Today is day 53 of 365 days in the year 2025. This is calculated from February 22nd, 2025 using the ISO-8601 date format. This means there are 312 days left in the year. We are currently in week 7 of 52. A day number is simply the day’s position within…
Graphic showing the formula for Google Sheets or Microsoft Excel to calculate the day number for the current date.
Several factors can contribute to a market downturn in India on any given day. Global economic conditions, such as recessions in major economies or significant geopolitical events, can have a ripple effect on Indian markets. Changes in crude oil prices, a major import for India, can impact inflation and subsequently…
The Indian men’s and women’s cricket teams are wearing black armbands today to mourn the passing of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. Dr. Singh, who served as Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014, passed away on Thursday, December 27, 2024, at the age of 92 due to age-related ailments. He…
Purnima, the Sanskrit word for full moon, holds significant spiritual importance in Hinduism. It falls on the 15th tithi (lunar day) of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase) in the Hindu lunar calendar. Purnima signifies the moon’s complete illumination, marking a time for fasting, worship, and various religious observances. Each Purnima…
Full moon illuminating the night sky.
Leo Carrillo State Park offers a variety of outdoor activities, making it a great destination for a day trip or a longer camping adventure. The park boasts 1.5 miles of beach perfect for swimming, surfing, windsurfing, surf fishing, and beachcombing. Beyond the sandy shores, explore the tidepools teeming with marine…
Due to the anticipated heavy rainfall, schools and colleges in Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, and Chengalpattu districts were declared closed on October 15, 2024, by order of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin. The Chief Minister also advised IT companies in these districts to allow employees to work from home from…
Host Vijay Sethupathi celebrated Diwali with the Bigg Boss Tamil Season 8 contestants, gifting them traditional outfits. The Diwali special, filmed on November 1st, aired on November 2nd, showcasing Sethupathi in a silk shirt and dhoti. This week also saw the introduction of six wildcard entries, adding a new dynamic…
Gujarat experienced widespread heavy rainfall over the weekend, causing flooding, road closures, and infrastructure damage in several areas, including Ahmedabad. Ahmedabad recorded over 86 mm (3.50 inches) of rain in a 24-hour period ending Monday morning. The weather department forecasts even heavier rainfall in the coming days, prompting school closures…
Determining which Muslim festival is celebrated today requires understanding the Islamic lunar calendar. Unlike the Gregorian calendar, the Islamic calendar, also known as the Hijri calendar, is based on lunar cycles. This means that Islamic holidays shift approximately 10-11 days earlier each year in relation to the Gregorian calendar. The…
Several factors can contribute to a share market decline on any given day. These factors can be broadly categorized into economic, geopolitical, company-specific, and systemic reasons. Economic factors often play a significant role. High inflation, rising interest rates, slow economic growth, and recessionary fears can all negatively impact investor sentiment.…