Naraka Chaturdashi
Also known as Choti Diwali, Kali Chaudas
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Sunday 8 November 2026
Observance date and times for Hamilton, New Zealand.
| Tithi begins | 6:19 pm, Saturday 7 November 2026 |
|---|---|
| Tithi ends | 6:59 pm |
About Naraka Chaturdashi
Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali) recalls Krishna’s victory over the demon Narakasura.
How it is observed
Many families take an early oil bath (abhyanga snan) before sunrise and light lamps in the evening. In South India this is the main day of Deepavali.
About the time shown: The ritual bath is taken before sunrise while Chaturdashi is current.
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Calendar basis
Ashwin (amanta) / Kartika (purnimanta) Krishna Chaturdashi; tithi prevailing at arunodaya
Tradition: Pan-Hindu. Customs differ between regions and families — follow your family tradition or temple where it differs.
Across New Zealand
| City | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Auckland | Sun 8 Nov | — |
| Hamilton | Sun 8 Nov | — |
| Tauranga | Sun 8 Nov | — |
| Wellington | Sun 8 Nov | — |
| Palmerston North | Sun 8 Nov | — |
| Christchurch | Sun 8 Nov | — |
| Dunedin | Sun 8 Nov | — |
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