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The annual Pitri Paksha (Sixteen-Day Shraddha) observance, which starts from the first day of the waning moon in the month of Ashwin, formally began today (Monday). Devotees offered prayers and rituals at the Pashupatinath Temple and various other shrines across the country. Pitri Paksha, also known as Sixteen-Day Shraddha, continues from Ashwin Krishna Pratipada to Ashwin Shukla Pratipada, during which offerings such as tarpan, pinda, and sidda-daan are made to honor deceased ancestors. According to Hindu belief, performing these rituals not only fulfills one’s duty towards ancestors but also frees individuals from pitri rin (ancestral debt).

Date: 7th September 2025 (Sunday) | Vikram Samvat: 2082 Bhadra 22 Today’s Panchang Sunrise: 5:46 AM Sunset: 6:16 PM Tithi: Purnima till 11:49 PM, then Pratipada Paksha: Bhadra Shukla Paksha Nakshatra: Shatabhisha till 10:55 PM, then Purva Bhadrapada Yoga: Sukarma till 11:09 AM, then Dhriti Karana: Vishti till 12:27 PM, then Bava Moon Sign: Aquarius Season: Monsoon (Varsha) Ayana: Dakshinayana Today’s Horoscope Aries (Mesh)A favorable day with removal of obstacles. Professional gains likely and opportunities for new ventures may arise. Taurus (Vrish)Improvement in health. Pending money may be recovered. Family and friends’ support will keep morale high. Gemini (Mithun)A mixed…

The Chepang community is celebrating its national and religious festival Nwangi (Chhonam) today. Every year on September 7 (Bhadra 22 in the Nepali calendar), the community marks the occasion collectively with cultural programs and gatherings. Although Nwangi is observed throughout the month of Bhadra, the main celebration takes place on the 22nd, when members gather for rituals and festivities. This year, Chepangs from across the country have gathered in Kalikhola, Ichchhyakamana Rural Municipality–6, Chitwan, according to Govindram Chepang, central chairperson of the Nepal Chepang Association. He said the festival is celebrated in rotation every year in the districts with significant…

On Sunday–Monday night (Bhadra Shukla Purnima, September 7–8), a total lunar eclipse will occur. According to Prof. Shreekrishna Adhikari, Chairperson of the Nepal Panchang Nirnayak Development Committee, the eclipse will begin at 10:11 PM (touch), reach totality at 11:15 PM, peak at 11:56 PM, start exiting at 12:38 AM, and end at 1:41 AM. The total eclipse will last 1 hour and 23 minutes, while the entire eclipse duration will be 3 hours and 30 minutes. The phenomenon will be visible from start to finish in Nepal, India, and many parts of Asia. Astrological Effects by Zodiac According to astrology,…

B.S.: 2082 Bhadra 22, SundayA.D.: 7th September 2025 (Sunday) Sunrise: 5:46 AM Sunset: 6:16 PM Tithi: Purnima until 11:49 PM, then Pratipada Paksha: Bhadra Shukla Paksha Nakshatra: Shatabhisha until 10:55 PM, then Purvabhadrapada Yoga: Sukarma until 11:09 AM, then Dhriti Karana: Vishti until 12:27 PM, then Bava Moon Sign: Aquarius Season: Monsoon (Varsha) Ayana: Dakshinayana Today’s Horoscope Aries (Mesha)A favorable day. Obstacles will be removed, support will be received, and business benefits are indicated. Good time to start new plans. Taurus (Vrishabha)Health improvement is seen. Pending money may be received. Success will come according to effort, with family and friends’…

The traditional festival of Indra Jatra, dedicated to Lord Indra, the deity of rain and prosperity, is being observed today with worship and rituals. Celebrated every year on Bhadra Shukla Chaturdashi, the festival takes place in Kathmandu, Lalitpur, Bhaktapur, Dhulikhel, Dolakha, and other regions. It begins on Bhadra Shukla Dwadashi when the ceremonial pole, known as Indradhvaja (Lingo), is erected at Hanumandhoka after religious rituals. The celebration lasts for eight days with dances, chariot processions, and worship of various deities. The erection of the ceremonial pole is called Indradhvaja Uthaan. At its base, Lord Bhairav is worshipped. Traditionally, Indra Jatra…

The Madhesh Province government has announced a public holiday today (Friday) across the province. According to a notice issued by Bimal Prasad Baral, Secretary at the Ministry of Home, Communication, and Law, the decision was made as per the additional holiday provision mentioned in the provincial gazette published on Chaitra 22, 2081 B.S. The holiday has been declared on the occasion of Mohammad Jayanti, the ministry stated.

B.S. : 2082 Bhadra 20, FridayA.D. : 5th September 2025 (Friday) Sunrise : 5:45 AM Sunset : 6:18 PM Tithi : Trayodashi till 25:40, then Chaturdashi Paksha : Shukla Paksha (Waxing Moon) Nakshatra : Shravana till 23:16, then Dhanishta Yoga : Shobhana till 14:23, then Atiganda Karana : Kaulava till 13:50, then Taitila Moon Sign : Capricorn Season : Monsoon Ayana : Dakshinayana ✦ Horoscope for Today ♈ Aries – Support from family, academic progress, and beneficial internal investments. Be cautious with foreign travel or investments. ♉ Taurus – Success in social work, opportunities in service fields, stronger family bonds,…

The traditional Indra Jatra festival has begun in Bhaktapur from today. In various neighborhoods of the city, small wooden poles symbolizing Lord Indra have been erected. These poles are locally known in Nepal Bhasa as Yamwo Dyo. According to cultural expert Om Dhowbadel, the festival’s origins trace back to a legend involving Lord Indra’s mother, Vasundhara. On the fourth day of the bright fortnight of Bhadra, she needed Parijat flowers to observe a ritual fast and sent her son, Jayanta, to fetch them. While collecting the flowers, Jayanta was captured by demons. A battle ensued between the gods and the…

Today’s Panchang B.S. (Nepali Date): 2082 Bhadra 18, WednesdayA.D. (English Date): 3rd September 2025 (Wednesday) Sunrise: 5:44 AM Sunset: 6:21 PM Tithi: Ekadashi until 25:35, then Dwadashi Paksha (Fortnight): Shukla Paksha of Bhadra Nakshatra: Purvashadha until 21:43, then Uttarashadha Yoga: Ayushman until 16:02, then Saubhagya Karana: Vanija until 13:15, then Vishti Moon Sign: Sagittarius until 28:01, then Capricorn Season (Ritu): Varsha (Rainy season) Ayana: Dakshinayana (Sun’s southern course) Today’s Horoscope Aries (Mesha)Possibility of getting new responsibilities, but patience is required. Controlling expenses will help maintain financial balance. Involvement in social activities will bring both prestige and benefits. Taurus (Vrishabha)Delays or…