India, Oct. 5 -- The auspicious festival of Karwa Chauth, or Karak Chaturthi, is almost here, and married couples are gearing up to observe this sacred occasion. Also Read | October 2025 Festivals Calendar: When is Diwali to Karwa Chauth date and more; here's the complete list

On this day, married Hindu women observe a nirjala (fast without food and water) vrat for the entire day and pray for the long life and good fortune of their husbands. They break the fast in the evening, after sighting the moon, making offerings to the moon, and taking a morsel of food from their husbands' hands.

This year, there is some confusion around the correct date of Karwa Chauth. People are wondering whether it is to be celebrated on October 9 or 10. If yo...