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Diwali 2026

Celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights

Asianet News wishes you and your family a happy, safe and bright Diwali.

Sunday, 8 November 2026 Lakshmi Puja · 5:54 – 7:50 PM, New Delhi
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Shubh Muhurat

Puja Muhurat & Timings

Kartik Amavasya · Sunday, 8 November 2026
Lakshmi Puja Muhurat · New Delhi5:54 PM – 7:50 PMDuration 1 hr 56 min · local time
Downloads a reminder for New Delhi
Pradosh KaalNew Delhi
5:31 – 8:09 PM
Amavasya TithiBegins · Ends
11:27 AM, 8 Nov12:31 PM, 9 Nov
Dhanteras PujaFriday, 6 Nov · New Delhi
6:02 – 7:58 PM
Bhai DoojFestival closes
Wed, 11 Nov

Timings are based on panchang calculations for each city. Muhurat can vary by location and tradition; check your local panchang.

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Green Diwali

Full dhamaka, zero smoke

Celebrate a pollution-free Diwali. Pick a cracker, tap the courtyard to light it, and enjoy every bang without smoke or burnt fingers.

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