Sun Oct 20 02:38:39 UTC 2024: **Summary of the News Article:**
– **Karva Chauth Date:** According to the Hindu calendar, the Chaturthi tithi of Kartik month (Krishna Paksha) begins on October 20 at 6:46 AM and ends on October 21 at 4:16 AM. Therefore, Karva Chauth fasting will be observed on October 20.
– **Significance of Karva Chauth:** This festival is particularly important for married women who observe a Nirjala (waterless) fast for their husbands’ longevity, good health, and prosperity. The fast concludes after viewing the moon and offering Arghya.
– **Puja Muhurat:** The auspicious time for the Karva Chauth puja is from 5:46 PM to 6:54 PM.
– **Rituals and Offerings:** Women prepare offerings that include items like a picture of Karva Mata, water-filled pots, flowers, sweets, and various puja materials. The ritual involves offering Arghya to the moon using a copper vessel.
– **Bhadra Time:** This year, Karva Chauth falls within the Bhadra phase, from 6:24 AM to 6:46 AM.
– **Fasting Guidelines:** Women are advised not to wear white or black clothes, avoid using certain fabrics, refrain from disputes, and must not consume tamasic foods after breaking their fast.
– **Additional Notes:** The article mentions that the information provided is based on general beliefs and does not warrant confirmation by J Kannada News.
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