CT lawmakers looking to have state recognize Hindu holiday Diwali
Diwali, which was held last year on Oct. 24 and this year will occur on Oct. 20, is celebrated by over a billion people ...
Sunita Williams Return: 'We Are Going to Take Some Time to Celebrate,' Says NASA
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams’ return to earth at the conclusion of the scientific mission to the space station was more ...
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Diwali in space, samosa for snacks… Times when Sunita Williams proved her love for Indian culture
As Sunita Williams returned from space after 9-long-months, here are some instances when she proudly flaunted her Indian ...
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How Sunita Williams took Indian culture to space, from the Bhagavad Gita to Diwali
Sunita Williams, a NASA astronaut, has celebrated her Indian heritage in space. She took samosas, observed Diwali, carried the Bhagavad Gita and the Upanishads, provided encouragement to Indian ...
Vote to decide gallery's 100th local object
The public are being invited to vote for what should be the 100th object to be included in a new museum display reflecting local life. Five items have been shortlisted for inclusion in the history of ...
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How Sunita Williams took Indian culture to space, from the Bhagavad Gita to Diwali
It was a strong reminder that her cultural heritage would remain bright, just like the lights of Diwali. Spiritual wisdom ... especially in India. A symbol of tradition: Carrying Ganesha to space ...
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Proposed Nevada bill aiming to recognize Diwali, Eid al-Fitr, Vaisakhi and Vesak gets first hearing
CARSON CITY (KTNV) — A bill proposed in the state legislature would require the governor to annually proclaim certain days to be “Diwali Day,” “Eid al-Fitr Day,” “Vaisakhi Day” and ...