Raksha Bandhan: PM Modi, Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh Extend Greetings, Celebrate Bond of Love and Trust

August 28, 2026 2:34 PM

Raksha Bandhan: PM Modi, Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh Extend Greetings, Celebrate Bond of Love and Trust

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended greetings to the people on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan and wished that the bond of love, affection and mutual trust symbolised by the festival remains forever unbreakable. In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Heartfelt wishes on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan. May this sacred festival bring happiness, prosperity, and success into all your lives. May the bond of love, affection, and mutual trust remain forever unbreakable - that is my heartfelt wish...

President Murmu extends Raksha Bandhan greetings, calls for strengthening bonds of trust

August 28, 2026 10:42 AM

President Murmu extends Raksha Bandhan greetings, calls for strengthening bonds of trust

President Droupadi Murmu on Friday extended heartfelt greetings to Indians in the country and abroad on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, saying the festival strengthens the bonds of affection, respect, trust and mutual responsibility among people. In a post on X, the President said, “I extend my heartfelt wishes for the festival of Raksha Bandhan to all Indians residing in the country and abroad.” In another post, President Murmu highlighted the ancient cultural and spiritual significance o...

Over 3.4 crore women become ‘Lakhpati Didis’; Govt targets 6 crore: Shivraj Chouhan

August 27, 2026 9:02 PM

Over 3.4 crore women become ‘Lakhpati Didis’; Govt targets 6 crore: Shivraj Chouhan

Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Thursday said the government is committed to making women economically self-reliant and has set a target of creating six crore ‘Lakhpati Didis’. Addressing women associated with self-help groups (SHGs) at Krishi Bhawan in the National Capital on Thursday, Chouhan said more than 3.4 crore women have already become ‘Lakhpati Didis’. He said women whose annual income is below Rs 1 lakh should be helped to increase their earnings beyond that level, a...

‘Rakshe, Ma Chala, Ma Chala’: President Murmu conveys Raksha Bandhan greetings with Sanskrit mantra

August 27, 2026 9:43 PM

‘Rakshe, Ma Chala, Ma Chala’: President Murmu conveys Raksha Bandhan greetings with Sanskrit mantra

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday extended her greetings to all Indians on the eve of Raksha Bandhan, recalling the festival’s deep-rooted cultural and traditional significance. In her message, the President highlighted the sacred bond symbolised by the rakhi thread and referred to the words “Rakshe, Ma Chala, Ma Chala”, saying they express the imploration, “May this bond of protection continue forever.” She said Raksha Bandhan has been an integral part of Indian culture and tradi...

One day free ‘Ama Bus’ travel for women in Odisha on occasion of ‘Raksha Bandhan’

August 27, 2026 1:51 PM

One day free ‘Ama Bus’ travel for women in Odisha on occasion of ‘Raksha Bandhan’

The Odisha government on Thursday made provision for free travel for women passengers on state-run 'Ama Bus' for one day on the occasion of 'Raksha Bandhan', an official said. Women are being allowed free travel in state-run buses for one day as per the direction of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and the proposal of Housing and Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra, the official said. The Comprehensive Region Urban Transport (CRUT) has ensured that women travel on Ama Bus ser...

President Murmu celebrates Raksha Bandhan with students from across India at Rashtrapati Bhavan

August 10, 2025 3:00 PM

President Murmu celebrates Raksha Bandhan with students from across India at Rashtrapati Bhavan

President Droupadi Murmu celebrated Raksha Bandhan on Saturday by hosting students from schools across India at the Rashtrapati Bhavan, marking the festival that showcased the country’s cultural diversity and spirit of unity. Students from government schools, Kendriya Vidyalayas, Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas, Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas (KGBVs), as well as children with special needs representing various states and union territories, participated in the celebration. On the occasion, Pre...

Raksha Bandhan with Modi: Threads of Love, Legacy and Leadership

August 8, 2025 6:58 PM

Raksha Bandhan with Modi: Threads of Love, Legacy and Leadership

In India, few festivals evoke the sense of emotional bonding and sacredness like Raksha Bandhan. Traditionally celebrated between brothers and sisters, it is a day when a sister ties a rakhi—a sacred thread—on her brother’s wrist, praying for his well-being, while the brother vows to protect her. But in today’s ever-evolving socio-political and cultural landscape, the symbolism of Raksha Bandhan has grown deeper and broader. It is not merely about blood relations anymore—it is about tr...

Women in Amritsar send rakhis to PM Modi, thank him for ‘Operation Sindoor’

August 8, 2025 2:33 PM

Women in Amritsar send rakhis to PM Modi, thank him for ‘Operation Sindoor’

Ahead of Raksha Bandhan, hundreds of women gathered in Amritsar’s Lohri Gate area on Friday to send Rakhis to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a token of gratitude. The women praised his leadership and firm stance against Pakistan, specifically citing 'Operation Sindoor', which they described as a fitting response to acts of terror. The even saw participation from women across different walks of life. They referred to their Rakhis as a “thread of thanks” — a symbolic tribute to the prote...