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Jallianwala Bagh Massacre: Some lesser-known facts about the 1919 tragedy

Jallianwala Bagh Massacre: Some lesser-known facts about the 1919 tragedy

Jallianwala Bagh massacre that took place on April 13, 1919, in Amritsar, Punjab marked a turning point in India’s struggle for independence

12 April,2024 10:07 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
What is Eid ul-Fitr and how it is celebrated by Muslims across the world

What is Eid ul-Fitr and how it is celebrated by Muslims across the world

The translation of “Eid ul-Fitr” from Arabic sums up the holiday as it means “festival of breaking the fast"

09 April,2024 11:05 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Eid-ul-Fitr 2024: Significance of one of Muslim's most important festivals

Eid-ul-Fitr 2024: Significance of one of Muslim's most important festivals

After a month long fasting during Ramadan, the Muslim community around the world prepares to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr 2024

09 April,2024 08:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Solar Eclipse 2024: Precautions for safe witnessing of Surya Grahan

Solar Eclipse 2024: Precautions for safe witnessing of Surya Grahan

The solar eclipse 2024, also known as Surya Grahan, is scheduled to occur on April 8

07 April,2024 08:19 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Solar eclipse 2024: When and where to watch, all you need to know

Solar eclipse 2024: When and where to watch, all you need to know

Before delving into the specifics of when and where to watch, let's briefly understand what a solar eclipse is

07 April,2024 02:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Solar Eclipse 2024: Here's all you need to know about total eclipse of April 8

Solar Eclipse 2024: Here's all you need to know about total eclipse of April 8

A total solar eclipse will occur on April 8, 2024, offering a unique opportunity for skygazers and astronomers to witness this breathtaking phenomenon.

07 April,2024 12:13 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Easter 2024: Date, celebrations and rituals, here's all you need to know

Easter 2024: Date, celebrations and rituals, here's all you need to know

Easter, also known as Resurrection Sunday, commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, as described in the New Testament of the Bible

28 March,2024 02:39 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Holi 2024: Over 12,200 motorists fined for flouting traffic rules in Noida

Holi 2024: Over 12,200 motorists fined for flouting traffic rules in Noida

Over 12,200 motorists were penalised for violation of road traffic rules on Holi across Noida and Greater Noida

26 March,2024 09:20 PM IST | Noida | PTI
Rangpanchami 2024: All you may need to know about the festival

Rangpanchami 2024: All you may need to know about the festival

Rangpanchami 2024, a festival, is celebrated with intensity and excitement, occurs five days after Holi

25 March,2024 07:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Easter 2024: Significance, celebrations and rituals on the day

Easter 2024: Significance, celebrations and rituals on the day

As Easter 2024 approaches, Christians around the world prepare to celebrate the key event of their faith--Jesus Christ's resurrection

25 March,2024 07:37 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

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