Why Diwali Date Can Differ by Country
Learn why Diwali date and Lakshmi Puja timing can differ between India, the US, UK, Canada, Australia, and other countries.
Diwali depends on Amavasya tithi and evening observance rules, so local timezone and sunset can change the observed date.
Quick Comparison
Tithi is not midnight-based
Amavasya may begin or end at different local clock times in different countries.
Sunset matters
Diwali and Lakshmi Puja are tied to evening timing, not only the date label.
Use local panchang
For observance, check the panchang for your city rather than copying a date from another timezone.
Why It Matters
Panchang timing is not just a date label. It depends on astronomical positions, local sunrise and sunset, timezone, and observance rules. That is why Tithi provides both explainers and location-aware panchang pages.
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