The Latest Breaking News from Janmashtami

Jal Jhulni Ekadashi: The Little-Known Festival Where Krishna ‘Travels’ on Water

Most of us know Janmashtami. Many know about Krishna's playful stories in Vrindavan. But there is another festival where Krishna, or a form of Vishnu depending on the regional tradition, is quite literally taken out for a water journey. Sounds almost like a divine boat day, right? That is the…

MyLifeXP · Sep 26

Siddharth Gupta reveals how playing Lord Krishna helped him deal with ‘mental pandemic’ and find clarity

Actor Siddharth Gupta found portraying Lord Krishna deeply transformative. His preparation for the role offered clarity during personal struggles. The philosophy of karma yoga became a significant lesson for the actor. Audiences reacted emotionally, seeing Krishna in Siddharth's performance. Janmashtami now holds deeper personal significance for the actor.

The Economic Times · Sep 6

‘Diversity is true beauty of society’: Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman extends Janmashtami greetings

Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman extended Janmashtami greetings to the Hindu community. He stated that the country belongs to all citizens, who enjoy equal rights. Rahman urged strengthening religious harmony, tolerance, and mutual respect among people. He warned against forces attempting to create divisions and communal tensions. The Prime Minister…

The Times of India · Sep 3

Happy Janmashtami 2026 wishes: 100+ Krishna Janmashtami messages, quotes, greetings and WhatsApp status

Happy Krishna Janmashtami 2026 Wishes: Share heartfelt wishes, messages, greetings, Lord Krishna quotes and WhatsApp status ideas with family and friends as devotees celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna on September 4. From traditional blessings and devotional messages to short social media captions, these Janmashtami 2026 wishes offer a variety…

The Economic Times · Sep 2

School holiday tomorrow, September 3: Check state-wise update amid IMD's heavy rain forecast

School holiday tomorrow, September 3: Schools across India are not uniformly closed, despite heavy-rain warnings in Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh and parts of Uttar Pradesh. Any closure will depend on local authorities or individual schools. Punjab also faces planned school-bus disruptions in three districts, while several states may…

The Economic Times · Sep 2

Muslim social worker started Janmashtami celebration in Kolkata's Mominpore 58 yrs ago but now the muslim organisers have been removed and Hindus have taken over the committee

This year, a well-known Kolkata Janmashtami celebration is undergoing a noteworthy organizational change. The event, which has historically embraced multicultural involvement, will now be exclusively managed by Hindu members. This decision comes in light of comments made by a local BJP representative regarding religious festivities. The Muslim community has been…

The Economic Times · Sep 2

Janmashtami 2026 DIY poshak idea: How to make Bal Gopal dress at home using easily available items

Making Bal Gopal poshak: With Janmashtami approaching, it is the perfect time to create a unique Bal Gopal outfit at home. Simple household items such as fabric scraps, lace and ribbons can be used to make a charming poshak. Measure your idol carefully and cut the fabric to create a…

The Economic Times · Sep 2

Janmashtami 2026: How to dress your kids as Kanha Ji & Radha Ji using simple things you already have at home

Janmashtami Radha Krishna dress ideas: Janmashtami celebrations offer a lovely opportunity to dress children as Kanha ji or Radha ji. Simple household items can be creatively used to put together festive outfits for the occasion. Colourful dupattas and old fabrics can be transformed into traditional garments, while artificial flowers, bangles…

The Economic Times · Sep 2

September 2026 School Holidays: State-wise list of school closures, Check Janmashtami, Ganesh Chaturthi, and other festivals and regional holidays across India

School Holidays in September: In September 2026, various Indian states will celebrate a range of festival holidays, including Janmashtami on September 4 and Ganesh Chaturthi on September 14, both of which hold special significance. Other notable holidays include Vishwakarma Puja on September 17 and Anant Chaturdashi on September 25. It's…

The Economic Times · Sep 1

How to Make Dhaniya Panjiri at Home for Janmashtami?

Dhaniya Panjiri is something many families look forward to on Janmashtami. It is usually offered to Lord Krishna during the midnight puja and then served as prasad. The recipe is quite simple, so you can easily make it at home even if you are trying it for the first time.…

MyLifeXP · Sep 1