As we know a lunar eclipse takes place when the earth comes in between the Sun and the Moon, this leads to blocking of sun rays falling on the Moon's surface. The first Lunar Eclipse (Chandra Grahan) of 2020 will take

Lohri is a popular festival celebrated in North India, especially in Punjab. It marks the end of chilly winter as the northern hemisphere of the Earth starts tilting towards the Sun. It also marks the onset of the harvest season for

In Hinduism, Lord Shiva is considered as the greatest of all Gods and is believed to be the destroyer of evil thoughts, fears and materialistic desires. Devotees believe that He lives a simple life and stays away from all kinds of

Makar Sankranti is the festival that brings joy and enjoyment, especially among farmers who look forward to harvesting their rabi crops. The festival marks the end of chilly winter days and the arrival of longer days. This year Makar Sankranti will

Who would not love the sight of fresh and green plants around them? After all, plants are important to our existence. They not only provide us with oxygen and makes our surroundings green. It is not that one can't have plants

Lord Ganesha is one of the most important deities for those who practice Hinduism. He said to be the youngest son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. People worship Lord Ganesha before beginning any work as he said to be the

Different religions have different beliefs, especially when it comes to getting rid of evil and negative energy. You may have seen people wearing black thread around their ankle, neck, waist or wrist. While nowadays, some women and men wear it to

Have you ever wondered why women wear their wedding or engagement ring on the left ring finger? You must have seen several movies where the hero slides a beautiful ring on his lady love's finger. But, did it ever strike to

Ratha Saptami is a Hindu festival that is celebrated on the seventh day of the waxing moon in Magh (the 11th month as per the Hindu Calendar). The festival symbolises the movement of Sun towards the Northern Hemisphere. Ratha Saptami also

Ratha Saptami is one of the most important festivals in Hinduism which is celebrated on the seventh day of the waxing moon in the month of Magh. Since this is the time when the Sun moves towards the northern hemisphere, which

According to the Hindu Calendar, the full moon day in the month of Magha is quite important. This day is known as Magha Purnima and is considered an auspicious day. It is also known as 'Maghi Purnima' or 'Maha Maghi'. This

Guru Ravidas was an Indian Mystic and poet who played a prominent role during the Bhakti Movement, a theistic devotional trend that was led during the 15th century. The movement is said to be later revolutionised the Sikhism. Guru Ravidas was

Lord Shiva who is popularly known as Mahadev (the supreme God) is widely worshipped among the Hindus. Devotees of Lord Shiva have immense faith on him and therefore, they are often seen worshipping Shivlinga, the mystic form of Lord Shiva. In

Maha Shivratri is one of the most important and ancient festivals celebrated among Hindus. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva who is considered to be formless and timeless and is one among the Holy Trinity i.e., Brahma, Vishnu and

Lord Shiva is considered to be one of the most important Hindu deity. Devotees are often seen worshipping Him with utmost dedication and devotion. In order to pay tribute to Lord Shiva and express their gratitude for bestowing prosperity, devotees celebrate

Hindus believe in worshipping different Gods in different forms. In order to please their deities, they perform several rituals and make offerings for their Gods. But do you know in Hindu mythology, every day of a week is dedicated to

Sheetala Ashtami, a popular festival celebrated in Northern India, especially in Rajasthan, Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh will this year be observed on 16 March 2020. It is also known as Basoda Puja and is dedicated to Goddess Sheetala, an incarnation

Gudi Padwa, a Hindu festival marks the New Year in Maharashtrian and Konkani Culture. The festival is also known as Marathi New Year and is observed every year on Chaitra Pratipada Shukla (the first day of the waxing moon). In other

Chaitra Navratri also known as Vasant Durga Puja or Chaitra Durga Puja holds great importance among Hindus. Every year, the festival begins from the Pratipada of Shukla Paksha in Chaitra (a month according to the Hindu festival). This year the date

Gangaur or Gauri Tritiya or Gauri Teej is a popular festival celebrated in the Indian state of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. Dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, this festival is celebrated every year on the Tritiya (third day) of Chaitra,

Ram Navami is an important day among the Hindus. This is the day that marks the birth anniversary of Lord Rama. Every year, Ram Navami is celebrated on the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase) Navami (ninth day) of Chaitra month. This is

Lord Vishnu who is known as the nurturer of the Universe and is one among the holy trinity i.e., Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh, has taken many avatars (incarnations). Out of his ten incarnations, Lord Rama and Krishna are the most famous.

Mahavir Jayanti or Mahavir Janma Kalyanak is one of the most important festivals for people belonging to the Jain community. Mahavir Jayanti marks the birth anniversary of Mahavir, the twenty-fourth Tiranthkara of Jains. This year the festival falls on 6 April

Hanuman Jayanti marks the birth anniversary of Lord Hanuman, one of the important and widely worshipped Hindu Gods. Lord Hanuman, the Vanara God and one of the important characters in Ramayana is considered to be the 11th incarnation of Lord Shiva.

Lord Hanuman, the God of energy and strength is widely worshipped across India, particularly by people belonging to the Hindu community. He is considered to be the hero of Ramayana, the Sanskrit epic of ancient India. Those who are the worshippers

Baisakhi holds a great significance in the life of Sikhs. It marks their New Year and the harvest of Rabi crops. The festival's importance is understood by the grand celebration among the people belonging to Punjab and Haryana. This year the

Varuthini Ekadashi is the third Ekadashi in a Hindu year. Every year, the festival is observed on the Krishna Paksha's Ekadashi in the month of Baisakh. This Ekadashi is dedicated to the Vaman incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Therefore, the festival holds

Akshaya Tritiya also known as Akha Teej is celebrated every year on the Tritiya of Shukla Paksha of Vaishakh month. This year the festival falls on 26 April 2020. This day holds great significance in the lives of Hindus and Jains.

Ramadan also known as Ramazan, is the most sacred month for the followers of Islam. This is considered to be the ninth month of the Islamic Calendar. During Ramadan, Muslims observe fast for the entire month. They consume food or water

The holy Islamic month of Ramadan has begun and people belonging to the Muslim community are observing fasts (also known as Roza) and praying to the Almighty. This is said to be the month of austerity, worship, abstinence and fasting. People

Buddha Purnima is one of the important festivals celebrated in Hinduism and Buddhism culture. It is the birth anniversary of Lord Buddha and is the annual festival celebrated by people belonging to the Buddhist community. Every year the festival is celebrated

Headed by Dr Devi Shetty of Narayana Health (Bangalore), a group of experts have submitted an exit strategy report to the Government of Karnataka on how to proceed with the phase-wise lifting of lockdowns after the 21-days. CORONAVIRUS LIVE UPDATES. {image-exit-1586517931.jpg

Till date, coronavirus (COVID-19) has infected 1,854,174 people and claimed 114,291 lives. And, while the whole world is grappling with dangers this virus poses to mankind, it is crucial to practice basic hygiene methods and also incorporate certain ways to boost

The coronavirus disease (COVID-19)is an infectious disease caused by coronaviruses, a family of viruses that also causes severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS). Both COVID-19 and SARS are caused by a strain of coronaviruses that caused SARS, known as SARS-CoV in 2003

In a recent report, Andhra Pradesh has confirmed the death of two coronavirus patients who had no travel history. The Andhra Pradesh Police reported that the virus spread through currency notes, where it turned out to be the ‘culprit' carrying the

COVID-19 lockdown has affected the day-to-day activities of people worldwide. There's a change in the work-life system, daily routines, meal timings and the most important, sleep pattern. According to a survey carried out by Wakefit, a company based on innovative sleep

One of the most common questions asked in the event of coronavirus being declared as airborne in places that use aerosols is, 'can the coronavirus spread through farting?.' As weird as it may sound, health experts assert that it is indeed,

Since the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, the usage of face masks has become ubiquitous in countries affected with COVID-19. The health officials have been urging people to wear face masks as an essential protective measure against the coronavirus. The most popular face

The COVID-19 lockdown has caused several psychological impacts on people. The negative effect of quarantine and restrictions such as stress, depression, confusion, post-traumatic disorder, fear of infection, boredom, the fear of financial stability and stress about the health of loved ones

We all know that feeling when our stomach is upset and is giving trouble which doesn't make us feel great at all. This full, uncomfortable, burning sensation kind of feeling usually happens during or after a meal. Yes, we are talking

Scientists are still studying the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)and with each passing day, multiple studies are surfacing about the virus that has infected 2,830,082 people and caused 197,246 deaths worldwide. Seeing the SARS-CoV-2's highly contagious nature, the World

The coronavirus cases around the globe are at 2,995,757, with 207,022 deaths reported and 881,845 recoveries. The virus outbreak that began in 2019 continues to cause casualties, while health experts around the globe are extensively working on developing a vaccine and

The coronavirus cases around the globe are at 2,995,757, with 207,022 deaths reported and 881,845 recoveries. The virus outbreak that began in 2019 continues to cause casualties, while health experts around the globe are extensively working on developing a vaccine and

As of today, there are 29435 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in India with 6869 recovered cases and 934 deaths. COVID-19 tends to become severe in patients who are old or have some pre-existing medical conditions. They are at higher risk of

Summer ailments are quite common during the hot summer months. From heat rashes and sunburns to jaundice and food poisoning summer causes a host of health problems. In India, usually May and June are considered the hottest months of the year

Every year, International No Diet Day (INDD) is observed on 6 May. The day celebrates body acceptance, raising awareness on the importance of body positivity and body shape diversity. INDD also focuses on promoting a healthy lifestyle with a

As of today, there are 3,856,794 coronavirus cases with 266,488 deaths. On a hopeful note, 1,317,978 have recovered. In India, there are 53,045 confirmed cases, 1,787 deaths and 15,331 recovery cases [1]. Researchers and health experts are ardently focused

As of today, the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in India is 59662, with 17847 recovered cases and 1981 deaths. The concerns related to COVID-19 pandemic is increasing day by day. The WHO and CDC along with many healthcare institutions

Worldwide, International Mother's Day is celebrated on 10 May 2020 every year. It is a day to celebrate motherhood and appreciate the unconditional love, contributions and sacrifices of mothers and mother figures. Without them, our lives are incomplete and the way

After a tiring day, the one thing that you look forward to is taking a relaxing shower. You know it's hard to explain that feeling of relief as water pours and trickles down your body from the shower. Have you ever