Shortlisted for an Academy Award, this documentary film focuses on the violence of the Israel-Palestine conflict and it's effects on the children of Gaza. The documentary follows the story of about ten children who tell what their daily life is like after the horror of the war in Gaza in the summer of 2014.
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The Garvi Jantri is far more than a calendar; it is a living repository of Gujarati Hindu culture, astrology, and tradition. Despite the global dominance of the Gregorian calendar, the Garvi Jantri retains profound relevance for millions of Gujaratis worldwide. It guides not only when to celebrate festivals but also how to align daily life with cosmic rhythms. Its successful transition into digital formats ensures that this centuries-old almanac will continue to serve the Gujarati diaspora for generations to come.
1. Introduction
| Feature | Garvi Jantri (Lunar) | Gregorian Calendar (Solar) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Basis | Lunar cycles (moon) | Earth’s orbit around the sun | | Month Length | 29–30 days (varies) | 28–31 days (fixed) | | Year Length | Approx. 354 days | 365 days (366 in leap) | | Primary Use | Religious, astrological, cultural | Civil, administrative, business | | Festival Dates | Shift year to year (e.g., Diwali) | Fixed (e.g., Jan 1, Dec 25) | garvi jantri
"Garvi Jantri" (ગરવી જંત્રી) is a traditional lunar calendar widely used in the state of Gujarat, India. The term "Garvi" translates to "proud" or "grand," reflecting the cultural richness associated with the calendar, while "Jantri" means "almanac" or "calendar." Unlike the standard Gregorian solar calendar, the Garvi Jantri is based on the movements of the moon (lunar cycles) and is deeply intertwined with Hindu astrology, religious observances, agricultural planning, and the scheduling of festivals. The Garvi Jantri is far more than a
