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How Many Days Should Kalava Stay? Uncover the Ancient Raksha Sutra Guidelines

Kalava, also called Raksha Sutra, is not just a thread it’s a symbol of protection, blessings, and spiritual energy. Traditionally tied on the wrist during religious rituals, festivals, or after a yagna, it is believed to protect the wearer from negative energies and invite divine blessings. But did you know…

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Rhea Chakraborty calls Showik Chakraborty her 'Forever Chapter' as they celebrate Raksha Bandhan together: Pics

Actress Rhea Chakraborty shared a heartfelt tribute to her brother, Showik Chakraborty, as the siblings celebrated Raksha Bandhan together. The actress took to social media to post touching pictures of the celebration, calling Showik her "Forever Chapter."

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J&K: Women tie Rakhi to Army personnel in Uri Sector

Raksha Bandhan is a traditional Hindu festival dedicated to the love and bond between brothers and sisters. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Raksha Bandhan 2024: What is the shubh muhurat today for tying Rakhi; check city wise details here

Raksha Bandhan, also known as Rakhi, is a cherished festival in India that celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters. This vibrant and joyous occasion, which usually falls in August, underscores the importance of familial relationships and the deep connection shared between siblings. It is a day dedicated to honoring…

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Happy Raksha Bandhan 2024: Best Rakhi wishes and messages to share with your brother or sister

Raksha Bandhan is a cherished festival in India celebrating the bond between brothers and sisters. It typically falls on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Shravana, which usually corresponds to August. The ideal time for performing Raksha Bandhan rituals is during the "Purnima Tithi" or full moon…

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Mumbai: Muslim women tied rakhi to cutouts of PM Modi to celebrate Raksha Bandhan

MUMBAI: Responding to PM Narendra Modi's call to the BJP workers to reach out to "Muslim sisters" and celebrate Raksha Bandhan with them, the BJP minority morcha in the city invited over 150 women on the occasion to tie rakhi on a cutout of Modi at the BJP office in…

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ITBP personnel celebrate 'Raksha Bandhan' with border population

India-China LAC guarding force ITBP organised a large-scale 'Raksha Bandhan' event to connect with locals of remote border areas under the 'vibrant village programme' of the central government. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Mehbooba joins Kashmiri Pandits to celebrate Raksha Bandhan

Former J&K Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti joined Kashmiri Pandits in celebrating Raksha Bandhan in south Kashmir’s Bijbehara town and prayed for the return of the community to the Valley

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Jagan, Naidu ring in Raksha Bandhan; where are our missing girls, asks Pawan Kalyan

On Raksha Bandhan, CM Jagan Mohan Reddy & TDP's N. Chandrababu Naidu & JSP's Pawan Kalyan extended greetings & stressed on the importance of women's empowerment & safety. CM promised to support women & TDP announced Mahasakthi & other schemes to make them self-reliant & successful. JSP chief highlighted the…

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Leaders spread the message of brotherly love on Raksha Bandhan

In an interesting display of the spirit of Raksha Bandhan, TDP Srikalahasthi constituency in-charge Bojjala Sudheer Reddy’s wife Rishitha Reddy tied ‘rakhi’ to the policemen who were at their residence. The police put her husband under house arrest, as were many other TDP leaders, allegedly to thwart the ‘Chalo Vijayawada’…

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Raksha Bandhan at Airmen Training School, MLIRC

Members of armed forces celebrated Raksha Bandhan with locals in Belagavi. KLS Public School organised activity to instill pride for soldiers among students. Air Commodore S. Sridhar, Education Officer Squadron Leader Deepika, Principal Shalini Sankroni and staff present. Students and women celebrated with MLIRC and Agniveer soldiers, followed by tour…

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Madhya Pradesh: First 'Rakhi' tied to Lord Mahakal in Ujjain

On the eve of Raksha Bandhan, the first 'Rakhi' was tied to lord Mahakal on Wednesday in the courtyard of Baba Mahakaleshwar temple in Madhya Pradesh's Ujjain. Read further on Dynamite News:

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J&K: Schoolgirls demonstrate sibling love for security forces on Raksha Bandhan

Far away from their siblings on Raksha Bandhan, the security personnel posted on the frontiers got a taste of sibling love on Wednesday as local schoolgirls tied rakhis on their hands in a show of gratitude for the services they render to ensure civilian protection. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Shubh muhurat of Raksha Bandhan between 8:04 PM and 11:36 PM on August 30, says Acharya Satyendra Das

This year, Raksha Bandhan will be celebrated on the night of August 30 and the festival of Rakhi will not be celebrated the entire day or in the morning hours like previous years, but rather during the night hours. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Raksha Bandhan, Onam festivity lends colour to Mumbai's cityscape

MUMBAI: As the full moon of the holy month of Shravan approaches the sky Wednesday, a set of colourful cultural observances fills the calendar. The Malayalee festival of Onam will be celebrated Tuesday with feasting and the pookkalam, a large floral rangoli.

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Delhi couple kidnaps infant after daughter asks for brother to tie 'rakhi', arrested

NEW DELHI: A couple was arrested in Delhi for allegedly kidnapping a one-month-old boy after their daughter asked them for a brother to tie rakhi on the upcoming Raksha Bandhan festival, police said on Friday.

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Cow dung rakhis: A sustainable way to celebrate Raksha Bandhan

RAIPUR : A group of 13 women from Raipur's Gokul Nagar Gauthan have been crafting rakhis using cow dung. The demand for these rakhis has increased, prompting a businessman from Ayodhya to place an order for 3,500 rakhis.

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Celebrate Raksha Bandhan with Muslim women, PM Modi tells NDA MPs

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has asked National Democratic Alliance MPs to reach out to Muslim women, especially during the festival of Raksha Bandhan.

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Happy Bhai Dooj 2022: Wishes, Messages, Quotes, Images, Facebook & WhatsApp status

Bhai Dooj is a Hindu festival which is observed in the month of Kartika just around Diwali. This festival is based on brother sister relationship and is much akin to the Raksha Bandhan.

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'Raksha Bandhan' box office collection Day 6: Akshay Kumar starrer sees 80% drop in collections on Tuesday; earns Rs 1.65 crore

The Akshay Kumar-starrer 'Raksha Bandhan' is panning out to be the actor's third consecutive dud at the box office.

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Raksha Bandhan cheers up Bhopal market, brings in Rs 20 crore business in a week

BHOPAL: Raksha Bandhan brought smiles on the faces of shopkeepers after two years of Covid as the crowd increased in the market exponentially in the past week. From Old City to the new part of the state capital, roads were in full swing for the purchase of the festival.

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Women leaders tie rakhi to Jagan

Raksha Bandhan celebrated at Chief Minister’s camp office

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Raksha Bandhan: Rahul, Priyanka share pictures from various stages of their lives

Rahul and Priyanka wished people on the festival that celebrates sibling bonds

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PM Modi celebrates Raksha Bandhan with daughters of PMO staff members

Officials said daughters of sweepers, peons, gardeners, drivers and other members working at PMO tied rakhis.

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PM Modi greets people on Raksha Bandhan

The festival celebrates the bond between a brother and a sister.

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