Wed Oct 09 13:19:57 UTC 2024: **Navratri 2024 Ashtami and Navami Date and Time Summary:**

1. **Navratri Timeline:** Shardiya Navratri begins on October 3, 2024, with the ritual worship of Maa Durga in her nine forms for nine days.

2. **Confusion About Dates:** There is confusion regarding the dates for Ashtami and Navami this year, as the tithis start in the afternoon and end the next day, extending into Dussehra.

3. **Ashtami and Navami Details:**
– Ashtami tithi starts on October 10, 2024, at 12:31 PM and ends on October 11, 2024, at 12:06 PM.
– Navami tithi ends on October 12, 2024, at 10:57 AM.
– The fast for Ashtami and Navami will be observed on October 11, 2024.

4. **Auspicious Times for Worship:**
– The rituals for Kanya Poojan on Mahashtami can be performed between 7:47 AM – 10:41 AM, and again from 12:08 PM – 1:35 PM.
– Rahukal, a time considered inauspicious, falls from 10:41 AM – 12:08 PM on that day.

5. **Significance of Ashtami and Navami:**
– Mahashtami is considered the most powerful day of Navratri, associated with significant rituals and worship of Maa Durga’s powerful form.
– Importance is placed on Kanya Poojan and the belief that Maa Durga defeated the demon Mahishasura on this day.

6. **Disclaimer:** The article notes that information provided may not be guaranteed for accuracy and suggests consulting experts before following the details.

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