Diwali
Sunday, November 8, 2026
The festival of lights, marking Rama's return to Ayodhya and the worship of Lakshmi, goddess of prosperity. Homes are lit with diyas; families perform Lakshmi puja and exchange sweets.
Tithi · Weekday · Lunar month
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Krishna Chaturdashi
Prev day 10:48 Same day 11:28
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Amavasya
Same day 11:28 Next day 12:31
Chaturdashi — an intense, transformative day. Best used cautiously for major decisions.
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Sunday
Sunday — ruled by the Sun. A day of vitality and authority; good for leadership tasks and self-care.
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Kartik · Margashirsha
Nakshatra · Yoga · Karana
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Swati · Pada 1
Same day 05:53 Next day 07:24
Movable nakshatra — favours travel, transitions, and changes of scenery.
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Ayushman
Same day 03:29 Next day 03:04
An auspicious yoga — sun and moon align favourably today. Considered supportive for most new beginnings.
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Shakuni
Prev day 23:05 Same day 11:28
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Chatushpada
Same day 11:28 Same day 23:57
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Naga
Same day 23:57 Next day 12:31
A fixed karana — these occur only at month-end and mark transitions. Often used for finishing pending matters.
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Sunday, November 8, 2026