August 9: Shravan sud 15: Raksha Bandhan (Click here to learn more)
Sisters tie an amulet (called rakhi or raksha) around the wrist of their brothers, and pray for their protection from surrounding evil.

August 15: Shravan sud 10: Independence Day
The day on which India became an independent, democratic nation.

August 16: Shravan vad 8: Janmashtmi (Click here to learn more)
The birthday of Bhagwan Krishna.

August 27: Bhadarvo sud 3: Sam-Shravani
Sadhus and Samvedi Brahmins change their janoi (sacred thread) on this day.

August 27: Bhadarvo sud 4: Ganesh Chaturthi (Click here to learn more)
The birthday of Lord Ganesh, son of Lord Shiv and Shri Parvatiji.