Daily Panchang

The five elements of Vedic time - Essential cosmic information for today

Tithi (तिथि)

Lunar Day

Shukla Tritiya

Sanskrit Name

शुक्ल तृतीया

End Time

2:45 PM IST

Significance

Auspicious for new beginnings

Tithi represents the lunar day in the Hindu calendar. Each tithi has unique characteristics and is ideal for specific activities.

Nakshatra (नक्षत्र)

Lunar Mansion

Mrigashira

Sanskrit Name

मृगशिरा

Ruler

Soma (Moon)

End Time

8:20 PM IST

Nakshatra represents the position of the moon in one of 27 lunar constellations. It influences personality, behavior, and auspicious timings.

Yoga (योग)

Astrological Yoga

Siddha Yoga

Sanskrit Name

सिद्ध योग

Nature

Very Auspicious

End Time

5:10 PM IST

Yoga is formed by the combined movement of the Sun and Moon. There are 27 yogas, each with unique effects and timing benefits.

Karana (करण)

Half Tithi

Bava

Sanskrit Name

बव

Upcoming Karana

Balava

Total in Month

11 Karanas

Karana is half of a tithi. There are 11 karanas in a lunar month, each governing specific types of activities and auspicious tasks.

Var (वार)

Day of Week

Monday

Ruling Planet

Moon (Chandra)

Sanskrit Name

सोमवार

Best For

Mental activities, Travel

Each day of the week is ruled by a planet and carries specific energies. Monday is ideal for mental pursuits and emotional matters.

Solar Times (सौर समय)

Sunrise

6:15 AM IST

Sunset

6:45 PM IST

Day Length

12 hours 30 minutes

Location

New Delhi (IST)

Solar times vary based on geographic location. Sunrise and sunset mark important transitions in the day.

Understanding Panchang

What is Panchang?

Panchang (also spelled Panchhang) means "five limbs" in Sanskrit. It is the Hindu calendar that represents five essential elements of time:

  • Tithi: Lunar day based on Moon-Sun angle
  • Nakshatra: Lunar constellation where the Moon resides
  • Yoga: Combined effect of Sun and Moon positions
  • Karana: Half of a tithi with specific characteristics
  • Var: Day of the week ruled by a planet

Importance in Vedic Astrology

The Panchang is crucial for determining auspicious timings for:

  • Marriages and engagements
  • Starting new ventures or businesses
  • Travel and journeys
  • Medical procedures and surgery
  • Religious ceremonies and rituals
  • Moving to a new house
  • Educational pursuits

Inauspicious Times

Just as certain times are auspicious, some periods should be avoided:

  • Rahu Kaal: Inauspicious time each day
  • Yamghantakaal: Time of danger
  • Gulika Kaal: Period of obstruction
  • Ashubh Tithi: Inauspicious lunar days