35 Mandals Unite For Single Dahi Handi Event To Ease Pune Traffic

28 Aug 2024

To ease traffic congestion in Pune, 35 prominent mandals came together to organise a single Dahi Handi event at Lal Mahal Chowk near Shaniwar Wada. This coordinated celebration aimed to reduce disruptions and enhance traffic flow during peak hours. Participating mandals, including the Shrimant Bhau Rangari Ganapati Trust and Shri...

Devotees Flock to ISKCON Temples Across India to Celebrate Shri Krishna Janmashtami

26 Aug 2024

Devotees across the country flocked to ISKCON temples on Monday to celebrate Shri Krishna Janmashtami, offering prayers to Lord Krishna. Vrajendra Nandan Das, ISKCON National Communications Director and Vice President of the East of Kailash temple, announced that the 'Maha Arti' would take place at midnight. At the ISKCON Temple...

Janmashtami 2024: Banks Closed On August 26 In Select States – Full List

22 Aug 2024

Janmashtami, the joyous festival celebrating the birth of Lord Krishna, will be observed on August 26, 2024. This day, also known by various names like Krishna Janmashtami, Gokulashtami, and Ashtami Rohini, is marked by fasting, prayers, and grand celebrations across India. As the festival approaches, many people are curious about...

Janmashtami 2024: Why Lord Krishna Adores Makhan Mishri And How To Make It

20 Aug 2024

Sweets play a central role in Indian festivals, and Janmashtami, which falls on August 26, 2024, is no exception. This festival, celebrating the birth of Lord Krishna, is marked by unique traditions and special dishes. Among these, the bhog—a platter of 56 different items—features a beloved dessert: Makhan Mishri. This...

PM Modi extends his greetings on the occasion of Krishna Janmashtami

07 Sep 2023

On Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished his fellow citizens "new energy and enthusiasm" for the auspicious festival of Krishna Janmashtami. "Happy Janmashtami, many greetings. I pray that all of my family members' lives will be infused with new vitality and enthusiasm as a result of this auspicious occasion of...

Stampede in Vrindavan’s Banke Bihari temple, two dead, many injured

20 Aug 2022

On the occasion of Shri Krishna Janmashtami, a stampede broke out at the Banke Bihari temple in Vrindavan on Friday. During this two people died and many others were injured. According to official information, about half a dozen people have been injured. Meanwhile, Mangala Aarti is held once a year...