Hasta Nakshatra
Deity: Sun (Savitru) • Ruler: Moon
Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali)
Naraka Chaturdashi is observed on Ashwin Krishna Chaturdashi with early morning ritual baths.
Lakshmi Puja (Diwali)
Diwali and Lakshmi Puja are celebrated on Ashwin Amavasya.
National Education Day
Marks the birth anniversary of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, Indias first Education Minister.