Indian Festival

  📅 Date & Tithi Friday, 1 May 2026 – observed across India (including your region in Maharashtra) and Nepal   Vaishakha Purnima (Full Moon) begins the evening of 30 April (~21:12 IST) and ends 1 May  🧘 Significance Buddha Purnima commemorates the birth , enlightenment , and Mahaparinirvana (final passing) of Siddhartha Gautama, Lord Buddha   It falls on the Vaishakha full moon , with the date shifting annually as it follows the lunar calendar   🙏 Traditions & Celebrations In India Devotees visit Buddhist temples/viharas —especially around Bodh Gaya , Sarnath , and regions like Maharashtra , Bodh Gaya , Ladakh , etc.—to participate in prayers, meditation, and long sutra readings   Early morning rituals include gathering before sunrise for flag hoisting , chanting , and alms-giving . The full moon ritual also involves feeding monks , donating food , and freeing caged birds/animals as acts of compassion   ...

  Good Friday Festival – 3 April 2026 Good Friday is a solemn Christian holiday observed on the Friday before Easter Sunday, commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and his death at Calvary. In 2026, Good Friday will be observed on 3rd April . 🌿 Religious Significance Good Friday is one of the most important days in the Christian calendar. It marks the day when Jesus sacrificed his life for the redemption of mankind's sins. Christians believe that Jesus' crucifixion was a part of God's plan to save humanity. The day is a symbol of love, sacrifice, and forgiveness. ⛪ Observance and Traditions Church Services : Special church services are held, including readings from the Bible, prayers, and hymns focused on the suffering and sacrifice of Christ. Fasting and Mourning : Many Christians observe fasting or eat only one simple meal. It is a day of mourning, not celebration. Processions : In many parts of the world, especially in Catholic countries like the Phi...