Ayudha Puja, also known as Astra Puja, is celebrated on the ninth day of Navaratri every year in India, and this year, it falls on October 1. People worship and revere the objects and instruments related to their profession and livelihood on this auspicious day. As per the lunisolar calendar commonly used by the Hindu community, Navaratri starts after the new moon of Ashwin month and is a nine-day long festival that celebrates the victory of Goddess Durga over a demon named Mahishasura. However, multiple versions of this legend exist.
Buy British Day
Buy British Day takes place on October 3 every year. Since it has two sources of origin, this day has an intriguing story. The first source dates back to the 1960s when some secretaries spearheaded the foundation. The second was in 2014 when a nationwide market objective was established by an organization known as Best of Britannia. We have some fascinating nuggets about this campaign or movement to share with you. So, just sit back, pour yourself some fine English tea, and read on.
Nepal: Phulpati
Phulpati (Phool Pati) is the seventh day of Dashain, the biggest Hindu festival in Nepal, and this year, it falls on September 29. The day is marked by honoring Goddess Durga with nine types of Phulpati (petals of flowers). The day celebrates the auspicious uncovering of truth over falsehoods and divinity over terror. As per Hindu mythology, the nine plants represent the arrival of goddesses into the homes of the devotees. Hindu followers across the country decorate their homes with garlands and pray for a prosperous future under the guidance of Goddess Durga.