Krishna Janmashtami 2026 falls on Friday, September 4

Exam-focused facts from the 3 September 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

Krishna Janmashtami will be celebrated on September 4, 2026, marking the 5253rd birth anniversary of Lord Krishna.
Ashtami Tithi begins at 2:25 AM on September 4 and ends at 12:13 AM on September 5, 2026.
Rohini Nakshatra begins at 12:29 AM on September 4 and ends at 11:04 PM on September 4, 2026.
Nishita puja time is from 11:59 PM on September 4 to 12:45 AM on September 5, 2026.
Dahi Handi is observed on Saturday, September 5, 2026.