- Karwa Chauth is on Thursday, 29 October 2026; moonrise in New Delhi is 8:17 PM (Drik Panchang).
- The 16 shringar include ten pieces of jewellery on a common list.
- A 60 g set in 22K gold has ₹8,20,500 in metal value alone (Candere, 5 Oct 2026); a Tanishka gold-plated set costs ₹4,795 (imitation, not real gold).
- Gifts for her start under ₹500; order early, Cash on Delivery across India.
- Every piece has a 6-month colour guarantee (exclusions apply) and a tiered buyback.
At 4:30 AM the sargi thali is already laid out: pheniyan, mathri, a box of red bangles. A new bride touches her wedding mangalsutra and wonders whether it is enough. By evening she will dress as a bride all over again.
When is Karwa Chauth 2026, and what time is moonrise?
Karwa Chauth is on Thursday, 29 October 2026, with moonrise at 8:17 PM in New Delhi per Drik Panchang. Moonrise is later in the west and earlier in the east, so check your own city before breaking the fast.
| Detail | New Delhi, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Date | Thursday, 29 October (Kartik Krishna Chaturthi) |
| Puja muhurat | 5:38 PM to 6:56 PM |
| Fasting window | 6:31 AM to 8:17 PM |
| Moonrise | 8:17 PM (varies by city) |
Why do women observe the Karwa Chauth fast, and what are sargi and baya?
Married women traditionally keep a nirjala (waterless) fast from sunrise to moonrise for their husband’s long life, worshipping Parvati (Gauri), Shiva, Ganesha and the Moon (Britannica). The stories told include Queen Veeravati and the false moon, and Karva, who saved her husband from a crocodile. Sargi is the pre-dawn meal and gifts from the mother-in-law; baya is a basket of clothes, sweets and sometimes jewellery exchanged between a woman’s parental home and her in-laws. Some couples fast together; some women observe the day in their own way.
How is Karwa Chauth celebrated in different parts of India?
| Region | How it is observed |
|---|---|
| Punjab and Haryana | Women sing while passing thalis; sargi has mathri, pheniyan and dry fruit |
| Rajasthan | Handmade clay karvas filled with grain; red lehariya and bandhej |
| Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh | Gaur Mata idols and group katha (Lucknow, Kanpur, Bhopal) |
| Andhra and Telangana | Atla Taddi, a similar but not identical fast |
What are the 16 shringar (solah shringar) for Karwa Chauth?
Solah shringar (सोलह श्रृंगार) is the set of sixteen adornments a woman wears, and ten of the sixteen on a common list are jewellery. Lists vary by region; some include alta, itra or a ring (arsi).
| No. | Shringar | Jewellery |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sindoor | |
| 2 | Bindi | |
| 3 | Mangalsutra | ✔ |
| 4 | Mehendi | |
| 5 | Choodiyan (bangles) | ✔ |
| 6 | Maang tikka | ✔ |
| 7 | Nath (nose ring) | ✔ |
| 8 | Karn phool (jhumkas) | ✔ |
| 9 | Haar (necklace) | ✔ |
| 10 | Bajuband (armlet) | ✔ |
| 11 | Kamarbandh (waistband) | ✔ |
| 12 | Payal (anklets) | ✔ |
| 13 | Bichhiya (toe rings) | ✔ |
| 14 | Gajra (flowers) | |
| 15 | Kajal | |
| 16 | Bridal attire |
Why does a gold solah shringar feel out of reach in 2026?
Ten grams of 22K gold cost ₹1,36,750 on 5 October 2026 (Candere, cross-checked with IBJA), and Reuters (19 October 2025) reported local gold prices up more than 60% in a year, with making charges of 10–20% on jewellery. A 60 g shringar set therefore carries ₹8,20,500 in metal alone, before making charges and 3% GST.
| 22K gold shringar (at ₹13,675 per g) | Metal value only |
|---|---|
| Mangalsutra, 10 g | ₹1,36,750 |
| Haar (necklace), 20 g | ₹2,73,500 |
| Choodiyan (bangles, pair), 20 g | ₹2,73,500 |
| Karn phool (jhumkas), 6 g | ₹82,050 |
| Maang tikka, 4 g | ₹54,700 |
| Total, 60 g | ₹8,20,500 |
Does the vrat ask for gold, or for devotion?
The fast asks for devotion; the katha is about faith, not carats. Solah shringar, not solah lakh: a couple that begins its life without festival debt honours the spirit of the vrat. Every woman deserves to shine on this evening.
What is gold-plated jewellery, and is it right for Karwa Chauth puja?
Tanishka Jewels sells micro gold-plated (imitation) jewellery, not real gold: multi-layer plating, 2–3 microns thick, over a nickel-free copper-alloy base. Each piece is designed in CAD to the proportions of fine gold jewellery, finished by hand and quality-checked before packing.
| 22K gold set (60 g) | Tanishka gold-plated set | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ₹8,20,500 metal value, before making and GST | ₹4,795 |
| Look | Gold | Designed to look like fine gold |
| Worry level | High in a crowded puja | Low; wedding gold stays in the locker |
| After-sale promise | Varies by jeweller | 6-month colour guarantee, tiered buyback |
How do I complete my solah shringar with Tanishka Jewels?
| Shringar | Tanishka piece | Price | Pair with |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mangalsutra | Mangalsutra, Heavy Design | ₹1,199 | Sindoor and bindi |
| Haar (necklace) | Bridal Necklace, Wide 2.5 Layer | ₹1,199 | Your own bajuband |
| Choodiyan (bangles, pair) | Bridal Gold Bangle | ₹1,199 | Fresh mehendi |
| Karn phool (jhumkas) | Jhumka, Tradition with Style | ₹799 | Your own nath |
| Maang tikka | Maang Tikka | ₹399 | Gajra in the hair |
Our catalogue does not include a nath, bajuband, kamarbandh, payal or bichhiya, so pair these pieces with your own. For a full matched look, see combo sets.
What should a new bride wear for her first Karwa Chauth?
A new bride usually wears her bridal red with the full shringar, and a statement necklace such as the Rani Har Royal Design (₹1,799) with a mangalsutra and bangles completes it. Her wedding gold can stay safe in the locker.
What can I gift my wife on Karwa Chauth? A budget guide for husbands
Choose something she can wear that evening. Order early: Cash on Delivery is available across India.
| Budget | Two picks |
|---|---|
| Under ₹500 | Bangle 2-piece set ₹499; Maang Tikka ₹399 |
| ₹500–₹1,000 | Moon Dangler Earring ₹699; Jhumka ₹799 |
| ₹1,000–₹2,500 | Mangalsutra, Heavy Design ₹1,199; Rani Har Royal Design ₹1,799 |
More options: under ₹499, ₹500–999 or ₹1,000 and above.
What guarantee and buyback come with Tanishka jewellery?
| Promise | Terms |
|---|---|
| 6-month colour guarantee | If the gold colour fades within 6 months, WhatsApp a photo to +91 81428 45928. A free replacement is dispatched within 48 hours, with no return shipping. |
| Not covered | Bending or breaking, loss or theft, and damage from chemicals, perfume or chlorine |
| Buyback | 50% of the purchase price within 6 months; 35% at 6–12 months; minimum ₹100 after that (cash/UPI or store credit) |
How do I keep gold-plated jewellery looking new after the puja?
Put jewellery on after mehendi has dried and perfume has settled. Sindoor, perfume and sweat can dull plating, and the guarantee does not cover chemical or perfume damage. Wipe each piece with a soft cloth and store it in a pouch (full care guide).
Frequently asked questions
The moon rises, the sieve is lifted and she is shining. May your bond stay as bright as the Karwa Chauth moon.
Complete her shringar
Tell us your budget on WhatsApp and we will suggest a mangalsutra, bangle or earring set. Cash on Delivery across India.
Deepa founded Tanishka Jewels to bring the look of fine gold to the modern woman: jewellery designed with a fashion-first eye, finished by hand and made to be worn, loved and remembered. Connect on LinkedIn →
