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Hans India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Come Raksha Bandhan, sport toon characters on your wrist
Hyderabad: This Raksha Bandhan is getting a playful twist as rakhis made of popular cartoon characters featuring Doraemon, Chhota Bheem, Shinchan, and Spiderman are widely available in the markets. Raksha Bandhan is a celebration of the sacred bond between brothers and sisters and is more than just a festival. It's a heartfelt promise of protection, love, and lifelong connection. On this day, sisters tie colourful rakhis around their brothers wrists, while brothers pledge to stand by them through thick and thin. Behind every beautiful rakhi lies a story of artistry, tradition and deft handwork that have kept this culture alive for generations. This year, Raksha Bandhan will be celebrated on Shravan Purnima on August 9. Kids love tying rakhis that reflect their favourite characters, turning the sacred thread into a fun and personal expression of love. The rakhi has evolved from classic Kalava threads to colourful cartoon companions. In Hyderabad's bustling Dhoolpet area, one such story threads through time at Satyanarayan Rakhi Ghar. The family-run rakhi-making hub has been handcrafting and selling rakhis for over 75 years. Shop owner Satyanarayan says, 'We start preparing rakhis two months before the festival. Ours is a joint family and 20 of the family members assist in working and helping in this family business.' What makes their work special is not just the vibrant designs but the devotion behind every thread. From sourcing raw materials from Kolkata, Ahmadabad, and Delhi to sitting together as a family to design and craft each rakhi, it's a labour of love and legacy. The family workshop behind the store turns into a hive of creativity where women carefully string pearls and their sons help them sort colourful beads and white pearls, while the elders guide the designs. The shelves are filled with rakhis made of pearls, stones, Rudrakshas and lights, each handmade with patience. And for the little ones, the family of Satyanarayan ensures a joyful surprise: kids rakhis featuring Doremon, Chhota Bheem, Pokemon, Spiderman, and other beloved cartoon characters. 'We have rakhis for every age and we know how much kids love their favourite characters, so we make sure they feel special too,' he said. The prices of the rakhis range between Rs 15 to Rs 90, depending on the size. Rakhis made with silver and gold plating are also available between a price tag from Rs 80 to Rs 350.
News18
2 days ago
- General
- News18
Chhari Pujan performed on Lord Shivas holy mace on Nag Panchami
Srinagar, Jul 29 (PTI) The 'Chhari-Pujan' of Lord Shiva's holy mace was performed on Tuesday at the Amareshwar temple in the Mahadev Gir Dashnami Akhara here on the occasion of Nag Panchami, officials said. Amid chants of Vedic hymns, Mahant Deependra Giri, the mace's custodian,� led a group of sadhus in performing the puja, they said. Giri now will carry the mace to the Amarnath cave shrine for a puja and darshan on the morning of Shravan Purnima on August 9, the officials added. The yatra will have night halts in Pahalgam, Chandanwari, Sheshnag and Panchtarni before reaching the holy cave. More than 3.93 lakh pilgrims have performed the Amarnath Yatra since the pilgrimage began on July 3. PTI MIJ OZ OZ OZ First Published: July 30, 2025, 00:30 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Mint
21-07-2025
- General
- Mint
When is Raksha Bandhan 2025? Date, Shubh Muhurat, Purnima Tithi & more
Tying a Rakhi is not just a tradition, it is a heartfelt ritual rooted in love and prayer. With each knot, a sister weaves her hopes, blessings and silent wishes for her brother's safety and happiness. It is her way of saying, 'I trust you, I believe in you, and I stand with you.' In return, the brother pledges his lifelong promise of protection and support. The red tilak she applies to his forehead is more than a symbol, it is a mark of honour, strength and divine grace. This simple act, filled with devotion, turns an ordinary moment into something sacred. It's a celebration not just of siblinghood, but of soul-deep connection. Raksha Bandhan will be celebrated on Saturday, 9 August, 2025. According to Drik Panchang, the most auspicious timings to tie Rakhi are as follows: Raksha Bandhan Thread Ceremony Time - 05:47 AM to 01:24 PM Duration - 7 Hours 37 minutes Raksha Bandhan Bhadra got over before Sunrise Purnima Tithi Begins - 02:12 PM on 8 August, 2025 Purnima Tithi Ends - 01:24 PM on 9 August, 2025 Shravan Purnima is considered a highly sacred full moon, believed to carry intense spiritual vibrations. Prayers made on this day are said to be especially powerful. When Raksha Bandhan coincides with Shravan Purnima, the festival becomes not just a familial ritual but a spiritually blessed union. It enhances the meaning of the Rakhi, turning it into a sacred thread of faith, devotion, and divine protection.
Mint
21-07-2025
- General
- Mint
What makes Raksha Bandhan 2025 the most meaningful night?
Tying a Rakhi is not just a tradition, it is a heartfelt ritual rooted in love and prayer. With each knot, a sister weaves her hopes, blessings and silent wishes for her brother's safety and happiness. It is her way of saying, 'I trust you, I believe in you, and I stand with you.' In return, the brother pledges his lifelong promise of protection and support. The red tilak she applies to his forehead is more than a symbol, it is a mark of honour, strength and divine grace. This simple act, filled with devotion, turns an ordinary moment into something sacred. It's a celebration not just of siblinghood, but of soul-deep connection. Raksha Bandhan will be celebrated on Saturday, 9 August, 2025. According to Drik Panchang, the most auspicious timings to tie Rakhi are as follows: Raksha Bandhan Thread Ceremony Time - 05:47 AM to 01:24 PM Duration - 7 Hours 37 minutes Raksha Bandhan Bhadra got over before Sunrise Purnima Tithi Begins - 02:12 PM on 8 August, 2025 Purnima Tithi Ends - 01:24 PM on 9 August, 2025 Shravan Purnima is considered a highly sacred full moon, believed to carry intense spiritual vibrations. Prayers made on this day are said to be especially powerful. When Raksha Bandhan coincides with Shravan Purnima, the festival becomes not just a familial ritual but a spiritually blessed union. It enhances the meaning of the Rakhi, turning it into a sacred thread of faith, devotion, and divine protection. In every laugh, every fight, and every silent moment, our bond speaks louder than words. This Rakhi, I celebrate not just a ritual, but the heart behind it. From solving my smallest problems to being my biggest strength, you've been more than a brother, you've been my safe place
Time of India
20-07-2025
- Time of India
Amarnath Yatra: 18th batch of pilgrims leaves from Jammu base camp to Kashmir
18th batch leaves from Jammu base camp to Kashmir JAMMU: The 18 batch of pilgrims on Shri Amarnath Yatra comprising 4,388 devotees left for the holy cave shrine situated in the Himalayas in south Kashmir on Sunday morning from two base camps in Jammu. 'A batch of 1,573 left for Baltal in a fleet of 64 vehicles escorted by security squad at 3.30am, while a second batch of 2,815 pilgrims left in a convoy of 115 vehicles at 4am,' officials said. The 38-day annual pilgrimage started from two routes after the first batch was flagged off from here by the lieutenant governor of the UT, Manoj Sinha, on July 2. The Shri Amarnath Yatra is scheduled to conclude on Aug 9 on the auspicious occasion of Shravan Purnima coinciding with Rakshbandhan. This year, with an objective of bolstering security during the Shri Amarnathji Yatra, the UT govt declared all the routes of the yatra as "No Flying Zones", including Pahalgam axis and Baltal axis, from July 1 to Aug 10.
