Chandra Grahan and Surya Grahan (eclipses) in 2011
Solar eclipse occurs at Amavasya (New Moon) when Moon comes between Sun and the Earth. Lunar eclipse occurs on a Poornima (Full Moon) when Sun comes between the Moon and Earth.
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Saturday, June 18, 2011
Shani Jayanti - The birthday of Saturn
Shani Jayanti (birthday of Lord Saturn) is Wednesday, June 1 of this year as per Hindu Panchang. This occasion falls on Amavasya (new moon) of Baisakh month every year. That is why it is also known as "Shani Amavasya". It is a very important festival and several rituals and prayers are performed which can be very beneficial to humans. Please read on to learn these rituals.
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