Ganesh Chaturthi
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Marks the birth of Ganesha, the remover of obstacles. Clay idols are installed in homes and public pandals, worshipped for one to ten days, then immersed in water.
Tithi · Weekday · Lunar month
Shukla Chaturthi
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Shukla Panchami
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Chaturthi — sacred to Ganesha. Best used for prayer and removing obstacles, not for major new ventures.
Wednesday
Wednesday — ruled by Mercury. A communicative, intellectual day; favourable for study, writing, and trade.
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Nakshatra · Yoga · Karana
Hasta
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Chitra
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Light nakshatra — suited for swift, light activities — short trips, communications.
Shubha
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Shukla
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An auspicious yoga — sun and moon align favourably today. Considered supportive for most new beginnings.
Vishti
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Bava
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Vishti (Bhadra) karana — traditionally avoided for important new work; routine tasks are fine.
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Wednesday, August 27, 2025