Birthdays are an annual event anticipated and awaited by every human being, no matter their age. The thorough planning of parties, gathering family and friends, organizing a feast, and most importantly, cutting a cake is what makes 'modern birthday parties' a success. However, while preparing for the most happening birthday parties, we have somehow forgotten our roots. On this special day, we overlook the importance of making God a part of our celebrations. Very few people uphold traditional values and begin their birthday by seeking the blessings of the older members of the house, visiting temples to thank God for a blissful life, or organizing rituals at home to pray for a fortunate future. As per Vedic tradition, we should organize a Y agya or Homam, under the guidance of a Vedic pandit, to offer thanks to the I sht and K ul D evta and seek their blessings for a long, healthy, and happy life, along with success in both the material and spiritual world. The Vedic tradition...