Hindu Calendar August 2024: Festivals, Holidays, and Panchang
Monthly Overview
The Hindu calendar for August 2024 encompasses the lunar months of Sravana and Bhadra.
Key Dates
- Shukla Paksha begins: August 8
- Krishna Paksha begins: August 23
- Purnima: August 18
- Amavasya: August 2
Festivals and Events
- Raksha Bandhan: August 18, marks the bond between siblings
- Muharram: August 19, the first day of the Islamic lunar year
- Janmashtami: August 20, celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna
Holidays
- Independence Day: August 15, a national holiday
- Krishna Janmashtami: August 20, a state holiday in some areas
Panchang
The daily panchang provides astrological information:
- Tithi: Lunar day
- Vrat: Religious fasting days
- Nakshatra: Lunar constellation
- Yoga: Celestial position of the Sun and Moon
- Karana: Half of a lunar day
- Rashi: Zodiac sign
Conclusion
The Hindu calendar for August 2024 provides a comprehensive overview of festivals, holidays, and panchang information.
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