Sharad Navratri
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Nine autumn nights of devotion to the goddess Durga in her nine forms, ending with Dussehra. Marked by fasting, garba, and dandiya in many regions.
Tithi · Weekday · Lunar month
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Amavasya
Prev day 21:39 Next day 00:19
Purnima or Amavasya — full or new moon. A potent day for devotion, completion, and intention-setting.
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Wednesday
Wednesday — ruled by Mercury. A communicative, intellectual day; favourable for study, writing, and trade.
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Ashwin · Kartik
Nakshatra · Yoga · Karana
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Uttara Phalguni
Prev day 09:15 Same day 12:22
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Hasta
Same day 12:22 Next day 15:31
Fixed nakshatra — best for long-term commitments, foundations, and permanent purchases.
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Brahma
Same day 02:16 Next day 03:20
An auspicious yoga — sun and moon align favourably today. Considered supportive for most new beginnings.
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Chatushpada
Prev day 21:39 Same day 10:59
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Naga
Same day 10:59 Next day 00:19
A fixed karana — these occur only at month-end and mark transitions. Often used for finishing pending matters.
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Wednesday, October 2, 2024