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Gangaur Festival 2024: Date, Rituals, & Festival Significance

Gangaur Festival 2024: Date, Rituals, & Festival Significance

Gangaur is an important festival celebrated throughout Rajasthan, commemorating the union of Lord Shiva (Gan) and Goddess Parvati (Gauri). The term “Gan” refers to Lord Shiva, while “Gauri” or “Gaur” represents Goddess Parvati, Shiva’s heavenly consort. Gangaur symbolizes the happiness and auspiciousness of marriage, making it a significant celebration for the people of Rajasthan. Timing …

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Briton, nicknamed ‘Hardest Geezer’, becomes first person to run length of Africa

British national Russ Cook, known as the “Hardest Geezer,” has successfully completed a challenging trek that took him over 352 days to finish. During his journey, he covered more than 10,000 miles, passed through 16 countries, and took over 19 million steps, all while raising money for charity. Mr. Cook departed from South Africa’s southernmost …

Pune Celebrates Yoga Mahotsav Ahead of International Yoga Day

Pune Celebrates Yoga Mahotsav Ahead of International Yoga Day

The ‘Yoga Mahotsav’ was held in Pune, Maharashtra, to mark the 75-day countdown to the International Day of Yoga. Organized by the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga and the National Institute of Naturopathy, Ministry of Ayush, the event witnessed the overwhelming participation of thousands of people. The participants engaged in the practice of the …

Which Districts of Uttar Pradesh Share Border with Madhya Pradesh

Which Districts of Uttar Pradesh Share Border with Madhya Pradesh?

Uttar Pradesh stands as the fourth largest state in India, sprawling across an area of 240,928 square kilometers. It boasts the highest number of districts in the country. Uttar Pradesh shares its borders with various states and also with a neighboring country. Let’s delve into which districts of Uttar Pradesh share borders with the state …

111-Year-Old John Alfred Tinniswood Becomes World's New Oldest Man

111-Year-Old John Alfred Tinniswood Becomes World’s New Oldest Man

Guinness World Records (GWR) has shared a video of the world’s oldest living man, 111-year-old John Alfred Tinniswood, from England. In the video, Tinniswood reveals what he believes is the secret to his exceptional longevity and also offers a piece of advice for others. A Remarkable Life Span Tinniswood was born in 1912 in Merseyside, …

RBI Takes Regulatory Actions Regarding NBFCs' Registration

RBI Takes Regulatory Actions Regarding NBFCs’ Registration

In a recent announcement, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has made significant regulatory decisions regarding the registration of non-banking finance companies (NBFCs). The RBI has cancelled the registration certificates of four NBFCs and has received voluntary surrender of licenses from 11 other entities for various reasons, including business exit, amalgamation, and non-requirement for registration …

RBI Survey: Consumer Confidence on the Rise

RBI Survey: Consumer Confidence on the Rise

The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) recent survey conducted in March 2024 indicates a significant improvement in consumer confidence for the year ahead. The Future Expectations Index (FEI) rose by 2.1 points to reach 125.2, the highest level since mid-2019. This surge in optimism is attributed to households’ positive sentiments regarding the general economic situation, …