Dussehra
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Celebrates Rama's victory over Ravana — the triumph of good over evil. Effigies of Ravana are burned in many cities; in others, the day marks the conclusion of Navratri.
Tithi · Weekday · Lunar month
Shukla Navami
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Shukla Dashami
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Navami — sacred to Durga. Best for spiritual practice; major new beginnings are traditionally avoided.
Tuesday
Tuesday — ruled by Mars. An energetic, assertive day; good for action and physical work, less so for delicate matters.
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Nakshatra · Yoga · Karana
Shravana
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Dhanishta
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Movable nakshatra — favours travel, transitions, and changes of scenery.
Shula
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An inauspicious yoga — sun-moon energies clash today. Traditionally avoided for major new ventures.
Kaulava
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Taitila
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A movable karana — the regular daytime half-tithi. Suitable for most everyday activities.
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Tuesday, October 20, 2026