Major Hindu Festivals

Indian Festivals and Holidays 2024: A Comprehensive Guide

Major Hindu Festivals

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• Holi
• Navratri
• Diwali
• Dussehra
• Ganesh Chaturthi
• Janmashtami
• Teej

Government and National Holidays

* Republic Day (January 26) * Independence Day (August 15) * Gandhi Jayanti (October 2)

Buddhist Holidays

* Buddha Purnima (April 8) * Bodhi Day (December 8)

Jain Holidays

* Paryushan (August 27 - September 4) * Mahavir Jayanti (March 25)

Sikh Holidays

* Guru Nanak Jayanti (October 31) * Baisakhi (April 14) * Hola Mohalla (March 10)

Hindu Calendar and Daily Panchang

* The Hindu calendar consists of 12 months. * The new year falls between mid-March and mid-April on the Western calendar. * Panchang, or panchangam, provides daily information including sunrise, sunset, and moon phase.

Countdown Timer for Fasting Days

* This page provides a countdown timer for upcoming fasting days and festivals.