In the Tamil calendar, a Gregorian year typically spans parts of two consecutive Tamil years because the New Year (Puthandu) begins in mid-April.
August 27–28, 1996 (depending on the Veda followed). Vinayagar Chathurthi: September 16, 1996. Navarathiri Start: October 13, 1996.
Each day is associated with specific planetary energies. vakya panchangam 1996 tamil
Mid-April, marking the start of Dhathu Varusham. Aadi Amavasai: a major day for ancestral offerings.
According to the 1996 Tamil calendar, several significant festivals were observed: In the Tamil calendar, a Gregorian year typically
Beginning on April 13 or 14, 1996 , the year Dhathu (the 10th in the cycle) commenced. The Dhathu Varusha Vakya Panchangam is often cited as the definitive guide for this period's religious events. Key Components of the 1996 Vakya Panchangam
The first quarter of 1996 fell under Yuva. This year is the 9th in the 60-year cycle. Navarathiri Start: October 13, 1996
The "Panchangam" (meaning "five limbs") provides daily details essential for determining auspicious times ():
Observed in late October or early November (calculated based on the Naraka Chaturdashi Tithi). Vakya vs. Thirukanitha: The Enduring Debate
In 1996, as today, Tamil families often chose between two main panchangam styles: Yuva 1995 1996 | PDF - Scribd