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On the second day of Navaratri, which falls on Ashwin Shukla Dwitiya (Tuesday), devotees across Nepal are performing special worship of Goddess Brahmacharini, the second of the nine forms of Goddess Durga. On the first day of Navaratri (Monday), Ghatasthapana was observed with the Vedic ritual of sowing barley seeds (Jamara) and invoking Shailaputri, the first form of the Goddess, for worship. On the second day, devotees invoke Brahmacharini at the same sacred site for rituals and prayers. Throughout the nine days of Navaratri, recitations of sacred texts such as the Durga Saptashati (Chandi) and Shrimad Devi Bhagwat are performed.…

Today’s Panchang Vikram Samvat (Nepali Calendar): 2082 Ashwin 7, TuesdayGregorian Date: 23rd September 2025 (Tuesday) Sunrise: 5:53 AM Sunset: 5:57 PM Tithi (Lunar Day): Dwitiya until 26:49, then Tritiya Paksha (Fortnight): Ashwin Shukla Paksha (Waxing Phase) Nakshatra (Constellation): Hasta until 13:17, then Chitra Yoga: Brahma until 21:06, then Aindra Karana: Balava until 14:02, then Kaulava Moon Sign: Virgo until 26:21, then Libra Season: Sharad (Autumn) Ayana: Dakshinayana (Sun’s southward movement) Today’s Horoscope AriesProgress in business and trade is indicated. Property transactions will be profitable. Social recognition and appreciation at work are likely. TaurusNew investments may not yield expected benefits. Expenses…

Panchang Details Nepali Date (Vikram Samvat): 2082 Ashwin 6, Monday Gregorian Date: 22nd September 2025 (Monday) Sunrise: 5:52 AM Sunset: 5:59 PM Tithi (Lunar Day): Pratipada until 25:22, then Dwitiya Paksha (Fortnight): Ashwin Shukla Paksha (Waxing Moon) Nakshatra (Constellation): Uttar Phalguni until 11:29, then Hasta Yoga: Shukla until 21:03, then Brahma Karana: Kinstughna until 12:48, then Bava Moon Sign: Virgo Season: Sharad (Autumn) Ayana: Dakshinayana (Southern Solstice Period) Horoscope Predictions Aries (Chu, Che, Cho, La, Li, Lu, Le, Lo, A)Past efforts will bring rewards. Business expansion and new investment opportunities are likely. Family harmony will increase, and travel or studies…

The Nepal Panchang Nirnayaak Bikas Samiti has confirmed that today’s (Sunday) solar eclipse will not be visible from Nepal, and therefore no Sutak (ritual impurity period) will be observed. Type of Eclipse: Partial Solar Eclipse Timing (Nepal Time): Starts: Sunday, 10:44 PM Ends: Monday, 3:08 AM Visibility: Southern Hemisphere only – visible in countries like New Zealand, Australia, Fiji, Tonga, and Antarctica. Since the Sun will already be below the horizon during this time in Nepal, the eclipse cannot be seen here. According to Hindu scriptures, if an eclipse is not visible in the local sky, it carries no astrological effects or ritual restrictions, including Sutak or the need to…

The fortnight of Pitri Paksha (Sorah Shraddha), which began on Ashwin Krishna Pratipada, concludes this afternoon with tarpan, sidadaan, and pindadaan offered to departed ancestors. According to Hindu tradition, this is a sacred period when descendants honor their forefathers to express gratitude and fulfill ancestral duties. Final Day: Ashwin Krishna Amavasya (Aunsi) Key Rituals: Tarpan (water offering), Sidadaan (donation of grains), Pindadaan (offering of rice balls) Special Provision: If Shraddha could not be performed on earlier dates of this fortnight, it can be performed today. Alternative Days: If not possible today, Shraddha can be performed from Ashwin Shukla Pratipada to…

Date (BS): 2082 Ashwin 5, SundayDate (AD): 21 September 2025, Sunday Sunrise: 5:52 AM Sunset: 6:00 PM Tithi: Amavasya until 24:21, then Pratipada Paksha: Ashwin Krishna Paksha Nakshatra: Purva Phalguni until 10:08, then Uttara Phalguni Yoga: Shubha until 21:22, then Shukla Karana: Chatushpad until 12:02, then Naag Moon Sign: Leo until 16:25, then Virgo Season: Sharad (Autumn) Ayana: Dakshinayan (Southern Solstice) Horoscope Predictions Aries (Mesh) A favorable time for academic and intellectual activities. Exams and competitive tasks may bring positive results. Creative and intellectual fields indicate success. Business and career prospects show moderate gains. Taurus (Vrish) You may feel restless…

Bikram Sambat (Nepali Calendar): 2082 Ashwin 4, SaturdayGregorian Date: 20 September 2025 (Saturday) Sunrise: 5:51 AM Sunset: 6:01 PM Tithi (Lunar Day): Chaturdashi until 11:51 PM, then Amavasya Paksha (Fortnight): Krishna Paksha (Waning Moon) of Ashwin Nakshatra (Constellation): Magha until 9:17 AM, then Purva Phalguni Yoga: Sadhya until 10:04 PM, then Shubha Karana: Vishti until 11:47 AM, then Shakuni Moon Sign: Leo Season: Sharad (Autumn) Ayana: Dakshinayana (Sun’s southward journey) Daily Horoscope Aries (Mesh)Positive achievements in professional matters are indicated. Income will increase. Your speech will have influence, improving personal and social relationships. Love and academic pursuits will also be…

B.S. Date: 2082 Ashwin 3, Friday A.D. Date: 19th September 2025 (Friday) Sunrise: 5:51 AM Sunset: 6:02 PM Tithi: Trayodashi until 11:51 PM, then Chaturdashi Paksha: Ashwin Krishna Paksha Nakshatra: Ashlesha until 8:55 AM, then Magha Yoga: Siddha until 11:09 PM, then Sadhya Karana: Gara until 12:02 PM, then Vanija Moon Sign: Cancer until 8:55 AM, then Leo Season: Sharad (Autumn) Ayana: Dakshinayana (Southern Solstice) Today’s Horoscope AriesToday will be generally favorable. Progress will continue in political, social, and business fields, while foreign-related matters may bring particularly beneficial results. Income is likely to increase. TaurusThe day will be auspicious. Control…

Panchang of the Day Bikram Sambat: 2082 Ashwin 2, ThursdayGregorian Date: 18th September 2025 (Thursday) Sunrise: 5:51 AM Sunset: 6:03 PM Tithi: Dwadashi till 24:21, then Trayodashi Paksha: Krishna Paksha of Ashwin Nakshatra: Pushya till 09:02, then Ashlesha Yoga: Shiva till 24:39, then Siddha Karana: Kaulava till 12:47, then Taitila Moon Sign: Cancer Season (Ritu): Sharad (Autumn) Ayana: Dakshinayana Horoscope for Today Aries (Mesha):Avoid making new investment decisions today. Financial pressure and management issues may arise. Progress in studies will remain average, while minor misunderstandings may occur in family life. Taurus (Vrishabha):New income sources can be expanded through investments. Chances…