Mahalaya Amavasya is considered a significant day for honoring and remembering ancestors. This year, it falls on October 2, Wednesday. Hindus perform Tarpan and Shraddha Karma on this day to liberate the souls of their ancestors and also to get rid of Pitru Dosha. The rituals include offering water, preparing satvik food, and lighting a lamp for the ancestors. Mahalaya Amavasya marks the beginning of Navratri and the end of Pitru Paksha in the Hindu calendar. It is also a day for seeking the blessings of ancestors for progress, happiness, and prosperity in life.
On the anniversary of the Quit India movement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to all those who participated in the movement under Mahatma Gandhi's leadership. He described it as a pivotal moment in the fight for India's independence. The movement, which began on August 9th, 1942, saw widespread support and ultimately hastened the departure of the British rulers from India.
On Saturday, AAP leader Manish Sisodia paid his respects to Mahatma Gandhi at the Rajghat memorial, a day after his release from jail in the Delhi excise policy case. He was accompanied by several party leaders, including MP Sanjay Singh and ministers Atishi and Saurabh Bharadwaj. Sisodia expressed his gratitude towards Lord Hanuman for his release and hopes that Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's release will follow soon. This comes after the Supreme Court granted Sisodia bail and criticized his 17-month long incarceration without trial.
Fans of the beloved "Harry Potter" franchise, get ready to see your favorite villain in a new light as British actor Tom Felton is set to star in the much-anticipated series "Gandhi". Along with Felton, a talented ensemble cast has been announced, with the show already in the midst of filming. Based on two books by historian and author Ramachandra Guha, and with acclaimed director Hansal Mehta at the helm, "Gandhi" is shaping up to be an international production with top-notch talent both in front of and behind the camera.
On the 76th death anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the Kasturba Gandhi Kendra Trust and Deputy Mayor Bhumana Abhinaya Reddy distributed goods to those in need in Timminayudupalem, Tirupati. The event was attended by Dr P C Rayulu, Bhumana Abhinaya Reddy, and Dr Savita Singh, who shared insights into Gandhi's life and praised Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy's efforts for village self-governance. The meeting also included floral tributes and a recollection of Gandhi's contributions to the freedom struggle.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah took to X to honor the death anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. Modi reflected on Gandhi's legacy and sacrifices, while Shah praised the leader's messages of peace and harmony that are still relevant today. Additionally, another X handle shared excerpts from Modi's personal diary which showcased his admiration for Gandhi's teachings.
After the Enforcement Directorate conducted a raid at his residence, Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren is facing scrutiny for his assets. In a letter, he has accused the ED of being motivated by a political agenda. Soren's wife was also a part of a meeting he held with ruling alliance MLAs, where it was reported that he will record a statement before the probe agency on Wednesday. Security has been beefed up outside the CM's house and other government offices in Ranchi.
Former Chief Justice of India Uday Umesh Lalit, who currently serves as a Distinguished Jurist Professor at Hidayatullah National Law University (HNLU), will be delivering the 3rd Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Lecture on the topic of Law & Ethics in an Era of Artificial Intelligence. The event, which is in its third year, will continue HNLU's tradition of promoting Gandhian values in relation to law and social sciences. The lecture will be streamed live on a YouTube channel and will be preceded by remarks from the HNLU Vice-Chancellor.
On January 30, India pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on his death anniversary, also known as Martyrs' Day or Shaheed Diwas. Gandhi, a pivotal figure in the country's independence struggle, promoted peace and non-violent methods. His impact extends beyond India, with the United Nations designating his birth anniversary as the International Day of Non-violence. Top officials and citizens gather at Raj Ghat to remember the sacrifices of Indian martyrs on this important day.