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Easter Sunday is a religious Christian holiday that is observed globally to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ and while holidays like Christmas have fixed dates, the date for Easter changes from year to year. According to the Bible, it marks the third day after Jesus was crucified when he rose from the dead. Around the world, Easter is celebrated in various ways, with many cultures incorporating their own traditions and customs into the holiday.

The habit of reading the word 'good' and referring to happy moments may confuse you on the day of 'Good Friday'. Many unintentionally end up wishing their friends with greetings like 'Happy Good Friday' which is the result of a lack of information.

But the word "good" has a different meaning here. The meaning is associated with its religious roots. In this context, it "designates a day on (or sometimes a season in) which religious observance is held."

Holy Week is an important time for Christians throughout the world. Holy Week, begins on Palm Sunday, the Sunday before Easter. Holy Week is a time when Catholics gather to remember and participate in the Passion of Jesus Christ.

Ho, Ho, Ho! Christmas is just around the corner, being one of the most celebrated festivals of all time, this festival surely has a special corner in the hearts of every individual. On this day, which marks the anniversary of Jesus Christ's birth, people decorate their houses, exchange gifts, wish each other a Merry Christmas, and plan family get-togethers. People purchase a lot during the Christmas celebration, but they dress up as Santa Claus and surprise each other with gifts. Some individuals become Secret Santas and place gifts under the tree for their loved ones.

The merriest festival of the winter season is around the corner, as Christmas is approaching, let's throw some light on the details of the festivals. From its roots to its ritual, here's all you need to know about Christmas. Christians all over the world commemorate Christmas to mark the birth of Jesus Christ, whom they believe to be the Son of God.

The traditional cap used by the people of Kashmir is known as Qaraqal in the local language. Considered to be the royal cap of Kashmir, it's the symbol of honour and dignity for Kashmiris.

Advent's origin as a period of celebration is hard to be traced but is believed to exist as early as 480 AD. Initially, it was celebrated as a six-week period with three days of fasting per week.

Washington [US], October 21 (ANI): According to a new study conducted by researchers from the University of St Andrews and the Central European University in Vienna, chimps share a human tendency to unconsciously synchronise their footsteps when walking beside one another.

Washington [US], August 20 (ANI): For more than a century, cancer cell metabolism has been regarded as a puzzle. Recent research from Washington University in St. Louis suggests that it may not be an anomaly after all. On August 15, the study was published in Molecular Cell.