Janmashtami 2024: What Does the ‘Cucumber’ Signify On The Festival?

26 Aug 2024

Cucumber, a staple in salads, is not just a refreshing and healthy vegetable but also holds significant traditional and religious importance. Its inclusion in the Chappan (56) bhog prasad for Janmashtami is rooted in cultural symbolism. Krishna Janmashtami, celebrated in August or September on the eighth day of Bhadrapada, marks...

Tamannaah Bhatia Channels Radha And Krishna In Stunning Janmashtami Shoot | See Pics

26 Aug 2024

Tamannaah Bhatia has fully embraced the hues of Krishna's love in a captivating Janmashtami-themed photoshoot for the clothing brand Torani. Featured in their latest campaign, titled 'Leela: The Divine Illusion of Love,' Tamannaah beautifully transforms into Radha, draped in ethereal traditional outfits from the brand's newest collection. In this photoshoot,...

Janmashtami 2024: Essential Food Rules To Follow During Your Fast

25 Aug 2024

As Janmashtami approaches, devotees around the world prepare to celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna, a significant event in the Hindu tradition. This year, Janmashtami falls on August 26th, coinciding with the eighth day of the dark fortnight of Bhadrapada. One of the core practices of Janmashtami is fasting. This...

Janmashtami 2024 Fasting Guidelines: Types, Restrictions, and Breaking the Fast

23 Aug 2024

Fasting on Janmashtami is an integral part of the celebrations, involving day-long prayers, devotional songs, and recitations of sacred texts like the Bhagavad Gita and Krishna Leela. Janmashtami is a major Hindu festival marking the birth of Lord Krishna. It falls on the eighth day of the dark fortnight in...

Krishna Janmashtami 2024: Global Celebration Of Devotion And Cultural Heritage

22 Aug 2024

Krishna Janmashtami, marking the birth of Lord Krishna, is celebrated with great enthusiasm worldwide, particularly in countries with significant Hindu populations. The festival, known for its vibrant rituals and cultural activities, adapts to local customs while preserving core traditions. Devotees engage in religious ceremonies, cultural events, and community gatherings, all...

Janmashtami 2024: 5 Stories From Shri Krishna’s Childhood To Recite Your Kids

22 Aug 2024

According to legends, Shri Krishna is one of the most powerful incarnations of Lord Vishnu. He was born in Mathura at midnight on Ashtami in the months of August or September. Hindus across India celebrate the holy festival of Janmashtami with great enthusiasm. Special events are organized in Krishna temples,...

Janmashtami 2024: Interesting Facts About The Festival That You Should Know

22 Aug 2024

As one of the most cherished festivals in Hindu culture, Janmashtami marks the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna, celebrated with devotion and grandeur across India. This year, on August 26, 2024, Lord Krishna's 5251st birth anniversary will be observed with a myriad of rituals and festivities. Here are some interesting...

Janmashtami 2024: Stories Behind Offering Chhappan Bhog to Krishna; Know What to Serve

22 Aug 2024

In Hinduism, Shri Krishna Janmashtami is a festival of immense importance, celebrated with deep devotion and enthusiasm. It marks the birth of Lord Krishna, and many fascinating stories are associated with this event. One popular tale recounts how, at the time of Krishna’s birth, the prison shackles miraculously opened on...

Krishna Janmashtami 2024: Discover the Story Behind Lord Krishna’s Divine Birth

21 Aug 2024

Krishna Janmashtami, the celebration of the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna, is one of the most revered festivals in India, observed with great devotion and enthusiasm. In 2024, Janmashtami will be celebrated on August 26. The festival marks the eighth day (Ashtami) of the dark fortnight of the month of...

Banke Bihari Temple Advisory: No Entry For Children Or Elderly Until August 27 For Janmashtami Celebrations

21 Aug 2024

Janmashtami is being celebrated with great fervor throughout the Vraj region, honoring the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna. Both children and adults are coming together to celebrate and pay tribute to the deity. The management of the renowned Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan has issued a crucial advisory for those...