The Five Limbs
Vara
24-Hour Progression (Sunrise to Sunrise)
Local Solar DaySurya & Chandra
Sun (Surya)
Moon (Chandra)
Detailed Panchanga
Rashi & Nakshatra Details
Lunar Month, Samvat and Brihaspati Samvatsara
Auspicious Timings
- Brahma Muhurat04:10 AM – 04:53 AM
- Pratah Sandhya04:31 AM – 05:36 AM
- 11:45 AM – 12:37 PM
- Vijaya Muhurta02:23 PM – 03:15 PM
- Godhuli Muhurta06:46 PM – 07:07 PM
- Sayahna Sandhya06:46 PM – 07:51 PM
- Amrit Kalam10:54 PM – 12:29 AM, May 13
- Nishita Muhurta11:49 PM – 12:33 AM, May 13
- 01:17 AM – 05:35 AM, May 13
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- 01:17 AM – 05:35 AM, May 13
Auspicious Timings Guide: Brahma Muhurat, Abhijit, and Amrit Kalam are traditionally chosen for launching ventures, travel, and auspicious ceremonies.
Inauspicious Periods
- 03:28 PM – 05:07 PM
- Yamaganda08:54 AM – 10:32 AM
- Gulika Kalam12:11 PM – 01:50 PM
- Dur Muhurtam08:14 AM – 09:07 AM
- Varjyam07:49 AM – 09:24 AM
- Baana DoshaRoga
- Bhadra (Vishti)05:36 AM – 02:52 PM
- VinchudoNone
- PanchakFull Day
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- 05:36 AM – 01:17 AM, May 13
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- 05:36 AM – 02:52 PM
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- 05:36 AM – 11:19 PM
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Traditional Guidance: Important undertakings, financial investments, and major travel are traditionally avoided during Rahu Kalam and Yamaganda.
Ritu & Ayana
Nivas, Shoola & Alignments
Mantri Mandala (Council of Planets)
Chandrabalam
Tarabalam
Panchaka Rahita Intervals
Udaya Lagna Timings
Other Calendars & Epoch
Festivals, Vrats & Rituals
Vaishakha Ekadashi
EkadashiAuspicious Vaishakha Ekadashi dedicated to Lord Vishnu for spiritual purification, elimination of karmic debts, and divine grace.
Astronomically and spiritually, the eleventh tithi aligns the body's digestive and bio-energetic rhythms with the lunar gravity cycle. Fasting on Ekadashi detoxifies internal organs, enhances mental clarity, calms turbulent emotions, and awakens pure devotion (Bhakti). According to ancient sages, observing Ekadashi with a sincere heart grants the spiritual merits of visiting all holy pilgrimage sites (Tirthas) and paves the royal road to Vaikuntha (the eternal abode of peace).
- ✦Morning Vishnu Puja with fresh Tulsi Dal.
- ✦Listening to the specific Ekadashi Vrata Katha.
- ✦Dwadashi Parana charity and Prasad distribution.
Bhadra
Major FestivalAuspicious celebration and sacred observance of Bhadra bringing families and communities together in devotion.
Every traditional festival carries a profound timeless message—reminding us of the interconnectedness of all life, the cycles of nature, and the ultimate triumph of goodness, gratitude, and moral integrity. Participating in Bhadra rejuvenates the spirit, alleviates daily stresses, and passes down cherished cultural values and sacred wisdom to future generations.
- ✦Early morning purification bath and wearing clean, festive traditional attire.
- ✦Illuminating the home shrine with ghee lamps and offering fresh fragrant flowers.
- ✦Performing traditional prayers and chanting uplifting hymns and stotras.
- ✦Preparing and sharing delicious festive meals and consecrated prasad with neighbors and the needy.
- ✦Expressing gratitude for health, family unity, and prosperity.
Aadal Yoga
Major FestivalAuspicious celebration and sacred observance of Aadal Yoga bringing families and communities together in devotion.
Every traditional festival carries a profound timeless message—reminding us of the interconnectedness of all life, the cycles of nature, and the ultimate triumph of goodness, gratitude, and moral integrity. Participating in Aadal Yoga rejuvenates the spirit, alleviates daily stresses, and passes down cherished cultural values and sacred wisdom to future generations.
- ✦Early morning purification bath and wearing clean, festive traditional attire.
- ✦Illuminating the home shrine with ghee lamps and offering fresh fragrant flowers.
- ✦Performing traditional prayers and chanting uplifting hymns and stotras.
- ✦Preparing and sharing delicious festive meals and consecrated prasad with neighbors and the needy.
- ✦Expressing gratitude for health, family unity, and prosperity.
Vidaal Yoga
Major FestivalAuspicious celebration and sacred observance of Vidaal Yoga bringing families and communities together in devotion.
Every traditional festival carries a profound timeless message—reminding us of the interconnectedness of all life, the cycles of nature, and the ultimate triumph of goodness, gratitude, and moral integrity. Participating in Vidaal Yoga rejuvenates the spirit, alleviates daily stresses, and passes down cherished cultural values and sacred wisdom to future generations.
- ✦Early morning purification bath and wearing clean, festive traditional attire.
- ✦Illuminating the home shrine with ghee lamps and offering fresh fragrant flowers.
- ✦Performing traditional prayers and chanting uplifting hymns and stotras.
- ✦Preparing and sharing delicious festive meals and consecrated prasad with neighbors and the needy.
- ✦Expressing gratitude for health, family unity, and prosperity.
About The Five Limbs & Dainika Panchanga
Tithi
1The lunar day representing the angular distance between the Sun and Moon (each 12°). Crucial for determining fasts, festivals, and sacred rites.
Nakshatra
2The lunar mansion occupied by the Moon in the sidereal zodiac (13° 20' each). It deeply influences mental inclinations and day energy.
Yoga
3The sum of the longitudes of the Sun and Moon divided into 27 segments. Reflects the subtle prevailing mood and harmony of the day.
Karana
4Half a Tithi (6° angular difference). Used for fine-grained selection of Muhuratas for specific commercial, domestic, and spiritual tasks.
Vara
5The weekday ruled by a planetary lord, establishing the foundational energetic principle of the 24-hour cycle from sunrise to next sunrise.