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Today in History: Kali Yuga Begins: The Last Stage of Time

2/18/2026

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On February 18, 3102 BC, Hindu scriptures mark the beginning of Kali Yuga, the final stage in the cycle of yugas. This era signifies a period of decline in righteousness and virtue, contrasting with the previous ages of truth and harmony. Kali Yuga is believed to last for 432,000 years, shaping spiritual and cultural narratives in Hinduism.

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On February 18, 3102 BC, Hindu scriptures mark the beginning of Kali Yuga, the final stage in the cycle of yugas. This era signifies a period of decline in righteousness and virtue, contrasting with the previous ages of truth and harmony. Kali Yuga is believed to last for 432,000 years, shaping spiritual and cultural narratives in Hinduism.