8 Mehr · Mithra 1396
Events on this day
- Dussehra (Vijayadashami) · Dussehra, Vijayadashami
Hindu · Cultural
The tenth day of the waxing moon of Ashvin, in September or October: Rama's victory over Ravana and Durga's over the buffalo demon Mahishasura.
- Rumi Day · Ruz-e Mowlavi
Iranian · Cultural
Commemoration of Jalal al-Din Rumi, poet of the Masnavi.
- National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
National · National holiday
Canada's day to remember the children of the residential schools, a federal holiday since 2021.
- Yom Kippur
Jewish · Cultural
The Day of Atonement, a day of fasting and prayer. Begins at sunset the evening before.
Other events
Facts
- Day 194 of 1396
- 171 days left
- Zodiac sign: Libra · Mizan