Kambala Buffalo Race: A Preeminent Traditional Event in Bengaluru
The Kambala buffalo race, a tradition of great importance, is about to make its debut in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Kambala is a regular feature in the winter months, particularly in Karnataka’s coastal districts of Udupi and Dakshina Kannada, following the paddy harvest.
Details of the Kambala Race
The Kambala race is conducted on two parallel tracks filled with mud and water. Each buffalo pair comes with a ‘Kambala runner’ or jockey responsible for controlling and guiding the animals. The winning team earns a chance to compete in higher rounds until a champion emerges. Besides winning, one of the main objectives of the contestants is to splash as much water as possible – a criterion known as ‘kolu’, where winners can be decided based on the amount of water displaced.
In Memory of Justice M. Fathima Beevi
Justice M. Fathima Beevi, the first woman to be appointed as a Judge in the Supreme Court of India, has passed away. She was also the first Muslim woman to occupy a position in the higher judiciary in the country. Widely known for her significant contributions, she served on the National Human Rights Commission before becoming the Governor of Tamil Nadu.
Guru Tegh Bahadur Martyrdom Day – Honoring a Sikh Guru
Every year, on the 24th of November, devotees across the globe observe the Martyrdom Day of Guru Tegh Bahadur. Recognized as the ninth guru in the lineage of Sikh saints, he was born as Tyag Mal in 1621 in Amritsar. His teachings, centered on unity and rejecting divisive practices, have had a profound impact across North India. Despite his extensive travels, even to places as distant as Dhaka and Puri, his commitment to spreading a message of unity and fearlessness never waned. His defiance against the rule of Aurangzeb, which led to his martyrdom on November 24, 1675, symbolizes unwavering resilience and an unwillingness to compromise on principles.
16th World Wushu Championship – A Showcase of Martial Arts
Fort Worth, Texas, USA recently hosted the 16th World Wushu Championships, organized by the United States of America Wushu-Kungfu Federation (USAWKF) with the backing of the International Wushu Federation (IWUF). This martial art form, originated from China, comprises diverse forms and styles and is a stylized, highly disciplined form of combat and self-defense. Indian participants like Roshibina Devi (silver), Kushal Kumar (bronze), and Chavi (bronze) exhibited exceptional skills and tenacity in their individual weight categories.
Last Modified: February 22, 2024