Raksha Bandhan
Thursday, August 27, 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
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Shukla Chaturdashi
Prev day 07:59 Same day 09:09
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Purnima
Same day 09:09 Next day 09:48
Chaturdashi — an intense, transformative day. Best used cautiously for major decisions.
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Thursday
Thursday — ruled by Jupiter. The most auspicious weekday; favourable for learning, ceremony, and new beginnings.
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Bhadrapada · Ashwin
Nakshatra · Yoga · Karana
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Dhanishta · Pada 1
Same day 00:47 Next day 02:14
Movable nakshatra — favours travel, transitions, and changes of scenery.
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Shobhana
Prev day 07:57 Same day 07:54
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Atiganda
Same day 07:54 Next day 07:26
An auspicious yoga — sun and moon align favourably today. Considered supportive for most new beginnings.
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Vanij
Prev day 20:38 Same day 09:09
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Vishti
Same day 09:09 Same day 21:32
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Bava
Same day 21:32 Next day 09:48
A movable karana — the regular daytime half-tithi. Suitable for most everyday activities.
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Thursday, August 27, 2026