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Janmashtami 2023: Devotees worldwide celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna

Janmashtami 2023: The auspicious festival of Krishna Janmashtami is being observed by the Hindu community worldwide to commemorate the birth of Lord Krishna. The ceremonies for Janmashtami began last night (September 6) at 11:57 PM and will conclude at 12:42 AM on September 7. From celebrating the dahi handi festival to flocking to beautifully decorated temples, here is a glimpse of how devotees are celebrating this significant festival. 
Updated on Sep 07, 2023 02:24 PM IST

Krishna Janmashtami 2023: Devotees across the country celebrate Gokulashtami

Children disguised as Hindu deities Krishna and Radha pose for photos at a Janmashtami event in Kolkata.
Published on Sep 06, 2023 04:13 PM IST

Krishna Janmashtami 2023: Country gears up for grand celebrations

Students dressed as Lord Krishna and Radha pose during Krishna Janmashtami celebrations at Balurghat in South Dinajpur district, West Bengal.
Updated on Sep 05, 2023 02:38 PM IST

Krishna Janmashtami 2023: Interesting facts about Gokulashatami

Krishna Janmashtami, celebrated as one of the grandest festivals globally, holds significance for the Hindu community worldwide. It commemorates the birth of Lord Krishna, regarded as an avatar of Lord Vishnu. This year, the festival is set to be observed on Wednesday, September 6, with the traditional dahi handi celebration scheduled for Thursday, September 7. 
Published on Sep 04, 2023 02:03 PM IST

How is Krishna Janmashtami celebrated in different parts of India

Krishna Janmashtami, also known as Gokulashtami or simply Janmashtami, is celebrated by the Hindu community in India with great enthusiasm but the traditions and customs associated with the festive celebrations vary from one state to another. Here's how Krishna Janmashtami is celebrated in different parts of India: 
Published on Sep 04, 2023 06:00 AM IST

Janmashtami 2022: Amitabh Bachchan to Kangana Ranaut, celebs extend wishes

Krishna Janmashtami, also referred to as Krishna Janmashtami, Saatam Aatham, Gokulashtami, Ashtami Rohini, Srikrishna Jayanti and Sree Jayanti is being observed across the country today, August 19. On the occasion, several Bollywood celebrities including Amitabh Bachchan, Ajay Devgn and Kangana Ranaut extended heartfelt wishes through social media posts.
Published on Aug 19, 2022 03:39 PM IST

Dahi Handi 2022: Country celebrates festival with great pomp and grandeur

The Dahi Handi festival, also called Gopalakala or Utlotsavam, is part of Krishna Janmashtami festival which is marked a day after Janmashtami. This year, it is being observed today, August 19. As part of the festival, youngsters (called Govindas), dressed in colourful attire, make human pyramids to reach an earthen pot containing buttermilk suspended mid-air, and break it. It symbolises victory through unity.
Updated on Aug 19, 2022 11:30 AM IST

Janmashtami 2022 in pictures: India prepares for grand celebrations

Children dressed up as Lord Krishna pose during a competition ahead of the upcoming festival of Janmashtami, in Bhubaneswar. To celebrate the festival, devotees prepare sweets, keep fast, decorate the temples and dress up in traditional clothes.
Published on Aug 18, 2022 01:54 PM IST

Krishna Janmashtami 2022: Interesting facts you probably didn't know

Janmashtami, also referred to as Krishna Janmashtami, Saatam Aatham, Gokulashtami, Ashtami Rohini, Srikrishna Jayanti and Sree Jayanti, is a Hindu festival celebrated across the country. It marks the birth of Lord Krishna. This year, Janmashtami will be observed on August 19.
Updated on Aug 17, 2022 01:53 PM IST

Photos: Here's how people all over India are preparing for Janmashtami 2021

This year, the festival will be celebrated all over India on August 30. On this day, devotees fast and seek blessings from Lord Krishna. This festival is celebrated grandly in Mathura and Vrindavan where Lord Krishna is believed to be born.
Published on Aug 28, 2021 04:31 PM IST
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