India, Aug. 20 -- : Raksha Bandhan is often celebrated as a festival that honors the bond between siblings, but it can also be a time to reflect on the relationships that shape your life. In 2026, the festival coincides with a partial lunar eclipse on August 28, offering a meaningful opportunity to look beyond traditional rituals and reflect on your family connections, unresolved emotions, and the patterns you may carry forward.

The eclipse will occur in the early morning in India, around the full Moon associated with Raksha Bandhan. Dr Jai Madaan, a spiritual mentor and Vastu consultant, explains that in spiritual traditions, the Moon is often linked with the mind, emotions, and inner world. An eclipse, therefore, can be viewed symbolic...