Karthika Masam 2026 begins on Tuesday, November 10, and ends on Tuesday, December 8, according to the Telugu panchangam for Hyderabad. The 29-day observance follows Deepavali and brings together traditions of worshipping Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu. Across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, families mark the month with evening deepams, temple visits, Monday fasts and prayers. The four Karthika Somavarams fall on November 16, 23 and 30 and December

Diwali 2026 falls on Sunday, November 8, with the Lakshmi Puja muhurat in New Delhi from 5:54 PM to 7:50 PM IST. Check the evening puja window for six Indian cities and explore the traditions and foods associated with Deepavali.

Bhai Dooj 2026 falls on Wednesday, November 11, with the supplied calendar listing an afternoon tilak window. Sisters traditionally apply a tilak to their brothers’ foreheads and pray for their wellbeing.