Raksha Bandhan
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Sisters tie a protective thread (rakhi) on their brothers' wrists; brothers in turn promise to protect them. A celebration of the sibling bond.
Tithi · Weekday · Lunar month
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Purnima
Prev day 14:12 Same day 13:25
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Krishna Pratipada
Same day 13:25 Next day 12:10
Purnima or Amavasya — full or new moon. A potent day for devotion, completion, and intention-setting.
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Saturday
Saturday — ruled by Saturn. A disciplined, slow-moving day; good for completing pending work, less so for fresh starts.
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Shravana · Bhadrapada
Nakshatra · Yoga · Karana
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Shravana
Prev day 14:27 Same day 14:23
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Dhanishta
Same day 14:23 Next day 13:52
Movable nakshatra — favours travel, transitions, and changes of scenery.
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Saubhagya
Same day 04:07 Next day 02:14
An auspicious yoga — sun and moon align favourably today. Considered supportive for most new beginnings.
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Bava
Same day 01:52 Same day 13:25
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Balava
Same day 13:25 Next day 00:50
A movable karana — the regular daytime half-tithi. Suitable for most everyday activities.
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Saturday, August 9, 2025