Raksha Bandhan
Friday, August 28, 2026
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
Purnima
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Krishna Pratipada
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Purnima or Amavasya — full or new moon. A potent day for devotion, completion, and intention-setting.
Friday
Friday — ruled by Venus. A harmonious day; suited for art, relationships, and beauty-related work.
- AmantaShravanaPurnimantaShravana
Nakshatra · Yoga · Karana
Shatabhisha · Pada 1
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Movable nakshatra — favours travel, transitions, and changes of scenery.
Atiganda
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Sukarma
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An inauspicious yoga — sun-moon energies clash today. Traditionally avoided for major new ventures.
Bava
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Balava
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Kaulava
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A movable karana — the regular daytime half-tithi. Suitable for most everyday activities.
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Friday, August 28, 2026