India, Sept. 4 -- Krishna Janmashtami 2026 is being observed on Friday, September 4, commemorating the birth of Lord Krishna. The festival is associated with the Ashtami tithi of Krishna Paksha in the month of Bhadrapada and is marked by fasting, devotional singing and midnight worship.

The festival's main ritual takes place around midnight, reflecting the traditional belief that Krishna was born at that time in Mathura. However, devotees in different cities may follow slightly different timings based on their local Panchang.

Janmashtami 2026: What Is The Ashtami Tithi?

The Krishna Paksha Ashtami tithi begins at 2:25 am on September 4 and concludes at 12:13 am on September 5. The Rohini Nakshatra, which holds particular importance in t...