Ashwin Shukla Dashami · Deity: Rama / Durga
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Panchang that morning (IST): Shukla Navami tithi · Shravana pada 3 · Moon in Capricorn
Vijayadashami celebrates victory in both its great tellings — Rama over Ravana, Durga over Mahishasura. It is also a classical muhurat for beginnings: new ventures, first lessons (Vidyarambham), and the worship of one’s tools and instruments.
Ravana effigies burn at sunset across North India; Mysore’s royal procession and Bengal’s idol immersions mark the South and East. Shami tree worship and Ayudha Puja — blessing the instruments of one’s livelihood — are the quieter home observances.
Ayudha Puja adapts perfectly abroad: laptops, tools, and vehicles get their annual blessing. Many diaspora Ramlilas stage the effigy burning on the nearest weekend.
| City | Sunrise | Sunset | Rahu Kaal (avoid) |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Delhi | 6:24 AM | 5:46 PM | 2:56 PM – 4:21 PM |
| New York | 7:12 AM | 6:08 PM | 3:24 PM – 4:46 PM |
| Los Angeles | 7:02 AM | 6:12 PM | 3:25 PM – 4:48 PM |
| Chicago | 7:08 AM | 6:01 PM | 3:18 PM – 4:39 PM |
| London | 7:32 AM | 5:56 PM | 3:20 PM – 4:38 PM |
| Toronto | 7:38 AM | 6:25 PM | 3:43 PM – 5:04 PM |
Times computed astronomically for each city on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. For today's full local almanac see panchang and Rahu Kaal by city.
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