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Pitru Paksha Dates and Rituals Discussed
Coverage from multiple Hindi outlets discusses the upcoming Pitru Paksha period in 2026. Hindustan provides guidance on what actions are considered auspicious and what should be avoided during Pitru Paksha, noting that certain deeds please ancestors while others can anger them. Aaj Tak focuses on the specific dates for the commencement of Pitru Paksha in 2026, mentioning September 26 or 27. News18 Hindi offers advice on how to determine the death anniversary (Shradh Tithi) of ancestors using the Panchang (almanac) if the exact date is unknown, emphasizing the importance of performing rituals for the liberation of ancestors and warning that displeased ancestors can hinder a household's progress.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
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- Centre (2): Hindustan (Hindi), Navbharat Times
- Right (2): Aaj Tak, News18 Hindi