6 Raksha Bandhan gifts that'll actually surprise your sibling

From mystery boxes to I Owe U lists, here are some great ideas for Raksha Bandhan gifts as you tie—or receive—a rakhi this August 9

Personalised gifts

Custom mugs, engraved accessories, or memory scrapbooks are great ideas, because they are often personal and thoughtful gifts.

Gadgets

If a budget does not stand in the way of your gift for your sibling, then a smartwatch, smart speaker, or earbuds are a great choice.

Books

Be it an e-reader or physical books, reading-related gifts will always stay evergreen.

A weekend getaway

The idea behind this is you gifting valuable time to your sibling in the form of a trip, a random bike ride, a chat at the boat jetty. The conversations are guaranteed to be top-tier, and so are the memories.

Mystery box

Fill it with weird snacks, secret notes, gadgets, and whatever crazy sibling-specific thing you can think of! The surprise is the whole vibe.

I Owe U list

Exactly as the name says, this is a list of things that you will inevitably do or get for them—basically your love, in coupon form.

Whether it’s practical or poetic, quirky or cute, don't forget to hug your sibling today. Happy Raksha Bandhan!