On this 31st of August celebrate the festival of Ganesh Chaturti with a plethora of flowers around you. This auspicious festival is also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi. Hindus from all over the world welcome lord Ganesh into their homes and worship him. This day marks the birth of lord Ganesh. He is known as "Vigana Harta" (one who removes obstacles/) and "Buddhi Pradaayaka" (one who grants intelligence/wisdom).