India, Oct. 21 -- The sacred festival of Bhai Dooj is celebrated with fervour every year by brothers and sisters. It is also known as Bhau Beej, Yama Dwitiya, Bhatra Dwitiya, Bhai Dwitiya, and Bhatru Dwitiya. This year, there is some confusion around the correct date of the festival: Is it October 22 or 23? Find the date, tilak muhurat, rituals, vrat katha, puja timings and more here:

According to the Hindu calendar, Bhai Dooj falls on the second lunar day of Shukla Paksha in the Kartika month, just after Diwali. This year, it will be celebrated on Thursday, October 23, as per Drik Panchang.

Hindu rituals suggest that the main rituals for the festival of Bhai Dooj take place during the aparahna time, which refers to the afternoon period...