Major Hindu festivals: an overview
Diwali, Holi, Navaratri and more: why they are celebrated and how families take part. Dates change every year.
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Today’s moon
The moon phase and lunar day (tithi) for today, with the dates of the next full and new moon.
How to use it
A few simple tips
- The lunar day changes at different times in different places.
- Many Hindu festivals follow the lunar calendar.
- Check with your local temple for exact timings.
Today’s moon
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Calculated in your browser from the positions of the sun and moon, for your time zone. Traditional calendars (panchang) count the lunar day from local sunrise, and customs differ by region, so a local panchang or temple calendar is the final word.
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