Mar 27, 2023 | Commonwealth News
Nat Sciver-Brunt, the all-rounder from England, scored an unbeaten 60 runs to lead Mumbai Indians to a seven-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals in the first-ever Women’s Premier League held in Mumbai. The five-team competition has been praised as a...
Mar 26, 2023 | Commonwealth News
Bangladesh Independence Day is marked by parades, flag-hoisting ceremonies, and speeches by government officials. People also light candles and offer prayers in memory of the martyrs who fought for the country’s freedom. The day is a public holiday, and various...
Mar 24, 2023 | Commonwealth News
A recently discovered deep-sea worm has been named after Judith Gobin, a marine scientist from Trinidad and Tobago. This new species of worm is capable of surviving in extreme temperatures on the ocean floor, be it scorching hot or freezing cold. It is officially...
Mar 23, 2023 | Commonwealth News
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, and fasting during Ramadan is one of the Five Pillars of Islam. This means abstaining from food and drink during the daylight hours for the entire month. The end of Ramadan is marked by the Eid al-Fitr festival,...
Mar 22, 2023 | Commonwealth News
49 countries out of 56 commonwealth countries that border the sea are highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. New research shows these Commonwealth countries have mainstreamed their commitment to addressing the impacts of climate change on their coastal...
Mar 21, 2023 | Commonwealth News
The Bar Council of India (BCI), the statutory body that governs legal practice in the country, allows the entry of foreign law firms in India. However, they will still operate in the country in a limited capacity, such as by providing legal advice on foreign law, and...
Mar 21, 2023 | Commonwealth News
The day is marked by national celebrations, including parades, cultural events, and speeches by political leaders. Under the theme: ‘A people United for Prosperity’, the country will host its official celebration of the 33rd Independence day anniversary in Outapi in...
Mar 21, 2023 | Commonwealth News
On Human Rights Day, various events are held throughout the country to celebrate and promote human rights, including cultural performances, marches, and public discussions. It is a time for reflection, commemoration, and a renewed commitment to protecting and...
Mar 20, 2023 | Commonwealth News
Otago Anniversary Day is a regional public holiday, which means that it is only observed in the Otago region. However, some businesses and schools may still close for the day, and there may be special events and activities held to mark the occasion. It is a day when...
