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India Today
4 days ago
- Politics
- India Today
PM Modi celebrates Raksha Bandhan 2025 in Delhi, extends festive wishes
Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked Raksha Bandhan 2025 by celebrating the festival at 7 Lok Kalyan Marg, his official residence in Delhi. The occasion brought together women and children from different walks of life, who tied Rakhis to the Prime Minister as a gesture of love, respect, and MODI'S RAKSHA BANDHAN MESSAGEPM Modi shared his greetings on social media, writing in Hindi: ' ' He also added in English: 'Best wishes on the special occasion of Raksha Bandhan.'His message reflected the spirit of unity, love, and mutual respect that the festival symbolises. advertisementSIGNIFICANCE OF RAKSHA BANDHANRaksha Bandhan, celebrated on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Shravan, honours the sacred bond between brothers and sisters. The tying of a Rakhi signifies the sister's prayer for her brother's well-being, while the brother pledges to protect her in all AT THE PM'S RESIDENCE At 7 Lok Kalyan Marg, the Prime Minister welcomed schoolchildren, women from self-help groups, and members of various event was filled with warm interactions, blessings, and light Modi personally greeted each visitor, shared conversations, and posed for celebration also highlighted India's cultural traditions and the government's commitment to women's TRADITIONS ACROSS INDIANorth India: Families gather to exchange sweets and gifts after the Rakhi Raksha Bandhan coincides with Narali Purnima, marking the beginning of the fishing India: Known as Avani Avittam, with thread-changing rituals observed by men in Tamil Nadu and RAKHI TRENDSIn addition to traditional gatherings, many people now celebrate Rakhi virtually by sending digital Rakhis, couriering gifts, or sharing heartfelt posts on social media. Public figures, including PM Modi, use these platforms to connect with citizens and spread festive Modi's Raksha Bandhan 2025 celebration at 7 Lok Kalyan Marg served as a reminder of India's rich cultural heritage and the enduring bonds of sibling love. His warm wishes and personal participation in the festivities reflected the spirit of togetherness and mutual respect that defines this festival.- EndsMust Watch
India Today
4 days ago
- Climate
- India Today
Delhi traffic diversions at Azad Market Underpass due to waterlogging
With the Raksha Bandhan festival coinciding with the weekend and recent heavy rains, several parts of Delhi are experiencing severe waterlogging and traffic disruptions. The Delhi Traffic Police has issued important advisories for commuters to avoid congestion and plan their journeys SEVERELY AFFECTED BY WATERLOGGINGTwo major spots have reported waterlogging, causing diversions and slow-moving traffic:Azad Market Railway Underpass, Ram Bagh Roadadvertisement Zakira UnderpassThese waterlogged points are creating bottlenecks for vehicles, especially with increased festive DIVERSION POINTS FOR AZAD MARKETTo manage congestion near Azad Market Railway Underpass, the following diversions are in place:Vehicles from Rani Jhansi Road Diverted to BarfkhanaVehicles from Barfkhana Diverted to Pul Mithai and IdgahVehicles from Pul Mithai Diverted to Barfkhana and Rani Jhansi RoadVehicles from Veer Banda Bairagi Marg Diverted to Old Rohtak RoadALTERNATE ROUTES FOR AZAD MARKET COMMUTERSBarfkhana Pul Mithai Idgah Old Rohtak Road Rani Jhansi RoadFollowing these alternate roads can help avoid long delays in the affected zone ZAKIRA UNDERPASS CLOSURE & ALTERNATE ROUTE PLANDue to heavy waterlogging, Zakira Underpass is closed for traffic. This affects people traveling from Ashok Vihar, Shalimar Bagh, Pitampura, and Adarsh Nagar (North West Delhi) towards Patel Nagar, Karol Bagh, and Moti Nagar (West Delhi).Recommended routeFrom Inderlok, take a left turn towards Road No. 40Take a right turn towards Swami Narayan MargContinue on New Rohtak Road to reach Karol BaghFrom Karol Bagh, proceed to Patel Nagar and Moti NagarDELHI METRO: A RELIABLE ALTERNATIVEWith road traffic expected to be heavy throughout the day, Delhi Metro services are operational and unaffected by rains. Using the Metro can significantly reduce travel time and help avoid the stress of navigating congested Metro stations for affected zones include:Adarsh Nagar Metro StationJahangirpuri Metro StationKarol Bagh Metro StationInderlok Metro StationGENERAL TRAVEL TIPS DURING RAKSHA BANDHAN WEEKENDAvoid known waterlogging spots and follow police early to account for possible live traffic updates before public transport whenever police directions at diversion points for a smooth flow of Raksha Bandhan weekend, the combination of festive rush and waterlogging is creating traffic bottlenecks across key parts of Delhi. By avoiding affected roads like Azad Market Underpass and Zakira Underpass, following alternate routes, and choosing Metro services, commuters can save time and reduce Delhi Traffic Police urges everyone to cooperate, drive safely, and plan journeys in advance.- EndsMust Watch
India Today
01-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- India Today
When is Raksha Bandhan in 2025? All you need to know
Raksha Bandhan, or Rakhi as it is popularly called, is India's favourite festival. It celebrates the relationship between siblings with love, care, and the assurance of protection. Raksha Bandhan will be celebrated on Saturday, August 9, 2025, throughout the country. The festival is not only about rituals but also a day on which families come closer together, homes ring with laughter, and the bond between siblings becomes sisters bind a vibrant thread known as a rakhi on their brothers' wrists, they wish them happiness, and brothers vow to guard their sisters and also present them with gifts as a form of reciprocation. The festival incorporates nice sweets, traditional music, and merry reunions as well, so it is a day cherished by families across all AND TIMING FOR RAKSHA BANDHAN 2025 In 2025, Raksha Bandhan will be celebrated on Saturday, August 9. The Shubh Muhurat (auspicious time) for performing the Raksha Bandhan thread ceremony is from 05:47 AM to 01:24 PM, giving a total duration of 7 hours and 37 minutes to tie the to Hindu Panchang, the Bhadra period, which is considered inauspicious for Rakhi rituals, will end before sunrise on this day, making it safe and ideal to perform the ceremony in the morning Purnima Tithi, which marks the full moon day, will begin at 02:12 PM on August 8 and will end at 01:24 PM on August 9, 2025. Thus, Saturday morning is the perfect time to celebrate this beautiful festival of love and protection between brothers and Bandhan is more than just a ritual—it is a celebration of love, trust, and togetherness. It reminds everyone of the importance of family and the strength of sibling bonds. The festival brings joy, unity, and a sense of belonging to families and communities across 2025, as families prepare for Raksha Bandhan on August 9, the spirit of the festival will once again fill homes with happiness and hope for a bright future.
