December 2026 corresponds to Pausha, Vikram Samvat 2083. 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 14), Mokshada Ekadashi (Dec 20), Gita Jayanti (Dec 20). Day quality across 31 days: 0 highly auspicious, 7 favourable, 17 mixed. Ekadashi vrats: Dec 4, Dec 20.
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