The Supreme Court’s recent ruling on Delhi’s stray dogs has once again put the spotlight on how India treats its animals. What Is Happening Now?Animal lovers across Delhi are celebrating the decision, calling it a victory for compassion and for the “right to live” of stray animals. NGOs and local volunteers are preparing to expand…
Month: August 2025
Ganesh Chaturthi: Wisdom, Unity, and Responsibility
Ganesh Chaturthi, also called Vinayaka Chaturthi, is one of the most widely celebrated festivals in India. The festival marks the birth of Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed God revered as the remover of obstacles (Vighnaharta) and the harbinger of wisdom and good fortune. In Hindu practice, Ganesha is worshipped first before any ritual or ceremony, as…
Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Parkash Purab
On Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Parkash Purab (First Parkash Utsav), Sikhs around the world celebrate the sacred occasion marking the historic moment when the Adi Granth, the holy scripture compiled by Guru Arjan Dev Ji, was ceremoniously installed for the first time at Sri Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple), Amritsar, in the year 1604 CE….
Shivaram Rajguru’s Birth Anniversary: Lessons for Today’s Youth
A Hero RememberedOn 24 August 1908, in Khed (now Rajgurunagar), Maharashtra, Shivaram Hari Rajguru was born—a young revolutionary who played a key role in India’s independence movement. Though often overshadowed by Bhagat Singh and Sukhdev, Rajguru’s courage, discipline, and sacrifice remain a beacon of inspiration for every Indian. On his birth anniversary today, remembering his…
On the Birth Anniversary of Dr. R. G. Kar: Honoring a Visionary, Mourning a Tragedy
Today, on August 23, we remember Dr. Radha Gobinda Kar—a man who was not just a doctor, but a revolutionary in the truest sense. Born in 1852 in Santragachhi, Howrah, R. G. Kar dedicated his life to democratizing medical education and ensuring quality healthcare for the common people of Bengal. His birth anniversary offers us…
World Senior Citizens Day 2025
Every year on August 21st, the world pauses for a moment of reflection — to celebrate the lives, wisdom, and contributions of senior citizens. World Senior Citizens Day is not merely a symbolic occasion. It’s a chance to deeply evaluate how we treat the people who have walked the path before us — those who…
World Entrepreneurs’ Day: A Call for Bharat’s Youth to Lead the Future
World Entrepreneurs’ Day is observed every year on August 21st to celebrate the individuals who dare to dream, innovate, and build businesses that fuel economies and change societies. It is a day dedicated to recognizing the role of entrepreneurs in shaping industries, solving social problems, and generating livelihoods. The Roots of Entrepreneurship and Why It…
Gostha Behari Pal: Chiner Pracheer – The Great Wall of Indian Football
August 20 marks the birth anniversary of one of Indian football’s earliest legends — Gostha Behari Pal. A name that once echoed through the football grounds of colonial India, Pal stood tall, both literally and figuratively, as a beacon of strength and discipline. Nicknamed “Chiner Pracheer” (The Great Wall of China), he was revered for his…
How To Reclaim Your Attention (and your life) – Dr. K
Why is Everything Boring Now? Get Your Mind Out of the Gutter. This one Trick will Fix Your Attention Span. Use this trick to reclaim your attention – Trataka meditation is a yogic concentration practice where you focus your gaze steadily on a single point — often a candle flame — without blinking, to still…
World Photography Day: Capturing Truth, Creativity, and Moments That Matter
August 19, World Photography Day honors the art, science, and history of photography—a powerful medium that has transformed how we perceive, document, and preserve the world around us, capturing truths that words often cannot express. The World Photography Day 2025 theme is “MY FAVORITE PHOTO”. A Brief HistoryWorld Photography Day traces its roots back to…
Why India Still Clings to 18 August 1945 as the End of Netaji’s Story?
Few figures in India’s freedom struggle evoke as much passion as Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. Officially, it is said that he died in a plane crash in Taiwan on 18 August 1945. Yet, for decades, doubts have lingered, investigations have contradicted one another, and researchers like Anuj Dhar and Chandrachur Ghose have brought forward compelling…
120 Bahadur: The Battle of Rezang La
Cinema has the power to bring forgotten history back to life, and 120 Bahadur is one such upcoming film that promises to do exactly that. Starring Farhan Akhtar as the legendary Major Shaitan Singh Bhati, the movie is based on the real-life Battle of Rezang La (1962)—a chapter of Indian military history that defines sacrifice,…
Direct Action Day 1946: The Dark Truth of Power, Politics, and Riots
On 16th August 1946, Kolkata (then Calcutta) witnessed one of the darkest and bloodiest episodes in Indian history — Direct Action Day, also called the Great Calcutta Killings. What began as a political call for “Muslim rights” by Muhammad Ali Jinnah and the Muslim League turned into a horrifying communal riot that left thousands of…
15 August: The Independence That Wasn’t
Every year, India celebrates 15 August as its Independence Day — a day filled with patriotic speeches, parades, and flag hoisting. But how many of us pause to question: Was 15 August 1947 really the day India achieved true freedom? When we look closer, the reality seems very different from the celebratory narrative taught to…
Partition Horrors Remembrance Day: Remembering the Truth, Uniting for the Future
Introduction On 14 August each year, India observes Partition Horrors Remembrance Day — a solemn memorial for the millions of Indians who endured unspeakable suffering during the Partition of 1947. Declared in 2021 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, this day reminds us of the tragedy’s true causes: political greed, selfish ambitions, and the dangerous success…
World Organ Donation Day 2025: Answering The Call
Observed every year on August 13, World Organ Donation Day serves as a reminder of the immense life-saving potential that organ donation holds. The 2025 theme, “Answering The Call”, urges individuals, families, and healthcare professionals to step forward and close the gap between organ demand and supply. The day is also dedicated to honoring the…
World Elephant Day: Bringing The World Together To Help Elephants
World Elephant Day is a global reminder of the majesty, vulnerability, and cultural significance of one of the world’s most iconic animals—the elephant. First observed in 2012, the day was founded by filmmaker Patricia Sims and the Elephant Reintroduction Foundation of Thailand to highlight the critical threats elephants face and to inspire collective action. This…
Vikram Sarabhai: A Legacy of Science, Vision, and Nation-Building
On 12 August, India proudly celebrates the birth anniversary of Dr. Vikram Ambalal Sarabhai, a name synonymous with vision, innovation, and nation-building, widely regarded as the Father of the Indian Space Programme. Born in 1919 in Ahmedabad to a well-known industrialist family, Sarabhai had every privilege at his disposal, yet he chose the path of…
Remembering Khudiram Bose: A Martyr of India’s Freedom on His Death Anniversary
On this day, August 11, we bow our heads in reverence to Khudiram Bose, one of India’s youngest and most courageous freedom fighters, who laid down his life for our motherland at the tender age of 18. His death in 1908 marked not just a moment of tragedy, but also a spark that ignited a…
Raksha Bandhan: A Celebration of Love, Protection, and the Sacred Bond of Brotherhood and Sisterhood
Raksha Bandhan, celebrated on Rakhi Purnima, is one of the most heartfelt and significant festivals in India. The term Raksha means protection, and Bandhan refers to a bond or connection. This festival signifies not just a familial connection but also the deep, unspoken promises of protection, love, and mutual care that define sibling relationships. The…
International Cat Day – Celebrate the Free Spirits Among Us
Today, August 8, we celebrate International Cat Day, a global tribute to one of the world’s most enigmatic and beloved creatures. Cats—whether strutting through ancient myth, curled up on a sunny windowsill, or becoming internet icons—have long stirred fascination, affection, and a fair bit of misunderstanding. While dogs are often labeled as “man’s best friend”…
National Handloom Day: A Call to Revive the Spirit of Swadeshi
August 7 marks National Handloom Day, a celebration of India’s age-old weaving tradition and the artisans who keep this legacy alive. More than a day of observance, it is a reminder of our rich textile culture, and a call to recognize and support the handloom sector, which is deeply embedded in India’s identity. A Historical…
The Ethics and Environmental Impact of Meat Consumption: A Call for Conscious Eating
In today’s world, where vegetarian food options are both abundant and accessible, the necessity of eating meat is becoming increasingly questionable. While historically humans consumed animal products out of necessity, especially in areas where plant-based foods were scarce, modern advancements in agriculture and nutrition have made vegetarian diets not only viable but sufficiently nutritious to…
Watch Sitaare (YouTube) Zameen Par Now at only â‚ą100
Aamir Khan has made a bold break from the OTT system by releasing Sitaare Zameen Par directly on his YouTube channel Aamir Khan Talkies via a transactional pay-per-view model, priced at â‚ą100 per view (available from August 1, 2025). Rejecting subscription-based platforms, Aamir calls his new setup “Janta Ka Theatre,” aiming to mimic the traditional single-pay theatrical…