Janmashtami

Devdutt Pattanaik writes: From 'makhan-chor' to rebel icon, MP's recasting of Krishna echoes Gujarat's warrior tradition

August 26, 2025 11:53 am

It reveals a historical push to downplay the playful and romantic sides of the idol for a masculine reimagination

'Arkestra' inside Jharkhand college during Janmashtami function sparks row

August 20, 2025 5:27 pm

ABVP seeks action, college principal says not aware of such an event

5 electrocuted during Janmashtami procession in Hyderabad

August 18, 2025 12:19 pm

The incident occurred at around 1.30 AM on Monday in Ramanthapur when the chariot with Lord Krishna's idol was being taken out in a procession, they said.

Delhi top cop suspends 8 officers over absence during Janmashtami duty

August 16, 2025 8:29 pm

According to officers, the Delhi Police Commissioner conducted a ground-level inspection in various parts of the Capital on Saturday. The police had stepped up security arrangements outside several temples and prominent markets across the city amid celebrations for Janmashtami.

Happy Krishna Janmashtami 2025: Wishes, Quotes, Images, Status, Photos, Messages and Greetings to Share on Lord Krishna’s Birthday Celebration

August 16, 2025 7:34 am

Happy Krishna Janmashtami 2025 Wishes, Quotes, Images, Status, Photos, Messages and Greetings: As we celebrate the festival today, on Saturday, August 16, indianexpress.com has curated the best wishes and heartfelt greetings to share with friends and family, spreading the spirit of love and faith.

Krishna Janmashtami 2025 Highlights: Date, Puja Timings, Images, Janmashtami Celebrations, Latest News

September 18, 2025 10:49 am

Krishna Janmashtami 2025 Date | Happy Krishna Janmashtami 2025 Celebrations Wishes Images Photos Highlights: Krishna Janmashtami will be celebrated nationwide on Saturday, August 16, 2025, with midnight puja and festivities taking place across the country.

Happy Janmashtami 2025: Wishes Images, Quotes, Messages, Greetings, Pictures, GIFs and Wallpapers To Celebrate Birth of Lord Shri Krishna

August 16, 2025 7:34 am

Happy Krishna Janmashtami 2025 Wishes Images, Quotes, Messages, Greetings, Pictures, GIFs, Wallpapers: This year, Krishna Janmashtami will be celebrated on Saturday, August 16, 2025; with the festival around the corner, indianexpress.com has listed best wishes and greetings to share with friends and family.

Krishna Janmashtami 2025: Schools, colleges to remain closed in several states on this date

August 12, 2025 9:11 am

Krishna Janmashtami 2025 Holiday: This year’s Janmashtami falls on August 16, a day after Independence Day. Students who have school holidays can expect a long weekend, till August 17.

Janmashtami 2025: When is Krishna Janmashtami—15 Or 16 August? Know date and timings

August 14, 2025 9:48 am

Krishna Janmashtami 2025 Date: This year, Krishna Janmashtami will be observed on Saturday, August 16, 2025, marking the 5252nd birth anniversary of Lord Krishna. Dahi Handi falls on the same day as Janmashtami.

When is Janmashtami 2025: Know the date, timings, and significance behind Krishna Janmashtami

July 31, 2025 11:34 am

Krishna Janmashtami 2025 Date, Time, Significance: This year, Krishna Janmashtami will be observed on Saturday, August 16, 2025, marking the 5252nd birth anniversary of Lord Krishna.

Day in pictures: CBI raids at Sisodia's house; Janmashtami celebrations; and more

August 19, 2022 10:37 pm

In pictures: Glimpses of Janmashtami 2022 celebrations in India

August 20, 2022 8:03 am

In this photo gallery, we look at photographs that capture the essence of the festival, which will be celebrated this year between August 18 and August 19.

Grand celebrations as India celebrates Krishna Janmashtami

August 19, 2022 9:18 am

This year, Janmashtami will be celebrated on August 18 and 19, according to Drik Panchang.

Janmashtami 2021: Celebrations take place amid Covid-19 fears

August 30, 2021 10:04 pm

Krishna puja is usually conducted at midnight; the ritualistic puja includes 16 steps which are part of the Shodashopachara puja vidhi.

How India celebrated Janmashtami

August 13, 2020 2:44 pm

As per the Hindu tradition, Krishna is believed to have been born in Mathura at midnight on the eighth day of the Bhadrapada month.

Janmashtami 2018: Lakhs celebrate birth of Lord Krishna with traditional fervour

September 04, 2018 6:54 am

Devotees across India celebrated Janmashtami, the festival that commemorates the birth of Lord Krishna, with great fervour on Monday.

Mumbai sees subdued Dahi Handi celebration; 1 killed

September 06, 2015 5:32 pm

Mumbai saw subdued Dahi-Handi celebrations on Sunday (September 6), in the backdrop of restrictions on height of pyramids and curbs on decibel levels.

Visulally impaired students celebrate Dahi Handi festival in Mumbai

September 05, 2015 8:03 pm

Visually impaired students from different schools join in the Dahi Handi festivities in Mumbai on Saturday.

Rani Mukerji turns Govinda on Janmashtami, Ajay, Bipasha celebrate Dahi Handi

August 19, 2014 1:26 pm

Bollywood celebrities Rani Mukerji, Ajay Devgn and Bipasha Basu took part in Dahi Handi celebrations in Mumbai.

Shilpa Shetty, Raj Kundra celebrate Janmashtami with son Viaan

August 18, 2014 11:54 am

Bollywood actress-turned-producer Shilpa Shetty along with her husband Raj Kundra celebrated Krishna Janmashtami with their two-year-old son Viaan.