Bhai Tika being celebrated today, auspicious hour set for 11:07 am
Summary
Bhai Tika is being celebrated across Nepal today, with the most auspicious tika time set for 11:07 am by the Nepal Calendar Determination Development Committee. The Bal Gopaleshwar Temple at Rani Pokhari will also open for devotees without siblings to perform the ritual.
Key Points
- Bhai Tika, the final day of Tihar, is being celebrated nationwide today with an auspicious tika time of 11:07 am.
- The Nepal Calendar Determination Development Committee says the ritual can be performed throughout the day, but 11:07 am is the most auspicious time for traditional observance.
- The Bal Gopaleshwar Temple at Rani Pokhari will remain open for people without brothers or sisters to receive tika.
- The Newar community observes the occasion as Kija Puja, celebrating sibling bonds.