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Send Best Wishes Of Happy Maha Shivratri 2021

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Maha Shivratri is celebrated across the globe according to Hindu traditions. Devotees fast observe a day-long fast and perform puja all night during Nishita Kaal to worship Lord Shiva, the god of destruction. Also, they give best wishes of Maha Shivratri through phone calls and social media messages and pictures.

Importance of Maha Shivratri

It is the biggest night of Lord Shiva worshipped as the marriage of Lord Shiva with Devi Parvati. Also, it is the day when the Linga from the deity first appeared. Today is the fourteenth day (Chaturdashi Tithi) of Krishna Paksha of Phalguna month according to Purnimant calendar but it is Magha according to Amavasyant calendar.

Devotees of Lord Shiva go to Shivalayas to offer all the things that Lord Shiva likes. They offer bel patra, dhatoora, bel fruit, and bhang to Mahadev. Also, they bath the deity with fresh water, gangajal, milk, dahi, and desi-ghee. Sandal wood powder is also applied to the deity for sweet fragrance.

Happy Maha Shivratri wishes and quotes

• Maha Shivratri is a day when you awaken your inner consciousness to discover the purpose of your being. Feel the presence of the Supreme Power inside and outside.

• Here’s extending my warm greetings to you on the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri.

• Shiv Ji Ka Tyohaar Aaya Hai, Anginat Ullas Laya Hai, Har Manokamna Poori Ho Aapki, Bhole Baba Ka Ashish Chhaaya Hai

• Kabhi Na Ho Dukhon Ka Samna, Pag Pag Bholenath Ka Aashirwad Mile, Maha Shivratri Ki Aapko Dheron Shubh Kamnayein. Hara Hara Mahadev

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Google Doodle Shows Prof Rao Placing A Satellite In Its Orbit On His Birthday

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Renowned Indian professor and scientist Udupi Ramachandra Rao popularly known as “India’s Satellite Man” turns 89 today. And Google is celebrating his birthday with a Doodle to highlight the commendable work done by Professor Rao, who died in 2017.

Life of Udupi Ramachandra Rao

Born in Karnataka on 10th March 1932, Prof Rao started his work as a protégé of Dr Vikram Sarabhai, the father of India’s space program. After completing his doctorate, Prof Rao joined NASA as a professor and conducted experiments on Pioneer and Explorer space probes.

In 1966, Prof Rao returned to India to work on an extensive high energy astronomy program at the Physical Research Laboratory. In 1972, he spearheaded India’s satellite program. Also, he was instrumental in developing and supervising over 20 satellites including India’s first satellite – Aryabhata. In 1975, India launched its first satellite that transformed the rural landscape of the country by boosting communication and meteorological services.

His biggest contribution to the nation

Development of Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) technology is the biggest contribution of Prof Rao in the field of space research. PSLV has launched over 250 satellites including Mangalyaan. Launched in 2013, Mangalyaan is the first interplanetary mission that orbits Mars today.

The country honored Prof Rao

In 2013, Prof Rao was inducted into the Satellite Hall of Fame to honor all his work. Google says that his stellar technological advancements continue to be felt across the galaxy in its Doodle that features a picture of Prof Rao placing a satellite in the space.

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11 Women That Made The World Proud On International Women’s Day

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Women are dominating every field but some women are simple outstanding due to their achievements against all odds. Here’re 11 such women that dominated fields that are hitherto dominated by men.

Tashnuva Anan Shishir

She’s first-ever transgender to become a newsreader in a private new channel in Bangladesh, Boishakhi TV. And she’ll start reading news from 8th March.

Mary Jackson

First Black engineer in NASA, Mary Jackson advocated for equity in the discipline that white men have dominated historically. NASA renamed its Washington, DC headquarters after Mary W. Jackson to honor its woman engineer. She received this honor posthumously.

Claire Polosak

She became the first woman umpire to officiate in a men’s ODI and in a men’s Test. She was an umpire in India vs Australia first Test in Sydney.

Bhawana Kanth

Flight lieutenant Bhawana Kanth became the first woman fighter pilot to take part in R-Day parade. She showcased mock-ups of the light combat aircraft, light combat helicopter and the Sukhoi-30 fighter plane on Indian Air Force’s (IAF’s) tableau.

Chloé Zhao

She became the first Asian woman, after nearly 80 years, to win the Best Director Golden Globe for directing Nomadland. Also, she’s the first Asian woman to be nominated for the prestigious award.

Sarah Thomas

She’s also in the list women officiating at the top levels of men’s sports as she has been chosen to work in the NFL’s biggest game in 2021.

Nathalie Becquart

French national Nathalie Becquart has been appointed as an undersecretary of the synod of bishops and she’s the first woman to hold the post. Pope Francis took the decision by breaking the tradition.

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala

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Revisiting Famous Personalities Of Man Vs Wild On World Wildlife Day 2021

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Today the world is celebrating the World Wildlife Day 2021 by admiring the nature and cherishing the varied species both plants and animals that make our ecosystem. Bear Grylls is the person that comes to mind when we talk about nature. Let’s see the famous personalities that walked the nature with Bear Grylls.

Narendra Modi

Narendra Modi took Bear Grylls to Jim Corbett in India where the duo crossed a dangerous river and discussed sweet neem (curry leaves). Also, Bear Grylls displayed how to squeeze water from elephant excreta.

Barack Obama

In 2015, Barack Obama took Bear Grylls to the Alaskan wilderness in the show Running Wild With Bear Gryll. The highlight of the show was Obama taking a bite of are salmon already half-eaten by the animal bear.

Akshay Kumar

The B-town actor took his Khiladi instinct are notch higher in the Man Vs Wild Show with host Bear Grylls. Both the host and the guest were equal in fitness, agility and fearless persona.

Nick Jonas

The handsome singer-songwriter revealed are totally different side of his personality while raiding Sierra Nevada Mountains in the US with Bear Grylls in 2016. He braved the cold weather overcoming is physical challenges.

Julia Roberts

Bear Grylls was running are campaign to deliver vaccines through his show when he invited Julia Roberts to participate in the Pretty Woman Star’s episode shot in Kenya.

Rajnikanth

The Thaliava featured with Bear Grylls in the Into the Wild with Bear Grylls where he took the host into Bandipur Tiger Reserve in Karnataka.

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PM Modi Takes The Home-Grown Covaxin Jab At AIIMS

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In a bid to boost vaccination drive against COVID-19 and to send a message to states going to elections in March-April, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a jab of the home-grown Covaxin developed by Bharat Biotech and the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).

What did PM Modi say after taking the vaccine?

PM Modi praised the doctors and scientists by saying that they had done a remarkable job by strengthening the global fight against COVID-19 in a short time. He urged people over 60 and over 45 with illnesses to take vaccine jabs. His message was “Together, let us make India COVID-19 free,”. He even tweeted his picture of taking the jab.

What was the message to electorates?

PM Modi was wearing a gamcha from Assam and the nurses – Rosamma Anil and P Niveda – who administered the jab were from Kerala and Puducherry respectively. The officials said that the gamcha was symbolic of blessings from the women of Assam.

PM Modi visited AIIMS with no route diversion

Earlier in the day, PM Modi was taken to AIIMS for vaccination but no route diversion was planned for the PM to avoid inconvenience to public. The country started the vaccination drive on January 16 and hopes to vaccinate 30 crore people by August in the second phase that starts on March 1, 2021.

India is the second hardest hit country after the US and it is witnessing a surge in COVID-19 cases in Maharashtra, Kerala, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Punjab.

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How Is 27th February Related To World NGO Day?

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Every year 27th February is celebrated as World NGO Day with an objective to highlight the good work done by NGOs or non-profit organizations across the globe. There are millions of organizations involved in betterment of society through education, culture, science, medical and helping the poor and downtrodden. And citizens of the civil society need to know about the good work done by these non-profit groups.

History of the World NGO Day?

The World NGO Day was first observed in February 24, 2010 when the Baltic Sea NGO Forum Council of the Baltic Sea States in Lithuania received official recognition. But the first World NGO Day was celebrated in 2014 in Helsinki, the capital of Finland.

What is the objective of the World NGO Day?

World-NGO-Day

Objective of the World NGO Day is to educate people about the importance of these organizations by highlighting their work. Also, the NGOs want to attract attention of the civil society and the governments on the issues they often face in discharge of their duties.

How is the World NGO Day celebrated?

The World NGO Day is celebrated across the globe by non-profit groups. They organize competitions, host talk shows and go between the masses to highlight their work and attract attention. Also, they take advantage of latest communication technology to spread the word about their work.

You can also send best wishes and greetings for the World NGO Day through Facebook posts, WhatsApp messages and tweets. Also, you can share videos of NGOs doing good work.

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Kiss Day 2021: Messages That Kiss

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Seventh day of the Valentine week is Kiss Day. And the best way to enhance your feeling of kissing your lover is to send him/her a beautiful message that carries warmth of kiss and true feeling of love.

With just one day to go for the Valentine’s Day, lovers across the globe are celebrating Kiss Day by exchanging quotes, texts, and images on WhatsApp, Facebook, and other platforms.

A message can truly reveal your feelings and let your lover being kissed in a unique way. And, if, you’re still looking for a beautiful message to sent then take one from here….

Wishes & Messages

• Kissing you right on your lips is the best feeling of my life. Happy Kiss Day!

• With a love-filled heart, I wanna wish you a Happy Kiss Day!

• I feel right when you are by my side and I miss you when you don’t kiss me. Happy Kiss Day baby!

• Kiss is the purest form of love, Happy Kiss Day!

• A peck of kiss by you every morning brightens up my day. Happy Kiss Day love!

• I wish when the sun meets the sky, your lips meet mine. Happy Kiss Day 2021!

• Kiss me every day and every day I will fall for you even more. Happy Kiss Day 2021!

• The moment my lips touch yours, I feel heavenly. Happy Kiss Day!

• The moment we kiss each other is the moment I want to pause forever. Happy Kiss Day!

• Let your lips touch mine and be grateful to God for giving us each other. Happy Kiss Day!

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Send The Right Message On Hug Day 2021

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With two days to go for the Valentine’s Day, the world is celebrating Hug Day by sending best wishes and quotes on February 12. It is the sixth-day of the Valentine week and this day is dedicated to giving hugs to each-other.

A hug is considered a natural stress-buster. When you hug someone, you give him positive energy or receive energy from her. But in relationship, couples expect hug from each-other. Today is Hug Day when you should go to your partner go give her a tight hug. Also, she’s expecting a heartwarming message to know how do you feel about her.

Choose from the below-mentioned messages and quotes for your love

• A hug from me, even though I’m away, In my heart I’m right by your side, And, here’s a hug from me, To say, I love you lots, sweetheart, Happy Hug Day!

• I wish I could have you in my arms every day. Sending warm hugs to you. Happy Hug Day Partner!

• May the warmth of your hugs always fill me with the energy and courage to keep going on in life without breaking! Thank you for everything.

• This Hug Day, I just want to present you a hug that will vanish all your tensions and will fill your heart with joy and happiness. Happy Hug day, love.

• A hug might be a simple gesture, but it feels amazing when it’s you hugging me. Happy Hug Day, darling hubby!

• ug me when I am there, Miss me when I am not… Happy Hug Day, love!

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Learn To Describe Your Love This Promise Day

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February 11 is the fifth-day of the Valentine Week and celebrated as Promise Day across the globe. It is the day when promises exchanged and commitments made.

Valentine Week starts on February 7 with Rose Day followed by Propose Day, Chocolate Day, Teddy Day and then Promise Day. Still there are three days to go for Valentine’s Day.

So, what promise would you give to your love or the best friend. For example, you can commit yourself to a long-term relationship or think of a funny promise that makes your partner smile. You will be surprised to know that people love making silly promises on the Promise Day.

Promise Day

There is a more interesting side to the Promise Day. You can make a promise to your family and loved ones. This day is for everyone irrespective of their age and social status. And if you’re running out of ideas, you can check here.

• I promise to love you more with each passing day! Thanks for being in my life.

• Maybe I’m too late to be your first. But right now, I’m preparing myself to be your last. I Promise.

• I promise to always treat you like a queen. You reign over my heart and your wish is my command. Happy Promise Day

• I promise that I never leave you, always be with you and make your life beautiful.

• Meeting you was luck, becoming lovers was destiny. Loving you is faith and commitment to each other. Happy Promise Day!

• You are as sweet as rosebud, you are bright as a star, you are cute as a kitten

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Teddy Day 2021 Brings Joy To Markets

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The fourth day of the valentine week is celebrated as Teddy Day and it falls on February 10. Teddy is a toy bear recognized with a smile on its face. It is made fluffy to give warmth when cuddled. Also, it is used to convey feelings especially in valentine week.

Today, people buy teddies for their love partners and there are plenty of options available in market. You can visit a walk-in store to select a teddy for your love or order one from an online store. But do you know which Teddy Bear to select.

Here’re three important factors that could help in choosing the right Teddy Bear

Look for trends

While Teddy Bear is a single toy but gifting companies have started manufacturing couple teddies. It is a latest trend and it is affordable as well. Instead of buying a single Teddy Bear, you can choose to gift a couple teddies to remind your love of the promise of forever together relationship.

Make a choice about color

Today, you can find a Teddy Bear in every color you can think of. Also, you can even find teddies dressed in different attires and various avatars like Rock Star Teddy Bear that carries a guitar in his hands.

Keep the price in mind

Just like designs, teddies also come in different price ranges. Starting from Rs. 250 to going up to Rs. 3000 or even more, you can easily find the toy that fits into your pocket. Price of a teddy is determined from its size, design and color.

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