On this day in 1919, a large but peaceful crowd had gathered at the Jallianwala Bagh in Amritsar to protest against the Rowlatt Act and arrest of two pro-independence activists and also celebrate the harvest festival of Baisakhi. In response to the public gathering, acting Brigadier-General Reginald Dyer surrounded the protesters with his soldiers and then ordered them to open fire at them., Viral News, Times Now
Baisakhi is the New Year celebration in the northern state of Punjab. Also known as Vaisakhi, this day is celebrated with a lot of joy and fervour. Baisakhi is both a religious as well as a harvest festival. Read here to know more about the festival of Baisakhi and why is it celebrated. , Spirituality News, Times Now
Vishu is the New Year celebration in the state of Kerela. Also known as Malayalam New Year, this day marks the beginning of the new calendar year. This day also marks the transition of Sun into the house of Aries. Read on to know about the exact date of Vishu and celebrations of the Malayalam New Year. , Spirituality News, Times Now