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The University of Illinois Springfield's Indian Student Organization recently hosted an event in the Student Union to share the cultural and religious significance of the Hindu festival Dussehra. The event aimed to educate fellow students about the festival, which commemorates the triumph of good over evil, and featured
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In the vibrant streets of Durban's north coast, where I grew up in the housing estates of the former Tongaat Sugar Company, Diwali was a time of immense joy and celebration. Our community, confined to segregated areas by the Group Areas Act, came together to share in the
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This year, the highly anticipated Diwali Mela festival will return to Southampton, set to attract over 1,000 visitors. Taking place at Bitterne Park School on Saturday, October 19th, the event promises an action-packed day of cultural delights, entertainment, and community spirit. Organized by Rajan Jolly and his wife Meenakshi,
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Hinduism is one of the world's oldest and most diverse faiths, with over 1.2 billion followers globally. The festivals of Hinduism are a vibrant expression of the community's rich cultural and spiritual heritage. From the celebration of light and goodness over evil during Diwali to
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As India's urban landscape undergoes a significant transformation, festivals are reinventing themselves to cater to the diverse needs of its growing population. My experience of watching my elder daughter celebrate Ganpati Puja in the United States, and my visit to my neighbours who had brought "Bappa"
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Noel Meade, the renowned champion National Hunt trainer, has built a storied legacy at the Galway Races, with a rich history of success in various events. Meade's record speaks for itself, with eight trainer titles in Ireland and a host of major prizes on the Irish National Hunt
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Delhi's festering air pollution issue worsens every winter, with toxic emissions reaching "severe" levels, and fireworks on Diwali exacerbating the problem. While the Supreme Court yearly bans chemically polluting firecrackers, right-wing activists cry foul, labeling the ban an attack on Hindu festivals. Amidst this chaos, doctors
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As Diwali festivities approach, homegrown brands in the Tricity are opting for a nature-friendly, handcrafted approach to gifting. These businesses are focusing on sustainable products, natural dyes, and eco-friendly production methods to create unique and thoughtful gifts for the festival of lights. From handmade firecrackers that sprout into plants to
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Tourism in Haidong City, Qinghai Province, China, experienced a significant resurgence during the recent Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays. With a total of 517,100 domestic tourists, the city saw a year-on-year increase of 718% compared to 2022. This surge in tourism led to a substantial increase in revenue,
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As the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day approach, the Yangpu District of Shanghai Municipality is taking proactive measures to ensure safety and stability. According to the district's news release, various party and government teams were formed to lead inspections in key areas, including hospitals, nursing homes, gas stations,
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Beijing received a record-breaking 11.879 million tourists during the eight-day Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holiday in 2023, marking a year-on-year increase of 48.9% on a comparable basis, and an increase of 12.9% over 2019. The total tourism revenue reached 15.57 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase
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During the upcoming Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays, the People's Government of Beijing Municipality has taken measures to ensure smooth and safe traffic in the city. The traffic control department has studied historical traffic patterns and trends to anticipate an increase in passenger and vehicle flows. Measures
