Key Events and Anniversaries:

1. Magha Amavasya (February 9):

Also known as Mauni Amavasya, Thai Amavasya, or Darsha Amavasya in various regions of India. Spiritual significance: Devotees observe Amavasya Vrath, perform rituals to worship ancestors, take holy dips in rivers, and make donations.

Regional significance:

• In Tamil Nadu, it marks the start of the Tamil month Masi.
• In Gujarat, it is called Vad Amavas and is considered auspicious for performing shraddha (rituals for ancestors).
• In Bihar, Jharkhand, and parts of Uttar Pradesh, it is known as Amawas and is observed with fasting and charitable acts.

Mythological significance: According to the Matsya Purana, Lord Brahma created Manu and his wife Shatarupa on this day, marking the beginning of the universe.

Anniversaries:

1. Punyatithi of Purandara Dasa:

• A revered saint and poet from Karnataka, known for his contributions to Carnatic music.
• Born as Srinivasa Nayaka, he was a follower of Madhvacharya's Dvaita philosophy and composed many devotional songs in praise of Lord Vishnu.
• He promoted the Bhakti movement and is regarded as an incarnation of the divine sage Narada.

2. Birth Anniversary of Captain C. P. Krishnan Nair:

• Founder of the Leela Group of Hotels.
• Built a world-class luxury hotel chain from humble beginnings, with properties across multiple cities in India.

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