Why Today is Special
Today, Saturday, 9 August 2025, is one of the most auspicious days in the Hindu calendar. It marks Raksha Bandhan, a celebration of the sacred bond between brothers and sisters, and also coincides with Shravana Purnima — the full moon day of the holy month of Shravan. In some regions, this day is also observed as Narali Purnima, Gayatri Jayanti, and the day for Upakarma rituals (changing the sacred thread for Brahmins).
Raksha Bandhan 2025 Shubh Muhurat & Puja Time
If you are planning to tie Rakhi today, doing it during the auspicious window brings blessings and positive energy.
- Rakhi Tying Time: 5:47 AM to 1:24 PM (India time)
- Purnima Tithi: Began on 8 August at 2:12 PM and ends today, 9 August at 1:24 PM
It’s recommended to avoid the Bhadra period, which falls before sunrise today.
Festival Significance
Raksha Bandhan: Sisters tie a protective thread (rakhi) on their brothers’ wrists, pray for their well-being, and brothers give gifts in return. It’s a celebration of love, trust, and protection.
Shravana Purnima: A spiritually powerful full moon day, ideal for performing Satyanarayan Puja, fasting, and offering prayers to Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva.
Narali Purnima: In coastal states like Maharashtra and Goa, devotees offer coconuts to the sea, praying for safety and prosperity.
Upakarma & Gayatri Jayanti: Important for those following Vedic traditions — a time for mantra recitation, learning, and spiritual renewal.
How People Celebrate
- Families gather early in the morning, perform puja, and tie rakhis before lunch.
- Temples see special Satyanarayan Katha recitations.
- Markets & homes are decorated, with sweets like laddu and barfi being exchanged.
- Fisherfolk communities offer coconuts to water bodies, marking Narali Purnima.
Panchang Highlights for Today
- Day: Saturday
- Tithi: Purnima till 1:24 PM
- Nakshatra: Shravana till afternoon
- Moonrise: Around 7:18 PM
Final Note
Whether you’re celebrating Raksha Bandhan with family or observing Shravana Purnima rituals, today’s auspicious timing ensures blessings, harmony, and prosperity. Make sure to perform your rituals during the shubh muhurat to receive the full spiritual benefit of this sacred day.
