As <keyword id="20126824" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Janmashtami" source="keywords">Janmashtami</keyword> approaches, devotees of <keyword id="19906323" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Lord-Krishna" source="keywords">Lord Krishna</keyword> are eagerly preparing for the grand celebration of his birth. To adorn their homes, they purchase an array of decorative items, including balloons, flowers, and festive decorations. A special swing and outfit for Laddoo Gopal Ji are also part of the preparations. On the eve of Janmashtami, everyone ensures that all arrangements are in place to honour the occasion. This year marks Shri Krishna's 5251st birthday, with Janmashtami being celebrated on August 26, 2024. <h2><keyword id="21482710" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Janmashtami-2024-date" source="Orion">Janmashtami 2024 date</keyword> &amp; time</h2>Krishna Janmashtami is observed on the Ashtami (eighth day) of Krishna Paksha (the dark fortnight) in the month of Bhadrapada, according to the lunisolar Hindu calendar. This usually occurs in August or September as per the Gregorian calendar. <div type="Article" hostid="261" msid="112779889" title="Happy Krishna Janmashtami 2024: Wishes, messages, images and quotes to celebrate Shri Krishna's birth" mstype="2" mssubtype="0"></div> In 2024, Krishna Janmashtami falls on Monday, August 26th. The puja muhurat (auspicious time for worship) begins at midnight and extends into the early hours of the following day. Devotees stay awake through the night to celebrate, as it is believed that Lord Krishna was born at midnight, and they eagerly welcome his divine arrival. <h2>Janmashtami 2024 timings</h2><table style="border-width: initial; border-style: none; table-layout: fixed; width: 468pt;"><colgroup></colgroup><col /><col /><tbody><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Event </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Time </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Ashtami Tithi begins </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">August 26 at 03:39 AM </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Ashtami Tithi Ends </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">August 27 at 02:19 AM </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Rohini Nakshatra starts </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">August 26 at 03:55 PM </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Rohini Nakshatra finishes </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">August 27 at 03:38 PM </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Nishita Puja Timings </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">August 27, 11:26 PM to 12:11 AM </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Midnight Moment </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">11:48 PM </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Moonrise time </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">11:07 PM </td></tr></tbody></table> <h2>Puja steps for Krishna Janmashtami</h2>1. Begin your day by rising early and taking a holy bath before starting the puja. 2. Clean your home thoroughly, along with the photos and idols of all the deities. 3. Bathe Laddoo Gopal Ji and Lord Krishna. Decorate the swing with a soft, cushioned sheet, and gently place Laddoo Gopal Ji on it. 4. Dress Laddoo Gopal Ji in a beautiful outfit, adorn him with flowers, bangles, a mukut (crown), mor pankh (peacock feather), tulsi mala, and a chanda tilak on his forehead. Offer him food, water, and tulsi leaves. 5. Prepare various types of bhog prasad. 6. Once all the bhog prasad is ready, offer it to the Lord and spend the day chanting his name and reciting mantras. 7. As the birthday celebrations commence in the evening, prepare a thali with an assortment of fruits, dry fruits, kamal gatta, paan supari, meetha paan, akshat, roli, a variety of flowers including lotus, panchamrit, panjeeri, and homemade sweets. 8. Dress Baal Krishna in his attire and celebrate his birthday at midnight with devotion and enthusiasm. 9. Offer bhog and recite the aarti. 10. Visit the temple to seek Lord Krishna's blessings and partake in the prasad. 11. Those observing a fast may break it during parana time by consuming sattvik foods such as fruits, dairy products, and sweets. <h2>Mantras you can chant</h2><ul><li>OM Krishnaya Namah</li><li>Hare Rama Hare Rama Rama Rama Hare Hare</li><li>OM Shri Krishna Sharanam Mamah</li><li>Krishnaye Vasudveaye Haraye Parmatmane Pranatah Kleshnashaye Govindaye Namo Namah </li></ul>During the celebrations, devotees observe fasts, perform puja (worship), sing bhajans (devotional songs), and participate in various cultural activities. Many temples and households are beautifully decorated, often featuring a small cradle for Lord Krishna, adorned with flowers and vibrant cloth. <keyword id="20473570" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="fasting" source="keywords">Fasting</keyword> during Krishna Janmashtami is marked by strict dietary restrictions for many devotees. Some abstain from consuming grains, while others avoid certain foods like onions, garlic, and non-vegetarian dishes. 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As the auspicious festival of <keyword id="3578494" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Janmashtami" source="Orion">Janmashtami</keyword> approaches on 26th August 2024, devotees across India and the world are gearing up to celebrate the birth of <keyword id="19906323" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Lord-Krishna" source="keywords">Lord Krishna</keyword>, one of the most revered deities in Hinduism. This day marks the divine arrival of Krishna, the eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu, who is celebrated for his wisdom and love for his devotees. On this special occasion, sharing heartfelt wishes, messages, images and quotes is a beautiful way to spread the joy and blessings of Shri Krishna. <div type="image" title="Happy janmashtami" msid="112798008" hostid="261" sizebytes="1259813"></div> <h2>Wishes for Krishna <keyword id="19996782" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="Janmashtami-2024" source="Orion">Janmashtami 2024</keyword></h2><ul><li>May Lord Krishna steal all your worries and fill your life with love, peace, and happiness. Happy Janmashtami!</li><li>Wishing you a blessed Janmashtami! May Lord Krishna's divine grace be with you today and always.</li><li>On this Janmashtami, may your heart be filled with love, and your life be filled with happiness. Jai Shri Krishna!</li><li>Let the spirit of Janmashtami bring you joy and inspire you to live with love, humility, and devotion. Happy Janmashtami!</li><li>May the blessings of Lord Krishna fill your life with good health, wealth, and prosperity. <keyword id="8011345" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Happy-Krishna-Janmashtami" source="Orion">Happy Krishna Janmashtami</keyword>!</li><li>Celebrate the birth of Kanha with full fervour and joy. Wishing you a blessed and joyful Janmashtami!</li><li>May the divine presence of Lord Krishna always be with you and your family. Wishing you a very Happy Janmashtami!</li><li>May Krishna's blessings fill your life with love, laughter, and happiness. Happy Janmashtami 2024!</li><li>On this Janmashtami, may your heart and home be filled with the love and joy of Krishna. Jai Shri Krishna!</li><li>May Lord Krishna's flute invite the melody of happiness into your life. Wishing you a very Happy Janmashtami!</li><li>May the teachings of Lord Krishna inspire you to lead a life full of wisdom, love, and peace. Happy Janmashtami!</li><li>Wishing you a joyous Janmashtami filled with the blessings of Krishna and the love of your near and dear ones.</li><li>Let us celebrate the birth of the divine saviour with devotion and joy. Wishing you a very Happy Janmashtami!</li><li>May the love and blessings of Lord Krishna always be with you. Have a blessed Janmashtami!</li><li>May Lord Krishna bless you with all the things you desire and deserve. Wishing you a very Happy Janmashtami!</li><li>On this holy occasion, may Lord Krishna bless you with eternal happiness, love, and peace. Happy Janmashtami!</li><li>May you find your love and happiness on this Janmashtami. Wishing you a blissful Janmashtami 2024!</li><li>Let us celebrate the birth of Krishna with love, joy, and devotion. Wishing you and your family a blessed Janmashtami!</li><li>May Lord Krishna bless you with wisdom and courage to follow the path of righteousness. Happy Janmashtami!</li><li>Wishing you a Janmashtami full of love, peace, and happiness. May Krishna always be with you.</li><li>May the divine light of Lord Krishna always guide you in your life. Happy <keyword id="218220" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Krishna-Janmashtami" source="Orion">Krishna Janmashtami</keyword>!</li><li>On this divine occasion, may Lord Krishna bless you with love, joy, and peace. Happy Janmashtami!</li><li>Wishing you and your family a Janmashtami filled with love, devotion, and prosperity. Jai Shri Krishna!</li><li>May Lord Krishna bring joy, peace, and love to your life on this Janmashtami. Happy Krishna Janmashtami!</li><li>May the divine blessings of Lord Krishna bring you eternal happiness. Happy Janmashtami 2024!</li><li>May Krishna’s blessings bring you love and prosperity. Wishing you a blessed and joyful Janmashtami!</li><li>Let the celebrations of Janmashtami bring joy, peace, and love into your life. Jai Shri Krishna!</li><li>Wishing you a Janmashtami full of love, peace, and prosperity. May Krishna’s blessings be with you always.</li><li>May Lord Krishna’s divine grace fill your life with love, happiness, and peace. Happy Janmashtami!</li><li>On this Janmashtami, may you be blessed with love, happiness, and success. Happy Krishna Janmashtami!</li></ul><div type="image" title="Janmashtami" msid="112798015" hostid="261" sizebytes="1275199"></div><h2>Messages for Krishna Janmashtami</h2><ul><li>On this holy occasion of Janmashtami, may Lord Krishna bless you with prosperity and success. May you find peace and happiness in his divine love.</li><li>As you fast and celebrate on Janmashtami, may the love and blessings of Lord Krishna be with you. Wishing you a joyful and blessed Janmashtami!</li><li>Let us follow the teachings of Lord Krishna and lead a life of truth and righteousness. Wishing you a blissful Janmashtami!</li><li>The divine festival of Janmashtami is here! Let us celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna with love, devotion, and joy.</li><li>May the celebrations of Janmashtami be as joyful as Shri Krishna's childhood. Wishing you and your family a very Happy Janmashtami!</li><li>As we celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna, let us take a moment to reflect on his teachings and the path of righteousness. Happy Janmashtami!</li><li>On this Janmashtami, may you find the strength to overcome all your challenges with the divine grace of Lord Krishna.</li><li>Let us spread love and happiness in the name of Lord Krishna. Wishing you a joyous and blessed Janmashtami!</li><li>May the teachings of Lord Krishna inspire you to lead a life full of love, peace, and happiness. Happy Janmashtami!</li><li>On this divine occasion of Janmashtami, may Lord Krishna bless you with love, peace, and prosperity. Jai Shri Krishna!</li></ul><h2>Quotes of Shri Krishna</h2>“Do your duty without expecting the fruits of your labour.” – Bhagavad Gita <div type="image" title="Shri Krishna" msid="112798036" hostid="261" sizebytes="2058811"></div> “You have the right to work, but never to the fruit of the work.” – Bhagavad Gita “Change is the law of the universe. You can be a millionaire, or a pauper in an instant.” – Bhagavad Gita “Whatever happened, happened for the good. Whatever is happening, is happening for the good. Whatever will happen, will also happen for the good.” – Bhagavad Gita “When a man dwells on the objects of sense, he creates an attraction for them; attraction develops into desire, and desire breeds anger.” – Bhagavad Gita “There is neither this world, nor the world beyond, nor happiness for the one who doubts.” – Bhagavad Gita <div type="image" title="Radha Krishna" msid="112798105" hostid="261" sizebytes="2223783"></div>“The mind is restless and difficult to restrain, but it is subdued by practice.” – Bhagavad Gita “He who has no attachments can really love others, for his love is pure and divine.” – Bhagavad Gita “The soul is neither born, and nor does it die.” – Bhagavad Gita “The wise man lets go of all results, whether good or bad, and is focused on the action alone.” – Bhagavad Gita These wishes, messages, and quotes you can share with your loved ones to spread the joy and blessings of Shri Krishna on Janmashtami 2024. 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New Delhi: <keyword id="22930355" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Janmashtami-festivities" source="keywords">Janmashtami festivities</keyword> across the country led to a <keyword id="22930356" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="business-surge" source="keywords">business surge</keyword>, with transactions exceeding Rs 25,000 crore, according to the Confederation of All India Traders (<keyword id="20143308" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="CAIT" source="keywords">CAIT</keyword>). These figure highlight the robust consumer spending during the festival driven by the vibrant celebrations of <keyword id="20126824" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="janmashtami" source="keywords">Janmashtami</keyword>, marking one of the most commercially active periods of the year. CAIT's National General Secretary and Member of Parliament from Chandni Chowk, Praveen Khandelwal, stated that during this significant festival, large-scale sales were observed, particularly in flowers, fruits, sweets, deity costumes, decorative items, fasting sweets, milk, curd, butter, and dry fruits. Khandelwal said that festivals like Janmashtami are an important part of the Sanatan economy, which strengthens the nation's economy. CAIT's National President, BC Bhartia said that Janmashtami was celebrated with great enthusiasm across the country, especially in North and West India, where the festival was celebrated with much joy. <keyword id="20187217" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Krishna-Janmashtami" source="keywords">Krishna Janmashtami</keyword> was celebrated on August 26 this year across the country. Devotees traditionally fast and decorate temples and homes with flowers, diyas, and lights. Temples were decorated attractively, and there were large crowds of people visiting them. He highlighted that the special attractions of the Janmashtami festival included digital tableaux, selfie points with Lord Krishna, and many other delightful scenes. In cities, there were numerous bhajans, religious dances, and discourses by saints and sages. Various social organizations also organized large-scale Janmashtami celebrations. According to scriptures, Janmashtami is celebrated on the eighth day of the dark fortnight of the month of Bhadrapada. It is the day Lord Krishna was born. Earlier this month, the CAIT anticipated a festive trade of over Rs 12,000 crore across the country during the Rakhi festival. In 2022, the business during the Rakhi festival stood at around Rs 7,000 crore, in 2021 it was Rs 6,000 crore, in 2020 it was Rs 5,000 crore, in 2019 it was Rs 3,500 crore, and in 2018 it was Rs 3,000 crore, as per Khandelwal. The trade body said that the markets are witnessing a massive rush for shopping, and people are very enthusiastic about the festival.

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Janmashtami 2024: 8 spots to celebrate lord Krishna’s birth

If you're a salaried employee or a business owner who can't leave for a trip whenever you want and need to plan ahead, August is a great time for a vacation. In <keyword id="21604710" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="August-2024" source="keywords">August 2024</keyword>, there are some exciting long weekends thanks to holidays like Independence Day, Raksha Bandhan, and Janmashtami. This means it's a perfect time for you to plan a trip! If you plan your leave carefully, you can get up to five days off in a row. We're here to help you plan your August holidays and suggest some great travel options. We'll tell you about the top destinations you can visit near <keyword id="66" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Delhi" source="Orion">Delhi</keyword>, <keyword id="6358070" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Mumbai" source="Orion">Mumbai</keyword>, and <keyword id="6354321" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Bengaluru" source="Orion">Bengaluru</keyword> during these long weekends. <h2>Here's a breakdown of the long weekends in August:</h2> <div type="image" title="Calender" msid="112289713" hostid="261" sizebytes="143659" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Breakdown of the long weekends in August 2024.&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> Now, let's look at great places to visit near Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru during these weekends. <h3>Near Delhi:</h3>Jaisalmer, Rajasthan Known as the "Golden City," Jaisalmer is famous for its stunning sandstone architecture and desert landscapes. Explore the Jaisalmer Fort, Patwon Ki Haveli, and the picturesque Sam Sand Dunes, where you can enjoy a camel safari and witness a beautiful sunset. Munsyari, Uttarakhand A hidden gem in the Kumaon region, Munsyari offers breathtaking views of the Himalayan peaks. It's a paradise for trekkers, with routes like the Milam Glacier and Khaliya Top. The quaint village atmosphere and stunning natural beauty make it a perfect escape. Pushkar, Rajasthan A small town known for its sacred Pushkar Lake and the famous Brahma Temple, Pushkar is a spiritual and cultural destination. The vibrant Pushkar Bazaar is great for shopping, and if you're visiting in November, don't miss the famous Pushkar Camel Fair. <h2>Near Mumbai:</h2>Goa A popular beach destination, Goa offers a mix of sun, sand, and vibrant nightlife. Visit the beautiful beaches of Baga, Anjuna, and Palolem, explore historic churches like the Basilica of Bom Jesus, and enjoy water sports. Goa's rich Portuguese heritage and delicious seafood are added attractions. <div type="Article" hostid="261" msid="109562865" title="Things to do in Goa in monsoon to make the most out of your trip" mstype="2" mssubtype="0"></div>Alibaug A coastal town with beautiful beaches, Alibaug is ideal for a relaxing weekend. You can visit Kolaba Fort, enjoy water sports, or just unwind at the various beaches like Alibaug Beach and Nagaon Beach. Matheran A charming hill station free of vehicles, Matheran offers peaceful walks through nature. The views from Panorama Point and Charlotte Lake are breathtaking. You can also explore the many viewpoints that offer stunning landscapes. <h2>Near Bengaluru:</h2>Hampi, Karnataka: A UNESCO World Heritage site, Hampi is renowned for its ancient ruins and temples from the Vijayanagara Empire. Explore the Virupaksha Temple, Vittala Temple with its iconic stone chariot, and the Hampi Bazaar. The landscape of giant boulders and ancient structures makes Hampi a unique and fascinating destination. Chikmagalur: A paradise for coffee lovers, Chikmagalur is a hill station surrounded by coffee plantations. You can trek to Mullayanagiri, the highest peak in Karnataka, visit the serene Hebbe Falls, and explore ancient temples. Mysuru: A city rich in history and culture, Mysuru is famous for its magnificent Mysore Palace. You can also visit Chamundi Hill, St. Philomena's Church, and the vibrant Devaraja Market. The Mysore Zoo and Brindavan Gardens are other popular attractions. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/travel/india/webstories/10-most-beautiful-hill-stations-to-visit-in-north-india-this-august/slidelist/112213767.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink" target="_blank">10 most beautiful hill stations to visit in North India this August</a>

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New Delhi [India], August 18 (ANI): The <keyword id="19921618" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Confederation-of-All-India-Traders" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Confederation of All India Traders" meta.hostid="153" meta.entityid="Confederation of All India Traders">Confederation of All India Traders</keyword> (CAIT) on Sunday anticipated a <keyword id="22830196" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="festive-trade" source="keywords">festive trade</keyword> of over Rs 12,000 crore across the country during the <keyword id="21167659" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="rakhi" source="keywords">Rakhi</keyword> festival. The trade body said that the markets are witnessing a massive rush for <keyword id="22828356" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Rakhi-shopping" source="keywords">Rakhi shopping</keyword>, and people are very enthusiastic about the festival. It urged customers to celebrate the festival with Indian goods. Observing the demands for <keyword id="22830197" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="indigenous-Rakhis" source="keywords">indigenous Rakhis</keyword>, the trade body stated that customers prefer indigenous Rakhis over <keyword id="22828357" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Chinese-Rakhis" source="keywords">Chinese Rakhis</keyword> during this year's festive season. "For several years now, only indigenous Rakhis have been sold in the country, and this year too, there was neither demand for nor any presence of Chinese Rakhis in the market," the CAIT said in a note. Praveen Khandelwal, CAIT's National General Secretary and Member of Parliament from Chandni Chowk stated that the business during the Rakhi festival will reach Rs 12,000 crore, compared to last year's trade of approximately Rs 10,000 crore. In 2022, the business was around Rs 7,000 crore, in 2021 it was Rs 6,000 crore, in 2020 it was Rs 5,000 crore, in 2019 it was Rs 3,500 crore, and in 2018 it was Rs 3,000 crore, as per Khandelwal. Khandelwal and CAIT's National President, B.C. Bhartia, mentioned that this year, a special feature of the Rakhis is that special types of Rakhis have been made from famous products of various cities across the country. According to the CAIT representatives, the customers are also demanding Khadi Rakhi made in Nagpur, Sanganeri Art Rakhi from Jaipur, Seed Rakhi from Pune, Woolen Rakhi from Satna in Madhya Pradesh, Bamboo Rakhi made from tribal items, Tea Leaf Rakhi from Assam, Jute Rakhi from Kolkata, Silk Rakhi from Mumbai, Date Rakhi from Kerala, Pearl Rakhi from Kanpur, Madhuband Maithili Art Rakhi from Bihar, Soft Stone Rakhi from Pondicherry, Flower Rakhi from Bangalore, and more. There is also high demand for Rakhis that display national pride, such as Tricolor Rakhi, Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam Rakhi, Bharat Mata Rakhi, as per the CAIT representatives. They added that the designer Rakhis and silver Rakhis are also selling well in the market. The CAIT representatives expected festive sales of over 4 lakh crore due to the extended period of the festival this year which will be celebrated from August 19 to November 15 on the day of Tulsi Vivah. "This year's festive series will begin with <keyword id="6385850" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="raksha-bandhan" source="Orion">Raksha Bandhan</keyword> and continue through Janmashtami, the 10-day Ganesh Utsav, Navratri, Durga Puja, Dussehra, Karva Chauth, Dhanteras, Diwali, Govardhan Puja, Bhai Dooj, Chhath Puja, and other festivals, culminating with Tulsi Vivah. During this festive period, the business community across the country is fully prepared to meet consumer demands, and traders have stocked up adequately on all products," CAIT added.

Rakhi festive sales expected to surge over Rs 12,000 crore across country: Confederation of All India Traders

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Shrayansh Singh, an advocate who booked an IndiGo flight ticket from Lucknow to Bengaluru, noticed a ‘<keyword id="14431972" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="Cute-Charge" source="Orion">Cute Charge</keyword>’ listed in the payment breakdown of his ticket. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), he humorously questioned whether passengers were being charged for their own cuteness or if the airline was referring to its planes as cute. X user’s questioning IndiGo’s ‘Cute Charge’ has sparked widespread debate over the transparency and justification of various airport fees. The post quickly caught the attention of social media users and prompted a notable response from the airline. Singh voiced his frustration with the ‘<keyword id="22847048" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="cute-fee" source="keywords">Cute Fee</keyword>,’ along with other charges like the ‘User Development Fee’ and ‘Aviation Security Fee,’ which he found unclear and seemingly arbitrary. “Dear IndiGo, what is this ‘Cute Fee’? Are you charging passengers for being cute, or do you think your planes are cute?” Singh humorously asked. <div type="twitter" handle="_shrayanshsingh" handlename="_shrayanshsingh" favoritecount="0" retweetcount="0" id="1825509860596981982"></div> He went on further to question the airline about the additional charges on his ticket, including the “User Development Fee” and “Aviation Security Fee.” Singh asked, “What is this ‘User Development Fee’? How exactly are you developing me when I travel on your aircraft? And the ‘Aviation Security Fee’—aren’t my taxes already covering my safety when I fly? Or has the Ministry of Civil Aviation, Government of India outsourced aviation security to businesses?” The airline promptly responded to Singh’s query, clarifying that the ‘Cute Fee’ refers to the <keyword id="22866596" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="common-user-terminal-equipment" source="keywords">Common User Terminal Equipment</keyword> (CUTE) charge. They explained that this fee covers the use of various airport facilities, such as escalators, metal detectors, and other equipment utilised by passengers during their time at the airport. Despite the explanation, the response did little to alleviate Singh’s concerns. <div type="twitter" handle="_shrayanshsingh" handlename="_shrayanshsingh" favoritecount="0" retweetcount="0" id="1825524274125234325"></div> Shrayansh countered the airline’s explanation by arguing that airport security equipment, like metal detectors, falls under the jurisdiction of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) and should be funded by the government. “Isn’t this part of airport security? Aren’t the metal detectors the property of the CISF, as it’s a government security organisation?” he retorted, questioning why passengers are being charged for what he believes should be a government-funded service. The conversation around <keyword id="22866595" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="airline-fees" source="keywords">airline fees</keyword> has gained significant traction online, attracting both support and criticism from the public. Many users sided with Singh, sarcastically speculating that airlines might soon start charging for basic necessities like the oxygen consumed at the airport. One user quipped, “What’s next, usage fees for fuel nozzles at petrol pumps? Oops, I hope I’m not giving them any ideas.” Others defended the airline, arguing that such fees are common practice worldwide. “Airlines aren’t at fault here. The Cute Fee, User Development Fee, and Passenger Service Fee are all imposed by the Airport Authority to maintain the airports. Airlines are simply collecting these fees on their behalf,” one user noted. The issue of transparency and fairness in airline charges remains a central topic in public discussion, emphasising the need for clearer justification and communication of these fees to passengers. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/travel/india/webstories/exploring-safely-best-cities-in-india-for-female-travellers/slidelist/112653767.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink" target="_blank">Exploring Safely: Best Cities in India for Female Travellers</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/travel/india/webstories/janmashtami-2024-8-spots-to-celebrate-lord-krishnas-birth/slidelist/112654098.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink" target="_blank">Janmashtami 2024: 8 spots to celebrate lord Krishna’s birth</a>

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