Muharram (Ashura)
Observance of the martyrdom of Imam Hussein, grandson of Prophet Muhammad, particularly significant for Shia Muslims.
Festivals
Nariyal Poornima
Also known as Coconut Day, a festival celebrated by the fishing communities to mark the beginning of the fishing season after monsoon.
National Space Day
Celebrated to commemorate India's achievements in space exploration and to inspire interest in space science among youth.
National Sports Day
Celebrated on August 29 to commemorate the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand.
Navratri
Nine nights dedicated to the worship of Goddess Durga in her various forms. Features dance celebrations like Garba and Dandiya Raas.
New Year's Eve
Celebration marking the end of the year in the Gregorian calendar and the beginning of a new year.