The tradition of associating eggs with Easter dates back to both Christian and pre-Christian times. In Christianity, eggs symbolize new life and resurrection, which is consistent with the central theme of Easter, the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Just as a chick breaks out of its eggshell, Christians believe that Jesus emerged from the grave after … Read more
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a period of fasting, repentance, and reflection for Christians leading up to Easter. It falls 46 days before Easter Sunday and is observed mainly by Catholics, Anglicans, and some Protestant denominations. The significance of Ash Wednesday lies in its symbolism. During Ash Wednesday services, ashes are applied to … Read more
Sindh Festival is a cultural festival celebrated in Sindh province of Pakistan. It was started by former Sindh Chief Minister Syed Qaim Ali Shah in 2014. The fair aims to promote Sindh’s diverse cultural heritage and showcase its traditional music, dance, arts, crafts, literature and cuisine. The fair usually lasts for several days and includes … Read more
The Balochi people, who primarily inhabit the region of Balochistan, celebrate various festivals throughout the year, marking significant cultural, religious, and traditional events. One notable festival celebrated by the Balochi people is the “Nowruz” or “Nawroz” festival, which marks the beginning of the Persian New Year and the arrival of spring. Nowruz is celebrated with … Read more
Labor Day is celebrated to honor and recognize the services and achievements of workers and the labor movement. It began in the late 19th century with the labor movement’s push for better working conditions, fair wages and workers’ rights. An important event that led to the celebration of Labor Day was the Haymarket case in … Read more