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Hindu religious festival calendar late 2026

Overview

The Hindu religious calendar for late 2026 includes a series of significant festivals in India. In October, observances begin with the conclusion of Shradh Paksha, specifically Sarvapitri Moksha Amavasya on October 10, followed by Sharad Navratri starting October 11 with Ghatasthapana. This period includes Maha Ashtami on October 18, Maha Navami on October 19, and Vijayadashami (Dussehra) on October 20.

Specific timing for Vijayadashami notes that Dashami Tithi is scheduled to begin at 12:52 PM on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, and conclude at 2:13 PM on October 21, 2026. This day commemorates the victory of good over evil, specifically Lord Rama’s victory over Ravana and Goddess Durga’s triumph over Mahishasura. Shastra Puja is observed in West Bengal on October 21.

Other October dates include Sharad Purnima on October 25, Valmiki Jayanti on October 26, and Karwa Chauth on October 29. Following these, the Diwali festival is scheduled to span six days in November, beginning with Dhanteras on November 6 and concluding with Bhai Dooj on November 11.

For October 23, 2026, the Shukla Paksha Dwadashi Tithi is expected to prevail until 2:36 PM, followed by Trayodashi Tithi. The day features the Chitra Nakshatra, ruled by Mars. Auspicious timings include the Abhijit Muhurta from 11:48 AM to 12:33 PM, Amrit Kaal from 12:57 PM to 2:33 PM, and Dhruv Yoga, which is considered a highly auspicious period for stability, active until 10:08 PM.

Entities

Mahishasura · Goddess Durga · Ravana · Lord Vishnu · Lord Rama

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Hindu Panchang and Horoscope for October 23, 2026

    The Hindu Panchang for October 23, 2026, highlights auspicious timings like Abhijit Muhurta and Dhruv Yoga, alongside astrological predictions for various zodiac signs.

  2. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Hindu Calendar Observances for October 2026

    The Hindu calendar for October 2026 features Dashami Tithi and Vijayadashami on October 20, alongside various lunar phases and nakshatras later in the month.

  3. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Diwali 2026 dates and festival schedule

    Diwali 2026 will be celebrated on November 8, with festivities running from Dhanteras on November 6 through Bhai Dooj on November 11.

  4. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Diwali 2026 festival schedule and key dates

    Diwali 2026 will feature a six-day celebration starting with Dhanteras on November 6 and ending with Bhai Dooj on November 11, with the main Lakshmi Puja occurring on November 8.

  5. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Hindu festival calendar for October 2026

    October 2026 features a dense calendar of Hindu festivals in India, including Shradh Paksha, Sharad Navratri, Dussehra, Sharad Purnima, and Karwa Chauth.

Sources

enavabharat.com · hindi.asianetnews.com · hindi.latestly.com · hindu-blog.com · horoscope.astrosage.com · prabhatkhabar.com · punjabkesari.com · samacharnama.com

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