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Buddhist monks have successfully completed their three-month rain retreat, a tradition that has continued since the time of the Buddha. During this period, monks remain in a single location, dedicating their time to meditation, spiritual practice, and preaching. They stay in vihars or monasteries and follow strict religious discipline throughout the retreat. This year, monks at Lumbini, ancient Kapilvastu (Tilaurakot), Nigrodharam, Mahawan, and Ramgram completed their retreat. The three-month period of meditation and practice concluded with Ashwin Purnima. According to Buddhist tradition, the rain retreat is observed to purify oneself and avoid unintentional mistakes, following the principles of Vinaya. During…

The Newar community in Bhaktapur has decided to celebrate Mha Puja on Kartik 4 (October 20, 2025) and Kija Puja (Bhai Tika) on Kartik 5 (October 21, 2025) this year. The decision was made in a meeting chaired by Bhaktapur Municipality Mayor Sunil Prajapati, attended by Taleju Temple priests and astrologers Dr. Birendra Prasad Kayastha and Kedar Prasad Daivagya Joshi. According to the priests and the lunar calendar, Kag Tihar will be celebrated on Kartik 2 (October 18), Kukur Tihar on Kartik 3 (October 19), and Laxmi Puja on the same day in the evening as the Amavasya Tithi begins…

Today’s PanchangB.S.: 2082 Ashwin 23, ThursdayA.D.: 9th October 2025 (Thursday) Sunrise: 6:01 AMSunset: 5:39 PMTithi: Tritiya till 26:49, then ChaturthiPaksha: Kartik Krishna PakshaNakshatra: Bharani till 24:36, then KrittikaYoga: Vajra till 26:50, then SiddhiKarana: Vanija till 16:02, then VishtiMoon Sign: AriesSeason: Sharad (Autumn)Ayana: Dakshinayana Today’s Horoscope Aries (Mesh)New opportunities in love may arise. An unexpected proposal could bring a positive turning point in your life. Support from friends will be beneficial. Taurus (Vrish)Progress in education will be significant. Those focusing on studies or exams will achieve success. Personal relationships will grow stronger. Gemini (Mithun)Investments made in foreign ventures may yield remarkable…

8th October 2025 (Wednesday) Nepali Date: 2082 Ashwin 22, WednesdayEnglish Date: 8th October 2025 (Wednesday) Sunrise: 6:00 AMSunset: 5:40 PM Tithi: Pratipada till 07:29 AM, then DwitiyaPaksha: Kartik Krishna PakshaNakshatra: Ashwini till 26:14, then BharaniYoga: Vyaghata till 08:56 AM, then HarshanaKarana: Kaulava till 07:29 AM, then TaitilaMoon Sign: AriesSeason: Sharad (Autumn)Ayana: Dakshinayan Today’s Horoscope Aries (Mesh)The day will be favorable. New opportunities are likely to arise. You may get a chance to attend social gatherings or special events. Taurus (Vrish)Be cautious while making decisions. Recognize those who may tempt you with false opportunities. Financial gains may remain limited. Gemini (Mithun)Indications of increased income. You may achieve good results in business and partnerships…

The Bada Dashain festival, celebrated for fifteen days, concludes today with the worship of Goddess Mahalaxmi, the deity of wealth, grain, and prosperity, on the occasion of Kojagrat Purnima. The night is observed by staying awake in vigil and devotion. According to the Nepal Panchang Nirnayak Samiti, the ritual of Akhil Balipurnima (complete sacrificial offerings) must also be performed today. With this, the tradition of receiving Tika and Jamara as blessings from elders, which began on Vijaya Dashami, also comes to an end. After completing the ritual, Jamara is immersed in nearby rivers, ponds, or other holy water bodies this…

Today’s Panchang Bikram Sambat (Nepali Date): 2082 Ashwin 20, MondayGregorian Date: 6th October 2025 (Monday) Sunrise: 5:59 AM Sunset: 5:43 PM Tithi: Chaturdashi until 11:25 AM, then Purnima Paksha: Ashwin Shukla Paksha Nakshatra: Poorvabhadrapada until 6:07 AM, then Uttarabhadrapada Yoga: Vriddhi until 2:26 PM, then Dhruva Karana: Vanija until 11:25 AM, then Vishti Moon Sign (Chandra Rashi): Pisces Season (Ritu): Sharad (Autumn) Ayan: Dakshinayan Today’s Horoscope Aries You may feel emotional and restless. Unnecessary expenses are possible. Stubbornness may create obstacles in work. Be cautious when dealing with government authorities. Taurus Discussions of auspicious events will take place. Courage and…

On the day of Ashwin Shukla Trayodashi, the tradition of visiting elders’ homes to receive Dashain Tika and blessings as the offering (Prasad) of Goddess Navadurga continues. After nine days of worship and devotion, the ritual of offering Prasad and receiving blessings from elders begins on Vijaya Dashami following the immersion of the goddess, and it continues until Kojagrat Purnima. Those who could not visit elders on the first day usually do so by the full moon day. In some districts of western Nepal, however, there is a practice of offering Prasad and receiving blessings only on Vijaya Dashami day.…

Today’s Panchang B.S.: 2082 Ashoj 19, SundayA.D.: 5th October 2025 (Sunday) Sunrise: 5:59 AM Sunset: 5:44 PM Tithi: Trayodashi till 12:56, then Chaturdashi Paksha: Ashwin Shukla Paksha Nakshatra: Shatabhisha till 6:50, then Purvabhadrapada Yoga: Gand till 16:50, then Vriddhi Karana: Taitila till 12:56, then Gara Moon Sign: Aquarius till 24:20, then Pisces Season: Sharad (Autumn) Ayana: Dakshinayan Today’s Horoscope Aries (Mesha)You will be able to stay focused on your goals and achieve success. Investments will be profitable. Courage and bold efforts may bring new opportunities. Taurus (Vrishabha)Old aspirations will be fulfilled. Your hard work will be recognized. Career progress and…

The tradition of receiving Dashain Tika continues today on Ashwin Shukla Dwadashi. After the commencement of tika on Vijaya Dashami, people have been visiting their elders to receive tika and blessings on Ekadashi and Dwadashi as well. Following nine days of worship during Navaratri and the immersion of the goddess, the practice of tika began on Vijaya Dashami. Those who were unable to receive tika on Thursday can continue the ritual until Kojagrat Purnima. In some western districts of Nepal, however, the custom is limited to receiving tika and blessings only on Vijaya Dashami. In contrast, in the Kathmandu Valley…

Date (BS): 2082 Ashwin 18, SaturdayDate (AD): 4th October 2025 (Saturday) Panchang Sunrise: 5:58 AM Sunset: 5:45 PM Tithi: Dwadashi until 14:03, then Trayodashi Paksha: Ashwin Shukla Paksha Nakshatra: Dhanishta until 07:08, then Shatabhisha Yoga: Shool until 18:55, then Gand Karana: Balava until 14:03, then Kaulava Moon Sign: Aquarius Season: Sharad (Autumn) Ayana: Dakshinayan Horoscope Aries (Mesh)A favorable day ahead. Obstacles will be removed, support will come your way, and business prospects look profitable. New plans may get initiated. Taurus (Vrish)Health improvement is indicated. Pending money may be received. Success will follow hard work, and family and friends’ support will…