Janmashtami

5 killed as chariot hits live wires in Hyderabad Janmashtami procession

According to the police, the injured were rushed to the hospital, while the bodies have been sent for post-mortem examination

PM Modi greets everyone on Janmashtami; calls its festival of faith

Earlier, President Droupadi Murmu extended warm greetings to all Indians in the country and abroad on the eve of Shri Krishna Janmashtami

Janmashtami at ISKCON Temple Delhi: Check traffic plan, diversions today

Delhi Traffic Police has announced road closures, diversions, and curbs near ISKCON Temple for Janmashtami on August 16; commuters advised to use metro and plan travel in advance

Happy Janmashtami 2025: Best Wishes, Greetings, Quotes on Krishna Birthday

Happy Janmashtami Wishes: Janmashtami is a major Hindu festival celebrated to mark the birth of Lord Krishna. This year it will start at 11: 49 pm on August 15 and till 09.24 pm on August 16, 2025

President Murmu extends greetings to citizens on eve of Krishna Janmashtami

President Droupadi Murmu on Friday greeted citizens on the eve of Krishna Janmashtami and asked all to take a pledge to make the nation stronger. The life and teachings of Bhagwan Shri Krishna inspire us towards self-development and self-realisation, she said in a message. Bhagwan Shri Krishna enlightened humanity about attainment of ultimate truth by following the path of 'dharma', the president said. This festival inspires us to adopt eternal values embodied by Lord Krishna, Murmu said. "On this occasion let us all take a pledge to follow the teachings of Bhagwan Shri Krishna and make our society and nation stronger," she said. Murmu extended best wishes to all the Indians living in India and abroad on the festival. "On the occasion of Shri Krishna Janmashtami, a festival filled with joy and enthusiasm, I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to all the Indians living in India and abroad," she added.

Traffic curbs in Delhi's Paharganj on Aug 14 for Janmashtami, Tazia

Traffic movement in Delhi's Paharganj area will be affected on Thursday afternoon due to the Janmashtami and Tazia processions, the Delhi Traffic Police said in an advisory on Wednesday. The advisory highlighted that the Paharganj samuhik shobha yatra for Janmashtami and the Tazia procession will occur on August 14, with restrictions and diversions commencing from 1.30 pm. The Janmashtami procession will start from Mandir Shri Bankey Bihari Ji in Sangatrasan Bazar, Paharganj, and pass through Desh Bandhu Gupta Road, Chuna Mandi, Main Bazar, Munja Chowk, and Arakashan Road. The Tazia procession is set to begin at Ajmeri Gate, Pul Paharganj, and DBG Road, directing towards Chelmsford Road and the New Delhi Railway Station, the advisory informed. Traffic restrictions and diversions will be enforced on Chelmsford Road, Arakashan Road, and Desh Bandhu Gupta Road during the events. Commuters have been advised to avoid these stretches during the procession timings to prevent delays and .

Over 5 mn devotees expected in Mathura for Janmashtami, security stepped up

The 5,252nd birth anniversary of Lord Krishna will be celebrated at midnight on August 16 in all major temples of Mathura, including the Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi temple, and at the Thakur Bankey Bihari temple in Vrindavan. Nandgaon will mark the festivities on the night of August 17, officials said here on Sunday. District Magistrate Chandraprakash Singh and Senior Superintendent of Police Shlok Kumar said that while around 4.2 million devotees visited Mathura during Janmashtami last year, the number is expected to cross five million this time. Preparations and security arrangements are being made accordingly at all pilgrimage centres, including Mathura, Vrindavan, Barsana, Gokul, Nandgaon, Govardhan, and Mahavan. At the Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi temple complex alone, 150 CCTV cameras have been installed, with over 100 more positioned in the surrounding areas. For the first time, AI-enabled drone cameras will also be deployed for surveillance, the officials said. Police personnel wi

Radha Ashtami 2024: Significance, best wishes to share with your loved ones

Radha Ashtami celebrates the birth anniversary of the divine consort of Lord Krishna, Goddess Radha. This sacred celebration falls 15 days after Janmashtami. This year it falls on Sept 11, 2024

Janmashtami Dahi Handi celebrations in Mumbai leave 238 'Govindas' injured

Dahi Handi was classified as an 'adventure sport' in 2016, which subsequently led to children under the age of 14 being barred from participating in the event

Muhammad Yunus greets Hindus on Janmashtami, promises to promote harmony

Bangladesh's interim government chief Muhammad Yunus on Monday met the country's Hindu community and vowed to promote interfaith harmony as he hosted a reception for them coinciding with Janmashtami. The minority Hindu population has faced vandalisation of their business and properties and devastation of Hindu temples in the students' violence that ensued for days following the ouster of prime minister Sheikh Hasina, who fled to India on August 5. "There can't be any divisions among people in our country. We are equal citizens. The interim government is determined to protect the rights of every citizen of the country," the chief adviser's (CA) office quoted Yunus as saying. According to the statement, Yunus expected to build Bangladesh where everyone can practice their faith without any fear and where no temple needs to be guarded. Bangladesh is a large family where the responsibility of the government is to protect the rights of every citizen, his office quoted him as saying on ..

Ramkrishna Forgings, Balkrishna Ind: Stock strategies for Janmashtami 2024

Technical charts suggests that Ramkrishna Forgings, Balkrishna Industries and KIMS can potentially rally up to 16 per cent from present levels; check key support, resistance levels here

Fasting for Janmashtami 2024? Here are rules, rituals to follow during fast

During Janmashtami, prayers, bhajans, and readings of the Bhagavad Gita or Krishna Leela are frequently performed alongside fasting. This year, Janmashtami 2024 will fall on August 26 (Monday)

Cong opposes MP govt's order to celebrate Janmashtami in school-colleges

Order issued by MP govt added that lectures through scholars on diff topics based on Krishna's education, friendship and life philosophy should be organised in all schools and colleges on Jamashtami

Janmashtami 2024: Top 5 places to visit in India during the festival

Janmashtami is one of the most auspicious Hindu festivals marking the birth anniversary of Lord Shri Krishna. Here are the top 5 places to witness the grand Janmashtami celebrations in India

Janmashtami 2024: Timings, and rituals to mark Lord Krishna's birthday

On Monday, August 26, Krishna Janmashtami, will be observed to mark Lord Krishna's 5251st birthday. To commemorate the day, the auspicious Puja and other customs will be held

Krishna Janmashtami 2023: Best wishes, quotes, messages and greetings

Krishna Janmashtami is celebrated every year in India, this year the occasion will be celebrated on September 6 and 7. Here are the best wishes, quotes, and messages to share with your loved ones

Krishna Janmashtami 2023: 20 Best Quotes of lord Krishna on Spirituality

Janmashtami is celebrated every year during Lord Krishna's birthday. Wish your friends and family on the auspicious day of Krishna Janmashtami by sending them inspirational quotes

Happy Janmashtami 2023: 10 best wishes, quotes and more to share

India celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna on Janmashtami. This year, Janmashtami will be celebrated on September 6 and 7. Here are the best wishes and quotes to share with your close ones

Janmashtami 2023 decoration ideas: Five ways to decorate Bal Gopal's Swing

For millions of people, it is an event of tremendous happiness and commitment. One of the most mind-blowing ways of enhancing the happy soul is by embellishing eye-catching swing decorations

Krishna Janmashtami 2023: Check vrat timing, fasting rules, bhog and more

Janmashtami festival is celebrated every year in India with full enthusiasm. On this day, the eighth manifestation of Lord Vishnu, Shri Krishna was born in Mathura