppetry, and other performing arts.

 “SCIENCE”

ISRO and ASA Join Hands for Gaganyaan Mission

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has entered into a significant collaboration with the Australian Space Agency (ASA) to support India’s first crewed spaceflight program, Gaganyaan. On November 20, 2024, the two space agencies signed an Implementation Agreement (IA) to enhance cooperation on crew and crew module recovery, which is crucial for the success of the Gaganyaan mission.

“FESTIVAL”

Bali Celebrates Hindu Festival of Gratitude

Bali is home to a rich cultural heritage that blends Hindu philosophy, local animist traditions, and Buddhist influences. One of the most important cultural events in Bali is the Ngusaba Goreng, a two-week-long Thanksgiving festival celebrating a rich harvest. Central to the festival are sacred dances like Rejang Dewa and Rejang Pucuk, which are performed by girls who have not yet reached puberty.

“SPORTS”

India Women’s Hockey Team Won Asian Champions Trophy

The India Women’s Hockey Team recently achieved a milestone and won their third Asian Champions Trophy title. The victory occurred at the Rajgir Hockey Stadium in Bihar. India defeated China with a score of 1-0. This win marked India’s second consecutive title in this tournament.

“NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL NEWS”

Karimganj District Gets New Name Sribhumi, Says CM Sarma

On November 21, 2024, the Assam government officially renamed the Karimganj district to Sribhumi, along with its headquarters town, Karimganj, which will now be called Sribhumi town. This move, authorized by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, aims to honor the cultural heritage and historical significance of the region. The name change reflects the longstanding demand from the local people and connects the district to its spiritual roots, as described by Rabindranath Tagore over 100 years ago.