Raksha Bandhan 2026 celebrated on August 28

Exam-focused facts from the 30 August 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

Raksha Bandhan is celebrated on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Shraavan.
In 2026, Raksha Bandhan falls on Friday, August 28.
The festival commemorates the story of Goddess Indrani tying a sacred thread on Lord Indra before his battle with demons.
Rituals include performing aarti, applying tilak, tying rakhi, and exchanging sweets and gifts.
The festival celebrates the bond of love, care, and protection between brothers and sisters, including cousins and close family members.