Shani Jayanti, celebrated on May 16 this year, is particularly significant as it falls on a Saturday, a day dedicated to Shani Dev, the God of justice and karma in Hindu astrology. Devotees believe that pleasing Shani Dev can lead to major positive changes in life. To seek his blessings, it is essential to maintain purity of mind and body; thus, devotees are advised to take a bath before prayers and wear blue clothing, which is associated with Shani Dev. Worshipping Shani either before sunrise or after sunset is considered auspicious, with evening prayers holding special significance. During rituals, devotees should face west, as this direction is linked to Shani Dev, and avoid standing directly in front of his idol. It is customary to light a four-faced lamp filled with mustard oil near the idol or under a sacred Peepal tree during evening prayers. Additionally, circumambulating the idol or tree seven times is believed to mitigate negative influences. Honesty and righteousness are emphasized for those seeking blessings, while using iron utensils is auspicious, and copper utensils should be avoided. Charitable acts, such as donating black sesame seeds and iron items, are also encouraged on Shani Jayanti to attract positive results and blessings.