Religion

J&K High Court Orders Fresh Affidavit on Alleged Religious Encroachments

The Jammu and Kashmir High Court has directed the petitioner to file a new affidavit regarding alleged religious encroachments in the region.

28 Aug 2026

Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen KT Parnaik Sends Raksha Bandhan Greetings

Governor Lt Gen K.T. Parnaik conveyed his Raksha Bandhan wishes to the people of Arunachal Pradesh, emphasizing brother‑sister bonds on the festival.

28 Aug 2026

Nagaland Church Council Launches Fresh Anti-Vote-Buying Drive

The Nagaland church body has revived its clean‑election campaign, urging voters to reject vote‑buying ahead of the state polls.

28 Aug 2026

SP Rishav calls for unity and respect at Raksha Bandhan in Kailashahar, Tripura

During Raksha Bandhan celebrations in Kailashahar, Tripura, Superintendent of Police Rishav appealed for communal harmony, urging residents to uphold unity and respect.

28 Aug 2026

Uttarakhand Communities Celebrate Raksha Bandhan with Enthusiasm

The Hindu festival of Raksha Bandhan was observed across Uttarakhand with lively rituals and family gatherings.

28 Aug 2026

Sisters Tie Rakhi on Inmates' Wrists at Patna's Beur Jail During Raksha Bandhan

On Raksha Bandhan, dozens of sisters visited Patna’s Beur Central Jail to tie rakhi on their brothers’ wrists, bringing emotional moments for the inmates.

28 Aug 2026

Families gather at Kartutva Path for festive Raksha Bandhan picnics

On Raksha Bandhan evening, numerous families visited Kartutva Path in Delhi for picnics, creating a lively festive atmosphere.

28 Aug 2026

Krishna Guruji Celebrates Raksha Bandhan with Leprosy Patients in Indore

Krishna Guruji observed Raksha Bandhan at a leprosy patient service home in Indore, tying rakhi with the sisters and distributing sarees and sweets. The gesture conveyed a message of affection and respect towards the marginalized patients.

28 Aug 2026

Coconuts Offered to Sea Deities on Narali Poornima Across Coastal Communities

On Narali Poornima, devotees along India's coast presented coconuts to honor and pacify sea deities.

28 Aug 2026

Thousands Gather at Indore ISKCON for Balram Purnima Mahotsav

Devotees flocked to the ISKCON temple in Indore on Balram Purnima, witnessing elaborate flower decorations, early‑morning Mangala Aarti and a special Mahabhiṣeka.

28 Aug 2026

Chhattisgarh schoolchildren mark Raksha Bandhan alongside CRPF troops

Students in Chhattisgarh celebrated the Raksha Bandhan festival together with Central Reserve Police Force personnel, exchanging rakhis in a goodwill ceremony.

28 Aug 2026

Uttarakhand Village Isolated by 300‑Foot Gorge Celebrates Raksha Bandhan Alone

A remote Uttarakhand village, cut off by a deep gorge, observed Raksha Bandhan in solitude as families remained isolated.

28 Aug 2026