The State government, which scrapped the New Year's holiday, should instead declare a public holiday on January 1. After all, it's New Year's Day, and many people celebrate with good tidings, visiting relatives, enjoying evening dinners, or having get-togethers on December 31. New Year's Eve itself is a vibrant night filled with dancing, eating, drinking, fireworks displays, and even watchnight prayer services. However, these celebrations often extend past midnight and well into New Year's Day, which is why a public holiday on January 1 is so important.
Saving screens: Touring talkies deserve more than a memory
I remember the thrill of touring talkies coming to our village every year during the fair, some thirty or forty years ago. Back then, with no TV or other entertainment, these travelling cinemas were a major attraction. Mostly showcasing mythological or family-friendly movies, they brought excitement and crowds with their loud advertisements. Even beyond the fair, hundreds of these talkies crisscrossed the countryside, their large tents offering shelter no matter the…
