Wednesday, November 19, is the day of Margashirsha Amavasya – the first new moon night after Deepawali , as per Drik Panchang. This day is important as it marks the completion of one full lunar cycle since the festival of lights.

Margshirsha Amavasya timings

This year, Margshirsha Amavasya begins at 09:45:09 hours IST and continues till 12:18:22 IST the following day, according to panchang.astrosage.com.

So, if you missed making donations in the name of your ancestors during the Pitru Paksh, this is the time to correct that mistake.

On the auspicious occasion of Margashirsha Amavasya, the Amrit Kaal’s timings will be 01:05 AM to 02:53 AM, IST. Also, beware of the Rahu Kaal, it will be operational from 12:06 PM to 01:26 PM IST.

Otherwise, the day is well suited to fasting, rumina

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