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Naraka Chaturdashi

Sun, November 12, 2023 · Computed (rule)

3 yr ago

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Krishna’s victory over the demon Narakasura: the main day of Deepavali in South India (North India’s Choti Diwali is often the day before). Ashvin, Krishna 14. Regional dates can differ by a day.

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TentativeNov 12, 2023Naraka ChaturdashiAn event.3 yr agoWikipedia, computed
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Computed: the tithi prevailing at sunrise in New Delhi, amanta month by the Sun’s sidereal sign (Lahiri) at the opening new moon, with Astronomy Engine. Checked against published dates for 2023 to 2026.
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  • 2026-09-26: added to 2023-11-12