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Tina Ahuja shared glimpses of her Raksha Bandhan celebrations with brothers Yashvardhan Ahuja and Krushna Abhishek, along with mother Sunita Ahuja and Arti Singh. The family gathering came amid ongoing public speculation surrounding Govinda and Sunita’s marriage

A minor girl was allegedly molested and assaulted by an unidentified man in Himachal Pradesh’s Sirmaur district on Raksha Bandhan. Police registered a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and POCSO Act, while raids are underway to apprehend the accused

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav accused the BJP-led Uttar Pradesh government of failing to deliver on its promise of free bus travel for women on Raksha Bandhan, likening the alleged betrayal to Ravana’s deception. He shared videos of women struggling to find buses and seats, claiming the announcement was not implemented properly.

Congress MLAs who had recently sought disciplinary action against Forest Minister Konda Surekha appeared uneasy when they encountered her at Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s residence, where she tied a rakhi. Some MLAs are learnt to have apologised to her, even as the controversy over her daughter’s allegations against the Chief Minister continues to simmer.

A 45-year-old woman died after allegedly being caught in a crowd crush during a saree distribution event ahead of Raksha Bandhan in Bareilly. Her family alleged delayed information about her condition, while police and organisers disputed reports of serious disorder at the event

Women and families in Adilabad villages marked Raksha Bandhan by tying Rakhis to statues of Army martyrs, offering prayers and recalling their sacrifices.

Educator Khan Sir celebrated Raksha Bandhan with girl students in Patna and announced plans to open an orphanage where children can study. He also said a cancer hospital project announced last year had been delayed but would be completed within two-three months

Kangana Ranaut faced social media backlash after criticising Kriti Sanon’s outfit in a Rakhi advertisement. Users shared pictures of Ranaut’s past appearances to accuse her of hypocrisy, while Sanon defended women’s clothing choices and argued that culture should not be judged by necklines

Surrendered female Maoists in Chhattisgarh’s Narayanpur celebrated Raksha Bandhan with DRG personnel, tying Rakhis on police officers’ wrists. The emotional ceremony highlighted reconciliation, trust and belonging, reflecting Bastar’s transformation as former insurgents leave violence behind and return to mainstream society

Mahesh Babu’s sister Manjula Ghattamaneni celebrated the sibling bond with a heartfelt Raksha Bandhan post, calling siblings “one of life’s most precious gifts”. She also expressed gratitude for her bond with her brothers while sharing a photo with Mahesh Babu

Several women leaders and Brahma Kumaris members tied Rakhis to Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Raksha Bandhan. Minister S. Savitha and MLA Galla Madhavi also tied a Rakhi to Nara Lokesh, while leaders including Y.S. Sharmila Reddy extended greetings

Actress Kriti Sanon has responded to criticism over her Raksha Bandhan advertisement outfit with a light-hearted social media post featuring her sister Nupur. Taking a subtle dig at her critics, she said they were focusing on what really matters

The New Delhi District Police organised a ‘Raksha Ka Vachan’ outreach programme at government schools on Raksha Bandhan. Police officers interacted with girl students, discussed personal safety and encouraged them to seek assistance, while students tied rakhis to personnel

Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Raksha Bandhan with schoolchildren at his 7 Lok Kalyan Marg residence, sharing smiles, high-fives and warm interactions. He also extended festive greetings, wishing for lasting bonds of love, affection and mutual trust among people

On Raksha Bandhan, Riddhima Kapoor Sahni shared a nostalgic 1986 childhood photo featuring herself, brother Ranbir Kapoor and mother Neetu Kapoor. The heartfelt post celebrated their enduring sibling bond, strengthened after father Rishi Kapoor’s death, while Neetu also shared the throwback

The IMD has forecast rainfall in several parts of India on Raksha Bandhan, including Delhi, where moderate showers are likely. Rainfall and thunderstorm alerts have also been issued for several Uttarakhand districts as the southwest monsoon remains active

Hyderabad’s major bus stations, including MGBS and JBS, witnessed a surge in passenger rush ahead of Raksha Bandhan and the long weekend. TGSRTC has planned special buses from August 26 to 30 to manage demand on major routes.

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A jewellery brand has withdrawn its Raksha Bandhan advertisement featuring Kriti Sanon after online criticism over her outfit. Kriti defended the campaign, saying cultural respect lies in emotions and traditions, not clothing. Kangana Ranaut also criticized the ad and questioned its festive appropriateness

Actor-politician Kangana Ranaut criticised Kriti Sanon’s jewellery advertisement, calling its portrayal of Raksha Bandhan “intentionally creepy” and questioning her outfit. The advertisement triggered a social media debate, with some users criticising the styling while others defended Sanon’s clothing and creative freedom