😳 *WHY?* ❓❓
*Why is Vijayadashami (Dussehra) celebrated?*
Vijayadashami falls on the Dashami (tenth day) of the Shukla Paksha of Ashvina, at the end of Navratri. It celebrates Lord Rama’s victory over Ravana and Goddess Durga’s victory over the demon Mahishasura — the triumph of good over evil. Effigies of Ravana are burnt in the evening. As per Drik Panchang (New Delhi), today’s Vijaya Muhurta is from 01:59 PM to 02:45 PM.
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📚 *GK TODAY*
20 October — Important Day
* World Osteoporosis Day — observed every year on 20 October and led by the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) to raise awareness of bone health.
GK Question: The Sino-Indian War began on 20 October 1962. When did China declare a unilateral ceasefire?
Answer: China unilaterally declared a ceasefire on 20 November 1962 and announced its withdrawal to its pre-war positions. The fighting took place in Aksai Chin in the west and the North-East Frontier Agency (now Arunachal Pradesh) in the east.
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🐣💐 *BORN TODAY*
*Virender Sehwag* (born 20 October 1978)
The former India opener was born and raised in Najafgarh, Delhi, earning the nickname ‘Nawab of Najafgarh’. He became the first Indian to score a Test triple century — 309 against Pakistan at Multan in 2004 — and later hit 319 against South Africa in Chennai in 2008. He was inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame in 2023.
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*IDIOMS & PHRASES*
“Turn over a new leaf”
Meaning: To make a fresh start and change one’s behaviour for the better.
Example: Many people see Vijayadashami as an auspicious day to turn over a new leaf.
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📖 *SYNONYMS & ANTONYMS*
* Valiant: Courageous × Cowardly
* Prosperity: Affluence × Poverty
* Harmony: Accord × Discord
🧬 *HEALTH CARE: HEALTHY HABITS* 🩺
Bone health — World Osteoporosis Day
🥛 Include calcium-rich foods such as milk, curd, ragi and green leafy vegetables.
☀️ Get some safe morning sunlight; it helps the body make vitamin D.
🚶 Do weight-bearing exercise such as brisk walking, stair-climbing or yoga regularly.
🚭 Avoid smoking and limit alcohol, both of which weaken bones.
🩺 Older adults and women after menopause should ask a doctor about bone-density tests.
Note: These are general wellness suggestions and do not replace professional medical advice.
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