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Eid ul Adha family activities: Fun ways to bond and celebrate with loved ones

Updated on Jun 14, 2024 10:59 AM IST

Eid ul Adha 2024: From decorating cookies to doing charity together, here are a few special ways to bond with your family members on the occasion of Eid ul Adha

In India, Eid ul Adha is also known as Bakrid.(Unsplash)

ByTapatrisha Das, Delhi

How is Eid ul Adha celebrated around the world?

Eid ul Adha 2024: Eid ul Adha 2024: Also known as the Feast of Sacrifice, Eid ul Adha is one of the most special festivals of the Islam community celebrated throughout the world. Also known as Bakrid in India, Eid ul Adha marks the end of the Hajj pilgrimage. This year, Eid ul Adha will be celebrated in india on June 16, and in Saudi Arabia a day earlier. Eid ul Adha is the time of sacrifice, devotion, blessings and community. As we gear up to celebrate the auspicious day, here's how Eid ul Adha is celebrated around the world.(Unsplash)

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Published on Jun 13, 2024 01:24 PM IST

World Blood Donor Day 2024: Date, history and significance of the day

World Blood Donor Day 2024: From history to theme, here's all that you need to know about the important occasion of World Blood Donor Day.

Every year, World Blood Donor Day is observed on June 14.(Photo by Nguyễn Hiệp on Unsplash)

Updated on Jun 14, 2024 10:57 AM IST

ByTapatrisha Das, Delhi

Hajj 2024: Significance behind sacred Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia

Hajj as a pillar of Islam and its deep spiritual meaning: Understanding the spiritual importance of Muslims' pilgrimage to Kaaba at Mecca in Saudi Arabia

Muslim pilgrims circumambulate the Kaaba, the cubic building at the Grand Mosque, ahead of the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Hajj 2024: Significance behind sacred Muslim pilgrimage to Kaaba at Mecca in Saudi Arabia (AP Photo/Rafiq Maqbool)

Published on Jun 12, 2024 04:21 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Hajj 2024: Prophet Ibrahim to today - know origin of Kaaba, rich history of Hajj

History of Hajj: Ahead of Hajj 2024, here's all you need to know about the Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia - from Prophet Ibrahim to modern pilgrims

Hajj 2024 from Prophet Ibrahim to today: Origin of Kaaba and rich history of Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia (Photo by Twitter/hassham_waleed)

Published on Jun 12, 2024 02:32 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Hajj 2024: When is Hajj? Date of Muslims pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia

Hajj 2024: Here’s all you need to know about when is Hajj this year - the date of Muslims' pilgrimage to Kaaba at Mecca in Saudi Arabia

Muslim worshippers pray around the Kaaba, Islam's holiest shrine, at the Grand Mosque in Saudi Arabia's holy city of Mecca on June 11, 2024 ahead of the annual hajj pilgrimage. Hajj 2024: When is Hajj? Date of Muslims pilgrimage to Kaaba at Mecca in Saudi Arabia (Photo by FADEL SENNA / AFP)

Published on Jun 12, 2024 01:51 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Hajj 2024 dominated by rising temperatures in Saudi Arabia

Saudi officials warn of sweltering heat for this year's Islamic pilgrimage. Observers highlight that regional long-term policy changes are needed.

Elderly pilgrims are particularly vulnerable to higher temperatures like the ones expected in the heat wave during the upcoming Hajj. (DW/Amr Nabil/AP Photo/picture alliance)

Published on Jun 12, 2024 12:12 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi

Father's Day 2024: 5 unique ideas to celebrate the special day

Father's Day 2024: From watching movies together to gifting him a puppy, here is a list of ideas to celebrate Father's Day in a unique way.

As we gear up to celebrate the special day on June 16, here is a list of ideas to celebrate the day and let our dads know how beautiful they make our lives by being in it. (Unsplash)

Published on Jun 12, 2024 12:10 PM IST

ByTapatrisha Das, Delhi

World Day Against Child Labour 2024: Date, history, significance

World Day Against Child Labour 2024: From history to significance, here's all that you need to know about the important day.

Every year, World Day Against Child Labour is observed on June 12. (Burhaan Kinu / Hindustan Times)

Published on Jun 12, 2024 11:08 AM IST

ByTapatrisha Das, Delhi

Eid ul Adha 2024: What's Hajj and why it is significant for Muslims

Hajj is a required pilgrimage to Mecca for Muslims once in a lifetime, uniting believers in religious rituals and acts of worship.

Muslim pilgrims unite in annual Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia(File photo)

Published on Jun 10, 2024 12:50 PM IST

AP | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri

Father's Day 2024: 5 thoughtful gifts to make your dad smile

Father's Day 2024: From books to plants, here is a list of Father's Day gifts that will make your dad smile throughout the day.

Father's Day will be celebrated on June 16.(Pexels)

Published on Jun 10, 2024 12:29 PM IST

ByTapatrisha Das, Delhi

National Bae Day 2024: Date, history, significance, wishes and romantic quotes

National Bae Day 2024: Know the date, history, and significance of National Bae Day. Also, you can find wishes, quotes, and romantic messages you can send.

National Bae Day 2024: Know the date, history, significance, and send these wishes, quotes and romantic messages to your partner. (Freepik)

Updated on Jun 10, 2024 12:31 PM IST

ByKrishna Priya Pallavi, New Delhi

World Gin Day 2024: Date, history, significance

World Gin Day 2024: From history to significance, here's all that you need to know about this special day.

This year, World Gin Day will be observed on June 8. (Unsplash)

Published on Jun 07, 2024 03:32 PM IST

ByTapatrisha Das, Delhi

World Oceans Day 2024: Date, history, significance

World Oceans Day 2024: From theme to significance, here's all that you need to know about World Oceans Day and why it should be observed.

Every year, World Oceans Day is observed on June 8.(Unsplash)

Published on Jun 07, 2024 01:38 PM IST

ByTapatrisha Das, Delhi

National Best Friend Day 2024: Date, history, significance

National Best Friend Day 2024: From significance to history, here's all that you need to know about this special day.

Every year, National Best Friend Day is observed on June 8.(Pexels)

Updated on Jun 08, 2024 12:46 PM IST

ByTapatrisha Das, Delhi

Happy National Best Friends Day 2024: Wishes, images, quotes, SMS, greetings

Happy National Best Friends Day 2024: National Best Friends Day is on June 8. Check out these wishes, images, quotes, greetings, and WhatsApp & Facebook status.

Happy National Best Friends Day 2024: Send these wishes, images, quotes, SMS, greetings, WhatsApp and Facebook status to your best friend on June 8. (HT Photo)

Updated on Jun 08, 2024 12:46 PM IST

ByKrishna Priya Pallavi, New Delhi

Preserving hope: Fertility options for ovarian cancer patients

Chemotherapy can impact a woman's reproductive health, compromising her capacity to conceive in future. Here are fertility options for ovarian cancer patients

Published on Jun 06, 2024 05:30 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

International Supply Chain Professionals Day 2024: Date, history, significance

International Supply Chain Professionals Day 2024: From history to significance, here's all that you need to know.

Every year, International Supply Chain Professionals Day is observed on June 7.(Unsplash)

Published on Jun 06, 2024 03:12 PM IST

ByTapatrisha Das, Delhi

Vat Savitri 2024: Date, shubh muhurat, history, significance, rituals and more

On Vat Savitri, Hindu married women fast and pray to the banyan tree for their husbands' well-being. From date to shubh muhurat, check out all details inside.

Hindu women tying thread on Banyan tree as part of rituals of Vat Savitri puja.(Mujeeb Faruqui/HT Photo)

Published on Jun 06, 2024 01:17 PM IST

ByAkanksha Agnihotri, New Delhi

World Caring Day 2024: Wishes, images, messages, quotes to share

World Caring Day 2024: Here's a list of images and quotes that you can share with your family and friends and remind them of the power of being kind.

World Caring Day will be observed on June 7 this year.

Updated on Jun 07, 2024 11:41 AM IST

ByTapatrisha Das, Delhi

National Donut Day 2024: Date, history, significance

National Donut Day 2024: From history to significance, here's all that you need to know about the special day.

This year, National Donut Day will be celebrated on June 7. (Unsplash)

Updated on Jun 07, 2024 11:42 AM IST

ByTapatrisha Das, Delhi

Eid ul Adha 2024 date: When will Muslims in Saudi Arabia, India, UAE celebrate

Eid-ul-Adha 2024: Here's the date when Muslims in Saudi Arabia, India, UAE, US, UK etc will celebrate Bakra Eid during Zul Hijjah/Dhul Hijjah month this year

Eid ul Adha 2024 date: When will Muslims in Saudi Arabia, India, UAE, US, UK, other countries celebrate Bakra Eid (Photo by Wangard International)

Updated on Jun 12, 2024 10:12 AM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Shani Jayanti 2024: Date, rituals, significance

Shani Jayanti 2024: From date to puja muhurat, here's all that you need to know about this auspicious day.

This year, Shani Jayanti will be observed on June 6.(Unsplash)

Updated on Jun 06, 2024 10:38 AM IST

ByTapatrisha Das, Delhi

World Environment Day 2024: Wishes, images, quotes, messages to share

World Environment Day 2024: Here's a list of wishes, images and messages that you can share with others and urge them to pledge to save the environment.

Every year, World Environment Day is observed on June 5.

Updated on Jun 05, 2024 08:50 AM IST

ByTapatrisha Das, Delhi

Global Running Day 2024: Date, history, significance

Global Running Day 2024: From date to significance, here's all that you need to know about this special day.

This year, Global Running Day will be celebrated on June 5. (Unsplash)

Published on Jun 04, 2024 01:59 PM IST

ByTapatrisha Das, Delhi

World Environment Day 2024: 5 sustainable ways to observe the special day

World Environment Day 2024: From volunteering for a cleanup to planting a tree, here are a few sustainable ways to celebrate the special day.

Every year, World Environment Day is observed with the intention of urging people to pledge to save the planet. (Unsplash)

Updated on Jun 05, 2024 09:21 AM IST

ByTapatrisha Das, Delhi

Bhaum Pradosh Vrat 2024: Date, significance, rituals, puja timing

Bhaum Pradosh Vrat 2024: From shubh muhurat to puja vidhi, here's all that you need to know about this auspicious day.

Bhaum Pradosh Vrat, for the month of June will be observed on June 4.(Freepik)

Published on Jun 03, 2024 09:40 AM IST

ByTapatrisha Das, Delhi

Apara Ekadashi 2024: How to celebrate the auspicious day? Rituals, shubh muhurat

Apara Ekadashi 2024: From puja timings to rituals, here's all that you need to know about this auspicious day.

This year, Apara Ekadashi is celebrated on June 2. (Anil Dayal/HT)

Published on Jun 02, 2024 03:00 PM IST

ByTapatrisha Das, Delhi

World Bicycle Day 2024: Date, history, significance

World Bicycle Day 2024: From history to significance, here's all that you need to know about the special day.

Every year, World Bicycle Day is observed on June 3.(Unsplash)

Published on Jun 02, 2024 12:01 PM IST

ByTapatrisha Das, Delhi

Global Day of Parents 2024: Best wishes, images, messages and quotes to share

Celebrate Global Day of Parents 2024 by sharing these heartfelt wishes, beautiful images, inspiring messages and memorable quotes with your loved ones.

The Global Day of parents, observed annually on June 1, celebrates the importance of parents worldwide.(Freepik)

Updated on Jun 01, 2024 11:57 AM IST

ByAkanksha Agnihotri, New Delhi

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Eid ul Adha 2024: From decorating cookies to doing charity together, here are a few special ways to bond with your family members on the occasion of Eid ul Adha

World Blood Donor Day 2024: From history to theme, here's all that you need to know about the important occasion of World Blood Donor Day.

Hajj as a pillar of Islam and its deep spiritual meaning: Understanding the spiritual importance of Muslims' pilgrimage to Kaaba at Mecca in Saudi Arabia

History of Hajj: Ahead of Hajj 2024, here's all you need to know about the Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia - from Prophet Ibrahim to modern pilgrims

Hajj 2024: Here’s all you need to know about when is Hajj this year - the date of Muslims' pilgrimage to Kaaba at Mecca in Saudi Arabia

Saudi officials warn of sweltering heat for this year's Islamic pilgrimage. Observers highlight that regional long-term policy changes are needed.

Father's Day 2024: From watching movies together to gifting him a puppy, here is a list of ideas to celebrate Father's Day in a unique way.

World Day Against Child Labour 2024: From history to significance, here's all that you need to know about the important day.

Hajj is a required pilgrimage to Mecca for Muslims once in a lifetime, uniting believers in religious rituals and acts of worship.

Father's Day 2024: From books to plants, here is a list of Father's Day gifts that will make your dad smile throughout the day.

National Bae Day 2024: Know the date, history, and significance of National Bae Day. Also, you can find wishes, quotes, and romantic messages you can send.

World Gin Day 2024: From history to significance, here's all that you need to know about this special day.

World Oceans Day 2024: From theme to significance, here's all that you need to know about World Oceans Day and why it should be observed.

National Best Friend Day 2024: From significance to history, here's all that you need to know about this special day.

Happy National Best Friends Day 2024: National Best Friends Day is on June 8. Check out these wishes, images, quotes, greetings, and WhatsApp & Facebook status.

Chemotherapy can impact a woman's reproductive health, compromising her capacity to conceive in future. Here are fertility options for ovarian cancer patients

International Supply Chain Professionals Day 2024: From history to significance, here's all that you need to know.

On Vat Savitri, Hindu married women fast and pray to the banyan tree for their husbands' well-being. From date to shubh muhurat, check out all details inside.

World Caring Day 2024: Here's a list of images and quotes that you can share with your family and friends and remind them of the power of being kind.

National Donut Day 2024: From history to significance, here's all that you need to know about the special day.

Eid-ul-Adha 2024: Here's the date when Muslims in Saudi Arabia, India, UAE, US, UK etc will celebrate Bakra Eid during Zul Hijjah/Dhul Hijjah month this year

Shani Jayanti 2024: From date to puja muhurat, here's all that you need to know about this auspicious day.

World Environment Day 2024: Here's a list of wishes, images and messages that you can share with others and urge them to pledge to save the environment.

Global Running Day 2024: From date to significance, here's all that you need to know about this special day.

World Environment Day 2024: From volunteering for a cleanup to planting a tree, here are a few sustainable ways to celebrate the special day.

Bhaum Pradosh Vrat 2024: From shubh muhurat to puja vidhi, here's all that you need to know about this auspicious day.

Apara Ekadashi 2024: From puja timings to rituals, here's all that you need to know about this auspicious day.

World Bicycle Day 2024: From history to significance, here's all that you need to know about the special day.

Celebrate Global Day of Parents 2024 by sharing these heartfelt wishes, beautiful images, inspiring messages and memorable quotes with your loved ones.

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