India, Aug. 28 -- Raksha Bandhan is one such celebration in which a little string symbolizes a large emotion. Observed on Shravan Purnima, Raksha Bandhan is dedicated to the love, respect and bond between siblings. This year, 2026, Raksha Bandhan will be celebrated on the 28th of August, a Friday.

Traditionally, sisters give Rakhi ties to their brothers and pray for their prosperity and brothers give presents in return and express their concern however, nowadays, the significance of the festival has widened considerably. Brothers and sisters exchange wishes, pictures, social media posts and messages especially if they are unable to celebrate the occasion due to some reason. It is not necessary that a message on Rakhi should be very forma...