Home Art culture Art Culture on September 20, 2022 Often compared to the British Booker Prize, the French Prix Goncourt or the American Pulitzer Prize, the German Book Prize is the most high-profile literary prize in the German-speaking world, where winners can hope for substantial sales of their works. The shortlist, announced on September 20, represents the entire panorama of contemporary German-speaking literature: From the anecdotal to the art novel to the feminist working-class novel and post-migration literature. Whether set in the Hunsrück uplands in southwestern Germany, Istanbul or in Switzerland, among others, their stories tell of human folly, gender fluidity and the history of the German republic from the perspective of those who have built it, namely the guest workers. Here is an overview of the finalists of the German Booker Prize: 1. Fatma Aydemir: 'Dschinns' (German for 'Djinns') German literary … [Read more...] about German Book Prize Shortlist Announced: Here Are The Six Contenders
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Saraswati Puja 2021 During Navratri: Puja Vidhi And Significance
Home Yoga spirituality Faith mysticism Faith Mysticism on October 11, 2021 The nine forms of Goddess Durga are worshipped during the Navratri. Goddess Durga is the manifestation of power, peace, prosperity and knowledge. Goddess Lakshmi, Goddess Parvati, Goddess Mahakali, Goddess Saraswati all are just different forms of Goddess Durga. Among the nine days of Puja, a Puja is dedicated to Goddess Saraswati as well. It is generally observed as a three-day festival where the Goddess is offered prayers for the last three days of Navratri. This year Saraswati Puja will be performed on 12 October. The second day is known as Saraswati Pradhan Puja. The southern Indian states of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, worship goddess Saraswati on the 9th day, which is the last day of Navratri. Also, in southern India, the goddess is either worshipped on the sixth day or ninth day; and the Saraswati Puja celebration continues for the last 3 days. Here … [Read more...] about Saraswati Puja 2021 During Navratri: Puja Vidhi And Significance
Akshay Tritiya 2021: Execute Your Plans For Assured Success
Home Yoga spirituality Festivals Festivals on April 23, 2021 Akshaya Tritiya 2018: अक्षय तृतीया पर कैसे करें व्रत और पूजा | Boldsky Here comes one of the most awaited festivals of not only India but also Nepal, not only for the Hindus but also for the Jains, and not only for one reason but for many. Significance Of Akshay Tritiya Lord Parashuram was born on this day. He was the sixth avatar of Lord Vishnu. Lord Parashuram is worshipped by the Vaishnavites. The day is also known as Parashuram Jayanti. This year the festival will be celebrated on 14 May. On the same day, many also worship Vasudeva avatar of Lord Vishnu as well. Also on the same day, Maharishi Ved Vyas had begun reciting the Mahabharata to Lord Ganesha. Mata Madhura was married to Lord Sundresha, the incarnation of Lord Shiva on this day. And in Jainism, the day is considered to be the one on which Lord Rishabhdeva had broken his month-long … [Read more...] about Akshay Tritiya 2021: Execute Your Plans For Assured Success
International Daughters’ Day 2022: History, Significance And Quotes
Home Women Women on September 24, 2022 International Daughters' Day is celebrated around the world every year. India celebrates Daughters' Day on the fourth Sunday of September. Daughter's Day 2022 falls on 25 September. International Daughters' Day: History This day has no actual origin; however, in most countries, including India, girls are regarded as liabilities. As a result, a day dedicated to them was established to break down the stigma and tackle crimes against the girl child. Traditional family preferences include boys. The issue of dowry, infanticide and foeticide persists even today. Therefore, a dedicated day was established to address these issues and eradicate the stigma associated with them. International Daughter Day is a time to show unconditional love to our family, our beautiful daughters, our ageing partners, and our daughters, who maintain an exceptional level of connectivity and maintain many commitments … [Read more...] about International Daughters’ Day 2022: History, Significance And Quotes
Brother’s Day 2021: Some Quotes, Messages And Wishes To Share
Home Insync Life Life on May 24, 2021 Every year 24 May is obsered as the Brother's Day is observed. The day focuses on making our brothers feel specialand loved for being who they are. The exact origin of this Brother's Day celebration is unknown but in the United Kingdom it is observed as National Brother's Day. In India too, people have been observing Brother's Day since 2005. When it comes to brothers, they are undoubtedly very special. Even though they are always upto some mischief, they make sure to take care of their siblings just like a father does. This Brother's Day, make your brother feel special by dedicating a few quotes and wishes to him. 1. "You are the only person who has my back, even though you always tease and annoy me. Happy Brother's Day my dear brother." 2. "A Happy Brother's Day to my brother. May you have all the happiness in the world." 3. "Brothers are the … [Read more...] about Brother’s Day 2021: Some Quotes, Messages And Wishes To Share
Renowned Spanish Author Javier Marias Passes Away Due To Lung Infection Post COVID-19
Home Art culture Art Culture on September 12, 2022 Javier Marias, one of Spain's most renowned novelists, died on Sunday at the age of 70, his publisher announced. The novelist died in a hospital in Madrid due to complications from a lung infection, the Spanish EFE news agency reported. He had contracted COVID-19 earlier. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez mourned Marias's death in a tweet, describing Sunday as a "sad day for Spanish letters." He offered his condolences to the author's friends and family. "His extensive and talented work will forever be a fundamental part of our literature," Sanchez wrote. Born on September 20, 1951, in Madrid, the Spanish author wrote 16 novels, the last of which being Tomas Nevinson, which he published last year. His work received great exposure, being translated into 46 languages and selling some 9 million copies across 56 countries, according to his publisher Alfaguara. … [Read more...] about Renowned Spanish Author Javier Marias Passes Away Due To Lung Infection Post COVID-19
Celebrities And Their Breakup On Twitter
Home Insync Life Life on September 18, 2013 The latest buzz is that Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth have finally called off their relationship. After a long year of engagement with ups and downs, the couple have finally split up and called off their engagement. It all was publicly seen and Miley's fans have seen the couple breakup. Miley Cyrus had unfollowed her fiance Liam a few days back on Twitter, and the breakup news has finally come up in the front. She was also spotted without the engagement rind sometime back, but then again she started sparkling her ring from July after the couple resolved their issues. But now, Miley Cyrus broke off her relationship with Hunger Games hunk, Liam Hemsworth after he was spotted getting cozy with Mexican actress and singer, Eiza Gonzalez. He was also recently linked with January Jones. The on-again, off-again couple first met on the set of 2010's "The Last Song" and after their engagement, … [Read more...] about Celebrities And Their Breakup On Twitter
Primetime Emmy Awards 2022 Winners List: Squid Game, Succession, Ted Lasso And Others Honoured
Home Art culture Art Culture on September 13, 2022 "Succession," an HBO series about a dysfunctional dynasty won "Outstanding drama series," while Jesse Armstrong took the "Writing for a drama series" prize for the show. Accepting the Emmy, "Succession" creator Jesse Armstrong said it had been a big week for successions, referring to the coronation of King Charles III after the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II. "Evidently (there's) a little bit more voting involved in our winning than Prince Charles," he quipped. Apple TV+'s "Ted Lasso" made waves, winning "Outstanding comedy series" and MJ Delaney winning the "Directing for a comedy series" prize. Series actor Jason Sudeikis won "Lead actor in a comedy series" for playing a US football coach hired to train an English soccer team. "Thanks to the people who watch this show and dig it as much as we dig making it," Sudeikis said at the ceremony. Brett Goldstein, … [Read more...] about Primetime Emmy Awards 2022 Winners List: Squid Game, Succession, Ted Lasso And Others Honoured
French-Swiss Film Director Jean-Luc Godard No More: A Tribute To The Legend
Home Art culture Art Culture on September 13, 2022 Franco-Swiss filmmaker Jean-Luc Godard has died at the age of 91, the French newspaper Liberation reported on Tuesday. Godard was one of the leading figures of the movement. Critics rated him among the top 10 directors of all time, and he has had a direct influence on the likes of Quentin Tarantino, Bernardo Bertolucci, Steven Soderbergh and Martin Scorsese. French President Emmanuel Macron said France lost "a national treasure" with Godard's death. Ce fut comme une apparition dans le cinéma français. Puis il en devint un maître. Jean-Luc Godard, le plus iconoclaste des cinéastes de la Nouvelle Vague, avait inventé un art résolument moderne, intensément libre. Nous perdons un trésor national, un regard de génie. pic.twitter.com/bQneeqp8on — Emmanuel Macron (@EmmanuelMacron) September 13, 2022 Interest in anthropology influenced filmmaking style In the late 1950s … [Read more...] about French-Swiss Film Director Jean-Luc Godard No More: A Tribute To The Legend
French-Swiss Film Director Jean-Luc Godard No More: Tribute To The Legend
Home Art culture Art Culture on September 13, 2022 Franco-Swiss filmmaker Jean-Luc Godard has died at the age of 91, the French newspaper Liberation reported on Tuesday. Godard was one of the leading figures of the movement. Critics rated him among the top 10 directors of all time, and he has had a direct influence on the likes of Quentin Tarantino, Bernardo Bertolucci, Steven Soderbergh and Martin Scorsese. French President Emmanuel Macron said France lost "a national treasure" with Godard's death. Ce fut comme une apparition dans le cinéma français. Puis il en devint un maître. Jean-Luc Godard, le plus iconoclaste des cinéastes de la Nouvelle Vague, avait inventé un art résolument moderne, intensément libre. Nous perdons un trésor national, un regard de génie. pic.twitter.com/bQneeqp8on — Emmanuel Macron (@EmmanuelMacron) September 13, 2022 Interest in anthropology influenced filmmaking style In the late 1950s … [Read more...] about French-Swiss Film Director Jean-Luc Godard No More: Tribute To The Legend