Topic: 28 may 2026

Today, the Shashthi (षष्ठी) Tithi of the Krishna Paksha is active until 01:49 PM. The active Nakshatra for the day is Purva Bhadrapada (पूर्वाभाद्रपद), lasting until 04:08 PM.

Being a Thursday (गुरूवार), the highly inauspicious time of Rahukaal will occur in the afternoon from 02:03 PM to 03:47 PM. It is strictly advised to avoid initiating any major financial transactions, investments, or important work during this window.

Phulera Dooj marks the beginning of the Holi festivities in Braj. Devotees apply Gulal to Krishna and tie a Potli (bundle) of Gulal to his waist to symbolize that he is ready to play Holi in the coming days.

A day before Lathmar Holi, a messenger from Barsana goes to Nandgaon to invite Krishna for Holi. When Nandgaon accepts, the joy is celebrated at the Ladliji Temple in Barsana. Priests throw real, edible sweet Laddus along with Gulal at the dancing devotees as a form of divine Prasad.