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Why is Christmas celebrated on December 25? History, traditions, significance explained
8+ mon, 3+ week ago (401+ words) Christmas is one of the most widely celebrated festivals in the world, observed with joy, lights, gifts, and family gatherings. But have you ever wondered why Christmas is celebrated on December 25? What is the real story behind the date, and…...
Char Dham Yatra 2026: Registration, helicopter charges, best time, and more explained
6+ mon, 2+ day ago (518+ words) The annual Char Dham Yatra - one of the most important Hindu pilgrimages - has officially opened its registration process for the 2026 season. The sacred journey covers four Himalayan shrines in Uttarakhand including Yamunotri Temple, Gangotri Temple, Kedarnath Temple, and Badrinath Temple....
Karmapa on the Himalayan chessboard: India cannot afford to cede ground to China
3+ week, 4+ day ago (248+ words) Tai Situ Rinpoche’s high-profile return to Tibet has brought renewed attention to the Karmapa and his geopolitical significance for India and China His visit therefore extends beyond a simple pilgrimage or reunion with his homeland. It carries significant religious, political…...
Why Pongal’s date seems to change every year — and why it really doesn’t – Firstpost
7+ mon, 4+ week ago (363+ words) Every January, as sugarcane stalks appear at doorways and clay pots are set to boil over, a familiar question resurfaces: Why does Pongal sometimes fall on January 14 and other times on January 15? To many, it can feel as though the…...
Thailand Lantern Festival 2026: Dates, places and why Yi Peng is celebrated
1+ week, 4+ day ago (887+ words) Yi Peng 2026 will light up Chiang Mai on November 24–25. Here's what happens, why lanterns are released and how Yi Peng differs from Loy Krathong. Picture this- a festive night filled with music, laughter and people coming together. Homes and streets…...
Pope Leo XIV visits Istanbul’s Blue Mosque in rare papal visit during Turkey trip
9+ mon, 1+ week ago (351+ words) Pope Leo XIV visited Istanbul’s famed Blue Mosque early on Saturday, marking the third day of his trip to Turkey. It was the first time the American pope — elected in May as leader of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics — had entered…...
Ghana’s Crackdown On Fake Prophecies | Firstpost Africa
8+ mon, 1+ week ago (271+ words) Ghana has launched a new strategy to curb the influence of “prophets” whose baseless predictions trigger panic. In a country where over half the population is deeply influenced by spiritual leaders, the government has decided to review sensitive online prophecies....
Why the Catholic Church got its First Millennial “Gamer Saint” | Vantage with Palki Sharma
11+ mon, 3+ week ago (145+ words) Carlo Acutis was a teenage coder and gamer. Now, he has become the Catholic Church’s first millennial saint. From creating websites about miracles to standing up for others, Carlo’s unique journey shows how faith and technology can unite. But there…...
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5+ mon, 1+ day ago (11+ words) Bangladesh: Mob beats spiritual leader to death over alleged blasphemy video Firstpost...
Why alcohol is banned on Good Friday (and what it really means)
5+ mon, 1+ week ago (516+ words) In India, certain dates are marked not only by cultural or religious observances but also by legal restrictions - one of the most notable being dry days, when the sale of alcohol is prohibited. Among these occasions, Good Friday, which is…...