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Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 Dates and Auspicious Timing
Ganesh Chaturthi in 2026 is set to be celebrated for 12 days, an extended duration attributed to the Hindu lunar tithi. The festival, dedicated to Lord Ganesha, will commence on a Monday. While some confusion existed regarding the exact date, with September 13 and 14 being considered, the coverage indicates that "Bappa" (Lord Ganesha) will arrive on September 14. The festival involves the installation of idols and rituals, with astrological predictions suggesting financial benefits for certain zodiac signs due to planetary alignments during this period.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
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- Centre (6): Greater Kashmir, Haribhoomi, Lokmat, Outlook India, The Economic Times, The Free Press Journal
- Right (4): Aaj Tak, Punjab Kesari, Republic World, Times Now
- International (1): Euronews