Rathyatra 2025

Here's about Rath Yatra how we feels  :

Today, we gather to celebrate the grand festival of Rath Yatra, a spectacle of devotion, unity, and joy. This ancient tradition, rooted in the rich cultural heritage of Odisha, brings people together in a shared celebration of faith and spirituality.

As we witness the majestic chariots of Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra being pulled through the streets, we are reminded of the power of devotion and the importance of community. The Rath Yatra is more than just a festival; it's a symbol of unity, equality, and the triumph of good over evil.

Let us draw inspiration from the divine journey of Lord Jagannath, who embarks on a sacred journey to visit his devotees, spreading love, peace, and prosperity. May this festival bring us closer to our spiritual selves and foster a sense of brotherhood and harmony among us.

As we participate in this grand celebration, let us remember the values of compassion, kindness, and selflessness that Lord Jagannath embodies. May his divine blessings guide us on our own life's journey, and may we emerge stronger, wiser, and more compassionate individuals.

Jai Jagannath!"

Key Points

1. *Cultural significance*: Highlight the cultural importance of Rath Yatra.

2. *Spiritual significance*: Emphasize the spiritual significance of the festival.

3. *Community bonding*: Stress the role of Rath Yatra in fostering community bonding.

4. *Values and virtues*: Discuss the values and virtues that the festival promote. 

June 1, 2025: World Milk Day

June 1, 2025: World Milk Day.

In 2001, "World Milk Day" was established by the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations to recognize the importance of milk as a global food, and to celebrate the dairy sector.  

During the Neolithic age of around 9000-7000 B.C, human beings had domesticated animals. Milk consumption dates back to those times.  Soon it became a source of nutrition for everyone – in fact, in many cultures, milk replaced the consumption of meat. 

It also started to be used in religious traditions as it was believed that milk has been sent to earth by the creator of the universe. With time, the consumption of milk took a hit due to distribution of industrialised milk, change in consumer preferences and availability of milk substitutes.

The 2025 theme is “Let’s Celebrate the Power of Dairy”, the focus remains on promoting the nutritional benefits, socio-economic importance, and environmental progress of the dairy sector worldwide.

Dairy is an accessible, affordable, and nutrient-dense food, and an essential part of balanced diets across the world. 

But since lactose tolerance was lost in some humans, they started drinking fermented milk. Many individuals lack the proper digestive enzymes—known as lactase—that would help them process cow's milk, making them lactose intolerant.

"Let's begin each day with the nutrients of milk so that we can be healthy and happy."

Wishing you a joyous World Milk Day.

June 1, 2025: Dinosaur Day.

June 1, 2025: Dinosaur Day.

"Dinosaur Day" on  1st June celebrates dinosaurs and their remarkable ability to intrigue us. 

They roamed the Earth for millions of years during the Mesozoic Era. This period is split into three stages: the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous Eras. Each period saw massive geological and environmental changes that led to vastly different dinosaur species. Some of your favorite dinosaurs may have lived hundreds of millions of years apart. 

Dinosaurs reigned the Earth from roughly 245 million to 66 million years ago. They were the dominant species on Earth for nearly 200 million years. For context, humans have only existed for about 250,000 years. The dominance of dinosaurs would not last forever, and around 65 million years ago, they went extinct. With the current evidence, it's hard to determine the immediate cause of this mass extinction. Some scientists suggest asteroid impact, while others suggest volcanic eruptions and climate change.

Dinosaur Day is celebrated twice a year: the third Tuesday of May and June 1st. While there isn't a specific theme for Dinosaur Day in 2025, the celebration aims to spark curiosity about these prehistoric creatures and encourage appreciation for their fascinating history.

"Dinosaurs are just really cool, why wouldn't we want a day to appreciate them?" 

"There's something magical about connecting with a species that went extinct so long ago."

Global Day of Parents: June 1, 2025

June 1, 2025: Global Day of Parents.

In 2012, the U.N. General Assembly declared the first-ever 'Global Day of Parents'. Since then, it has been held annually on June 1 to honor parental units around the world. Being a parent is one of the most universal experiences.

The Global Day of Parents in 2025 will be marked with the theme "Raising Parents." This theme highlights the fact that parenting is a learned skill and emphasizes the importance of providing parents and caregivers with the necessary resources and support to raise children in a nurturing and positive environment. As part of the observance, UNICEF will launch Parenting Month 2025, offering parenting tips, resources, and stories, according to the United Nations.

"Behind every strong person is a parent who believed first.”