Happy New Year 2025

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  • Indian New Year 2025 Calendar Dates: Gudi Padwa, Baisakhi, Puthandu, Nowruz and Other Important Dates, Guide to Hindu and Other State-Wise Regional Festivals and New Year’s Days

    Indian New Year 2025 Calendar Dates: Gudi Padwa, Baisakhi, Puthandu, Nowruz and Other Important Dates, Guide to Hindu and Other State-Wise Regional Festivals and New Year’s Days

    Indian New Year 2025 Calendar Dates: Every year, people around the world celebrate the start of a new year on January 1. According to the Gregorian Calendar, this day is officially recognised as the beginning of a new year across the globe, and it is celebrated with a lot of joy and enthusiasm. Many countries usher in the new year with unique traditions, fireworks, customs, celebrations, and family gatherings. Just like the other parts of the world, India too celebrates the New Year on January 1. However, India is a diverse country, and every region and community follows varied traditions and different customs and calendars. This means that in addition to January 1, India celebrates New Year on many other days throughout the year. This reflects the country’s rich cultural heritage. Hindu Festivals Calendar 2025: Know the Dates of Holi, Chaitra Navratri, Durga Puja, Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali and Other Major Festivals in India.

    In India, people welcome the New Year by following both the solar as well as the lunar calendar. The Hindu calendar, which is based on the movements of the moon, marks the most number of New Year celebrations in the country. Many of these New Year celebrations also align with the harvest season. New Year’s Day 2025 is a time of joy and celebration across different regions. The celebrations begin with Losar, Nowrzu, Navreh 2025, and the major celebrations of Chaitra Navratri 2025, Ugadi, Gudi Padwa, Cheti Chand, Baisakhi, Sangken, Puthandu, Jur Sital, Vishu, and Pana Sankranti. These celebrations are followed by Poila Baisakh, Parsi New Year, Gujarati New Year, and Gurung New Year. View the complete list of Indian New Year 2025 days and dates. List of Long Weekends in 2025 in India: Check Out the New Year Calendar for the Holiday Dates To Plan Vacations and Weekend Getaways.

    Indian New Year 2025 Days and Dates

    Date Day Festival/Event Region
    January 30, 2025 Thursday Sonam Losar, Tamang, Hyolmo New Year Sikkim (Tamang)
    February 28 – March 2, 2025 Friday – Sunday Gyalpo Lhosar, Sherpa New Year Sikkim (Sherpa)
    February 28 – March 2, 2025 Friday – Sunday Losar, Tibetan New Year Ladakh, Arunachal Pradesh (Monpa)
    March 20, 2025 Thursday Nowruz, Parsi New Year Iranis/other Zoroastrians
    March 29, 2025 Saturday Navreh, Kashmiri New Year Kashmir
    March 30 – April 7, 2025 Sunday – Monday Chaitra Navratri, Hindu New Year Bihar, Uttar Pradesh Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, and parts of Delhi
    March 30, 2025 Sunday Ugadi, Telugu New Year Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, parts of Goa
    March 30, 2025 Sunday Gudi Padwa, Marathi New Year Maharashtra, Goa (Konkan)
    March 30, 2025 Sunday Cheti Chand, Sindhi New Year Sindh, Sindhi Hindus
    March 30, 2025 Sunday Sajibu Cheiraoba, Meitei New Year (Manipur) Manipur
    April 13, 2025 Sunday Baisakhi, Sikh New Year Punjab, Chandigarh, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu, and parts of Delhi
    April 13 – 15, 2025 Sunday – Tuesday Sangken, North Eastern New Year Arunachal Pradesh (Khamti, Singpho, Khamyang, Tangsa), Assam (Tai Phake, Tai Aiton, Turung)
    April 14, 2025 Monday Puthandu, Tamil New Year Tamil Nadu
    April 14, 2025 Monday Vishu, Kerala New Year Kerala
    April 14, 2025 Monday Mesha Sankranti, Hindu New Year Uttarakhand (Garhwal and Kumaon), Nepalis (Sikkim, Darjeeling)
    April 14, 2025 Monday Pana Sankranti, Odia New Year Odisha
    April 14, 2025 Monday Jur Sital Mithila
    April 14, 2025 Monday Bisu Parba, Tulu New Year Tulu Nadu
    April 14 – 16, 2025 Monday – Wednesday Bwisagu, Bodos New Year Bodoland, Assam
    April 14 – 20, 2025 Monday – Sunday Bohag Bihu, Assamese New Year Assam
    April 15, 2025 Tuesday Poila Baisakh, Bengali New Year West Bengal
    June 27, 2025 Friday Ashadi Bij, Kutchi New Year Kutch
    August 15, 2025 Friday Parsi New Year Parsis
    October 22, 2025 Wednesday Gujarati New Year, Nutan Varsh Gujarat

    We hope this list helps you plan ahead and get ready beforehand to enjoy the festivities and celebrations of the New Year. On that note, here’s wishing everyone a happy, peaceful, blessed, and prosperous New Year 2025!

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Dec 31, 2024 03:51 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

  • Dry January 2025 Dates and Meaning: Know Significance of Month-Long Challenge That Invites People to Take a Break From Alcohol

    Dry January 2025 Dates and Meaning: Know Significance of Month-Long Challenge That Invites People to Take a Break From Alcohol

    The start of a new year is often celebrated with excitement, parties, and celebrations, and for many, this involves toasts with alcohol. However, many people choose to abstain from alcohol as the new year begins or after the celebrations wind down. Many set resolutions, which also include abstaining from alcohol. Many choose a different approach to starting the new year, and this decision is a great way to reset just in time for the new year and focus on health and gain a better sense of clarity. For those wanting to give up alcohol but find it hard, the Dry January challenge comes to the rescue. The month-long challenge is a great opportunity for people to reflect on their personal habits and set a positive tone for the year ahead. But what exactly is the Dry January challenge? Scroll below to know all about it. Dry Days in India in 2025 List With Festival and Event Dates: Get Full Calendar With Days When Alcohol Will Not Be Available for Sale in Liquor Stores, Pubs and Bars Across the Country.

    Dry January 2025 Dates

    Dry January starts on January 1, 2025, and concludes on January 31, 2025.

    Dry January Meaning

    Dry January is a month-long challenge which invites people to take a break from alcohol and start the new year on a sober note. It is a great opportunity to reflect on your relationship with alcohol and make changes to your lifestyle accordingly. It is a great alcohol-free start to the new year.

    Dry January Significance

    Dry January is very significant as it gives people the chance to reset their relationship with alcohol. By taking a break from alcohol for a month, people can improve their health and reflect on their drinking habits. Dry January encourages mindfulness and self-discipline and helps people reassess their lifestyle choices. The observance not only has health benefits, but it also offers mental clarity and takes away social pressures that are associated with alcohol consumption. New Year 2025 Resolutions: ‘New Year, New Me’ – How To Manifest Your Resolutions Into Reality? Easy Steps To Follow and Achieve Your Goals.

    This Dry January 2025, let’s aim to give up alcohol for the entire month and take a step towards better health. If needed, seek support and encourage loved ones to join in, which can result in healthier lifestyles together. Small changes can lead to big and positive results. Together, let’s help each other make positive choices for our well-being.

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Dec 31, 2024 04:41 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

  • Anvadhan and Ishti 2024 Dates: Know Significance of the Auspicious Festival Observed on the New Moon Day

    Anvadhan and Ishti 2024 Dates: Know Significance of the Auspicious Festival Observed on the New Moon Day

    Anvadhan and Ishti are significant festivals in the Hindu calendar that are marked with great devotion, especially by followers of Vaishnava Sampradaya, or devotees of Lord Vishnu. On the day of Anvadhan, devotees observe a day-long fast on and perform Yajna on the day of Ishti. In December 2024, the last Anvadhan and Ishti fall on Krishna Amavasya. With this, Anvadhan falls on Monday, December 30 and Ishti falls on December 31. Anvadhan and Ishti are important Vedic rituals that are a part of Hindu practices even today and are observed on the days of Amavasya and Purnima every month. People observe a day-long fast and perform Yajna for Lord Vishnu. Amavasya 2025 Dates and Tithi: Complete New Moon Calendar, Rituals and Other Important Details Dedicated to Ancestor Worship and Charity. 

    Anvadhan is observed before Ishti. People are usually confused about Ishti and Anvadhan as one event, but it should be noted that these are two different events in the Hindu calendar. In this article, let’s know more about Ishti and Anvadhan in December 2024 and the significance of the Vedic rituals. Hindu Festivals Calendar 2025: Know Dates of Holi, Chaitra Navratri, Durga Puja, Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali and Other Major Festivals in India. 

    Anvadhan and Ishti 2024 Dates in December

    Anvadhan falls on Monday, December 30 and Ishti falls on December 31.

    Anvadhan and Ishti Significance

    Anvadhan and Ishti are the two days are observed both on the New Moon Day (Amavasya) and the Full Moon Day (Purnima). Therefore, devotees celebrate these auspicious days twice a month. In Sanskrit, Anvadhan means the ritual of adding fuel to keep the sacred fire burning after performing a havan. On this day, those belonging to the Vaishnava Sampradaya keep a day-long fast. Meanwhile, Ishti is a ritual that devotees perform for a short duration to pray for the fulfillment of their desires.

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Dec 30, 2024 06:10 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).