Namaste India E Magazine - Nov 2021 - Festival Special Edition

November 2021

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Founder - President : Biography - Sudhir S. Salunke

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Editors Page - Dr. Bhavneet Kaur

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Sub-Editors Page - Dr. Kusam Dogra

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Indian Festival - Article

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Festival - Poems

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IN THIS ISSUE

Sudhir S. Salunke Theme & Concept Designer

Founder / President Namaste India Group - International ( NIGI ) Sneh Sparsh Social Foundation (R) ( SSSF ) A Creative Designer by Profession, I have worked in all spheres of Media and Communication. I have also worked with various News Channels and Animation Studio's. An ardent lover of Arts and Culture has made me create opportunities for people with similar goals to create a platform for future generations.

Sneh Sparsh Social Foundation was the first step towards the goal I sought for. My 18 years of experience in Media and Entertainment has led me to envision the dream of our Namaste India e-Magazine.

Team Namaste India

THE TEAM

NAMASTE INDIA

DR. BHAVNEET KAUR

M.A. , B.Ed , PGDEA

Principal , Educator , Poet , Trainer Founder : Editor In Chief An Educationist by profession, with excellent interpersonal communication skills, I strive towards the commitment towards inspiring young minds and creating classrooms that will capture a child's imagination and breed success. I am a professional educator with an immense 30 years of experience in teaching, developing curriculum , training and leading schools ,colleges and corporate.

Akal Academy of Arts and Artists was founded by me and my sisters to promote Art and Culture. We are happy to see it grow to Akal Academy of Educators and Akal Academy of Business Women. Creating a cooperative community with the help of this e- magazine is another goal achieved by me.

UMEET KAUR BAL

M.A. , M.Ed

Committed Educator Sub Editor

I have completed my M.A, M.Ed with 10+years of experience. I am an enthusiastic, committed educator with innate ability to understand and motivate children, to remain flexible ensuring every child’s styles and abilities are addressed.

I now run a coaching center along with a team of wonderful faculties called as " Ace ClassesAcademic Center of Excellence" at Pune.

SIMMI KHANNA

Clinical Dietitian And Lifetsyle Coach Sub Editor - Health & Wellness

I Aspire: To develop a strong persona that is able to touch lives of others, being not just a Nutritionist but a person who really cares to induce healthiness in other’s lifestyle. Behind every successful story there is an idea, thought or inspiration. My belief was my inspiration which build my career as a Nutritionist, Naturopath and Lifestylist. My Belief “When Diet is Wrong, Medicine is of no use when Diet is Correct, Medicine is of no need”, is the essence of my brio. Following my belief and being a daughter of Cardiac patients I choose Nutrition as my major Subject to nurture others lifestyle. Moreover,to gratify my soul a holistic approach has been taught to me by my holiness Paramji Alias. I also write health articles for The Princely States and Namaste India E Magazine to spread my thoughts. And, with this positive approach I make lives healthier by rejuvenating mind, body and soul.

Dr. Kusam Dogra

MA, M-Ed, UGC, Phd

Director London Kid Zee Pre School I Motivational Speaker Sub Editor Beside teaching I am a writer, motivational speaker, child councellor, story teller etc. My book of poems is going to be published. My so many articals has been published from GNDU University asr, my own college, and other universities souvenirs. I have attended so many seminars, conferences of international acclaimed. My stories have been published from Punjab language department'magazine ' punjab saurab'. Received honours n awards so many times I am having 25 years teaching experience of a reputed college named RRMK Arya mahila Mahavidyalaya pathankot pb as lecturer in philosophy. And 10 years experience of a school j j sen sec school Amritsar. Presently I am founder chairperson of st satangdhr sen sec school asr and director in London kidzee playschool pathankot.

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Editorial

Dr. Bhavneet Kaur Principal, Educator, Poet, Trainer Editor In Chief - Namaste India E Magazine

 An Educationist by profession, with excellent interpersonal communication skills, I strive towards the commitment towards inspiring young minds and creating classrooms that will capture a child's imagination and breed success. I am a professional educator with an immense 30 years of experience in teaching, developing curriculum , training and leading schools ,colleges and corporate.

Akal Academy of Arts and Artists was founded by me and my sisters to promote Art and Culture. We are happy to see it grow to Akal Academy of Educators and Akal Academy of Business Women. Creating a cooperative community with the help of this e- magazine is another goal achieved by me.

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Dr. Bhavneet Kaur Principal, Educator, Poet, Trainer Editor In Chief - Namaste India E Magazine

Indian Festival The greatness of India’s culture can be found in its festivals. The vivid and vivacious festivals of India depicts the greatness of our Indian culture. Indians celebrate festivals with sheer enthusiasm and devotion. India is a country that is appreciated and comprehended as a plethora of festivals are celebrated here.

India is a land of festivals, where people from different religions coexist harmoniously.

The wide variety of festivals celebrated in India is a true manifestation of its rich culture and traditions. There are many Indian festivals and celebrations, the most exciting of which are mentioned below. While the celebrations happen all over the year, October till January is the time when the country can be seen at its vibrant best.

Namaste India celebrates this issue with the richness of its family’s write ups and art works on Festivals .

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Sub Editorial

Simmi Khanna Clinical Dietitian And Lifetsyle Coach Sub Editor - NIEM - Health & Wellness

 I Aspire: To develop a strong persona that is able to touch lives of others, being not just a Nutritionist but a person who really cares to induce healthiness in other’s lifestyle.

Behind every successful story there is an idea, thought or inspiration. My belief was my inspiration which build my career as a Nutritionist, Naturopath and Lifestylist. My Belief “When Diet is Wrong, Medicine is of no use when Diet is Correct, Medicine is of no need”, is the essence of my brio.

Following my belief and being a daughter of Cardiac patients I choose Nutrition as my major Subject to nurture others lifestyle. Moreover,to gratify my soul a holistic approach has been taught to me by my holiness Paramji Alias. I also write health articles for The Princely States and Namaste India E Magazine to spread my thoughts. And, with this positive approach I make lives healthier by rejuvenating mind, body and soul.

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Simmi Khanna Clinical Dietitian And Lifetsyle Coach Sub Editor - Health & Wellness

Diet Tips And Tricks After Festivals Parties, endless eating, and drinking are over! It’s time to head back to your routine.

Regular parties, late-night eating, sleep deprivation all lead to weight gain, low energy, sluggish bowel movement, and a bloated stomach.

These tips and tricks can help your body recover from this festive stress.

Fibre - You have been probably missing on fibre these days. Load your plate with fibre in lunch and dinner both. This way you will have more bulk and stomach will clear better, and hence, will relieve you of bloated feeling.

Water - Hydrate yourself well for a few days from now. Have 2 litre plain water.

Apart from this, have vegetable smoothies, coconut water, buttermilk, etc. Avoid fruit juices, instead, eat whole fruits. Fruits like oranges and water chestnut have high water content.

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Vitamin C - It is not only a vitamin but also an antioxidant. Adding a few drops of lemon to your water early morning is good for gut and liver. But if you find it difficult then have ample during the day in a salad, fruits, vegetables, dal, etc. Change of season comes along with cold, loss of energy, fever, etc. Take oranges, amla and guava which are seasonal fruits and rich in vitamin C. They are not only good for immunity but for the skin as well.

Probiotics - Take probiotic in the form of fermented drink, curd or a supplement. It will help you feel energetic because of better nutrient absorption. Also, probiotics help you feel less bloated. Make curd part of your daily diet.

Exercise - After skipping your daily exercise regimen for more than a week, now is the time to resume it. Start with a mild workout to avoid muscle soreness. Keep on moving during the day in the office or take a stroll before lunch to improve the circulation of blood in the body.

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Sub Editorial

Dr. Kusam Dogra Director London Kid Zee Pre School I Motivational Speaker

Sub Editor - Namaste India E Magazine

 Beside teaching I am a writer, motivational speaker, child councellor, story teller etc.

My book of poems is going to be published. My so many articles has been published from GNDU University asr, my own college, and other universities souvenirs. I have attended so many seminars, conferences of international acclaimed. My stories have been published from Punjab language Department’s magazine ' punjab saurab'. Received honours n awards so many times I am having 25 years teaching experience of a reputed college named RRMK Arya mahila Mahavidyalaya pathankot pb as lecturer in philosophy. And 10 years experience of a school j j sen sec school Amritsar. Presently I am founder chairperson of st satangdhr sen sec school asr and director in London kidzee playschool pathankot.

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Dr. Kusam Dogra Director London Kid Zee Pre School I Motivational Speaker Sub Editor - Namaste India E Magazine

National Festivals of India Festivals are larger than life celebrations of various things. They occur at regular intervals and helping in breaking the monotony of life. Further more, they give you the chance to celebrate the memorable events in life. Festivals are the carriers of peace and joy in the communities. All nations of the world have certain religious and cultural festivals. However, india is one of the largest countries to celebrate numerous festivals time to time in different regions.

Festivals are devided into three categories of National ; Religious ; and Cultural.

Though there are thousands of religious and cultural festivals celebrated in india, but they are only celebrated in a particular region by some close groups and families.

On the other hands National festivals are celebrated by everyone with just nationalism and patriotism in their hearts. National festivals are the backbon of democracy of a country. They unite people and reinstate the sense of togetherness, belongingness and patriotism in the people year after year.

There are three main National festivals celebrated in india.

INDEPENDENCE DAY REPUBLIC DAY GANDHI JAYANTI INDEPENDENCE DAY _ people' of India celebrate independence day on 15th August, to commemorate the independence of the nation that occurred on 15th

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August 1957. The British that have ruled India for over two centuries finally scuttled leaving the fate of Indian people in their own hands. People of india value their freedom more than anything. The people recognise their freedom fighters and acknowledge their sacrifice. People adorn the National flag with pride and sing the National anthem.

REPUBLIC DAY _ Republic day is celebrated on 26th January to commemorate the day when India became a Republic Nation, in which the real power is held by the people themselves. The constituent assembly adopted the constitution of India on 26th January 1980. Therefore, completing India's transition from a dominion to Republic. This day is celebrated as Republic Day throughout India, by its entire people, irrespective of their cast, creed and religion.

GHANDHI JAYANTI_ Mahatma Gandhi was a great freedom fighter and a mass leader. His contribution to India's freedom struggle was unprecendented. Infact, Mahatma Gandhi was known for his ideologies of ahimsa and as the father of the nation.

He adopted the path of non-violence and piece to gain back our independence. His beliefs are still in practice. Schools and all the other institutions are also celebrated this day. Students take part in many events such such as patriotic songs and poem recitation, as well as making banners promoting Mahatma Gandhi's values and idiologies.

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Dr. Major Nalini Janardhanan Writer I Pune - Maharashtra

Nagpanchami Nagpanchami is an ancient tradition and festival of snake worship celebrated on Shukla Paksha Panchami (5th day) during Shravana month which normally falls in July or August. In the village of Baltis Shirale, about 400 km from Mumbai, people capture snakes a week before the Nagpanchami, feed them and later worship them in temples. Other popular areas of worship during Nag Panchami include Nagathamman Temple in Chennai, Adisesha Temple in Andhra Pradesh, Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple in Kerala, Nag Chandreswar temple in Ujjain, Nagoba temple in Adilabad, Telangana& Hardevja Temple in Jaipur. In West Bengal and parts of Assam and Orissa 'Devi Manasa' the Snake-Goddess is worshipped with 'Ashta Naag' on this day. Snake-charmers also play lilting and melodious tunes on their flutes. In Punjab, Nag-Panchami is known by the name of “Guga-Navami”. On the holy festival of Nag Panchami, a big fair is organized and Akharas are decorated in Varanasi.

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Generally, this festival is celebrated two days after the Hariyali Teej. The day of fasting before Nag Panchami is known as Nag Chaturthi or Nagul Chavithi. In Andhra Pradesh, Nag Chaturthi is observed just after Diwali. In Tamil Nadu, Nag Chaturthi coincides with six days long celebration of Soora Samharam. In Gujarat, Nag Panchami is celebrated 15 days later than in other states and is known as Nag Pancham, observed three days before Krishna Janmashtami celebration. In Gujarat, Bola Choth, also known as Bahula Chauth, is observed one day before Nag Pancham.

Cows and other cattle are worshipped on Nag Chaturthi. In some parts of India, it is celebrated as Bishari Puja or Vishari Puja (Visha means Poison). Naga Panchami is also celebrated in Nepal as the “Festival of Snakes”.

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Nagpanchami mixed with saffron. People worship the Gods Vishnu, Shiva, Ganesha, Kartikeya and Snake Gods exclusively this day. On this day people suffering from Sarpa-dosha or Kala Sarpa Yoga in their horoscope donate a pair of silver snakes in a Shiva temple and offer prayers to Lord Shiva.

Women devotees observe fast or take only vegetarian food, worship Nag Devta (Serpent Gods) offering milk to snakes and pray for the well-being of their brothers (also known as Bhratru Panchami) and family.

The married girls visit their parents. A common ritual is that swings are tied to trees for the ladies. In South India, people craft images of snakes using cow dung on either side of the entrance to the house to welcome the Snake Gods. According to Garuda Purana, paintings of 'Nag' should be drawn on either side of the entrance of the home and worshipped. This is also known as 'Bhitti Chitre Nag Puja'. Devotees also keep flowers and pots of milk near the burrows and holes of anthills where snakes may be found. According to Hindu beliefs, anything offered to snakes on this day would reach directly to the serpent gods.

Many Hindus believe that by worshiping Nag Devta on this auspicious day, their families may be saved from snake bite. On this day, figures of Navnag (nine cobras) are drawn with turmeric or raktachandan (red sandalwood) on a wooden seat and are worshipped. They are offered naivedya of milk and parched rice. The Navnag comprise the nine major groups of pavitraks, the subtlemost divine particles.

The legend behind Nagpanchami is that Lord Krishna had defeated the evil snake Kaliya of the sacred Yamuna River and saved lives of the people. The festival of Nag Panchami began when

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Takshak, the king of snakes, stalked King Janamejaya's father Parikshit and killed him. To avenge his death, King Janamejaya conducted a yajna to eliminate the entire Nagas. The day that this yagna was stopped by Astika Rishi, was the day of Nag Panchami and since then this day is celebrated for Nag Puja. In medieval India figures of snakes were carved or painted on the walls of many Hindu temples. In the caves at Ajanta images of the rituals of snake worship are found. Most of the Hindu Gods have connection with Nags - Lord Vishnu rests on Sheshanaga, Lord Shiva has a snake(Vasuki) around his neck and Ganesha wears a snake in place of belt.

Vasuki played a pivotal role during Samudra Manthan in the Satyuga when the Devas and the Asuras used the serpent as a churning rope around Mandara Parvat for obtaining Amrit, the nectar of immortality. Therefore, snakes have always been an integral part of the Hindu belief system. In Hindu scriptures, this day is called Nagamanandakari, which translates to the happiest day for Nag Devtas.

Because the snake sheds its skin, it is regarded by Hindus as a symbol of immortality. The cobra is taken to be the symbol of the Nags.

The following twelve snake gods are worshipped during Nag Panchami Puja -Ananta, Vasuki, Shesha, Padma, Kambala, Karkotaka, Ashvatara, Dhritarashtra , Shankhapala , Kaliya and Takshaka.

Devotees recite the Mahamritunjaya Mantra on this day and also meditate on the name of Lord Shiva by chanting ‘Om Namah Shivaya’ Nag Panchami Mantra: || Om Navkullaya Vidmahe Vishdantaaye Dhimahee Tanno Sarpah Prachodayat || Nov 2021 - 016

Nagpanchami Nag Panchami Puja Mantra

Mantra Translation May the snakes who are staying in this world, sky, heaven, sun-rays, lakes, wells, ponds etc. bless us and we all salute them

Mantra Translation The names of nine Nag Devtas are Ananta, Vasuki, Shesha, Padmanabha, Kambala, Shankhapala, Dhritarashtra, Takshaka and Kaliya. If chanted regularly every day in the morning, this will keep you protected from all evils and make you victorious in life.

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Mr. Abhimanyu Educationist - Haryana

Indian Festivals The world without festivals will just become a jungle where we lead a monotonous life. Festivals in India are much larger than almost any occasion. We consider them the best part of the year and wait for them eagerly. People of all ages and economic conditions find their ways to enjoy with their families and worship the gods and goddesses.

Festivals are the oldest rituals and traditions our countrymen follow to pay tribute to the almighty gods and goddesses. In fact, these celebrations are nothing but the symbols of peace and happiness. India is a diverse country with multiple religions and cultures conglomerated in a single form.

This is why our festivals draw a unique picture for the rest of the world to follow as a brilliant example of harmony.

In India, we have three different types of festivals. The national festivals are those days when something remarkable happened that changed the course of history for our country. For instance, 26th January is celebrated as Republic Day. October 2 is Gandhi Jayanti, the birthday of Mahatma

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Gandhi, the father of the nation. These festivals are called gazette holidays declared years back. These days, every public and private office celebrates and declares holidays for the employees.

Independence Day is celebrated on August 15, 1947. On this day, we received independence from the colonial rule of the British Empire. We celebrate and pay tribute to the revolutionaries who led their lives to make us free from the shackles of British tyranny. Republic Day is celebrated gallantly in New Delhi, our capital. Our defence forces join hands to perform tricks and showcase their power to the public. These festivals are celebrated across the country.

The most prominent religious festivals that we celebrate are Dussehra, Diwali, Eid-Ul-Fitr, Christmas, Guru Nanak Jayanti, Holi, etc. Dussehra and Diwali are considered to be the prime religious festivals of India. The states celebrating these festivals get decorated like a new bride. New colourful dresses and tasty things to eat are the prime attractions for kids. During this time of the year, people of all ages and Nov 2021 - 018

Indian Festivals economic stature unite at a single place to worship the gods and goddesses.

Every Indian religious festival has a story behind it. These stories carry a message for all the common men. Most of the festivals convey the message of peace and the victory of good over evil. Every family prepares delectable preparations and invites guests, relatives and other family members. Families reunite, people enjoy for a few days and then get back with their monotonous lives. They again wait for another year eagerly for the religious festivals to arrive with the wish to see their loved ones again.

Seasonal festivals generally focus on cultivation or other seasonal phenomena.

For example, Onam in Kerala, Pongal in Tamil Nadu, Bihu in Assam, etc are the seasonal examples. India is an agricultural

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country and these festivals have immense importance in our history. These festivals generally depict the advent of new harvests. The farmers worship the Gods and Goddesses of agriculture and harvest wishing good yield for the next year. The amazing fact is that despite the cultural differences, the seasonal festivals related to harvests are celebrated at the same time of the year.

These festivals make India a single entity. It is the beauty of diversified unity that no other country can display. The festivals are the social glues that keep different communities together despite the social differences and make India stronger.

This is the legacy of our country that we have been carrying from one generation to the other for ages.

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Dr. Chitra Anand Principal Chandigarh International School

Indian Festivals India is a land of fasts and festivals.

The Indian men and women observe these festivals throughout the year. These festivals are being observed from time immemorial. People are observing them right from the dawn of human civilization. The major festivals are Dussehra, Kali Puja, Ganesh Chaturthi, Basanta Panchami, Makar Sankranti, Janmastami, Ram Navami, Akshya Tritiya, Holi and others, to name only a few.

These festivals are observed by the Hindus but there are other festivals also such as Eid-ul-Fitr, Eid-ul-Adha and Muharram observed by the Muslims. The Christmas Day and New Year’s Day are observed by the Christians and the Guru Nanak Jayanati is observed by the Sikhs or Punjabis.These festivals are observed throughout the year with great pomp and ceremony. Some festivals like Dussehra, Diwali and Holi are observed throughout the country and some others are observed regionally. All the people, irrespective of

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their social position, observe these festivals with their families and also socially with their friends with great enthusias.

Every festival has a social, religious and mythological value. Accordingly, Dussehra has a great significance. People believe that this is the occasion when goddess Durga killed Mahisasura and save the people from the clutches of a great demon.

This is also an occasion to fight against all that is evil and establish truth. Similarly the Janmastami festival has also a great religious and social significance. This is the occasion when Lord Krishna was born to kill Kansa and other demons and save the people from a great danger.

This festival also teaches us how to fight evil and falsehood and establish truth.

It is our sacred duty to celebrate these festivals with a sense of purity and sanctity.

We should keep it free from communalism, narrowness and nasty politics.

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Shamim Merchant Author - Mumbai

Importance of Festivals Matthew studies in London, but comes home to celebrate Christmas with his parents. In foreign land, without his family, he doesn't find any spark in all the festivities around him.

Rajiv forgot his old resentments and embraced his younger brother, when his sibling touched his feet on Diwali.

Whilst Shiraz returned from Dubai after three years, Shaista hugged her son on Eid, and fed him sevaiyan with her own hands.

What do you think we are talking about? Yes, Festivals!! The heart and soul of our living existence. A beautiful reminder of our historical traditions, and an amazing way to stay in touch with our roots.

"The greatness of a culture can be found in its festivals."

Siddharth Katragadda

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This thoughtful quote almost summarizes the rich cultural heritage of our traditions and festivals. India being a land of humongous, 6 million religions, we have many reasons for merrymaking. There are more than 36 festivals that are celebrated in our country, spread across various religious faiths and beliefs. Our calendars are full of dates in red.

Festivals have become an integral part of our lives and we possibly can't live without them. They are extremely important for many reasons. Let's take a sneak peek into their vitality.

Festive days bring friends and families closer. They are intended to rejoice special times and share feelings with our near and dear ones. People forget their differences and grudges, making a fresh start after celebrating a festival together. Spirits are high, and the attitude of forgive and forget is in the air.

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Importance

of Festivals The upcoming generation gets an insight into the background of our culture and tradition, thereby staying connected to it. They come to know about the nuances of the history behind every Utsav.

Festivals bring a lot of joy, hope and happiness, strengthening the sense of fraternity in the common man.

In India, we have national, religious and seasonal festivals. Each one has a flavour and importance of its own.

Moreover, celebrations in our country are very colourful and enthusiastic. It's filled with an immense amount of music, dance, exchanging gifts and delicious delicacies. Not only that, some festivals go on for days together. People are in a festive mood, way before the actual day, eagerly preparing and getting ready to enjoy the jamboree when it comes.

The best part is that rejoicing is not money bound. In every festival, people of all religions find a way to enjoy and have a gala time. In fact, nowadays, we find folks of different beliefs, unitedly celebrating festivals of other faiths with equal zeal and fervour. This aspect plays a major role in communal harmony. It also sets a wonderful example for our children.

Moreover, festivals help us to cut through the mundane routine of daily hardships. They rejuvenate, motivating us to stay focused on our aims in life.

Be it related to any religion, remember its salient feature; all faiths are meant to trigger peace, happiness and harmony. Therefore, respect each one, including the rituals attached to them.

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Dr. Ushavati Shetty Principal Navodaya English High School & Jr. College, Thane

Festival Festivals !!!!! I LOVE THE SECOND HALF OF THE YEAR !!!!!Celebration Time !!! Festival Time !!

It’s loaded with Festivals !!! It bring us together, it gives a good time to rejoice and built strong bonds between everyone.

Celebrating festivals is an great opportunity for us to teach our kids about being with everyone, to meet and greet everyone as well as teach them the importance of togetherness. One of the main reasons celebrations are so important is because it reflects an overall attitude of gratitude and enjoying what we have, instead of focusing on what we don’t have or only on what we want in the future.

Festivals are an beautiful way to celebrate our glorious heritage, culture and traditions. They are meant to rejoice special moments and emotions in our lives with our loved ones. They play an important role to add structure to our social lives, and connect us with our families and back

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grounds.I mostly enjoy our traditional sweets , the chaklis, the karanjis, the shankarpara, sev and mouthwatering Ladoos !!!!

Family time can serve as an escape from the demands and deadlines of daily life, and is paramount in building strong relationships. The result of such closeness is they can ask for advice, lend a helping hand, and feel the unconditional support and love that is essential for mental health.

Family time offers many benefits, including building confidence, creating a stronger emotional bond between family members, improving communication skills, better performance in school and reduced behavioral issues, as well as providing an opportunity to make memories built on fun, laughter and togetherness.

Spending time in everyday family leisure activities has been associated with greater emotional bonding within families. leisure activities, such as playing a board game, watching television together can have a big impact on the overall health of a family.

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Festival One of the most important benefits of spending time together during festival get togethers is creating memories that will last a lifetime. Whether it's playing a game together, attending an event, going on vacation or just sitting in the living room or around the table talking and laughing, positive memories are beloved possessions that give family members a sense of belonging and can help reinforce the importance of family.

Children learn how to behave and communicate by watching their parents interact with each other and others. Family bonding time is a way to model expected behaviors, and spending time together as a family can help parents relate more to their children and open the lines of communication.

It also had a very positive impact on our young adolescents as well. The ones who communicate and spend more time

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with their extended families and cousins tend to exhibit lower levels of aggression and antisocial behavior. It’s a wonderful opportunity to Unplug from the digital world. Today's technology-ridden world makes it easy for families to be present but not engaged.

Reminiscing about special family moments is an essential part of keeping those memories alive. Showcasing old photo albums is a great way to share fun and nostalgic memories, which can help bring your family closer together. Whether it was a trip to the mountains or visiting a nearby museum, discussing and reliving these memorable moments can evoke fond memories and a willingness to create new ones.

Let's celebrate the festival in the true sense by spreading joy and light up the world of others. Have a happy, safe and blessed Diwali!

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Mrs Sonia Achantani Career Counsellor - Gujarat

Indian Festivals Our Motherland is known for diversity in traditions and culture and one among them are our festivals. Being a country with so many different religions, castes & communities we as Indians are blessed to get to celebrate lots of festivals.

We have festivals to depict harvest season, climate change, state wise, community wise, religion wise, define relationships, traditional myths, birthdays of Gods & Goddesses, etc., etc. We also enjoy National Festivals like Republic Day, Independence Day & to add extra flavor of joy we also celebrate the birthdays of many National leaders to symbolize a mark of respect and remembrance to them as they sacrificed their lives in getting us free India.

Festivals bring lots of happiness and joy . They give us a reason not only to socialize with our family & friends but also with the whole society we are a part of. It is a time where all differences are forgotten to mark a new beginning.

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In India we celebrate Diwali, Holi, Rakshabandhan, Christmas, Id, Ramzaan, Durga Puja, Pongal, Easter, Sankranti, Bihu …………and many more to add to the list.

Festivals play a very important role in our lives because through this our children are able to connect with the rituals & mythological beliefs . They are a symbol of brotherhood & fraternity. Be it Diwali, Christmas or Id we Indians celebrate all the festivals and enjoy all sweets, muffins & kheer with the same zeal.

By knowing about our festivals we also learn about the rich heritage of our country. We involve in various Exchange programs through which we get to know about the culture and traditions followed in different countries. Such programs help us in building up the mutual understanding among various Nations and their people, creates awareness of oneness and also enriches our social being. We learn to respect not only our customs & traditions but also respect the other religion’s customs and traditions.

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Vishakha Gupta Principal - Beacon High School, Pune

Festivals- A Way Of Life No matter which country you live in, festivals are unavoidable. For as long as people have lived together in communities, it seems we have had a longing to celebrate together as a group. Festival celebrations take place in all cultures, all over the globe and for lots of different reasons.

Religion, music, food – all these and more has inspired festivals new and old.

India is a land of festivals, where people from different religions coexist harmoniously; where every religion and community celebrates their culture. The wide variety of festivals celebrated in India is a true manifestation of its rich culture and traditions, depicting the greatness of our culture & tradition. While the celebrations happen all over the year; wise, religion-based, and community-wise; October till January is the time when the country can be seen at its vibrant best.

Indians celebrate festivals with sheer enthusiasm and devotion. India is a country that is appreciated and comprehended for a plethora of festivals.

A festival is an event ordinarily celebrated by a community and centering on some characteristic aspect of that community and its religion or cultures. It is often

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marked as a local or national holiday. A festival constitutes typical cases of globalization, as well as the high culture-low culture interrelationship. Next to religion and folklore, a significant origin is agricultural.

Food is such a vital resource that many festivals are associated with harvest time for eg. religious commemoration and thanksgiving for good harvests are blended in events that take place in autumn.

Many of the world’s biggest festivals have their basis in religion. Special occasion of feasting and celebration, feasts have long been used by religious followers to honor Gods. They often serve to fulfill specific communal purposes, especially in regard to commemoration or thanking to the Gods, Goddesses or saints: they're called patronal festivals. They may also provide entertainment, particularly important to local communities before the advent of mass-produced entertainment. Festivals that focus on cultural or ethnic topics also seek to inform community members of their traditions; the involvement of elders sharing stories and experience provides a means for unity among families.

Therefore it can be safely said that festivals are the binding blocks of any society, culture and region.

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Dietitian Toral Patel Dietitian - Gujarat

Eat Right Healthy & Happiness On This Diwali Over the years as societies become more urbanised the needs of the masses changes, & so must the ways we celebrate our festivals. Diwali has become bigger, noisier and brighter with the ever increasing firecrackers. Over the years the health problems have also magnified. We must work towards a more eco-friendly celebration & wherein we are sensitive to our environment & society.

Bursting fireworks is a strange way to display our happiness. We must refrain from it & discourage our children too. Let us celebrate the festival of lights retaining it as a festival of joy without converting it into a public health problem.

Diwali is almost here. And with this festive days comes another wave of endless parties, exchanging sweets, late nights of celebration, & all the irresistible festive food. How do you celebrate Diwali? Do you eat in moderation or you give in to the temptation & gorge on mithais & chocolates?

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Everybody tends to let go their diet plan & indulges in the festive celebrations.

While we all enjoy the feasting that is to follow in these couple of days, one cannot also deny the impact that it would have on our waistline soon after. Diwali bingeing may undo most of your dieting efforts.

Wise choices, portion control & moderation can help ensure you eat healthy this festive week.Here are some expert tips from our team on how to eat right this Diwali. Enjoy Diwali without compromising on your health.

Some of the precautions to take during Diwali: 1. Take care of the elderly, asthma patients, cardiac patients & infants during Diwali.

2. Limit the use of crackers and abstain from using loud explosives.

3. Never burn rockets facing buildings or windows.

4. Pay attention to the health concerns of the society & be sensitive towards your neighbour’s.

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Eat Right Healthy & Happiness On This Diwali 5. Wear face masks to prevent inhaling the poisonous mix of gases and ear plugs to minimize the impact of the high decibel explosions.

6. Never leave the crackers half burnt; always douse them in water before disposing.

7. Always burn crackers in an open area.

8. Wear cotton clothes while burning crackers.

9. Children must be accompanied by adults while burning crackers.

10. Keep any inflammable substance away from crackers to avoid accidents.

11. In case of eye burns, wash the eye with tap water for 10 minutes and take the victim to a hospital.

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Aftermath of Fireworks:Air Pollution, Noise Pollution, Pet Care, Child Exploitation, Medical Injuries & Others Safety Precautions.

Diwali & Food It is difficult to stay away from sweet temptations in the festive season. Let us try to adapt some small changes in our diet this Diwali .Use natural sweeteners like dates, jaggery, honey or figs in sweets instead of sugar or artificial sweeteners.

The best time to eat sweets is either on an empty stomach or when the body is low on calories.

Stay away from packaged savouries as they contain trans-fats which can be very dangerous for our cholesterol levels.

Make your savouries at home, you can also bake them instead of frying them to cut down on fat.

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Avoid fried foods from shops – The biggest mistake that sweet shops make is that they tend to reuse the oil while frying sweets. Once the oil is used then it shouldn’t be reused as it is unhealthy.

Reusing the oil leads to creation of free radicals which harm the body by clogging the arteries, causing acidity & heartburn.

Opt for baked or steamed options or choose homemade fried snacks.

Make fruits your best friends – Want to satisfy your appetite this season without getting an upset stomach? Make sure you have your daily dose of fruits. The fiber in the fruits will ensure that your digestive system functions properly. Maida & sugar in the sweets can make you constipated & leave you feeling full.

Never skip meals – Never go empty stomach at a party or choose to skip an earlier meal. Skipping meals & then bingeing is the main reason for your weight gain. Choose to eat in moderation.

Eat mindfully – When you are at a Diwali outing whether at home or outside, make sure you consciously exercise portion control. Choose well, eat everything you love & enjoy, but make sure not to overeat all the time. This will leave you feeling satisfied, but not bloated after having binged.

Some home-cooked meals – Try & get at least one meal at home in between the hectic socializing & dining out. This way, you can use the opportunity to load up on fiber, vegetables, salads, & other nutritious stuff to off-set the sugar and carb-loading that’s likely to happen when you are out celebrating.

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Eat Right Healthy & Happiness On This Diwali Drink enough water – Sipping fizzy cold drinks during festive gatherings would make you dehydrated & increase your calorie intake. Drinking water regularly is a must as it helps to detox.

Keep your alcohol intake in control – Have alcohol in moderation. Cocktails which are a combination of alcohol & juices should be avoided as they are a calorie bomb and are equally dehydrating.

Make moderation your key mantra this Diwali. Avoid foods made of maida &

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excess sugar. Here are a few foods to choose over calorie laden mithais:Non-salted nuts & dry fruits like dates & figs. Seasonal fruits like pomegranates, pears, bananas, oranges, grapes & avocados. Dark bitter chocolates, but in moderation.Coconut & coconut water.

Wishing U all a very Happy & Safe Diwali to all our readers! Stay Healthy & Eat Healthy & enjoy this Festival Season.

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Dr.Pratik Rajan Mungekar Professor I Counsellor - Mumbai

Indian Festivals - Victory of good over evil India is a land of fairs, fetes, feats, and festivals, and every spiritual community has its own list. But the Hindus observe, by far, the greatest number of them. Among the more prominent of the Hindu festivals, mentions may be made of Diwali, Dussehra, Holi, Janmashthami, etc.

What is a Festival in simple words?

A fete is a peculiar function, where people get together to celebrate their joys. In India, the festival is also considered as a pious day.

Why do we celebrate festivals?

We all celebrate festivals because they remind us of our beautiful past culture and teach us high morals which helps us in our central growth.

Why is India called the state of festivals?

Because India is a land of fairs, fetes, feats, and festivals, and every spiritual community has its own list of beautiful festivals.

Thither are many pious incidents, took place along the Indian nation and these pious days are considered as Festivals.

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Why festivals are important to us?

Because all the festivals remind us of our past civilization and high moral ideals and values which is very useful even in modern times-2021.

The chief festivals of Muslims are the Muharram and the Eid. After fasting for a month, all Muslims gather together to put up petitions. And so, they visit their relatives and friends and exchange greetings.

The Christian community holds its Easter and Christmas. Christmas is the birthday of Lord Jesus Christ and is renowned by all Christians. They have beautifully decorated Christmas trees and parties where Santa Claus arrives to present gifts to all kids.

The Sikhs celebrate the natal days of their Gurus and Festivals. Most of the Indian festivals have their origin in some outstanding events in the mythological or religious legends of the people concerned. Diwali, which is famous all over the state by all walks of people, marks the return from the exile of Lord Rama. Holi festival is celebrated for the defeat of evil at the hands of truth.

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Indian Festivals - Victory of good over evil The mythological story related to this issue is that of Prahlad, who as a prince successfully killed King Hiranya Kashyap and his sister who was the embodiment of falsehood and demons. Some festivals are too associated with folklore, particularly in villages, Baisakhi in Punjab is one such festival which is associated with harvesting of crops.

Most festivals are linked up with joy and glee. The participants get full advantage of such occasions to make themselves merry. During Holi, days we come across endless processions of people whose faces are besmeared with pleasing colors and give a strange spectacle. Almost everyone holds his or her clothes soaked in the colored water.

Many days before Diwali, we start hearing the thundering noise caused by crackers all over the country. The elders also join the youngsters in exploding crackers. The people put on new clothes, eat sweets and share gifts of delight with their loved ones. These festivals serve another good purpose, on the occasion, we invite our allies, neighbors, and relatives for dinner or tea parties, etc. Our house then becomes everybody’s home, our wealth is put to everybody and we become one with many for the time being. All barriers of social status, power and wealth are removed and the doctrine of the fraternity of humanity becomes a reality in our brain.

Indian festivals make strange patterns and customs with quite a great figure of the masses.

The natal day of Lord Krishna is celebrated as Janmashtami. The streets are occupied with all youngsters, they hold hands and make a long string. The kids make a pyramid by climbing on another's shoulders. The man right on the tip of the

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human pyramid breaks the pot hung high up above the street. They find butter (Makhan) inside the mess which they share among themselves. Altogether, this makes us remember the childhood of naughty Krishna (Kanha), who used to eat butter by breaking the Matka or pot. This is the most favorite and enjoyable Indian festival.

Some other important Indian festival that is very popular and interesting is celebrated among the southern portions of India, is known as the harvest festival.

Pongal, as it is named, is a 3-day festival. Pongal is a Tamil harvest festival. It is the same as Thanksgiving Day. In an agriculture-based civilization, harvest plays an important role. The farmer cultivating the soil depends on his cattle, timely rain and the Sun. Once a year, he conveys his praise to everything which symbolizes the harvest celebration. With the conclusion of the wettest month of Margazhi (mid-December to mid-January), the new Tamil month of Thai heralds a series of festivals. The foremost day of this month is a festival day known as “Pongal Day “. Pongal means the “boiling over” of milk and rice during the month of Thai.

The Indian festival – Diwali is the national festival of India. It is celebrated towards the end of October or at the beginning of November. It is admitted in the honor of Shri Ram Chandra’s return to Ayodhya after an exile of 14 years. It is an important seasonal festival for farmers.

They are detached from their task of sowing Rabi crops. They enjoy a well-earned vacation. Diwali is one of the most significant festivals of Hindus. It is noted with great enthusiasm throughout India. It hangs on the Amavasya in the month of Kartik every year of the Hindu calendar and in the concluding week of Octo Nov 2021 - 031

Indian Festivals - Victory of good over evil ber or in the starting days of November in the English calendar.

The Indian Festival – Holi is based on a legend about King Hiranyakashipu. Hiranyakashyapu had a son, Prahlad. Prahlad was the greatest devotee of Lord Vishnu.

Due to this reason, Hiranyakashipu wanted to shoot down his son, and then he phoned his sister, Holika. She held a magic robe.

This gown had the ability to keep the wearer from burning in flame. Hiranyakashyapu ordered his sister to sit along a burning fire along with Prahlad. He believed that his sister would not be harmed by the fire because of the magic robe and Prahlad would be stung to death.

Merely the effect was the reverse of what the evil demon king was after. As is believed, no one can harm the soul who experiences God as his deliverer. Thus Prahlad came out of the burning fire safely and Holika was burnt to death. The other day was celebrated with joyful colors to commemorate the triumph of moral excellence and goodness over evil.

Raksha Bandhan, another Indian sacred festival, which is primarily celebrated by the Indian brothers and sisters. This festival shows us the lovely bond of brother and sister as on this day, the sister ties a Rakhi on brother’s wrist. The Pavitra Rakhi is the symbol of the pure relation between brother and sis. The significance of Raksha means- Security and Bandhan meansRelation. Thus, when the sister ties a Rakhi on the brother’s wrist, in return the brother gives her a promise to take care of him in all situations and to respect her from the spirit. On this day, the brother also presents her sister a surprise gift and in return the sister gives her brother tasty sweets to feed.

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Dussehra is another Indian Festival, which is illustrious in all offices of India with high josh and enthusiasm. Dussehra comes two or three weeks prior to Diwali and mainly falls around September to October.

Dussehra is also known as Vijayadashami in some parts of India. This festival signifies and expresses the victory of the power of good over that of the force of evil. If we look backward at the Hindu mythology, it conveys that on this day Goddess Durga killed the demon called Mahishasura from the ground. Likewise, other Hindu mythologies believe that Lord Rama fought and killed the Demon King Ravana on this day.

Before 10 days of Dussehra people generally visit a Hindu temple to see the Ramlila which describes all the Ramayan in a Drama form. Children usually come to recognize the high moral quality of Lord Rama and the lovely bond of Rama and Lakshman. On this day, people make dummies or bottles of Ravan full of firecrackers and cut it to remind them that, perpetually, there is Victory of good over evil.

Karwa Chauth is another Indian Festival especially loved by all the women of the Country. This is a peculiar day for all couples and married men and wives. On this day, all wives do fast by not consuming even a morsel of food. This shows pure love and carnal knowledge between all husbands and married women. All married women pray for the long life of their husbands and in return husbands break their fats under the vestige of the lunar month and throw them a natural endowment.

Mahashivratri is the most prestigious festival of Hindus, which is noted with joy & devotion throughout India and close to other regions of the globe. Mahashivratri is known as the great night of Lord Shiva or the night of Shiva. People celebrate Shi Nov 2021 - 032

Indian Festivals - Victory of good over evil varatri as a big occasion of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati Marriage which falls along the 13th night/14th day of Krishna paksha of Phalgun month, as per the Hindu Calendar. This day is celebrated with outstanding ardor and enthusiasm across the land.

On this day, early in the morning, the devotees of lord shiva wait in long queues for hours to worship the god at Shiva temples. Throughout the daytime and night, Shiva devotees do fast and perform various Shivaratri Rituals and offer prayers to lord shiva & goddess Parvati. During the night, devotees pray to lord shiva by chanting religious songs or mantras. The mantra which is chanted by devotees is “Om Namah Shivaya”. Also, some people also chant ‘Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra’ to seek divine blessings of Lord Shiva.

Makar Sankranti festival is celebrated on the 14th or 15th of January every year.

This festival is celebrated to welcome the changeover of the sun in Capricorn. It is a harvest festival which is essentially celebrated in the Hindu communities. Makar Sankranti is celebrated throughout the nation with different names like in Tamil Nadu it is celebrated as Pongal, Magh Bihu in Assam, Khichdi in Uttar Pradesh and Uttarayan in Gujarat.

Adse donations of wheat and sweets on Makar Sankranti and it is believed that it brings prosperity and happiness. This festival is incomplete without sweets made of tile and jaggery. People also like sweets, gajak, etc. on this day the sky is filled with colorful kites. This is another way to keep this festival going. Makar Sankranti is a festival enjoyed by everyone and therefore the festival spreads the message of togetherness and harmony.

‘Basant Panchami’ is a Hindu festival praising Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge, music, and graphics. It is celebrated

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across India, every year on the 5th day (Panchami) of the Magh month according to the Hindu Calendar. Basant Panchami marks the conclusion of the winter season.

On this festival, the kids are instructed to compose their first row, according to the Hindu tradition. People more often than not wear yellow garments at this fete. Goddess of knowledge, Devi Saraswati is worshipped all over the nation. Yellow sweets are used up by Indian families. Everyone, enjoy the festival with great play and exuberance.

‘Gurpurab’ is also known as Guru Nanak Jayanti. It is one of the biggest festivals of Sikhs. The birthday of Guru Nanak Dev is celebrated as Gurpurab. Gurpurab is celebrated in the month of Kartik on the day of the full moon known as Kartik Purnima. Guru Nanak was the founding father of the Sikh religion and was the first Sikh Guru. He was held on 15th April 1469 in Rai-Bhoi-di Talwandi in the present Sheikhupura District of Pakistan, which is today known as Nankana Sahib.

On this day, Sikhs wear new dresses and give way to the Gurudwaras. The morning of Gurpurab starts with Prabhat Feris in the Gurudwara followed by processions in localities singing hymns. Sikhs offer their petitions and pay tribute to the Guru Granth Sahib. On this day, the holy book of Sikhs, the Guru Granth Sahib is continuously read and retold in the Gurudwaras.

At least we can conclude that all the Indian festivals occupy a neat position in the middle of all Indians. Equally, all the Indians, during the festival season despite caste, color, religion, enjoy all the festivals equally. Too, there is a mythological and motivational story hidden and connected almost with all the Indian festivals which remind us of our past civilization and always carry the thought of “Victory of good over evil”.

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Dr.Pratibha Shantaram Kadam Educator - Mumbai

Indian festival - Makar Sankranti Indian people attach special importance to their festivals. Special arrangements are made every year for the celebration of various festivals. Be it villages or big cities, there is joy and excitement everywhere. All the places are decorated during the festive season. Major Indian festivals include Diwali, Holi, Rakshabandhan, Ganesh Chaturthi, Durga Puja, Dussehra, Makar Sankranti and Bhaubij.

People in our country love to celebrate with loved ones. Every Indian festival is celebrated in different ways and people follow the tradition while celebrating it. However, some things remain common for example people decorate their houses with flowers and lamps during Diwali and wear new clothes. They visit each other and exchange gifts. Makar Sankranti is one of the festivals celebrated in our country in different ways.

Makar Sankranti is an agricultural festival in the month of Poush in India. In southern India, this festival is known as Pongal.

Makar Sankranti is celebrated on the day when the sun travels from Dakshinayana to Uttarayana. On this day the Sun enters

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Capricorn from Sagittarius. The sun begins to set from this day. Seen from the earth, the rising sun moves northward from day to day.

In Maharashtra, this festival is celebrated for three days. It has names like Bhogi, Sankrant and Kinkrant. On Sankranti, affection is wished to the family members and friends to increase the affection by saying 'Tilgul and sweet talk' to the women. Married women wear turmeric-kumkum on this day. According to the English month, this day usually falls on January 14, but every 70 years this date goes one day further.

The first day of Sankranti is celebrated as Bhogi. All the vegetables, fruits and vegetables available in this climate are mixed with sesame paste, sesame millet bread, butter and muga khichdi. The importance of jaggery and sesame is special on the day of Sankranti. Consumption of hot sesame seeds and jaggery on cold days is considered to be beneficial for health.

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Indian festival - Makar Sankranti Makar Sankranti is celebrated all over India. Donating on this day is of special importance. See this verse from Devi Purana.

On the day of Makar Sankranti, Prayag makes a big pilgrimage here. Many devotees take Ganga bath. Even in the south, many people go to Tiruvanvelli district to bathe in the Tamraparni river.

In this part of the Himalayas, on this day, they make flour birds and fry them in tupat and tie them around the necks of small children. The next day, the birds feed the crows.

In Punjab and Haryana, Lohari festival is celebrated on 13th January. For evening fires, children go from house to house singing songs and collecting wood or money for fires. When the fire is lit, sugarcane seeds, rice and sesame seeds are added. This is one of the coldest days of winter. On this day they worship Lohari Devi.

In Gujarat, grains, fried sweets, food are prepared and donated on this day. In Gujarat, wheat and millet porridge are made on this day. In Gujarat, Makar Sankranti is known as Utraan. On this day, everyone from the youngest to the oldest flies kites at home. Tourists from all over the world visit Gujarat to see this kite festival.

Pongal festival is celebrated for 3 days in South India. Bhogi Pongal lights Holi on this day and throws unnecessary household items in it. The girls dance around the Holi. On this day, Surya Pongal makes kheer of rice, jaggery and milk. Khiri boiled, that Pongal shouts as O Pongal. On the

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day of Mudu or Kannu Pongal, the animals in the cowshed are worshiped. On this day, it is customary to worship Indra and have a dessert meal with one's relatives.

The second day of Sankranti is celebrated as Kinkrat. Goddess Sankranti killed a demon named Kinkarasura on the second day of Makar Sankranti. And freed the people from his persecution. So this day is observed as Kinkrant. In Panchaga, this day is shown as Karidin. This day is not taken for good. Even on this day, women celebrate the Haldikunku ceremony.

In South India, Kinkranti Day is celebrated as 'Mattu Pongal'. On this day, the cows are bathed and garlands are placed around their necks. They decorate their horns with beads. The cattle are given a sweet meal in the afternoon and left free throughout the day. In the evening they march through the village. This is followed by a dance program.

In foreign countries, the festival is celebrated by the Tharu people in Nepal as Maghi, in other parts as Magh Sankranti, in Thailand as Songkran, in Laos as Pi Ma Lao, and in Myanmar as Thingyan.

It is customary for the newlyweds to make turmeric on the first Sankranti after marriage. She is given a black sari for this.

The girl and Javaya are also appreciated for their moving ornaments. Black is a heat absorber. Black clothes are used as the coldest day as it is the last day of winter cold. The days of Makar Sankranti are cold.

Black clothes are warm. It may have been customary to wear such a black garment for the purpose of saying goodbye to the big black night. The festival is known as Lohari in North India and Pongal in Tamil Nadu. The purpose of this festival is to increase the affection of each other like the smoothness of sesame and the sweetness Nov 2021 - 035

Indian festival - Makar Sankranti of jaggery.

Even small children can be seen wearing black clothes and moving ornaments for Sankranti. A mixture like crumbs, sacks, gram, sugarcane pieces, halwa is put on the heads of small children. Lately, it also shows the desire to put pills and small biscuits. This is called Boranhan. Boronhan is done till the age of five years.

Our culture is agricultural culture.

These days women give each other the varieties of grain that come from the fields and orchards. They offer such things as gram, sugarcane, sack, wheat bran, and sesame seeds.

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Sesame is very important for Sankranti. This is a cold time. Therefore, to generate heat in the body, sesame seeds were eaten as well as millet bread, butter, muga dal khichdi, eggplant, sotane, vavate, carrot and other fortifying foods were used in the meal. Another meaning of using sesame is perfection. Smoothness is a mixture of affection and friendship. The purpose of this was to increase the sweetness of love, to exchange this sesame on this day, to increase the affection, to add new affection. To enrich the old, to undo the broken.

Really! The word "sesame jaggery, sweet talk" is just full of meaning.

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Ms. Nitisha Yadav Principal Indraprastha Convent School

Indian Festivals - Reviews " Festivals are there to teach us that life is a celebration. Each festival teaches us to bring positivity, joy and happiness in our thoughts which reflects in our lives."

Festivals in India showcase incredible glimpses of intriguing and colorful shades of Indian culture in an amazing way. India, the potpourri of various cultures cherish various festivals which not only implies happiness and joy but also make people feel alive. Festivals create the spectacular vibes of togetherness, family bonding,the Value of Sharing & Knowing one's culture.

Hence, festivals, which are regarded as a part of intangible cultural heritage, are also one of our cultural values that should be passed on to the future in their original

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forms by conserving their traditional characteristics. A festival is an extensive concept that reflects the perceptions of a community with all its activities and rituals regarding its culture and world vision. Celebrating events and festivals in school has become an integral part of learning and building a strong cultural belief.

These celebrations bring the students closer to each other’s traditions and cultural beliefs and develop respect and understanding for each other’s customs and traditions. Currently the Diwali festival is around the corner.

The triumph of light over darkness

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Indian Festivals - Reviews The festival of Diwali has a deep spiritual meaning, it essentially means the awareness of the inner light. In a way it is the celebration of the awakening and awareness of the inner light which has the power to outshine darkness and clear all obstacles in life.

With all the lights and diyas eradicating dark shadows and evil, and all the prayers and fondness among people fabricate a splendid atmosphere full of righteousness and purity. The festival of Diwali fills everyone's hearts with an aura of purity and a happy, compassionate mood. Diwali marks the birth of new and rejuvenated souls. Diwali is a celebration that unites people from every corner. The simple smile and a kind, accommodating heart melt even the hardest of hearts. It is a time when people

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mingle about in joy and embrace one another.

The lights of Diwali also signify a time to destroy all our dark desires, dark thoughts, and have a deeper, inner illumination and self-reflection. May the emitting & shimmering lanterns always stay in our life. We all prosper gloriously on the material as well as spiritual planes!!!!

Thanks & Regards

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Noor Tabassum Writer

The festival of light The sudden thought which strikes my mind at the thought of Diwali is the colourful, beautiful, unique, and elegant mud lamps shining outside the houses of every individual. Those lamps signify happiness, peace, and prosperity and bring a smile to my face. I stare at them for hours, and my heart never gets tired of admiring their beauty. The entire country seems to be decorated with mud lamps, and happiness seems to circulate.

The primary purpose of this festival is to drive away the darkness of evil and ignorance and spread the light of happiness and knowledge. It should always bring cheerfulness, and everybody should enjoy it.

The problematic thought which strikes me is the loud sound of crackers. It is okay, but sometimes people create so much nuisance that it disturbs the entire location.

We become oblivious of the old, sick, and newborn in our happiness. Festivities should bring a smile to the face of every individual. What is the use of celebrating it

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by disturbing others? Instead of blasting the loud crackers, we can opt for fireworks and other crackers which do not cause sound pollution. Many times, I have seen them causing harm to the children. An incident took place in my locality when a rocket hit a child's eye, causing permanent damage to the child. It even causes air pollution. The smoke created by the crackers pollutes the air.

Instead, why not this Diwali buy sweets in the money of crackers and distribute it among the needy. The happiness that we get by distributing happiness is unexplainable. Let us decorate the orphanages, old age homes, and streets with lamps and spread love and harmony.

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Annapoorni. E. G Writer - TamilNadu

Diwali- The Joy Of Pride Diwali, Deepali, or Deepavali is not only the festival of lights, rather the festival of sharing and caring of love. Soon after the Dussehra (Vijayadashami), every Indian start equipping them for welcoming the grandeur of Diwali, where Diwali falls exactly on the 21st day since Vijayadashami. Adorning the houses, lighting lamps, bursting crackers, distributing sweets and savouries, undergoing fasting and offering food to the deity, worshipping Lord Ganesh and Goddess Lakshmi, sharing of feast and gifts and chanting Bhajans are the significant customs followed while celebrating Diwali. Mostly, Diwali and Lakshmi Pooja fall coincidentally on the same day, sometimes in consecutive days. Diwali is in fact a long stride event of fervour and zeal; especially the last five days have its own features and peculiarity. This five- day festival of lights brings prayer, feasts, fireworks, and for some, it’s the beginning of a new year. Sitting quietly and fixing the focus of the mind onto the divine supreme light illuminates the soul, says the sacred texts. In short, the belief behind celebrating

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Diwali is “Victory of Light over Darkness” and “Dominance of Knowledge over Ignorance”, which is thus an opportunity to imbibe and enjoy the eternal bliss of the Almighty.

SALIENT FEATURES OF THE FIVE-DAY FESTIVAL- DIWALI Let me begin with the celebration called Karwa Chauth, which falls ten days prior to Diwali. Karwa Chauth is all about observing fast on the Krishna Paksha Chaturthi, the belief being that the wife eagerly looks for her husband at night by waiting for him to arrive, which she does using a strainer by standing near the windows. The fasting of Karwa Chauth and its rituals are observed by married women for the long life of their husband. Married women worship Lord Shiva and his family, and break the fast only after sighting and making offerings to the Chandradeva. This fasting is very strict, observed without even consuming a drop of water as soon as the sunrises, till the moon appears. Diwali begins with ‘Dhan Nov 2021 - 040

Diwali- The Joy Of Pride teras’ or the worship of wealth. Goddess Lakshmi is worshipped on the first day and there is a traditional practice to purchase something precious as well as performing charitable deeds. People clean and decorate their houses to evoke and invite the spiritual blessing. Second day is the ‘Narakachaturdashi’, marking the demise of the demon Naraka by Krishna, Satyabhama and Goddess Kali. The third day is followed by the auspicious Lakshmi Pooja, which is the darkest day in the Hindu lunisolar month Kartika (between mid-October and mid-November). The day after Lakshmi Pooja is considered as Govardhan Aradhana (celebration) and “Bali Pratipada”, which represents the onset of the Bali King Mahabali, the same King who is wor

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shipped in Kerala during the festival of Onam. This day also tells about the love of the siblings Yama and Yami, who were not in good terms for several years, and united at last when Yama visited his dear sister and was welcomed wholeheartedly by Yami without any hatred or wrath on him.

Finally the last day is the Bhai Dooj, the day which highlights the brother-sister bonding, also as the Vishwakarma Day (Lord of Art and Architecture). The Third day is an official holiday in India and many other neighboring countries of India, where Indian Government has also announced Government holiday this year on November 10 on account of Chhath Puja.

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Akshika Aggarwal Writer - Delhi

Festive season in India In India we have 6 seasons provided by nature. They add more beauty to our environment. Each season has its own characteristics. The following seasons are given below: Winter season- is the coldest season which comes after rainy season in it days are shorter and nights are longer and freezing for three months of the year.sky remain foggy though out the day. People wear warm clothes like woollen clothes to keep them warm. They prefer hot eatables like coffee tea and soups etc. some best sweet dishes like(gazar ka halwa) is only available in this season. People enjoy this season because they can experience live snow fall on hill stations like shimla nainital and all. They wait for winters to plan outings on hill stations on one hand people find easier to cope up with winters than summers as they have many ways of keep themselves warm. For eg they can do warm up exercises such as jogging walking, etc. but in summers the sun is hot, so they avoid moving out and feel lazy to follow exercise schedule. But on the other hand

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people suffer from asthma,.Joint pains and chillplakes, feel miserable in winters as their health issues get worst. Some poor people have no shelter to live, so they have to sleep on open roads which may also cause death. Due to fog visibility becomes low and two transports collide with each other and an accident takes place. Whether on road or above in the sky. At the end I can say every season has its positive points, this is all about winter.

Let us talk about spring in brief.

Spring is a one of the 6 seasons. The weather in spring can be mixed. The end of March is windy, weather in April is showery followed by the sunshine. Right up to an end may to June nights are frosty and days are sunny and warm. Let us talk about food we eat spring season-we boost our meal in spring season with vegetables which are beneficial for all the human beings specially for diabetic patients.

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Festive season in India The list of vegetables is given below: 1. Carrot 2. Reddish 3. Apricots 4. Chives 5. Fava Beans 6. Artichokes 7. Peas 8. Potatoes 9. Fennel 10. Leeks etc.so we have the long list of vegetables which would keep us healthy and fit. On the hand frequent weather change would affect our health such as headaches, nose block, tiredness and joint pains, so at the end I can say we should enjoy spring the beautiful weather with precautions.

Summers it is the hottest season oh all, falling after spring season and before a Autumn season. At summer solstice days are longer, and nights are shorter, in India temperature goes up to 40 degree c in the day time 20-30 degrees C to avoid the heat people plan to visit cooler places or hill stations where there is a low temperature and enjoy the snow or witness the beauty of nature in places in summer holiday places like Shimla, Nainital and Kashmir these three places are considered heavenly places on the earth. If we talk about eatables and drinks enjoyed in these seasons are juicy fruits, ice creams, cold drinks to keep them cool from inside their body. Let's know the harmful effects of summer.

Summer effects our health too. In Diabetes insulin injections may be harmful as insulin can be absorbed more quickly in hotter weather and it may become life threatening for a patient. Extra warmth causes blood vessels near the skin dilate, so sugar level should be under observation of the Dr.

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so that glucose level should not get low. It will be helpful to reduce anxiousness of the patient. So it would be advisable for the person with diabetes to be careful in summer and enjoy it with precautions.

Autumn- It comes after summer and before winters. In U.S. it is known as fall. For some countries this season is the best time to harvest their crops. We find it similar to spring season with a little difference in their weather. Trees and plants lose their leaves after turning red, yellow and brown.

It starts from 23rd September to 22nd December. In country like UK school start their new year’s studies, therefore it is known as “autumn term.” When it is autumn in southern hemisphere, it is spring in northern hemisphere and when it is autumn in northern hemisphere it is spring in southern hemisphere. In this season animals look for their food and store it for winters as some animals go for hibernation. Climate often windy and cooler. Days and nights are equal in this season. To treat dryness, we should eat moistening food such as crab, soya milk, spinach, barley and pork.

Rainy season or monsoons Rainy season is also known as wet season and it is starts directly after hot summers, It also cools down the temperature after the hot days of summer.

From July to September. It is the favourite season of every one. Kids enjoy it up to the fullest by taking bath in natural water of rain. Or by floating paper boats in it. And it is said to be a boon for farmer’s crops to grow well which helps them to earn their livings for them and their family.

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Festive season in India other” rainy season is incomplete without its mouth watering eatables. Let us have a discussion on its side effects everyone faces. Heavy rainfall can lead to numerous things like floods which could be life threatening, in some areas the problem of water logging also occurs. Traffic jams are the major issue faced by the people in metropolitan cities. Hence, it can be said that rains are can be called as a boon but a heavy rainfall turn it into a curse.

Late Autumn- English we call it Late Autumn. This is my favourite season of the year, as I am this season’s child, born in November. The cool breeze, slightly chilled air and the morning dew, makes the season dreamy. After Monsoon and Early Autumn the land comes into sight, being drowned under water for nearly four months. The soil is filled with minerals and nutrients it gathered from the flood, thus late autumn is the time to get harvest.

Picnic in early December, at the end of Hemanta.

During this season, the land is at its best condition. Festivals, we call it Nobanno in Bangla, flourish to celebrate the harvest.

As the farmers get their harvest in home, their faces beam with light and laughter as money comes to their home, otherwise gloomy poverty stricken nests. Hemanta or Late Autumn is the forth season of the Bangla calendar. Bangla months Kartik and Aughrohaun make Hemanta. From fifteenth of October to fifteenth of December the breezy cool weather we enjoy is Hemanta.

and as they shine, so does flowers. Beautiful flowers like jasmine, water lily, rose, magnolia, hibiscus and bougainvillea bloom during this season. Around the last part of the season the stuffy jute drying smell is replaced by fresh scents of early winter.

With the beginning of late autumn, the green grasses are covered with dews during dawn. Pearl like dew drops on grasses, leaves and petals make the nature look stunning as the first ray of the sun falls on them. We experience a much sensible weather in this season. It is neither hot nor cold but very comfortable; however in the rural areas, during night people do feel cold, or rather starts feeling cold.

Sumaiya Nabanno or the harvesting festival is one of the biggest celebration of the season.

Jagatdatri Puja, Kali puja, Bhai Fonta, Ras Mela are some of the other festivals people celebrate. Chalta, Star fruit, beetle leaf and most of all Aman rice grows in plenty during Hemanta. As the harvesting ends, feasting begins. Many traditional food items like payesh, naru are made to sweeten the celebrations. Common cold, flue, influenza are seen among people. This is pretty much a pleasant and enjoyable season. Enjoy the best of Hemanta.

To conclude that seasonal change is very essential for everyone’s life but to enjoy them we need to be care full accordingly.

The land and its people come to life during Hemanto. The farmers are the happiest

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Riya Richard R L Writer - Tamil Nadu

Colourful And Cheerful Celebrations Indian festivals are colourful celebrations, full of energy and radiant colours, the whole season will be filled with Merry and laughter. India is a Secular country, though many religions and beliefs exist, they stand as one with unity, that's the main spirit of India.Each festival is different with various tastes and flavours.

Eid-Ul-Fitr, Sumptuous Buffets and Sweet Festivities, is celebrated with love.

People dress up in finery, attend a special community prayer in the morning, visit friends, and relatives and exchange sweets. Children are given idi (money or gift) by their elders.

Diwali, The Grand Festival of Lights is celebrated with a lot of pomp and show, houses are decorated with candles, and Ashok leaves.

Onam, Welcoming the Mighty Mahabali is among the important national festivals of India, wherein people wear traditional wear, adorn houses with Pookalam (floral designs), and prepare Onasadya.

Holi, The Vibrant Festival of Colours is celebrated with a lot of fervor, people make huge Holika bonfires and sing and dance around it, people gather in open areas and apply dry and wet colors of multiple hues to each other.

Pongal, Rich Rangolis and Sweet Savories The four-day long harvest festival of South India People prepare Pongal dishes and wear their traditional attire,the houses look resplendent with Kolam designs.

Navratri, The Nine Days of Fasting, Faith, & Devotion is celebrated by all people throughout India in different ways.

Christmas, Celebrating the Birth of Jesus Christ ,happens to be of sheer significance for elders and children alike. Every

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Colourful And Cheerful Celebrations one regardless of their religion waits for this day, children specifically for the surprise gifts from Santa.

Mahavir Jayanti, the Birth of Lord Mahavir is an important day for the people from Jain religion as it marks the birth of Lord Mahavir.

Kumbh Mela,Major Pilgrimage Festival in Hinduism is celebrated in a cycle of 12 years, approximately at four banks of rivers that are considered holy – namely Prayag, Haridwar, Nashik, and Ujjain.

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Buddha Jayanti, Celebrating the Birth of a Spiritual Being. This is one of the holiest festivals celebrated, people indulge themselves in attending Buddhist teachings and wear white clothes to follow the tradition.

The greatness of India’s culture can be found in its festival celebrations. The vivid and vivacious festivals of India depict the greatness of Indian culture and tradition.

All Indian festivals are colourful and cheerful signifying Unity, Peace and Harmony.

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Dr Diet Swati Dave PhD Foods & Nutrition, ASRB NET, CDE

GIFT: Great Indian Festival Treats Indian festivals show a unique way of celebrating culture & tradition moreover give everyone an opportunity to spend quality time with family & friends. Our all celebrations, are celebrated with food.

Food is not just a dish of palatable items it is an expression that brings our people together & binds them with a community feeling. From north to south & east to west, all India festivals are enriched with many mouth-watering exotic & enticing delicacies.

The various festivals mostly involves preparations of sweets & savouries that are for everyone & NO ONE CAN EAT JUST ONE. With all the joy & celebrations, there also comes a lot of food, without which none of us would consider the festival as a success. Laddoos, Lapsi, Kaju Katli, Soan Papdi, Gajar Halwa, Gulab Jamun, etc. must be declared as synonymous for Ganesh Chaturathi, Durga Puja, Karwa Chauth, Diwali, Lohri, Holi, etc. But each Indian festival come with various age-old rituals & traditions which our ancestors followed. All these customs came with logic of sharing agro-biodiversity & are a cultur-

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al expression of traditional food and agricultural.

Even today, for many Indians, meal time is a strong source of family bonding, talking & sharing. Now when we stay away from dear ones, sitting down together with our family for a meal is one of the most important activities, during festivals.

Lavish meals are another added attractions for us to feast with loved ones. This way, we broaden our apprehension of traditional family recipes & occasion-centric food dishes. Another & more vital way to ensure that you have the best possible festival experience is to take care of your body inside & out without putting on extra flab.

Don't overindulge in eating everything in front of you (overly sweet & a bit unhealthy festive foods). Use a smaller plate for all meals. Eat slow & avoid second helpings.

Get more active, with compulsory walk after meals. Stay away from aerated drinks & vit-min waters: drink plain water & none of the other drinks filled with sugar & soda.

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D.Sruthi Writer - Tamilnadu

Have Fun Together Indian culture is a festival culture.every festival has a story.such a culture has been observed without the slightest change.

HISTORY OF DIWALI Light is the symbol of victory.Darkness means failure.Mahavishnu destroyed Narakasurana who caused various sufferings.On the day he returned to Ayodhya after completing that successful deed,all the people lit lamps and welcomed him.Today is the day we celebrate as DiwaliDeepavali is celebrated all over India in a special.Eye-catching fireworks show color across the sky.All people will believe in that day that all suffering will be removed and that pleasure will no longer accumulate in our lives.

GANESHA CHATURTHI We are celebrating Ganesha Chaturthi to commemorate the birthday of Ganesha.People's Greetings He is worshiped as a beloved God.The idol of Ganesha is made

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of sand and decorated and kept at home for three days and then dissolved in water at nearby water stations.This festival is celebrated not only in Tamil Nadu but also in many parts of India.

PONGAL FESTIVAL Pongal is celebrated as a way of giving thanks to the sun and cows,the deity worshiped by the farmers.This festival is celebrated in a very special way in Tamil Nadu.They have long believed that the sun and the cow give them good yields.They are celebrated for three consecutive days.On the first day the BOHI festival is celebrated.They are happy to give away old stuff whose purpose is to replace the old with the new.Next they make Pongal with that fruit and celebrate Pongal by creating it for the sun.It is called THAI PONGAL.The next day they clean the cow and worship it.It is called Matup Pongal.It is a popular festival among Tamilnadu peoples.

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Have Fun Together KRISHNA JAYANTHI Krishna's birthday is celebrated as Krishna jayanthi.The aspect of Krishna Jayanti is that Krishna comes to our house on Krishna Jayanti and blesses us.This is why everyone cleans and wipes the whole house that day.

COLORFUL HOLI FESTIVAL Holi is celebrated as a spring festival.The specialty of this festival is to enjoy painting each other's faces with colors.This festival is celebrated not only in India but in various countries of the world.The festival is believed to tell the love story of Kannan and raadha.

INDEPENDENCE DAY AND REPUBLIC DAY Although people forget to celebrate some festivals in different situations like caste religion but do not forget to celebrate this festival.Because we Indians all know our Indian degree.No words to describe.That day is not a festival but a symbolic day of our freedom.

These are all cultural festivals traditionally celebrated by Indians.Apart from these, our Indians are celebrating Christmas and New Year like Ramadan Bakreed Raksha Bandhan, Muharram,Miladi Nabi.All Indian festivals are wonderful festivals and celebrate them all sweetly always happy.

WISHES FOREVER

D.Sruthi

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Ms. Shraddha Sawlani Teacher, Yoga & Wellness Instructor, Youtuber, Spiritual & Meditation Practitioner

Inner Transformation in Diwali Diwali is India’s biggest festival and as prepare for it in days in advance we must also prepare ourselves for change for our own betterment. Diwali is a time for new beginnings and infusing new spirits inside us. It is also the time to introspect and look inside us for inspiration and motivation.

We spend time and money in cleaning and buying new things for households also gifts for guests but most importantly forget to clean our inner selves. What we mean by inner cleaning is to remove unwanted thoughts and negative feelings which might affect us in the longer run.

These feelings include greed, jealousy, hatred, grudges, doubts, anger etc. Our inner soul needs replenishment and rejuvenation. To remove these negativities we need to accept everything which happens to us as a gift of God, practice gratitude and be grateful to the divine. We need to replace the negative feelings and fill ourselves with positive emotions, love, empathy, compassion, care, respect etc.

Like we light diyas and lamps in Diwali, we are meant to light inner lamp inside us.

We need to fill this light in our hearts which will help to rekindle our soul. The light signi

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fies positivity and to embrace this new light we need to let go off old grudges and forgive people atleast in our heart and if possible offer truce to them. People have a tendency of remembering bad situations and this is the perfect time to press the reset button within you, treat those situations as lessons and learn and move on from them.

Diwali is a time for promoting brotherhood and unity. This is the time of togetherness and to spreading positivity in our social circle. Diwali gives us an opportunity to provide new directions to our thoughts as well so that it creates a positive aura within us and our surroundings.

Diwali signifies new beginnings and is an auspicious time to start new things. Last year I started my YouTube channel “Om Shraddha Spirituality” and I started this venture of mine to give back to my society what positive values I have learnt in all these years.

To conclude I request everyone to treat Diwali as an opportunity to clean our inner self, and to celebrate it by lighting our inner values to celebrate the triumph of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance and positivity over negativity.

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K. Vasanthakumar B T Assistant In Mathematics - Tamilnadu

Pongal O' Pongal!

A lot of festivals keep coming up in the name of festival every year and month.

However, the most important of these is the special happy festival, Uzhavar Thirunalam Thaipongal.

Thaipongal Thirunal, an example of human superiority that expresses gratitude, blooms tomorrow. On this Thaipongal festival the farmers give thanks to the sun lord who helped them in their farming. For this they express their gratitude at sunrise.

Today is celebrated as the day when not only farmers but every human being gives thanks to the sun. This fast was observed.

The fast will end on the first day of the month.

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Entering into new Life: The month of Tai is the harvest season for the harvest of the crops sown in the month of Adi. Harvested paddy rice should be boiled in a new pot with sugar, milk and ghee in a new pot. Then Vada, Payasam, is cooked with 21 types of vegetables and worshiped to the sun god, while 21 types of uncooked green vegetables are also placed, as well as turmeric, ginger and sugarcane, and the sun is worshiped with camphor aarti.Pongal is a unique festival celebrated by the Tamils.

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Pongal O' Pongal!

Pongal, three farms will be held in water rich areas. In areas where water is scarce, rainwater harvesting can only produce one crop. Therefore, the harvest of the month of March or January occurs all over the country. Harvested buds, sugarcane, turmeric, bananas, and our flagship vegetables (especially beans, lentils, eggplant, bananas, sugar beets, and sweet potatoes) will be piled up.Chenille paste is often cooked with water without bran and eaten with lentil broth. The word ponku means boiling, overflowing, cooking, thriving. Pongal festival can be clearly understood as a festival related to the Tamil ethnic group. Looking at the practice of this festival, it is possible to understand that the celebration of this festival could have started long before the pagan religions were established in Tamil Nadu, when ethnic worship existed.

Pongal is considered by many to be a national festival. Pongal is also celebrated

by Tamils across religions. Christians celebrate Pongal with sugarcane in their churches. It is customary for many Tamil Muslim families to cook 16 types of vegetables with sugar pongal on Pongal and eat it with their family as a special treat and to avoid non-vegetarian food at home on Pongal day. Preparations will begin a few days before Thai pongal. Will prepare the necessary items for Pongal. Many people buy new bottles in places like Tamil Nadu and Tamil Nadu.

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Pongal is a cultural symbol in our tradition and is celebrated as a festival deeply rooted in life. Pongal celebrations are a sign that we are living well. Pongal is celebrated as a festival that celebrates the excellence of agriculture and other related industries in our lives and the richness of our families, including sheep and cows.

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Hakholia Mundra Poet - Assam

Elegance of Indian Festivals, Particular Reference To Assam Festivals are many across all over our country , which is surrounded by hills and dales, valleys and mountains, seas and oceans and beauty at its best in all four corners, be it, east west north or south..

Sumptuously, we have varied cultural heritage which itself is, unique and unvanquished asset of our country, never to be seen elsewhere..

Starting from the eastern side, which is called the land of seven sisters, with the blessings of Goddess Kamakhya and river Brahmaputra as prima facie of the north eastern region, who have their own cultural entity, beauty at its best..

Most importantly is the Bihu festival which is celebrated in three forms, namely , Rongali Bihu, celebrated in April, Kongali bihu in October and Bhogali Bihu is celebrated in January.

Rongali Bihu is the most important of the three commemorating the onset of Assamese New Year and spring festival.

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Mejis are burnt of haystacks, pitas are prepared of both rice and coconut. And most importantly is the Bihu dance, which is the real beauty of the Assamese girls and women , adorned with traditional jewels and ornanents and performing in their own unique style and elegance..

However there are other festivals followed with equal reverence in the north eastern region, namely, Jonbill festival and Ambubashi mela, marking the auspiciousness of Goddess Kamakhya , doors of the diety being closed for nearly three days, people and sadhus from all over India, flocks to worship the beauty and the glory of the goddess.

Thus Assam is mainly a land of sacredness and simplicity, the people , the place speaks of the grandeur and gaiety of the State..!!

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Berdhisha P Writer, Poet - Tamil Nadu

Light To Enlighten All Lives India is a secular country. It has various traditions, cultures and religions. The Indian people have all rights to follow any religion according to their wish. There are various festivals celebrated in India.

Among them one of the most important things is “Diwali”, which was celebrated by all. While speaking abut diwali, it is a postharvest festival celebrating the bounty following the arrival of the monsoon in the sub-condinent. Actually even in India people celebrate Diwali in different ways.

In North side f India, they celebrate it for five days and the first day is known as Dhanteras, which is very special for them.

They use to rise up the lights on their house

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all the five days and some may do some help to needy people. While seeing the south side some undergoes fasting and pray to God. On the other hand, they make sambar with twenty one vegetables and eat with their family. On the day of diwali everyone gather at their relatives home and light up diya, cook together, eat together and share their love for them.

Some may just celebrate it by doing special sweets and share with their neighbours.

However, everyone do some good deed and share their heartfelt wishes. They share their wishes to people, to shine up bright like diya and spread light to all lives on this wonderful day.

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Anne Benita D Writer, Poet - Tamil Nadu

Where are the colours of India?

India is a big nation cherished with religious values, tradition, heritage, rich cultural values, and so on. The colours of our nation was created by the victories of freedom, education, arts, science, sports, research and many other fields. Festivals, on the other hand, brought out the glee of our nation. We celebrate many festivals without barriers of religion. This month, we celebrate the festival of lights.

The colourful lights, diyas, delicious sweets and snacks occupy each house in this month. The lights are there to spread light in the darkness. Even though we celebrate various festivals, human heart is running behind greediness over money and wealth and fame. Thus men forget to live the life brimmed with light and happiness.

We need money for living in this world, but as we are Indians the great duty laid on each of us is, lighting everyone’s life who are living in darkness. There are many people spending their life in darkness alone without food, water, dress and a place to sleep. When we celebrate colours and

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lights, we should think about the people who are in dark.

Living in darkness suppress man’s positivity. A group of people are living a neglected life in this vast nation with multiple colours. Let us give a hand to them to come out of that downtrodden life. Let this festival month bring a change in many lives who aches for light. It is our duty to breakdown the barriers between rich and poor.

Let our nation to be filled with lights of humanity and love.

When we make sweets and foods, we should share those with the people who are in need. “Sharing is caring”- we are teaching the kids, but we have to follow that first. In this month of lights, let us illuminate the life of people who wants lights with our love and care. I wish to join our hands to bring the colourful colours in all people’s lives to chase away the darkness of poor and negativity.

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Riya ArvindKumar Sonara BE-Computer Engineering - Gujarat

Indian Festivals Festivals are the carriers of peace and joy in the communities. All nations of the world have certain religious and cultural festivals. However, India is one of the largest countries to celebrate numerous festivals. As India is a very cultural and diverse country, so are the festivals. In India, there is, in every season, a fair or festival. Some Indian festivals are Holi, Diwali, Dusshera, Mahashivratri, Rakhi, etc. Festivals are an expressive way to celebrate glorious heritage, culture and traditions. Festivals in India celebrate the Unity in Diversity of the country. Festivals gives us some momentary, mental and physical relaxation and thus frees us from die shackles of monotonous work. There are national festivals which are celebrated by the whole country.

On 26th January every year we celebrate our Republic Day when India was declared a Republic.

On the 15th of August every year, we celebrate our Independence Day, when we got our freedom from the shackles of the for eign rule of the British.

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On the 2nd of October every year, we celebrate Gandhi Jayanti. On this day India gave birth to a philosopher, guide, and politician, i.e. Mahatma Gandhi. These are the three national festivals that we all celebrate.

Festivals makes us forget our cultural and religious differences. We celebrate festivals with our family and friends. Festival unite people and they come together for the sole purpose of celebration and happiness. Other than that, festivals also help us embrace our culture and religion.

They are very helpful in breaking the monotony of life. Festivals fill our lives with colors and enthusiasm. They bring us closer every year and eliminate any feelings of communal hatred. Further, they strengthen the bonds of the community and remove the malice from people’s hearts. Therefore, festivals are quite important and must be celebrated with passion.

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Krupesh Raval BE-Computer Engineering - Gujarat

Indian Festivals Festivals in India are celebrated in many parts of India, as India is subdivided into different Linguistic States. India is a multi-cultural country, and it is reflected in the Festivals of India: Festivals of India is about various social, religious, and national festivals celebrated in different parts of India. India has been rightly described as a sub-continent and of its major festivals, many are region-specific festivals too.

There are many festivals which are celebrated as national festivals; while a number of them are celebrated by members of particular religious or social groups.

India is a land of festivals. These Indian festivals bind all Indians together of different castes, religions, etc there is no discrimination while celebration. There are different festivals of different religions such as Diwali , onam , Dusshera , Krishna Janmastami , Ganesh Chaturthi , Ramzan , Eid-ul-fitr , Muharram , Christmas , Good Friday , Buddha Purnima , Mahavir Jayanti , Baisakhi and many more. In addition to

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the religious festivals, we celebrate the national festivals like Independence Day and Republic Day, which are common to all the people living in India.

Festivals play an important role in our lives. As we are living in the fast-paced world leading a mechanical life, we are under stress, all the time. Festivals are the ideal occasions to take a break from stress and create memorable times. Irrespective of religion, cast and creed, all Indians celebrate these festivals. These national festivals aim at promoting brotherhood. Thus, festivals are very important in one’s life to know the traditional values and customs of a nation.

India is a land of diversity therefore, it is suffice to say that the number of festivals we enjoy is one of the ways in which it makes us feel proud of it.

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Rithvi Kaushik Student - Chandigarh

Once upon a time

in a beautiful city of Greece Once upon a time in a beautiful city of Greece, there lived a girl named Maria.She was going to marry John who belongs to Kerala.After there marriage ,Maria gave birth to twin girls.Unfortunately , she died after giving birth to them .Now, John started thinking about there names .He kept the first girl's name Mary as she looks like her mother Maria.But what will be the name of second girl he thought so he named her Mehreen.Mary and Mehreen were very intelligent.

As John belongs to Kerala region ,they celebrate Onam festival.One of his friend also wants to join the celebration and plans to visit them.Next day, he was sailing a boat but suddenly water started filling in his boat.The moment both the sisters saw there uncle drowning and shouting for help , without wasting a single second they jump in water and saved his life.

There uncle thanked them and said both of u are like your mother , if she was alive today she would have done same as u both did. Finally , they all celebrated Onam with happiness and remembered Maria too .

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Dr. Ushavati Shetty Principal Navodaya English High School & Jr. College, Thane

Changing Role of A Teacher In The New Net- Generation !!!!

In the recent times we are dealing with learners who are The NET GENERATION or the DIGITAL NATIVES…!! With their increased ability to multi-task and their increased aptitude for the use of technology, the role of a teacher has become more of a mentor and a facilitator.

Today’s students represent the first generations to grow up with this digital technology. They have spent their entire lives surrounded with modern gadgets like smartphones, iPads, iPods, computers, videogames, digital music players, and all the other toys and tools of the digital age.

Today’s children spend less hours on reading, and more playing video games, mobiles & TV. Computer games, email, the Internet, cell phones and instant messaging are integral and non- separable parts of their lives.

The first thing they view in the morning after they wake up and the last thing they see before going to bed is the mobile. They

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might not wish Good morning to their parents living in the same house but will be busy sending GM messages to people across the globe.

This change in role has been caused and also impacted by rapid transformation in global technologies & rapid shift in pedagogies. Thus to strike balance among various generations there is a need of a more amicable atmosphere to be creative.

If Eduators want to survive in today's knowledge economy then we need to be a lifelong learner and we need to learn to adapt to the rapid pace of change. A growth mindset amongst educators to teach tomorrow’s generation is the need of the hour.

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Changing Role of A Teacher In The New Net- Generation !!!! teachers when they were students will work for their students who are digital natives now. But that assumption is no longer valid. The newer generation requires an environment of approachability and openness, so that they can clearly share their preferences, concerns and inhibitions with their teachers.

Positive environment created in the class builds confidence and sense of belonging in students. The feeling that teacher is always there for advice and guidance in itself brings out the best in them.

Educating the Engineer in the 21st century is focused more on learning by the

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student than teaching by the faculty. A good teacher instils in the student a lifelong sense of learning based on curiosity and ability to think on their own leading to a confident self to take on the world.

Progressing from the outdated model to the "21st century" model will involve entire educational systems. As educational purposes change, curriculum frameworks, instructional methods and assessments must also undergo drastic changes.

It is rightly said by John Dewey - If we teach the students the way we taught them yesterday we rob them of their tomorrow !!!!

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Shivani Bhardwaj Educator, Researcher & Writer - Delhi

Ruthless Focus and the Art of Saying No Goal-setting isn’t about adding more work. It’s about ruthlessly saying no to everything else. Productivity isn’t defined by how much work you do, but the amount of work you ignore.

I’m a big fan of the 30-Day Trial system for changing habits. I’ve used it to rewire my health, work and lifestyle. One of the most important factors for success with the system, I’ve found, is only conducting one trial at a time.

The system works by picking one habit, you’ll focus on exclusively for thirty days.

After that, it becomes part of your life and is easier to continue. But I’d argue the real power of the system comes from deciding which change to focus on, and ruthlessly ignoring the rest.

Your Most Productive Day I accomplished more work in the last month towards this website, than I did in the eight months prior to it. Despite this, I felt consid

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erably less stressed than I did during the first eight months. The reason was simple: I was able to focus. Instead of managing large academic projects, courses and extra-curricular activities, I only had to focus on this business.

The lesson is obvious: if you want to get something done, ignore everything else.

But I think it’s worth restating because many of us (including myself) fall into the trap of saying yes to everything and focusing on nothing at all.

The “Have-To” List is Pretty Short Few people have the luxury of being able to focus on their goals full-time. If you have a job, family or other set responsibilities, you may not be able to focus ruthlessly on one pursuit. But mixed in with the list of genuine necessities are a lot of things that could be safely ignored.

What would happen if you said no to any of these things?

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Ruthless Focus and the Art of Saying No Twitter , Television , Volunteering Clubs, Memberships or Associations Parties , Email , Other Projects I’m not saying you should eliminate these entirely. Or even reduce your usage.

Just realize that there are probably a number of things you automatically say yes to out of guilt or habit. Things that could be ignored once, twice or indefinitely without major consequences.

Paying Yourself First One of my favorite personal finance tips is to pay yourself first. The idea is that you should take any savings money immediately from your earnings and put it into a separate bank account. Because, if you wait until the end of the month to save what’s left, you’ve probably spent it all.

I think this idea applies equally to your goals. Pay yourself first because, if you pay other people first, then you won’t have enough time left for what’s truly important to you.

There are going to be a few things that must come first. If your goal is to start a microbusiness, but you still work a full-time job, not getting fired is your first priority (at least until your microbusiness can support you). Same with important family concerns.

However, between the list of absolute necessities and your goals are a lot of should. I don’t suggest that you stop taking out the garbage, eliminate television and stop seeing your friends. But just that you should do these should only after you’ve paid yourself.

Avoid Being Overcommitted The easiest way to maintain a ruthless focus is to say no to major commitments other people ask of you that aren’t in line with your goals. I had to do this recently when I was asked to be in the leadership committee for my Toastmasters club. I had

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been in a leadership role previously, and without my help, the club would not be able to continue. Saying no was difficult, but necessary.

But many times, this isn’t the case.

You’ve overcommitted yourself and only realize afterwards that you don’t have enough time to pay yourself. I’ve done this in the past, and I don’t believe in backing out of a commitment.

If the commitment is unimportant to the other people involved, resign from it.

Let them know that you’re sorry, but you didn’t envision it would be this much work.

If your commitment is more than 9-12 months, I’d make a similar apology and resignation. It may not be great for your reputation, but donating that much time to a goal that isn’t your own only hinders their efforts to find someone who can really perform.

For shorter commitments, I try to see them through. I was involved in a large group project that made it difficult to pay myself first. But, because my role was crucial to the other members, and the commitment was only a few more months, I saw it to the end.

However, even if you are overcommitted, you can still take steps forward. I made sure I didn’t commit to anything new being asked of me. This way, when my old commitments expired, I would be able to focus ruthlessly on my goals once more.

Saying No is an Unselfish Act If you don’t put your goals first, nobody else will. This may sound selfish, but it isn’t.

If your goals are aligned with helping yourself and helping other people, the most altruistic thing you can do is to put your goals first. If you’re rich, healthy or organized, you’ll be in a much better position to help people.

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Ranjana Harlalka Sarala Birla Gyan Jyoti - Assam

School of Excellence Award Sarala Birla Gyan Jyoti honoured with prestigious

‘Climate Action Project School of Excellence’ Award

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School of Excellence Award Guwahati, 12 November 2021: Sarala Birla Gyan Jyoti in Guwahati, India, was awarded Climate Action Project School of Excellence. Only 250 schools globally were recognized because of their intense work on climate education in a whole-school approach. The recognition was awarded

by Cartoon Network Climate Champions and Climate Action Project.

Cartoon Network Climate Champions is a climate change awareness initiative that sets out to inspire kids to take on daily challenges that collectively can make a big difference to the health of our planet. It has been developed in collaboration with WWF, a world-renowned environmental organization.

Climate Action Project is a free, global education project that was launched by Take Action Global, an education non-profit based in the USA, involving 2,700,000 teachers and students across 146 countries. The project aims to help students learn about the climate crisis in authentic ways and disseminate solutions online. The recognized schools submitted their work for the past year and met extensive criteria, including a school-wide commitment to climate education and student solutions.

Sarala Birla Gyan Jyoti has participated in global projects RiseUp4SDGs (India), Let's Be Human, Be One (Serbia), LeapEd Global Learning - Climate Change (Malaysia), the 17 Sustainable Development Goals competitions, implementing the three R's schoolwide and planting gardens in the community, at home and school. Students committed to training to become active Global SDG Ambassadors to raise awareness during virtual Student Hubs with 21

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other countries. Students also actively collaborated with students in Brazil, Croatia, South Africa, Sweden and the UK in task-based projects. Currently, all Climate Change projects are student-led.

The selected 250 Climate Action Project Schools of Excellence were announced on 4 November 2021, during Climate Action Day, an annual online live event attended by 250,000 people globally. The event speakers included HRM Prince William, President James Alix Michel, Seychelles, Rick Davis, NASA, Matt Larsen-Daw, WWF, HRM Princess Esmeralda, Belgium, Juan Pablo Celis Garcia, UN Environment Programme, and other world leaders and climate scientists.

The winners were announced by Dan Russell, the voice actor behind several characters in Cartoon Network global hit series The Amazing World of Gumball, and Nandi Bushell, an 11-year-old musician, an influencer and passionate climate advocate.

Statement HRM Prince William “We need youth’s creativity to repair our planet.

We need students to invent and to innovate - to think beyond where we are now and to be optimistic about our future.”

Statement Koen Timmers, Climate Action Project: “Young people have the capacity to do more than learning about climate change. They all can come up with solutions, take small actions and inspire others to change their lifestyles.”

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School of Excellence Award of climate education for all. We are committed to ensuring students have access to information, ideas, and opportunities to take action for the planet, and, today, these Schools of Excellence are leading the way for the entire world.”

Statement Dr. Diganta Halder, Principal Sarala Birla Gaya Jyoti: “Stopping Climate Change has become a critical issue that needs to be addressed by every human being, but even more importantly in our schools. Students should be aware of Climate Action and the importance of achieving the goals set by the United Nations for peace and prosperity for all by 2030 and to become leaders of impact in the future.”

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Notes to editors: Take Action Global is on a mission to empower one billion students to take action for a cleaner environment by the year 2030 through programs including the Climate Action Project. With a vision of climate education for all, Take Action Global combines environmental curricula with student-led projects, sharing ideas and experiences with local and global communities, education leaders, and partner organizations. Partners include the UN Foundation, NASA, WWF, Cartoon Network, LEGO Education, and the EarthShot Prize presented by the Royal Foundation.

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Rayees ibn Mushtaq Columnist - Jammu & Kashmir

Mahatma Gandhi: And the legacy of the world The Aspect of Gandhian values that tend to receive the most attention, not surprisingly, is the practice of non-violence.

The violence that is endemic in the contemporary world commits to nonviolence challenging, but it also makes that priority especially important and urgent. It is extremely important to appreciate that non-violence is promoted not only by rejecting and spurning violent courses of action but also by trying to build societies in which violence would not be cultivated and nurtured.

We would undervalue the wide reach of his political thinking if we try to see non-violence simply as a code of behaviour. Consider the general problem of terrorism in the world today. In fighting terrorism, the Gandhian response cannot be seen as taking primarily the form of pleading with the would-be terrorists to desist from doing dastardly things, nor even just the form of dialogue and public interaction in peaceful ways with potential adversaries. Gandhiji's ideas about preventing violence went far beyond that and

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involved social institutions and public priorities, as well as individual beliefs and commitments.

For example, every atrocity committed in the cause of seeking.

The aspect of Gandhian values that gets the most attention is, not surprisingly, non-violence. The violence that is localized in the modern world commits to non-violence challenging, but it makes this priority particularly important and urgent. It is important to appreciate that non-violence is not only promoted by rejecting and rejecting acts of violence, but also by building societies in which violence is not nurtured and nurtured.

If we try to see non-violence as merely a code of conduct, we will underestimate their wide reach of political thinking. Consider the general problem of terrorism in the world today. In the war on terror, the Gandhian response cannot be seen primarily as a plea to the terrorists to refrain from heinous acts, nor in the form of peaceful dialogue and public interaction with potential opponents. Gandhiji's views Nov 2021 - 066

Mahatma Gandhi: And the legacy of the world on the prevention of violence went far beyond that and included social institutions and public priorities, as well as individual beliefs and promises.

For example, every atrocity committed in the cause of seeking moral stature gives tremendous power to one's violent opponents.

The global embarrassment of the Anglo-American initiative over these systematic violations, and the bad behaviour of those who claim to fight for democracy and human rights, have been used by terrorists to recruit more and gain the sympathy of some ordinary people. What's more, it may have surprised you. Military strategists based in Washington or London, but they are exactly what Mahatma Gandhi was trying to teach the world.

Gandhiji would have been appalled also by the fact that even though the United States itself, at least in principle, stands firmly Useful information to defeat terrorism, whether in the Guantanamo Bay detention centre or the Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq, helps fuel terrorism. The problem is not just that violence is always wrong, nor is it just that violence can provide reliable information because victims say it will get them out of the current predicament. But going beyond these clear though important points, Gandhiji also told us that his loss In the face of violence on American soil or

by US officials, many high-ranking US officials have endorsed and actively endorsed the so-called "extraordinary offer". In this horrific process, suspected terrorists are sent to countries that carry out systematic violence, so that they can be interrogated in the United States without any restrictions. The point that arises from Gandhiji.

The arguments are not only that this is a completely immoral act, but also that it is not a way to win the war on terror and indecency. Gandhiji presented us not only a theory of morality but also a political understanding of how one's conduct, by its very nature, can be a source of great strength or great weakness. The value of this lesson has never been greater. than it

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is today. I come back now to the question of cultivating social values, and social identities, that generate peace rather than violence. It is easy to see how much divisiveness has been bred by the federation view of the citizenry in attempts to establish new democracies in countries such as Iraq or Afghanistan.

Gandhiji was critical of the official view that India was a collection of Religious communities. When he came to London for the Indian Round Table Conference in 1931, Gandhiji resented the fact that he was being portrayed primarily as a spokesman for the Hindus, especially with the "caste Hindus", the rest 46% of the population is represented by elected officials. Delegates from every other community (elected by the British Prime Minister). Gandhiji insisted that when he was a Hindu himself, the Congress and the political movement he led was strictly secular and not community-based. While he saw that a distinction could be made between one Indian and another on religious lines, he pointed to the fact that other ways of dividing India's population were no less relevant. Gandhiji made a powerful appeal to the British rulers to see the multiplicity of Indians' diverse identities.

The disastrous consequences of defining people by their religious ethnicity, and giving priority to the community-based perspective over all their identities, which Gandhiji Thought had the support of the British rulers of India, alas, the rulers themselves must have come to persecute the country. At the Round Table Conference in 1931, Gandhiji did not find his way, and even his dissent was briefly recorded, without stating where the dissent came from.

Addressing the British Prime Minister in a mild complaint, Gandhiji said in the meeting, "You will find dissent in most of these reports, and in most cases, the dissent is unfortunately mine. Is." These statements were certainly his alone, but the wisdom behind Gandhiji's refusal to see far-sightedness as seeing a nation as a federation of religions and communities belongs to the whole world.

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S. Pravanthika Storyteller And Poetess - TN

Mr. V. Heymonth Kumar Columnist – Tamil Nadu Introduced By

S.Pravanthika was born on 21/05/2013 in Chennai. She is living in Pattabiram, Chennai. Her nickname is Ammu.

When she was three and half years old, she went to Shri Kandhin Kavithaipattarai, a poetry seminar, with her grandmother, Anbuchelvi Subburaju. While she was listening to the poetry recitals of great poets and poetesses, she got the mic and recited her own poetry about the farmers.

That was her first poetry recital. For that, she was congratulated as “Varakalakavi” (Blessed Extempore Poetess).

By knowing her interest in writing poetry, her grandparents (Mr.S.Subburaju & Mrs.Anbuchelvi Subburaju), motivated her. Her grandparents are reputed Tamil poets who are the prominent coordinators of Thanmunnaik Kavithaigal (Self-Assertive Verses). Pravanthika got appreciations from various associations for her continuous Tamil poetry writing and recitals in Puthukkavithai (New Poetry) format.

Therefore, she got “Ilankavi” (Young Poetess) award from the hands of Lyricist Nigaran in Kavimalargal Paiinthamizh Sangam (Flowering Poets Young Tamil Association).

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Her poems were published in the book named “Kavimalargal 1330 Kavithaigalin Sangamam” (Flowering Poets 1330 Poems’ Union).

This corona period had stimulated the linguistic interest of Pravanthika. She had read the Children’s story books of Writer Kannikovil Raja and Uzhavukkavingar Umayavan. She made those stories as videos by her oral presentation. Her storytelling ability changed her into a storyteller.

She tells stories for global Tamil children through some notable associations, such as Puththagananban (Book Friend), Lollipop Siruvar Ulagam (Lollipop Children’s World), Kids Tamil Stories, Canada Sarvathesa Thamizhali Tholaikkatchi (Canada Global Tamil Well Television), etc., Her book reviews were continuously published in Puthiyathisaigal (New Directions) website which was founded by Saradha Santosh, Hyderabad.

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van, and “Chukka…Pukka…Mukka…” which was compiled by Puththagananban (Book Friend) publication. Her own Children’s story book is going to publish soon.

With her enormous interest in penning self-assertive verses, she writes this kind of poems continuously since she was seven years old. She got appreciations for being

the first youngest poetess who writes self-assertive verses. He recites self-assertive verses in poetry fests. She is the co-ordinator of various poetry seminars and art exhibitions. She participates in many world-record events and it is expected that she will also make her own world-record soon.

Pics of Achievements

PRAVANTHIKA WITH HER GRANDPARENTS (Mrs.ANBUCHELVI SUBBURAJU & Mr.S.SUBBURAJU)

PRAVANTHIKA WITH KANNIKOVIL RAJA SIR

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PRAVANTHIKA WITH ARUR TAMILNADAN SIR

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Pics of Achievements

PRAVANTHIKA WITH UZHAVUKKAVINGAR UMAYAVAN SIR

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PRAVANTHIKA WITH HAIKU POET M.MURUGESH SIR Festival Special Edition

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Amb Dr. Alka Mahajan

Mr. Sudhir S. Salunke

Founder CEO

Founder : Namaste India Group

CHILPARCO INTERNATIONAL

Media Director : CHILPARCO INTERNATIONAL

Innovate- Ideate- Inspire@ChilparcoInternational Children's Day was a day of powerful youth voices on the virtual platform of Chilparco International. Youth leaders and their mentors joined the proverbial deliberations on the 14th of November 2021 for the Event *CLASSICAL MONOLOGUES*organised by Energia International Youth wing of Chilparco International.

Teams from Albania, Argentina, Armenia, Brazil, Mexico,Poland Tunisia,India,Qatar, Thailand, Indonesia along with their mentors confidently and articulately deliberated on the timeless quality of the proverbs, citing one of their favorites and giving their power packed viewpoints for the same.

The event started with divine Benedictions followed by Chilparco International Founder and CEO welcoming all with panache and sharing the mission and vision and the multi dimensional role of the Chilparco International dream platform that believes in ensuring that everyone is appreciated , cared for, given a voice and a bond formed for life. Spreading smiles to make the world a beautiful place to be.This was followed by the Inspirational Ambassador of Chilparco International HE Prof.Dr.Queen Elizabeth Lucas exquisitely encouraging and exhorting all to believe in their purpose , understand their uniqueness and say to themselves- Yes You Can!!

The jury comprised of our dearest Queen and Dr Ushavati Shetty -Principal Navodya English School and Junior college , Mumbai...sharing life lessons and words of motivation. The Youth mentors - Amb Janette ,Amb Dorota, Amb Hayet, Amb Melly, shared snippets of the preparation and the role of youth in innovation. Our editorial board member Mr Rakesh Verma spoke on the relevance of children's Day globally.

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There was a spectacular mask dance performance by our Energia members from Thailand and a piano recital by the versatile Deni.

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Innovate- Ideate- Inspire@ChilparcoInternational The program was received beautifully with mentors and youth leaders sharing , exchanging and deliberating on the same platform.

Truly exemplifying that life is an unending process of learning and one not only shares but also receives . Further learning

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happens all the time. The usage of Proverbs for carrying the conversation forward was the icing on the cake.

The vote of thanks was proposed by Amb Vilma and the final word by Amb Dr Alka Mahajan.

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Namdev V. Chougule Educator - Kolhapur ( Maharashtra )

The Use of Technology For Quality Education The use of technology for quality education has led to a variety of experiments over the last 29 years as a primary teacher. The 21st century is also witnessing radical changes in education. As the times of change change, so do the teachers. In 2010 I started " Digital Classroom". My experiment at Kolhapur Zilla Parishad School was new. I have been working for this process for eleven years in a row. More than two lakhs have been paid for this.

About this project - - Computer, 32 inch color t. V. Educational software, wireless keyboard, mouse.

1) Effective use of educational software - I started using educational software for three classes from class V to VII by purchasing my own name. Only 30% of the time is enough for my teaching and students learning process .70% of the time is used by the children for self-study. The children began to enjoy learning 2. Treasure of information available for children . Due to the quality of the software

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produced, our children could easily study Hindi, English and other languages along with our Marathi language. Knowing how the words in our language are in other languages, their vocabulary increased.Using hyperlink inbuilt software .

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INDIVIDUAL PARTICIPATION IN LEARNING Each student can be involved in the learning process using the wireless keyboard mouse. Individual practice can be taken for strengthening the speech in mathematics.

We are working to move the self-study process through this. Boys and girls participate together.

4. Enjoyable education_ Enjoyable education started to be imparted through educational Games along with government curriculum. Over all students interested in all subjects . A close relationship was formed between the students and teachers with the help of cooperation. Castism, and casteism began to disappear. Equality, unity was seen. Life skills began to be learned.

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The Use of Technology For Quality Education 5. Conceptual easy learning Method Some speech in the science of cardiology, the function of the circulatory lung, the movement of the heart, the structure of the inner nerves, some of the history of geography. Incidents, types of eclipses, tsunamis in the bay and the sea, children began to learn by reading audio-visual instruments.

6 Using Keyboard Mouse for solving mathematics & Test series Wireless keyboard when using, all math examples using bhaus. Science, Hindi 1.

Sociology began to solve itself due to the test series. The children started getting the pleasure of checking the answers of

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each question by themselves with their own mistakes. The use of technology in education has increased confidence. Why did the study progress so smoothly without any effort. Awareness was created about how to use computer properly. All parents satisfied to see thier children's success 7 Modern Educationteaching method We must change according to modern times.

Author to your visit. In this way, experts from home and abroad started getting guidance from filling online. With the well-known author Anjali Atre from Pune, the children resolved their doubts through various questions and after taking them, they were given 05 C Econs.

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Mannat Pankul Arneja DLF Public School - Ghaziabad

Diwali Festival DIWALI FESTIVAL OF, SPARKS AND LIGHTS, BURNING DIYAS MAKES, EVERYTHING BRIGHT VIBRANT RANGOLI, TAKES UP THE FLOOR MAGIC OF HAPPINESS, KNOCKS THE DOOR. FESTIVALS OF JOY,WHEN LAUGHTER ABOUND, NEW MOON SKY, CRACKERS MAKES SOUND. GIFT AND SWEETS,FROM FRIENDS AND ALL, WELCOME GODDESS LAXMI,WITH PURE SOUL. KEEP THE FESTIVE SPIRIT, HIGH WITH PRIDE, LIVE LIFE WITH GLEE,AND RELATIONS TIED, BEAUTY OF LIFE IS TO, WIN GOOD OVER EVIL CRIMES, ONLY FESTIVAL WHICH IS CELEBRATED SINCE MEDIEVAL TIMES

Mannat Pankul Arneja

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Mannat Pankul Arneja DLF Public School - Ghaziabad

Happy Halloween

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Dr. Madhvi Borse Educationist, Author & International Speaker

Festival of Light & Prosperity One of the most favourite festival, Brightest, wonderful and very popular, It marks the victory of light over darkness, Bring lots of fortune and happiness.

Everyone decorate their home and city, Occasion of wealth and prosperity, Bursting crackers and eating sweets, Smiling faces with blessings and greets.

Diyas and Diwali light burns, With harmony all around us, Goddess Lakshmi is worshipped on the occasion, Such a spectacular celebration.

On this day, let's bring light in everyone's life, Let's celebrate safely share positive Vibes, Gifts and good wishes is such a fun, Happy and safe Diwali to each and everyone.

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Poet Salem Sankar Movie & T.V. Writer - Tamilnadu India is a Country of numerous festivals!

The traditional festival of Tamilnad is Pongal!

Peasants used to celebrate it, in harvest season;

The Epic ‘Silappathigaram’ describes ‘Indhira Vizha’, celebrated 28 days!

It reveals the prosperity of Chozha’s merry days!

Festival is the Kaleidoscope, showing the colourful life!

It is celebrated joyfully, by every husband and wife.

Heap of waste things are burnt on ‘Bogi-day!’

Houses are whitewashed in silver-white; A superb hygienic life makes us happy!

Doubt not, Pongal festival makes us joy!

Bharathi sang, “Uzhavukkum Thozhilukkum Vandhanai Seivome!”

So, let us make ‘Namskar’ to farmers and labourers!

We worship ‘Sun-God’ and Cows and bulls honestly!

Hence, among all festivals, Pongal stands very highly!

‘Jallikkattu’ and ‘Rekla race’ narrate the glory of Tamilan!

Tamil Culture is older than his agriculture!

Pongal festival is meaningful and rational of all festivals!

Pongal Festival!

Because heap of grain, they hath only then.

Let us all shout loudly… Pongalo! Pongal!

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Raju Arockiasamy Educator I Trichy, Tamilnadu

Why to celebrate festivals?

Why to celebrate festivals?

The festival is a celebration. It is a gathering of people to celebrate on certain days.

It can also mean a procession.

One of the main aims of the festival is gathering, mass-eating, celebrating and sharing happiness.

Usually people from young to old get excited about the festival and get ready to welcome it.

Next to religion they are celebrated with a focus on agriculture. Food is the source of the global vitality movement.

Festivals can generally be classified as individual festivals, community festivals, and country festivals.

Weddings, piercings, shaving, weddings, etc. are individual festivals.

Community festivals like Thaipongal, Deepavali, Christmas and Ramadan.

Festivals reflect the civilization, culture and tradition of the people in a certain place.

Independence Day, Republic Day and Gandhi Jayanti are national festivals.

Festivals are usually religious. They are set up to commemorate even Festivals that reflect the civilization, culture and tradition of the people in a place.

In ancient times kings celebrated festivals to commemorate their victory.

Festivals are usually religious. They are set up to commemorate events or to give thanks to the Lord.

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Festivals are celebrated by people all over the world across race, religion and language.

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Raju Arockiasamy Educator I Trichy, Tamilnadu

Festivals – Acrostic Name Poem F is for Fervent, strongly passionate E is for Endearing, with a charming style S is for Special, right from the start T is for Terrific, a treasure to safegaurd I is for Imaginative, there is always something new A is for Adorable, so precious and lovely L is for Lively, everyone's favourite

Festivals of India India is a land of diversification Every state has its unique art, culture and tradition Religions of various beliefs celebrate…

Diwali to symbolize the victory of good over immorality, Christmas to atone for the sins of humanity, Id to symbolize the feast of breaking the fast, Raksha Bandhan to strengthen the bond of Kinship Onam to honour the home-coming of a mythical-demon king Mahabali, Makar Sankranti is dedicated to Lord Sun, Holi to celebrate the eternal and divine love of Radha Krishna, Ganesh Chaturthi is that devotees who pray to him are set free of sins, Tihar is dedicated to certain animals.

These festivals are to spread happiness and friendship With true manifestation of its rich culture and traditions And to mingle the whole humanity into one eternity Unique celebrations, Grand receptions Creating love and brotherhood Praying for the good among the sour in life Mind-boggling occasions that cut across all boundaries.

Raju Arockiasamy

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Jyoti Gupta Lifestyle Coach, Mentor, Motivational Speaker, Writer

I Wish I Had Time..

I wish I had time...

Sitting on the window pane, listening trees hustle Away from crazy noon amidst life bustle.

I wish I had time...

To lay on my favourite couch, lean n stretch and then a little slouch.

I wish I had time...

To Watch Tom & Jerry.

Laugh to the days when I was so merry I wish I had time...

To catch up with gals Revive those memories when we were best pals.

I wish I had time...

To just stroll across Pass through the lanes where my childhood is lost.

I wish I had time...

To walk on soft grass Chasing butterflies flickering across.

I wish I had time...

To swing on the slide Be that girl again before I become a bride.

I wish I had time...

To go back to those days Innocence and bliss which no one could take

Jyoti Gupta

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Kavitha Ramachandran B.T.Assistant , Dindigul

Kottai Mariamman festival -Dindigul!

Twenty days continuous festival!

Flower showering Chariot carnival!

Dindigul's Guardian deity!

People's Devotional fealty!

Devotees Spiritual doctor!

People's Problem solving proctor!

Those who seeking child boon!

Will definitely get conceived soon!

Fine credit is carrying fire pots!

Pouring milk cool down her hots Cures the effects of Chicken pox!

People overflow her Money box!

Relieves the devotees from illness!

She forgives and gives us stillness!

People offer salt at the foot of the flag post!

Cyst and mumps diseases never halt!

Sugarcane cradles and Rice flour lamps!

Mari never changes Rockfort camps!

Maharani of "Pathmagiri mountain"!

Eight- armed "Grace fountain"!

She holds Snake,Trident,skull and Bell!

We never forget her name to spell!

Thousand eyes and terrible fangs!

All the religions worship her in gangs!

Turmeric and Neem leaves are the medicine!

She invents our spiritual bulbs like Edison!

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Soma Mukherjee Model,actor, Corporate Trainer, Achiever

Let Us Celebrate In Unison India is a land of colors, A country of festivals and flowers, Conches,festoons and drum rolls, Land of prayers and festivals.

A land of culture , ethics and emotion, A land of prayers and devotion.

Conches,garlands,fasting and lamps burning bright, A celebration of colors and delight.

From Durga puja,X mas to Holi, From Guru Nanak diwas,Onam to Diwali, There is every occasion , Of fervour and devotion, A land of peace, culture and great civilization.

Let us all pray for peace, Let all religions find truce, Let all human beings remember the preaching, Follow right path,morals and teaching, All religions teach us morals lead to salvation To lead a great life leading to height of higher education, All religions teach us good wins over evil, So let's make better version of us not as devil's, Let us celebrate all festivals in these trying times, Human existence will only survive, If we love each other, Respect earth and nature, Love animals and don't torture, Let us respect each souls, Let us pray together for common goal.

Soma Mukherjee

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Jabendra R Poet - Tamil Nadu

Festival is an

updating of our Feelings India is a united country, In it's all festival, people are together in Near of house, their Street, their State but not they are split.

There is limitless festivals and Limitless Happiness, limited angry and without Jealousy!

The festival contains, Respect of God, Lights of Love, Silence of Knowledge in every Mind.

Every Child, Flowering in the festivals.

Every Angry person, Updates the Smile in her face in the Festival.

So Festival is an updating of our Feelings.

Festival is normally called as Feelings.

Jabendra R

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Srija Sudha Poet - Tamil Nadu

Indian Festival I am jutting to be an Indian!

India is such not like further sovereign state, where we see many religious here, And unrelated tongue here and festival, I say you, when I know myself, Still you are lurching than other, When I pronounce you I get energetic power, When I think our festival-twenty four mingles in my mind, My happiness shows when every religion mingles, Religion mingles only in our land, and view of greenish nature, Festival is the only space where all members join together, happiness through everyone's face, lot of hands to our leaders and proud of our india.

Srija Sudha

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Deepika Thankachy R. Poet - Tamil Nadu

The Night of Lights Sat near the arcade, Saw children lighting Diyas; the glaring sun. In the seventh heaven, here and there; all over, folks embracing happiness.

Near the corridor, the enchantress, lining the dots refashioning into beautiful Rangolis.

Gifts and Sweets; giving and receiving.

On the other side, I myself, eyeing the happy faces; the face with light smile on it.

Carrying fire deep inside my heart; crackers cracking, I couldn't smother.

The dark night was the night of lights, That lighted my heart, this time dousing the agony. A twinge entering into the picture within a spur minute in my heart but, the light lit smile on my face; honey-coloured.

The dark night was really a night of light.

Deepika Thankachy R.

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Jerlin Flower Poet I Tamilnadu

Fantastic Fiestas The year commences with, Colourful rangolis, sugarcanes, Rice sweets, gave rise to The birth of a year, "Thai Pongal"

The multi-coloured pookalam, At the festival, "Onam" Makes everyone realize The beautiful creation of God.

The colourful horns of our cows in "Jalli Kattu", Recognize the value of Cow As our Goddess and A blessed nutritionist.

The victory of Light spread, Everywhere in darkness, On the paths of houses, To welcome the happiness on, "Diwali".

The cleanliness made me feel, The love of Christianity.

Thereby sins are, Washed by Christ, In the sacrament of "Eucharist".

Joy spread all over the world, Ends the year with, Explosions of colourful lights, By sharing the plum cakes, On the “Christmas Day”.

The prayer, fasting prayer Of our Indians on, "Ramadan".

A unity of reverence Among everyone is astonishing.

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Sneha Kannusamy Poet I Coimbatore

Colorful Crackers To

Smokers Diwali dazzles with dazzling lights,

Night before the day of light gets fancies

Lights are lifted to the heights;

Of vibrant colors to radiate a spark within

Chakra dances with fine lines of bright-

us.

ness_ Flowerpot fancies with fountains.

One flower makes no garland!

One crackers makes no energetic sound

Sweets of stunning shapes and colors,

Cluster of sounds to form one end,

Tempts tasty buds to taste which triggers,

Where smoke meets to form a band.

Dresses to address the cherishing moments;

Day of diwali shows pollution naked,

Temples to pray to make life exuberance.

Where smoke of cigars makes us wicked Of no where letting it out to make bad,

Week before a day of light brightens

Make it stop! But it's in one's hand.

To make us count of the days and hours,

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GOBIKA. K. S Educator I Tamilnadu

Diwali Special Diwali is finally here, A time for fun, laughter and cheer, We have waited long and hard, And the day is finally near.

We start with the ceremonious bath, And then we all do gather, For clothes and gifts, sweets and crackers, We receive from our father.

The evening is a time for prayer, We ask for several gifts, We have to thank for countless blessings, We know we cannot miss.

Our friends are here, they have some sweets, We share with them ours too, And then we went, armed with our crackers, And play things old and new.

The day had passed before we knew it, Diwali has come to an end, But we know that it will be here again, The promise is good, and true.

GOBIKA. K. S

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Mohammed Niyaz Writer / Poet - Mumbai

Unity of Festivals The year of years ends with dated 31st december.

A flashback of which it stated to and fro together.

With clouds of january it comes around.

A little off new beginning of yearly sound.

Each and every single time we celebrate the anthem.

Of the festive season which comes throughout our souls rhythm.

Be it holi which fills the life of one's with happiness colours.

When its fragrance took the heartbeat of colourful saviours.

Followed by which comes the purity month of ramadan.

Through blessed days of 30 forever till azaan.

We all wait for the entire long lasting days to gather.

On the occasions of eid and warm wishes forever.

Month of mid year continues with the epitome of bondful ties.

Rakshabandhan which admits the blissful relations through miles.

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Mohammed Niyaz Writer / Poet - Mumbai

Unity of Festivals The entire source may lift up us with sacrifices since eid-ul-adha.

The charity which comes first and to the last of every Now or never the revenge continuous with raavan.

"Victory over 9 days", is the absolute worth of durgashtami's even.

Truth's win is seen and acclaimed through action's of fire.

The Goddess Durga Mata led a chain to conquer.

As soon as the near by year comes to the end of calendar.

Diwali lights up on our homes and skies with plenty of creative leader.

The atmosphere shines like bright and breeze.

When new year enters before santa claus's freeze.

The magic of movements may tease the moments of affection.

Where as the indians of india live within the festive region.

Calm and cool it feels when sharing your time with religious beliefs.

You may not know what worth it keeps when being relieving the reliefs.

Like indians, like the constitution which brings us under one renewals.

We abide by the almighty, who blessed us with such wonderings "unity of festivals".

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Archishman Satpathy Writer / Poet - Odisha

Indian Festivals : Culture of Greatness Just to be honest and fair, In the words of wisdom nowhere The stride life have put now!

Are these festivals, really to spare?

The peace and the other Being hand in hand to bother, The ups and downs as parts and parcels Went to wonder in Holi and Uthal!

Just because of the hardships, It will test you to the heaven and back!

Just consistency and perseverance the dose, Let cherishing be somewhere in the Diwali deck.

For parting towards victory, A taste of lord Rama so clever!

Forget not to keep away the struggles, They only have pushed you to endeavour!

While departing, thank the life.

Above all, it teached how to strive, In the notes of festivals and grace.

It explained how our importance arrive!

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Varun Kesaria Engineer - Gujarat

Days of Joy Lamps, lights, feasts, flowers; Days of happiness, fun and colors.

Period of joy, where relatives meet; With Gossip talks and dancing feet.

Breaking the barrier of castism, Racist laws and judgemental thoughts; Admiring the brotherly love, Kindness and humanity.

Omitting the roots of worries; People laughs, giggles and smiles.

This are the days of Indian festivals; Where the people unite, spreading the immense Love; Keeping the baised social norms aside.

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Umadevi Arasakumar Writer / Poet - Tamil Nadu

Indian Festivals....

Our mother land bloomed, Where tradition and culture mixed celebrations always gleamed, in our society with nurture.

Days were colors spilled, days were stars filled, days were crackers thrilled, days were briyani smelled.

In every occasion Unity won, Thousand hands together made fun, beyond religion, caste and creed, Humanity flourished in our deed.

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Eva Petropoulou Lianou Writer. Poet - Greece

To the unknown man - Long distance relationship Days you smile Nights I cry Days u become silent I become so communicative Birds are coming from far lands Back to their nest Wondering will you come to our nest Long distance relationship My why become so long Your words are a rainbow In my rainy moments Hope the heaven hear my prayers Soon you are free from unknown chains Hear my heart beat Hear my heart voice More and more Every day Every night Singing for you My precious man...

©®Eva Petropoulou Liano

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Márcia Batista Ramos Writer. Poet - Brazil

End of Theogonies The world seemed big They made the wars Deaths and dead Migrations Aroused illusions Rare theogonies We stopped To the middle of the world The world became one Bridges Constant approaches They made another war Dead and deaths Mirages and frustrations Without theogonies We stopped to the middle of the world Wars Rare life Constant frustrations God is God! Let him keep our children!

No one can save us anymore End of theogonies.

Márcia Batista Ramos -Brazil

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Antonis filippeos Writer. Poet - Greece

Angel of

light Come to me and give the Light to become pure and innocent.

Come to me and give happiness to save the world.

Come to me and give the candle of hope to create a new soul.

Come to me and give kindness to change the way of life.

Come to me and give me your love to make my sea a whole Ocean of blue.

Come to me, like an angel to fight the darkness, to fight the evil until the light of the Sun rises up in our hearts, in our world!

You are my illuminating Angel of Love.

You are my illuminating Angel of Life.

You are my illuminating Angel of Light!!!

Antonis Filippeos

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Pertha Kalemi Writer. Poet - Greece

The Sorrow of Absence Tonight I left you a key on the door and my heart unguarded...

I wish you'd come in uninvited and lay in my dreams, pure and whole...

I'll arrive riding on the moon tonight and see if I can find you...

Your shiver wanders on the shores of my soul where the sea breaze leaves its splash And I am losing myself in your absence...

What else can I do?

I am making a date with my dream, perhaps you will find me and wrap yourself around me, the sorrow of your absence always turns into pleasure beside the moon.

Reflected in the water of the sea from above and the fiery Eros calms down as he leaves his passion, on the sandy shore of the dream...

Pertha Kalemi

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Luca Ariano Writer I Poet - Parma

Which season are you lagging behind in?

A late snowfall from the dormer window with a warm forehead ... the terror of mermaids for you too.

You find yourself almost in the summer: sudden storms and animals coming down to the plains between squares and weeds.

The city, a row of avenues with signs "To Let", "For Sale" and you can't find those bars and shops anymore.

Queuing up at "We Buy Gold", in the pockets ancient jewels symbol of other seasons, sacraments to celebrate.

Where did those Sundays go?

Vanished like the prayers of a saint to stop lava flows, but already a new one to invoke for miracles under catacombs.

Those Egon's drawings burned like fever in your chest ... forgotten models, to be sketched in a portrait drunk in some cafe before the war, at the end of another secular empire.

Luca Ariano

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Emanuela Rizzo Writer I Poet - Parma

Rose bud Why don't you hatch rosebud, you don't want to show your petals in the world?

I know pink why you don't, many would admire your petals but nobody wants your thorns.

Then you remain bud while you can, you protect yourself from the disappointments you would have sooner or later.

You continue undeterred to donate Your scent, and let your thorns only hurt you, generous rose.

Emanuela Rizzo

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Smaragdi Mitropoulou Educator I Poet - Greece

I PAINT…

REVELATION

Ι paint a sun a basil on the windowsill and a love among the bougainvilleas. Ι paint a well with water to quench your thirst a nightingale to sing to you and a moon to keep you company at night not to be afraid.

I paint a road full of stars a path full of dreams and a golden line to show you the way.

I'm waiting for you… the clocks broke tonight…

I'm waiting for you… and I paint hope…

Without frills and lent ornaments on early sunrise words were stripped.

Mirrors cracked by the weight of shame.

Crowds remained silent under the light.

Poetry goes the narrow path uphill.

On a proud rock the shadow of Holy Mary embraces her.

White tunic holy grail the sound of bell the song of the waves redemption time…

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Xanthi Hondrou-Hill Journalist and Public Relations Manager - Greece

Unexpected Collection (Dedicated to my beautiful and talented daughter Anna) I collected sun, mountain and seas from the universe to make your dowry.

I went to talk to the nights so that the stars will write your future bright.

I sat down to hear the sound of the flowers the colours of the birds so that your life will be full of beautiful shades But when I heard the sound of your microscopic heart my life was filled with music, colours and light.

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The Running Poem (Tribute to Jack Hirschmann) The mobility ( had of elegance, speed, of sucess victories) was lost The mobility I lost held back, back “what was most loved as a kid” the overtacking of the others cooperating with the wind ond the long stretch to the finishing line of winners life’s delusions to teenagers to put it eloquently that it owes them always a home run Nov 2021 - 101

Dr. Dimitris P. Kraniotis Medical Doctor (Internist) & Poet - Greece

Ashes The fireplace was eager to put a fullstop, in the sentence where the road of my dreams stuck upon the word of happiness with sparkles of wet logs I collected from the inside of me that I dared to turn to ashes.

Dimitris P. Kraniotis

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Dimarys Águila García Writer I Poet - Cuba The most faithful departed

Tomb

It was that afternoon when I saw you die tight to my chest, I was hurt to dress in gauze to your door to suture the flesh that pretended to go out of his way and sought help in the final breath of a bottle.

It was time to cry for the dead the most faithful departed pink fur with useless bones for tears that ceased to serve.

And do you think a kiss would kill me?

The house was the grave the common grave where the dead remains are thrown that no one can rebuild.

It was the grave the house where he asked for protection from death, the temple dedicated to Hades washed my soul between cups bitter coffee.

The house above all, it was still a grave a mood appendix dedicated to storing lingerie with traces of semen.

The house was always my grave where should I have kept just to be pure underground.

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Muthu Rajasekaran Writer. Poet - Singapore

End of The Day..

The wind has blow to your ears but It should flow to your ears..

The river has the way to flow but that river always wishing you on that way The lyrics can be sing by others but that words can reached to you with tears The rains can be fall from sky but You can touch that feet The sky can be open their eyes but you are the one can see that their eyes The waves try touch the sands but You are the one can fly on that waves The human can be lives in that earth but The humanity will be lives on your hands The love can be happens one day but That love is to live on your hands The lips can be smile but your heart should be open too This world will be destroy one day but you that one end on that day..

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Dr Sc Dragan Jovanov Faculty of agriculture sciences and food - Macedonia

Methodology of Science Subject, functions and significance of the methodology of scientific research Scientific work is a systematic and logical study that is subject to a complex methodology composed of a multitude of principles and methods, all with the aim of seeking and discovering facts and truths about given questions, phenomena and processes. Each science in its scientific research applies certain procedures, methods. Therefore, anyone who wants to do science and be successful in their scientific work will need to be well acquainted with the methodology of scientific work, while respecting the methods and rules used in the field of his scientific interest.

Methodology has developed significantly in the last few decades as a separate scientific discipline. Namely, the methodology is a way - a method that uses certain means and ways with the help of which scientists come to certain knowledge. The subject of the methodology includes many principles of general logic the science of rules and ways of correct

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thinking. The subject and function of the methodology is closely related to the theory of scientific knowledge. However, the methodology does not only study the ways and means of solving certain problems, but it is also oriented towards the study of problems related to the acquisition of new knowledge in order to increase the quality of the scientific system. In the subject of every science, and hence the methodology itself can not exist if it does not have the following basic characteristics of scientific knowledge: objectivity, certainty. Methodology = science of scientific research methods. verifiability, accuracy, systematicity, composition, completeness.

Objectivity implies the absence of bias, truthfulness, neutrality, justice, active attitude of the scientist, discipline in research, indifference. Reliability implies perseverance and commitment to work to achieve goals. Verifiability and reliability means consistency and argumentation towards the research. Accuracy means the effort of the researcher to be correct and persistent at all stages of the research process. Sys Nov 2021 - 105

Methodology of Science tematics means the organization of the researcher throughout the research process. Composition implies continuous application of scientific methods in the scientific process, while actively adhering to the subject, purpose and structure of the research. Overallity or generalization implies a tendency in the research process to reveal certain phenomena and relationships that are in favor of scientific knowledge and applicability. Most scientific research is subject to the subjective opinions and assumptions of a number of scientists.

Objectivity has always been eroded by the subjective opinions and assumptions of a scientist who represents the so-called absolute skepticism, ie absolute doubt in everything and everything, ie in every scientific knowledge. However, in science it is allowed and the so-called methodical skepticism. Methodical skepticism basically means criticism of every piece of information in science, of every move of science, etc., and that is in fact one of the important features of the scientific way of thinking.

If this skepticism is understood in this way as doubt until the reasons for doubt are ruled out, then we can freely say that methodical skepticism is even desirable in science. In any case, the methodology of the special sciences must not be equated with logic, nor must it be limited to the logical scope of scientific knowledge, ie scientific research. The methodology must be researched and dealt with the research technique. The methodology also performs a certain heuristic or cognitive function, ie it predicts the directions in the research where currently the greatest results can be achieved in 18 certain areas.

In methodology, logistical knowledge is the foundation, but in addition to them, there

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are a number of technical and heuristic problems. In general, in scientific work there are three basic groups of problems: logical, technical and scientific strategic.

Logical problems are the formulation of scientific concepts, hypothesis, analysis.

Technical problems are all the means that serve for the collection of scientific material and research, use of instruments, arrangement and processing of data. Strategic problems are the system, the conclusions that are aimed at solving certain problems in order to find new scientific truths and knowledge. In every work, even in scientific research, the subjects themselves build their own method of work, but first it is necessary to use the methods developed and used by other scientists.

Hence the essential importance of the methodology, because without knowing it there is no scientific research and development of scientific knowledge. 2. Concept and classification of scientific methods The methodology of scientific research can be classified into two groups: general and special methodology. General methodology studies and presents the general processes, methods and techniques used in research. Meanwhile, the special methodology of scientific research studies and presents the specific knowledge, methods and techniques that are applied in certain scientific areas, fields, disciplines and areas. The term method means a method, model, order, scheme, procedure, thought procedure, or sublimated, scientific method is a set of different procedures used by science to research, discover, and publish research results.

Different approaches to the classification of scientific methods are found in the literature. The following review presents some important classifications of methods.

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Academician Dr Sc Dragan Jovanov

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Sherzod Artikov Writer - Uzbekistan

Rakhmaninov’s Sonata Nilufar was overjoyed. Finally, sitting in front of the piano she was able to play the sonata of her favourite composer without a score and without making a mistake anywhere. This situation was extremely exciting news for her. Because she had not been able to do it for weeks, and no matter how hard she tried, her efforts were in vain. In the end, her relentless and hard work paid off, lo and behold.

Now she can easily perform Rakhmaninov’s famous “re-minor” sonata in a long-waited first concert program without a score. According to this sonata, she no longer needs a score. Thinking of this, she was extremely happy and excited. Sometimes she would go to her red piano, sometimes she would stare at the picture of composers hanging on the walls of the room and she would walk back and forth.

She even wanted to dance on tiptoe like a ballerina. But she was ashamed and changed her mind. If her twins had been there, no doubt she would have embraced them, kissed their faces, and shared her joy with them. Unfortunately, they are in a

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football boarding school. They arrive on the weekend. She regretted it. She wanted to share her joy with someone while she was preparing dinner. She could not contain it.

That’s probably why she often glanced at the black telephone set on the shelf in the hallway. After a while she came to the phone. She picked up it and dialed the required numbers. Then the connection was restored and a familiar voice was heard from the receiver.

“I’m in a meeting.”

“Are you coming home early today? “ she said, overjoy, not caring that her husband is at the meeting.

“What's up? “ her husband asked in surprise.

“Everything is good,” she continued, trying to calm him dawn. “ If you come, I will tell you. A wonderful event happened.”

“Okay, I will go.”

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Rakhmaninov’s Sonata Her husband’s voice stopped ringing.

She assumed the connection was lost.

Although she was a little upset by that situation and put the phone back on in frustration, she remembered her success again and was in a good mood. She smiled contentedly as she looked in the hanging mirror in the hallway.

Nothing and no one could hurt her at the moment. Because she had achieved a huge success for herself. To that day, she could only perform Beethoven’s sonata dedicated to Eliza, Brahms’waltzes, and two or three of Chopin’s small nocturnes without score. But they were short musical compositions that any amateur pianist could perform. They did not require extra training or talent. Pakhmaninov’s sonata, on the other hand, was longer in length and more complex in structure, and if the attention to these two elements was neglected, it would confuse the performer and force her to make a mistake. Even when performed with a score.

“What’s the matter?” her husband said.

He had fulfilled his promise and returned early from work. Nilufar saw him and applauded with joy. She imagined that on the day of the concert she would come in the same way - beautifully dressed and with a bouquet in her hands. And she was overjoyed to think that this dream would soon come true. With such thoughts, she gently took her husband's hand and walked towards the room where the piano was standing. She entered the room and pushed the brown chair there close to the piano. She asked her husband to sit on it.

Her husband, who didn't understand anything, sat helplessly in the chair. She stopped in front of the piano.

“I will play Pakhmaninov's "re-minor" sonata without score,” she said, sitting in a chair. “Listen carefully!”

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She pointed her index finger at her husband like a child, her cheeks flushed with excitement. Then she put her finger in front of her nose and jokingly said "tss" to her husband. Then she began to play the sonata without a score. The mystery of music, which for centuries has shaken the human heart, comforted her and made her happy, embodied her pure love and painful hatred, spread quietly throughout the room with the help of the piano. This time the melody embodied the memories of the past in the human heart. The sonata always reminded her of her childhood.

When she was a student at the conservatory, when she was included in her personal program in various competitions, whenever and wherever she performed, she remembered her childhood. It was the same a while ago and yesterday. It is the same now. She would move her long and slender fingers over the black and white keys and play it flat. And sweet memories of a distant carefree and happy childhood came to mind one after another. Wrapping a white handkerchief around her mother's forehead and baking hot bread in the oven, her heart sank for a moment as a prelude to memories. As a child, her mother always baked bread in the oven on Sundays. She was carrying a basket that was bigger than she was, and she couldn't move anywhere near it. After the loaves were toasted and swelled, her mother would cut them up and throw them in the basket. And she would spread them out to make the bread cool faster. In the meantime, she would put the dwarf's milk-soaked poignants in the pocket of her jacket, both warmly and secretly. After that, she would suffocate the poignants in the water of the stream flowing through the streets and enjoy eating the cakes leaning on the apricot Nov 2021 - 109

Rakhmaninov’s Sonata tree. When the sonata reached halfway, the memory of her childhood came to life even more vividly. Lo and behold, she is tapping on the rotten wire in the street and returning the numbers. She's small, like a squirrel. Her hair is blonde. Even then, everyone called her "blonde". She was counting numbers non-stop, and her comrades were hiding in different places at this time. After a while, she was looking for them everywhere. "Berkinmachoq,"* she sighed, her hands, which were constantly moving on the keys, suddenly weaken.

On summer days, she would not come from the street, ignoring the cherries hung by her father on her ears, and waving her hair, which was braided like willow twigs by her mother. She was much more playful. If it snows in the winter, it would be a holiday for her. She would make a Father Christmas with the kids in the middle of the street or play snowballs with endless fun. Until evening, she would lead the sledge her father had brought.

Not long after, she went to an uncle's pot, which he was selling nisholda* at the beginning of the street. As a child, during the months of Ramadan, that uncle would always fill her cup with nisholda . By the time she got home, she was licking the top of the nisholda with her finger. She would have a dirty doll in her arms and shoes with water on her feet. “It would have been so sweet the nisholda,” she said casually. Then she recalled the days when she would go into every house with the children on the streets on the evenings of the holy month and sing the song of Ramadan.

We have come to your home saying Ramadan, May God give you a son in your cradle...

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They would sing that song. Here, she remembered. The song was long. Unfortunately, she only remembers the beginning.

That's how it would start. They would say it together with the children. Boys and girls sang Ramadan songs in unison, spreading a long table -cloth in their hands. On the doorstep of every home... Screaming...

Neighbors sometimes gave money, sometimes sweets, fruits, and the table-cloth was soon filled with what they had given.

Then, sitting on a rock at the beginning of the street, the children would evenly distribute the items gathered at it. She often got apple and chocolate chip cookies. The coins were taken by boys.

Tears welled up in her eyes as the sonata was ending. She realized that she was a child left behind and that she missed her dead parents so much. It hasn’t been long since her parents died. In fact, what taught her to memorize the sonata was not her ability, but her childhood nostalgia. She thought so. She had been performing this sonata a lot lately and with passion because she missed her childhood. This was also the reason why she decided to give a concert as a freelance artist. Probably, Sergei Rakhmaninov also missed his childhood in the United States during his years in exile. This is why he has performed this sonata many times on tours in American cities and has received applause. He deserved recognition. She looked at her husband questioningly after playing the sonata. There was a question in her eyes.

The question was not "Did I perform well ?!" but the question was "Did you remember your childhood, too?". She also wanted to tell him about her first concert next week at the city’s House of Culture. Her husband was ignoring her. There was no interest in his eyes. Either the sonata reminded him of Nov 2021 - 110

Rakhmaninov’s Sonata his memories, or his head was occupied with anxious thoughts. “ I play the sonata without a score,” she said with an open face because her husband didn't speak. “ I wanted to tell you that. I also wanted to say that next week will be my first concert. In the House of Culture. “ Hearing her words, her husband stood up like a man in dispair . He came to her, scratching his forehead and loosening his tie.

"I hate that habit," he said, pressing the piano keys once or twice as if for amusement. “You always bother me for trivial things. Here it is today. Because of this work, I will not be able to attend the presentation of our new product tonight. I'm missing such an event, unfortunately.!”

Nilufar sighed and bit her lips hard. She whispered as “I wish they were bleeding”, she didn't want to let go of her lips between her teeth. Then she laughed sarcastically in her head and closed the piano indifferently. Her hands and bloodshot lips trembled. Her husband shook his head when he saw that she was silent and walked towards the door.

"I'll iron it until you're done eating," she said in a broken voice.

So she closed her ears tightly. With that she tried not to hear the sounds ringing in her ears. But it was useless. The happy, spotless, and carefree voices of herself and the children, which had remained under her ear as a child, did not go away.

We have come to your home saying Ramadan, May God give you a son in your cradle...

Definition: *Berkinmachoq - is a game that children hide and a child has to look for them. *Nisholda- is a sweet that made in the month of Ramadan 2020, Jule Sherzod Artikov Translated into English

by Nigora Mukhammad

"By the way," he said walked out the door. “I have to go in the morning. There will be a wedding at our general manager’s house. So iron my gray suit. It has been on the shelf for a long time without being worn. It may be wrinkled.”

Involuntarily, Nilufar looked at her husband sadly. There was no trace of the joy that filled her heart. She did not want to get up, she could not move them at all, as if a stone were tied to her legs.

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Abdumominov Abdulloh Writer - Uzbekistan

Thieves of time (Story) I'm close friend and become dear with my neighbor Abdullah.

One day we couldn't find any fun with him. However, we had no goal. We didn't know what to do.When we were making something piece of wood, my father suddenly woke up. His eyes are still half open, said: - Hey, thieves of time! Are you wasting your time? - he said. I didn't understand the meaning of my father's "time thieves" at all. I wanted to ask, he fell asleep. My friend Abdullah also said, -"Are we thieves?" When daylight came, he went into his house. I also fell asleep from exhaustion. But I remember that I was late for school, I quickly washed my face and drank tea in a hurry. So I do not remember what I ate and drank in a hurry.

I thought I would be late for school, but class had not yet begun. As soon as I arrived, the teacher came in. All greeted the teacher with respect - My dear students! I was overjoyed to see you. My joy is boundless. Just as our teacher was explaining the subject to us, one of my classmates came in and said, "Teacher, I'm sorry I'm late today." Doniyor, don't be late anymore. - This time I forgave you, but next time I will punish you.

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Dear students, you must build a New Uzbekistan, and at the same time justify the trust of your parents, ready to give their lives for you. If you become famous, I will be proud to say that I taught this student on the street, - said her. These words of my teacher had a special effect on me and increased my self-confidence. At this time, various whispers began in the classroom.

"Will you come to my birthday tomorrow?"

I heard also that word . It was clear that our teacher had heard these words. "Time thieves," said the teacher. The teacher's sharp gaze to the students was marked by regret. "Thieves of time". I heard this word from my father while playing with my friend. That's why I was not surprised to hear this word.

My classmates were stunned. Doniyor, trembled with fear, just as Abdullah, my friend, had committed a crime. Doniyor, why are you trembling? said the teacher at that moment. You called us thieves, didn't you? After all, aren't those who steal punished? Time thieves are punished by time itself. By doing so, you are hurting yourself. Teacher, I do not understand the meaning of this sentence at all, but tell us about the theft of time. Usually, those steal are punished.

Time thieves are no exception. True, the thief of time is not punished. He is not even accountable before the law. But wasting your time now is tantamount to stealing your time, your future. If you spend all your time in science, you will save time and become amature person in the future.

Ohh, my friend Abdullah and I are the thieves of our future. Doniyor thought.

These words of the teacher inspired Doniyor. At that moment, Doniyor realized what a "time thief" was. He even came to our house in a hurry: Anvar, have you come?

Starting today, I understand the value of time, can I say ?! Yes, Abdullah, you understand, now we do not steal our time, we just follow the path of knowledge. In the future, we will be among the mature people mentioned by my teacher. I agree with you. Don't waste your time! I will always remember that it is a trophy!

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Tina Adamou Fika Writer. Poet - Greece

The Mission of Education according to Plato and Confucius The importance of education as a prerequisite for the safekeeping of unity and justice in a state is underlined by Plato in the Republic, the Statesman and the Laws.

In the Statesman, Plato mentions that through education citizens are molded within the ideas of good, justice and beauty and hence, they learn to cooperate harmoniously for the common good1.

In the Laws, the importance of education for the molding of rightful, just and virtuous citizens is praised. According to Plato, the only real education is the one that has led citizens to virtue since childhood and has taught them to govern and to be governed following the law2.

For Plato, education is compulsory and is intended for all citizens without exception3, because when the goods of education are reserved only for a few individuals, there is no substantial benefit for the state; whereas, on the contrary, the benefit for

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the state is great when all citizens are educated4. There is of course some kind of superior education which is offered only to certain people5; obviously, to those that are extremely zealous and are going to undertake state positions.

Specified in all its details, the educational curriculum is common for both men and women. The men get not only the same academic and professional training as women do but the same military one, as well. This declaration of gender equality and the provision of equal educational opportunities for both sexes is one of the most remarkable characteristics of the educational system that Plato puts forward. The selection of suitable educational means is always made taking into account its moral and spiritual contribution to the youngsters’ education. Thus, at first education involves gymnastics for the body and music for the soul.

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The Mission of Education according to Plato and Confucius Gymnastics, in other words athleticism, is beneficial for young people’s education as it contributes not only to the strength and the health of their body but to the development of their willpower and fortitude.

Plato clarifies that it is not the sound body that by its excellence makes the soul good but on the contrary, it’s the good soul which by its virtue renders the body as good as possible1. The other constant value of education is music. For Plato, music is a significant educational means, because it contributes to the moral education of youth2.

The contribution of music to the cultivation of virtue is highlighted not only in the Republic3 but also in the Laws4. In the latter, the positive or/and negative influence that music may have on the human character and ethics depending on its use is stressed as well as the consequences of its excessive use or complete lack . Whoever is brought up exclusively with music is in danger of becoming softy and weak-willed, whereas whoever does not get any musical education at all is in danger of becoming cruel and savage. Thus, gymnastics and music should be combined harmoniously for the molding of the human soul.

The main pedagogical process continues with arithmetic, geometry, astronomy, harmony and culminates in dialectic1. The study of these fields aims at revealing their interconnections. Nevertheless, above all is dialectic. Only through dialectic are humans able to reach the Good2 (the idea of the good, the Agathon) and only those that are aware of the Good and devote themselves to it will be capable of undertaking the governance of the state3.

Plato introduces an educational system of different levels and tests respectively in order to detect the most worthy

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and competent individuals. Hence, at the age of twenty the young men who stand out are chosen depending on their eagerness to work, study and face dangers. The next stage lasts 10 years, in which they should learn to distinguish how sciences are interconnected and how they are connected with the nature of the true being. At the age of thirty, among those that stand out for their constancy in studies, warfare and other obligations, the ones that are capable of elevating themselves to the being itself without using their senses should be chosen. The chosen ones should practice in dialectic for the following five years. Those that qualify once more will be introduced to the last stage of practical education and testing for fifteen years.

Then at the age of fifty, those that pass this stage successfully, are ready to be in charge of the governance of the state and to become aware of the Good itself and according to it, to rule their life and the life of the state.

The crucial role of education in the molding and cultivation of citizens and politicians was emphasized by Confucius as well in the 6th century BC in the East: “There are only the wise of the highest class, and the stupid of the lowest class, who cannot be changed” 1. He was the one to dedicate his life to the acquisition of knowledge2 and the transmission of it to his students. Actually Confucius was the first one in China who rendered the goods of education accessible to ordinary people3. Before Confucius education was a privilege of just a few noblemen. It was with Confucius that everyone started acquiring equal rights in education4 and their right to it was constrained only by their zeal for learning.

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The Mission of Education according to Plato and Confucius Although Confucius was involved mainly in the education of the future rulers, he believed that it was notably significant that all citizens get some basic education and learn to cooperate with each other for the common good. The most competent and virtuous among them were chosen to pursue their studies and undertake governmental positions.

Thus, with Confucius a new class is established, that of the scholars (shih) 1.

The mission of the members of this class was to assume governmental offices after being educated appropriately for this cause: “The student, having completed his learning, should apply himself to be an officer”2. The primary, of course, role of education is the moral edification of humans, meaning the cultivation of virtues such as honesty, good faith, justice, politeness etc.

Similar are Confucius’ views on the power of music to urge humans towards good or evil. For Confucius music along with Ritual Propriety (li) 3 constitute important elements of the education of citizens. Music brings harmony and Ritual Propriety order. For the individual music harmonizes knowledge, feelings and will

and in this way, comes inner tranquility, while Rituals ensure the appropriate behavior in all circumstances. At social level, music brings peace and tranquility within society, because all humans learn to live and cooperate with one another harmoniously; while with Rites comes order upon chaos as everyone learns to obey laws and institutions.

In conclusion, according to Plato as well as Confucius the mission of education has two reference levels, which are, nevertheless, interdependent; the one is personal and the other one political. In other words, along with the importance of education on one’s personal growth, its role in the state is also emphasized; i.e. how knowledge is transformed into action, how theory leads to practice, how each individual’s moral or spiritual abilities, which develop through education, unfold within society. Thus, the goal of education is to ensure that that there are active and conscious citizens that will contribute to the common good.

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Dr. B. M. Uwais Founder / CEO - TBC International environment - Srilanka

TBC International - Journey TBC International Environment, Founder/President, Amb. Dr. B.M. Uwais, Now He is in the Age of 48 years, but he starts his earlier age in 20 years approx he started is journey with pleasant Nature.

When he saw a beautiful green tree he stubborn and stay under the tree keeps looking its nature present on its full view and imagine pretty flower were blooming it is. Already his birth is an artist, he draws so much of living beautiful things but his imagining and maximum outcome is natural greeneries and he loves his favorite color also green.

On that time of journey no one helps his planning for nature protection. He started doing spontaneous initiative activities like Fruits, vegetables, breeding, avenue trees planting and seeds collection and cultivation on natural herbs and medicated plants breeding such things so. If anyone cut the trees are plants he felt sad.

Some time he started crying for cutting down the trees. He did some fight and arguments on the street side trees cutting down while ground cable fixing.

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But its early age to till now he doesn’t cut any leaves, Flowers, small fruits on the street side plants its really amazing he thinks on earlier, once a person on the fun loving mood some common things doing this activity like plucking Flowers, Leaves throwing but he his pity wise so he thinks the breeding of the plants instead of flowers with the sitting and transport motion of the flies, insects are produce pollination with tiny birds, animals like monkey and its eatable digestive things get manure can make a new breeds of the plants and the mutation its simply clever ideology to save nature without any artificial disturbances.

On his way he loves nature with the shelter of all animals’ birds’ insects’ flies etc. so he started caring the motherhood to all relates with trees and plants. Then he decides to its journey to take him the way to connect all nature lovers instead of one roof that is the organization for TBC International Environment. He connects all Green Panthers but someone has live with artificial breath respiration out of nature, Nov 2021 - 116

TBC International - Journey staying in concrete multi storied house, without natural atmosphere whole life depends with artificial lifestyle they also know the benefits of nature then how?

That is the way TBC-TO Be Change for natural life style like forest we don’t go to live in forest but we create at least one virtue to seed on their own nursery in our own living space whether it’s a multi storied apartments we breed potted plants in Balcony or roof garden set up etc. that’s the way we did We feel the love of nature, we feel our real nature, always free natural fresh breezy atmosphere, and also we feel real living creatures and it’s amazing sounds etc.

By birth he is an ordinary family no one cares, a person too. 20 years of age he started his service with Nature and social no one his recognize in the age of 40 years.

All time he expects any one will recognized for his services or encourage any form of certification and that time he feels fails but he never loss hope and keep on work with related activity in the age of 40 years he had the glad by the government of sri lanka and one of the private NGO Jointly Present the award of his selfless service named “Sirama poosana Seva Rathna” on this time he is very much proud. And the first recognition on his Half of life span. After that he has getting so much of Rewards and recognition On India He Gets Bharath Rathna DR.MGR Award and American University Given “Kalanithi” Award this award Presented by the Great Tamil Leader from Jafna. These are the Recognitions are developing his future shaping his vision and victory is Build Nature to the Next generation.

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TBC started the Recognition of celebration on any one seed the plant with own nursery to give immediate appreciation on its social media face book page given the greeting of recognition along with their photograph. That is the fantastic one, when one who is recognized by the activity doing? Such things it’s multiplied by several the same ways he keeps on recognize people all around the world more or less 25 country peoples are connected now as a member of TBC family.

It’s a biggest victory ever. No one imagined that much confidence given by nature it’s unbeatable and unforgettable; it’s given more energy to travel with huge number of nature lovers. All lovers are ready to start a Journey of Natural world, we also joins together to fly on the earth with Natural Front that is TBC International environment front. These much people following and support of our TBC Social Media Promotions and articles attracts all over the world so moving towards the next step of it. So he started recognition to our kids.

Why he choose a younger generation? now a day’s kids are advanced in thinking, technically skilled, going towards networking ideology, it will be spoiled our nature and dependents of nature so they don’t know the ancient living style and depends with nature living life gives so much of courage, knowledge and strength for example the ancient architectures are never known any engineering and special education but it’s not any negative impacts for nature but save nature and till now in strong and stylish icon of modern architecture gets guilt. So they are all living

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TBC International - Journey healthy happy in full of life span with the need of artificial medicine and food. They all live 100 more years with largest amount of kids by birth in one family. All are treat nature is a god. In present scenery life style is entirely difference in ancient nature living life style. Artificial thinking of human beings luxury life can destroy our nature.

Person who wants to travel by road it’s not a problem but he develops the roads to destroy the forest and hills are the deeply given negative absorbs of nature. While cutting down the trees, we lost the rain flows by the earth lots of emission by transport vehicles to impure atmospheric air. Ozone also damaged, atmospheric temperature raised and its related disease are developed everywhere, Even Agricultural also Artificial fertilizers to deviating our soil, so doesn’t have quality and healthy food in our ground once we lost our nature we lost our peace. So save our nature, protect Nature from child hood.

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Because today’s kids are next generation stars, Role model Icons, everlasting personalities. So guide the kids to live along with nature, love nature, save nature, protect nature, promote nature, stop violence against nature, get healthy natural food habits, always get connect with nature in the way to develop ever green world with full of natural living life of Next generation on his major victory so keep continuing with his success full journey now on the whole largest team support all around the world that is also a victory for love nature so nature proves definitely its took us forward don’t worry about recognitions keep on serve to selfless one day one Big day Will celebrate you as a Wise. That day you are the Roll of Icon ever imagined success on your feet took forward to changes made by our nature Protected.

Thanks with Warm Regards Sundarapriya M P International Director of Operations TBC International Environment

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Clara Sánchez Pérez Writer and poet - San José Costa Rica

GRAY

TOMORROW The old haggard morning bleeds spider flaming basins, disheveled the girl with the death iris falling into a river of infernal bow. It strikes my frosted red glow slipping slowly like jelly. Morphea when I blink ... the liquid crawls my black sigh and wants to drown me, blaspheming the cloudy void in my senses, outlining the face in me disturbed, where the sun flooded suicidal my day.

"NECROPHAGA" One by one the silence murdered, the glass of my imperturbable gaze teased.

Jelly-like memories removed butterflies from my feminine guts of hope.

The icy air howled, dragging the hectic verse, the burial of pain filmed black crows that slept on the damaged ceiling.

The ghoul mourning blob wails and erupts in its vortex of evil.

It stains and stretches the mortuary kisses of my feminine light, it undoubtedly chews my fraction of life, a time bomb without crepe but taciturn lies on my chest moans in the foggy window catapulting my erratic gaze ...

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Cynthia Ogbenyealu Echeme TV Presenter / Producer - Nigeria

Short Story NOT MY FAULT - Synopsis Elizabeth Ottah-Ottah falls amongst the millions with great expectations of life; and equally one of those who deem the acquisition of educational knowledge the highest desirable goal or standard with which ticket the sky becomes the beginning for any child, especially the girl-child. She therefore loves the dignifying and sophisticated English sound articulation of Newscasters – a passion developed from childhood – and aspires to become one. This great feat, Elizabeth sets out to attain with all her might by reading Mass Communication in the University of Lagos, Nigeria. Unfortunately, this long nurtured vision of becoming a newscaster comes crashing, to her utmost disappointment, as she gradually discovers that she cannot cope with her academic load. Her brain’s constant refusal to assimilate the data from her lec

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tures leaves Elizabeth a shattered and disillusioned entity. Her parents remain in the dark about the disheartening development until she finally resolves to confront and unmask her fears: that, academics may not be for her. In a frenzy of despair, she plunges into the deep of her inner-self to uncover a priceless deposit by Mother Nature long awaiting her discovery – love for the fashion world. The historic magic of problem-sharing finally pays off, after revealing her ordeal to her parents who, to her surprise, are understanding and more supportive beyond her wildest expectations.

On the wings of parental support, Elizabeth enrolls in a fashion institute where she aspires to imbue sophistication into the fashions of the highly educated, and dropouts like her.

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Short Story NOT MY FAULT - Chapter 1 If wishes were horses, beggars would ride; as if education were fruits, Elizabeth would pluck. Some slices of truth indeed.

It’s more truth that, people live and modulate in different mental frequencies and worlds, that is, such as they have perfectly imagined and fashioned to sooth their philosophically myopic or broadminded worldviews. Elizabeth Ottah-Ottah is a good example but an African breed. She is one of those, who have long borne the appetite, like many others, for a serving of the Western tongue with its flamboyancy. Hers, though, is with innocent and decent dispositions.

Elizabeth gets the nickname, “homebrew”, by neighbours and friends for her repeated errands on domestic chores, humbly filling the vacuum for her bank-manager mother; she also earns the love and admiration of same. Friends have already begun to classify Mrs. Kalaria Ottah-Ottah as “very lucky” for having so smart an Elizabeth daughter with ears to the ground on kitchen matters, than the rather clumsy, ‘ajebota’ type who knows not her right from her left domestically.

Kalaria Ottah-Ottah’s banking job leaves her with less time for all those, thus bothering less when Elizabeth is at home; all kudos to young Ottah-Ottah’s mannerly overtures admirably conspicuous as the day. When not in school, Elizabeth’s legs are busily pedaling her bicycles – her eighteenth birthday gift from her father – to and from domestic errands. The days her father, Mr. Ottah-Ottah, would eat his favourite, moi-moi bean-pudding, Elizabeth would not spare her braided hair from carrying the medium-sized bowlful of peeled beans to the nearby mill than bicycle it down, strapped to the pink ride.

Although the generous hands of Nature granted her beauty, Elizabeth remains humble, down-to-earth, not puffed up with ego.

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Instead, she abhors the peacock pride of those she calls “empty tins” while endorsing same of those she tags “full tins”. For her, only education exonerates the girl child of all possible blames; its lack automatically makes them vulnerable. Her slogan therefore is, “do inyanga or puff up with ego, pride if you’ve something in that brain; then pipe low if you’ve nothing but a komkom empty-tin.” Her mentality that only the educated-andbrainy should be licensed to ego and pride, for being in possession of man’s worthiest treasure – education, Elizabeth unconsciously sets a standard for herself and peers. In her value system, it’s education as the highest standard on which bedrock the highest heights are attained or nothing. With this forming her guiding principle, Miss Ottah-Ottah sets out to acquire education, with an admirable, Mary-Slessorian strong will.

Having developed an astounding passion for the spoken form of the English language, Elizabeth becomes a devoted CNN, NTA News audience; especially at an age when children her age are repulsed by such non-entertainment, programmes or dismissed all television news programmes as exclusively adult affairs. Therefore, at the age of ten, listening to the sophisticated articulation of the English language sounds by TV Newscasters spurred her on.

Climbing the teenage ladder, it metamorphoses into a passion. Now, the zeal to speak impeccable English nurtures into a vision. A burning vision to be sought and achieved through a no mean means of a university education. This throbbing aspiration soon makes her a Mass Communication student of the University of Lagos, Nigeria. By this achievement, Elizabeth’s joy knows no bounds; likewise her parents.

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Short Story NOT MY FAULT - Chapter 1 village meetings, and an additional feather to their cap. This sweetened their hearts like real honey. Although aspiring for the news-casting career herself, Elizabeth’s parents envision raising her as a career academic in any discipline of her choice.

Despite the divergent child and parental visions, her parents will not make an issue out of this because, to them, Elizabeth’s genuine enthusiasm and commitment to academics transcends all. Additionally gladdening their heart is the fact that Elizabeth has no J-delinquency record, a virus highly prevalent with computer-age peers like her. With the latter alone, the Ottah-Ottah couple asks for nothing more.

However, Elizabeth’s parents soon lose track of Elizabeth’s actual emotional state, without realizing it. What may have blurred that parental foresight expediently employed in the raising of a budding academic girl-child? Are they consumed by their anxiety for an only child’s success that, not even her scheduled and impromptu visits

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home are able to reveal the sulking, mentally drifting, and academically frigid entity Elizabeth recently is? For soon, her stay in school slowly drifts to a stage-managed craft merely deployed to uphold a mama-and-papa’s confidence and dreams.

That her parents have invested a generous amount of confidence in Elizabeth is crystal-clear, but that same stand the chances of a heartbreak should there be a twist to the contrary, is crystal-clearer. Pathetically, Miss Ottah-Ottah sadly begins to see the academic trophy for which she strives as mere mirage. Thus, she queries the sufficiency of the prerequisites of vision and hard work. Are they really enough or is there something else missing? Having established a vision, I water it with hard work but it refuses to germinate. What is wrong? She wonders. This rather too sensitive problem of not-sure- I-can-handle-education is a mess too sticky for her to clean up.

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Inga Kharchilava Educator - Georgia

Georgian Traditions “Hello, I am Inga Kharchilava from Georgia. I am the college teacher of Geography and the basics of entrepreneurship. I am also the trainer of Junior Achievement Georgia Software Ambassador-Leader of the Global Trainers Academy from Georgia and Director of GTA-Management. I am always trying to be a worthy ambassador of my country”.I am also the host of one of the famous programs "Share Your Success Story" I have had successful speakers from different countries of the world who share their success story all over the world.I’m International Advisor and International Co-ordinator for Positive Thoughts Consulting & Training Solutions.Olso TBC president of Georgia

Nowadays Georgians still cherish such customs. That is why we celebrate different traditions. There are traditions that were created a long time ago by people who had knowledge about God, man and the world.

Such traditions should not change in time and environment.

Georgia is a country with an ancient civilization. In order to prove its national identity, the Georgian nation has developed a number of customs, among which the tradition of hospitality stands out.

Traditions not only beautify human life, but also contribute to a better understanding of historical information. Each nation has a different tradition from its own and others, but the Georgian tradition

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The world is evolving. People are trying to conquer the peaks and try to contribute to the process of world civilization. The modern global world is unimaginable without technological progress and innovation.

Time passes and points of view, worldviews and interests change, however the traditions of this or that country stand the test of time.

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Georgian Traditions is distinguished by its antiquity and originality. During the long historical development, the Georgian people have developed their own way of life. They created rich traditions, morals, customs, holidays and passed them down from generation to generation for action. Traditions have changed over time. Nevertheless, the Georgian nation was able to survive them.

The world knows Georgia as one of the most hospitable countries. Georgian supra and wine traditions are very relevant to us.

Here are the dishes that are prepared only

by Georgians. For example, khinkali, Adjarian khachapuri or churchkhela, which are important achievements of the Georgian table. The structure of the table is a harmonious blend of delicious food, wine, toasts and dance / music. Georgians are also sharply distinguished by the culture of toasts. In this regard, there is a saying "Georgian supra - a kind of academy…" As for wine, the culture of winemaking is very widespread in Georgia. "Nowhere they drink such a lot and such fragrant wine as in Georgia…” wrote the 17th-century French traveler Chardin about Georgia.

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1. Head of the supra Food and dishes are the most important part of Georgian traditions, as well as "supra" and "toastmaster of the supra" the leader of the Georgian table. He is usually called tamada and he is responsible for making traditional toasts, following the rules of drinking, the order of the table.

Each toast is interpreted by the members of the table and none of them should drink wine without a toast.

However, it is noteworthy that in ancient times only three toasts were heard on the table. First they praised the Lord, then the King and the Queen, and finally the heroes who died in wars. (Ak. Tsereteli, "Tornike Eristavi") 2. The Two New Years The arrival of the New Year is one of the most important holidays in Georgia. Georgians celebrate the two new years. New Year on January 1, and the so-called "Old New Year" – on January 14. January 2 is "the day of fate". This tradition has been around for centuries in Georgia. In ancient times it was thought that as they met this day, they would spend the whole year like that. This tradition continues today, according to which you should always meet misfortune with a cheerful mood.

3. Christmas in January As in many other orthodox countries, Georgians celebrate Christmas on January 7, which is equivalent to December 25 in the Gregorian calendar. Christmas is celebrated by Alilo and many people dressed in special costumes take part in the procession and collect groceries and clothes which are then distributed to the homeless.

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Georgian Traditions 4. New Wine Festival This tradition is relatively new. The New Wine Festival has been held in Tbilisi for only 8 years, but it already has many guests and is quite popular. Wine is considered an integral part of Georgian history and culture.

5. Wrestling Khridoli is a Georgian historical martial art that became popular after Georgia gained independence from the Soviet Union in 1991. It combines a variety of wrestling styles.

6. "Tbilisoba" “Tbilisoba” - an annual autumn holiday in the city of Tbilisi. It was first celebrated on October 28, 1979. After a pause in the early 1990s, the holiday resumed in 1995 and has since become an annual tradition.

In 2011, Tbilisoba was once celebrated on October 7, 8 and 9.

Traditionally, the holiday is held on the last (or penultimate) weekend of October and lasts for two days. Within the framework of the festival, various cultural events, sports competitions, folk art concerts and exhibition-sales of Georgian and ethnic minorities, agricultural fairs are organized. The epicenter of the events is Old Tbilisi - the historical part of the capital. On the same day, prominent people working in various fields are awarded the title of honorary citizen of Tbilisi.

7.Svaneti is one of the most beautiful and ancient corners of Georgia, with hosts famous for their hospitality and hard work.

The Svans are peculiar and proud people.

The Greek historian Herodotus writes of them: "The Svans are almost the best in

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terms of courage and strength: they own everything around them and conquer the peaks of the Caucasus." Indigenous traditions and religious customs are still preserved in Svaneti.

Lamproba is an early spring holiday in Svaneti. The Svans made "lamps" from crushed branches of birch or oak. The tradition of "Lamproba" is explained in different ways. According to the most common legend, "Lamproba" was held in Svaneti to determine the number of warriors. According to the lighted lamps, it was determined how many potential warriors the Svans could produce if needed. According to another version, the goal of "Lamproba" was to multiply yields, cattle, people and demand good weather. There is a belief that the Svans lit lamps for their deads and believed that they warmed the souls of their dead ancestors. “Lamproba” is a holiday of ancient farming people. The time of its holding depends on the new moon and mostly coincides with the middle of February.

Finally, one of the most important things I can say for sure is that I am proud to be Georgian!

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Hadarean Diana Monica Educator I Writer - Romania

Colaboration With India ‘Harvest I was born into a family of teachers. I was born to be a teacher. My father laid the foundation of the school where I teach today. A great culture man. I promised to continue my father's work, this motivated me all my life.

I think I was meant to educate the children. I tried to bring change in the life of a child and also change the behavior and manner of thinking of the new generation.

I live in a world of uncertainty, but that did not scare me for 31 years to dedicate my time, patience, knowledge to my children.

I am a complex person, dedicated to my profession.

Why am I a teacher? We live in an uncertain country that is still seeking to solve the education system. In a country that is always changing something.... an uncertain change. Why teacher? Because my soul still lives in childhood. A perfect childhood, with teachers dedicated to their profession.

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Today, being a teacher, so with my childhood dream fulfilled, I can understand from the perspective of my own life experience, how important it is to the person who teaches you something and especially, how important it is to try to do this. That is why I strongly believe that a teacher must know how to be pleasant both as a man and as an educator in the class: as a man, by attitude, as an educator, through self-confidence, so by training.

For a very good integration of the concept of lobal citizenship in my classroom, I chose the projects with ASIA countries, named International School Award, British Council: with Pakistan, Bangladesh and India, where I was ISA coordinator.

I like working with schools in India. I had and I have a very good collaboration with Indian Schools. I did projects with so many schools from India.

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Colaboration With India ‘Harvest teachers from the countries of the Asian continent, I want to promote through the books I coordinate everything that is new. I want to make the work of Asian teachers known around the world.

India is popularly known as the land of festivals which is considered as a colorful nation where people celebrate with full vigor and joy. Romania, my country, also.

Festivals have always been the most memorable and favorite part of a traveler’s journey through different countries and continents. Being the colorful nation that India is, the most vibrant harvest festivals of India involve interesting mythological legends and joyous celebrations.

India is a secular country and one of the best examples of ,,Unity in Diversity” in the world. The country is famous for its rich ethnic and cultural diversity. India also celebrates a large number of festivals, many of which have a universal appeal. That is why, personally, I chose to collaborate in projects with this country, because I wanted our students to know the wonderful world of India.

Last year I was working on a project about ,,Harvest Fiesta”, with Indian school, with my dear partner Rohini Seth Tandon.

In this project, students from the primary section from India school and my students studied about the harvest festivals of culturally rich countries namely India and Romania. Our students learned about the concept of harvest through activities, videos and worksheets. Dance, music workshops they were coordinated to teach the students various dance, music

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forms of Indian and Romanian folk dance and songs.

They also learned about Songkran and Chestnut Festival along with Lohri, Bihu and Holi through a series of activities.

One such activity we created an ONLINE FIESTA BOX comprising of picture postcards, paper lanterns, greeting cards, popsicle sticks scarecrow, made by the students which was changed with partner school.

Students participated in this project from India and Romania to identify the similarities and differences by comparing and contrasting the harvest festivals and also develop respect and sensibility towards each other.

In the project we encouraged speaking the English language, Hindi language, Art, Music and Dance.

Indian and Romanian festivals have a specific part. All these countries have a rich culture. We have something to learn from each other.

The project was a success and the collaborations between India and Romania are very important.

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