New Delhi, May 3 -- Before we uttered our first word or took our first step, there was someone who believed in us. Her lullabies were our first lessons in love, her hands our first comfort, and her strength our first shelter. As Mother's Day dawns once again, millions across the world pause and take a moment to honour the quiet resilience, the boundless sacrifice, and their unconditional love. The influence of mothers in our society is so encouraging that brings a hope for all.

Mother's Day is on May 11, 2025, Sunday.

Many ancient cultures, comprising the Greeks and Romans, had festivals honouring mother goddesses like Rhea and Cybele. The Christian influence is such that in medieval Europe, "Mothering Sunday" was celebrated on the four...