As per Hindu beliefs, Sankranti is when the Sun transitions from one zodiac sign to another. So, when Sun goes into the Virgo sign, it is called Kanya Sankranti or Ashwin Sankranti.
Ganesh Chaturthi is also popular by the name “Vinayaka Chaturthi” or “Vinayaka Chavithi.” People celebrate this festival for the arrival of lord “Ganesh” from “Kailash Parvat” to earth.
Lord Krishna was believed to be born at midnight, people place idols of baby Krisha in a cradle after bathing, decorating and start the Janmashtami celebrations.