RADHASHTAMI – A LESS KNOWN BUT HIGHLY SIGNIFICANT FESTIVAL

09 Sep 2024

Just like Janmashtami is the Divine appearance day of Lord Krishna, Radhashtami is the Divine appearance day of His eternal consort Shrimati Radharani.Radhashtami is celebrated on the eighth day of the bright fortnight in the month of Bhadrapada or Hrsikesa (August – September). Devotees fast till noon and worship Her...

Watch: Gujarat Residents Dances Garba In Knee-Deep Water Amid Heavy Rains

01 Sep 2024

The people of Gujarat have once again demonstrated that nothing can dampen their love for Garba, as residents of Vadodara were captured on video performing the dance in knee-deep water. Likely recorded during Janmashtami celebrations, the video has since gone viral. The footage showcases a lively group of individuals—ranging from...

Devotees Nationwide Celebrate Janmashtami With Chants And Prayers

27 Aug 2024

During the Janmashtami festival, devotees gathered at temples nationwide to seek Lord Krishna's blessings on his birth anniversary, with political leaders such as Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma and Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel offering their respects. On Tuesday, devotees thronged temples across northern and eastern India to celebrate Lord...

The Vision Of India We Strive For: Internet Applauds Muslim Family For Dressing Son As Lord Krishna On Janmashtami

27 Aug 2024

Krishna Janmashtami was celebrated with great enthusiasm across India on Monday, August 26, featuring various Dahi Handi events and other traditional rituals. One of the most cherished traditions for Hindu devotees on this auspicious day is dressing their children as Lord Krishna and Radha. It's common to see baby boys...

Janmashtami Festivities Generate ₹25,000 Crore In Sales Across India

27 Aug 2024

The recent Janmashtami festivities have significantly boosted business across India, with transactions exceeding ₹25,000 crore, according to the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT). This surge in economic activity highlights the strong consumer spending driven by vibrant celebrations during one of the most commercially active periods of the year. Massive...

The quintessential eco warrior

26 Aug 2024

The clouds rumbled with menacing intent, and they soon burst into a downpour that refused to subside. First, the river overflowed, which was followed by fields getting inundated, and eventually the villages that floated in the water. The villagers cried, howled and begged for mercy from Indra, to whom they...

Janmashtami – The World’s Greatest Birthday Celebration

26 Aug 2024

“One who knows the transcendental nature of My appearance and activities does not, upon leaving the body, take his birth again in this material world, but attains My eternal abode, O Arjuna.” (Srimad-Bhagavad-gita : Chapter 4, Verse 9 – Translatio n) It was 5240 years ago (3228 BCE) that Lord...

List of Bhog to offer to Lord Krishna

26 Aug 2024

Offering bhog (food offerings) to Lord Krishna is an integral part of devotion in Hindu rituals, especially during festivals like Janmashtami. Devotees prepare a variety of sattvic (pure and vegetarian) dishes to please the deity. Here is a list of traditional bhog items commonly offered to Lord Krishna: 1. Makhan...

Jhakaas Janmashtami: How to amp up your décor game with whimsical & creative ideas

26 Aug 2024

Janmashtami, the celebration of Lord Krishna’s birth, is a festival filled with joy, devotion, and vibrant traditions. While many of us are familiar with the usual decorations like traditional flowers, earthen lamps, and colorful rangolis, this year, why not take your Janmashtami décor game to the next level with some...

Tamannaah Bhatia Mesmerizes As Radha In Peach Torani Saree For Janmashtami

20 Aug 2024

Tamannaah Bhatia has once again left everyone in awe, this time as the enchanting Radha in Karan Torani’s latest campaign, "Leela, The Divine Illusion Of Love," which celebrates the timeless tale of Radha and Krishna. The campaign, launched just in time for Janmashtami 2024, beautifully captures the ethereal essence of...