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Families across India and the diaspora are marking Raksha Bandhan 2026 by exchanging heartfelt wishes, quotes, and digital statuses to honor the traditional bond between brothers and sisters.
An advertising campaign featuring actress Kriti Sanon was taken offline after it became entangled in a public dispute between political figures Rahul Gandhi and Kangana Ranaut.
A man allegedly shot and killed two of his sisters in the Gangnahar area of Uttarakhand days before the Raksha Bandhan festival.
The Indian stock market will remain open on August 26 despite Eid-e-Milad, with the BSE and NSE observing only a settlement holiday. Trading will continue as usual, while clearing and settlement activities will remain suspended.
The portal for Delhi's 'Lakshmi Yojana' financial assistance scheme has gone live, with women queuing at registration camps. The Delhi government is now providing details on how to apply for the Rs 2,500 monthly aid, with the first installment expected around Raksha Bandhan on August 28.
Handmade religious bracelets crafted from cow dung have gained massive online attention, drawing mixed reactions from netizens regarding cultural practices.
With the 2026 lunar eclipse falling on Raksha Bandhan, Indian astronomers confirm the celestial event will not be visible locally, meaning traditional fasting restrictions do not apply for festival observers.
Rahul Gandhi has publicly defended actress Kriti Sanon amidst backlash over her outfit in a Raksha Bandhan advertisement, urging an end to trolling women. Sanon herself pushed back against critics, stating that culture resides in the heart, not the neckline.
The Indian state of Uttar Pradesh will provide free bus travel for women and one companion during the Raksha Bandhan festival.
The Delhi government announced it will provide ₹2,500 monthly to women under the Lakshmi Yojana, with registrations starting August 1 and the first installment expected by Raksha Bandhan.
An advertising campaign featuring Indian actress Kriti Sanon was withdrawn after viewers criticized her outfit as disrespectful to the traditional Hindu festival of Raksha Bandhan. The sponsoring brand, GIVA, issued a statement addressing the controversy and apologizing for any offense caused.
Gulf News outlines the cultural significance and customs of the Hindu festival Raksha Bandhan while highlighting related dining deals and restaurant promotions available across Dubai.
Bollywood actresses engage in public dispute after one director labels another promotional campaign as inappropriate, sparking debate over cultural advertising norms.
Saba Ali Khan recounted a humorous incident where her brother, Saif Ali Khan, playfully stole money from her wallet only to gift it back to her on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan.