December 2024 corresponds to Pausha, Vikram Samvat 2081. Pausha runs through midwinter toward Makar Sankranti, the Sun's turn north; it is a quiet month for weddings, given to Surya worship and ancestor offerings. Major observances: Vivah Panchami (Dec 6), Mokshada Ekadashi (Dec 11), Gita Jayanti (Dec 11). Day quality across 31 days: 2 highly auspicious, 3 favourable, 19 mixed. Ekadashi vrats: Dec 11, Dec 26.
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