Raksha Bandhan celebrated across India with diverse cultural observances

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• [○ 1 SOURCE] Astrologers advise against gifting items made of iron, glass, or aluminum to sisters on Raksha Bandhan.
• [○ 1 SOURCE] Acharya Indu Prakash states that sisters performing zodiac-based charity can help remove obstacles from their brothers' lives.
• [○ 1 SOURCE] During the Rakhi ceremony, the brother should face East or North. newsindialive.in
• [○ 1 SOURCE] Brothers are advised to cover their heads with a handkerchief or cap during the ceremony. newsindialive.in
• [○ 1 SOURCE] Gifting black items is discouraged as the color is considered a symbol of negativity.
• [○ 1 SOURCE] It is prohibited for the brother to face South during the ritual. newsindialive.in
• [○ 1 SOURCE] The lunar eclipse on August 28, 2026, is a partial lunar eclipse.
• [● 2 SOURCES] The eclipse will be visible in parts of North and South America, Europe, and Africa.
• [● 2 SOURCES] Because the eclipse is not visible in India, Sutak rules and restrictions do not apply to the country.
• [● 3 SOURCES] The eclipse will not be visible from India because the moon will be below the horizon during the event.
• [● 2 SOURCES] Sutak rules are only applicable if the eclipse is visible in a specific region or country.
• [○ 1 SOURCE] The eclipse will reach its maximum depth when approximately 96 percent of the moon enters Earth's deep shadow.