The Indian Army's Eastern Command headquarters, Fort William, was officially renamed Vijay Durg. This decision, made in December 2024, reflects a broader initiative to remove colonial legacies from...
Martyrs' Day is observed annually on January 30. This day commemorates the sacrifices made by martyrs for India's freedom. It also marks the death anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi,...
Sewa Singh Thikriwala, a prominent figure in the struggle for self-rule in Punjab, is commemorated annually from January 18 to January 20. He died in jail on January...
The Kuka Martyrs’ Day is commemorated on January 17 and 18 every year. This day remembers the execution of 66 Namdhari Sikhs, known as Kukas, by British colonial...
Dulla Bhatti is a celebrated figure in Punjabi folklore. His legacy is particularly prominent during the festival of Lohri, which commemorates the warmth of community and the triumph...
Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh passed away on December 26, 2023. The Union Ministry of Home Affairs announced seven days of State mourning. His cremation took place at...