BY VENKATA KARAVADI
STAFF WRITER
When it Begins and How Long it Lasts For:
Karthika Masam begins from Aaswayuja sukla purnima up to one month on the day after Deepavali and also marks the beginning of winter season. It begins in the eight month of the year after the sun enters Scorpio. There are several rituals and customs that have to be followed during this month.The most interesting fact is: