Sat Nov 02 05:30:00 UTC 2024: ## Bhai Dooj 2024: Celebrate the Bond of Brother-Sister on November 3rd

**New Delhi, [Date]:** Bhai Dooj, the festival celebrating the sacred bond between siblings, will be observed on **Sunday, November 3rd, 2024**. This auspicious occasion, also known as Yam Dwitiya, falls on the second lunar day (Dwitiya) of the bright half (Shukla Paksha) of the Kartik month.

This year, the auspicious time for performing the Bhai Dooj ritual, where sisters apply tilak on their brothers’ foreheads and pray for their long life and prosperity, falls between **1:10 PM and 3:21 PM.**

**Significance of Bhai Dooj:**

Bhai Dooj is a day dedicated to the love and affection between brothers and sisters. The festival holds immense religious significance, rooted in the ancient Hindu scriptures. Legend has it that on this day, Yamuna, the sister of Yamraj (the god of death), honored her brother by offering him a special meal, leading to his blessings.

It is believed that performing the Bhai Dooj rituals during the auspicious time brings prosperity and happiness to the family.

**Auspicious Timings for Bhai Dooj 2024:**

* **Dwitiya Tithi begins:** 02 November 2024 at 08:21 PM
* **Dwitiya Tithi ends:** 03 November 2024 at 10:05 PM
* **Auspicious time for Tilak:** 01:10 PM to 03:21 PM

**Celebrate the Festivities:**

This year, make the most of Bhai Dooj by connecting with your siblings, exchanging gifts, and sharing a delicious meal.

**Note:** Please consult a local pandit for precise timings based on your specific location.

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