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Dainika Panchang, 20 December 2026
11, Margashirsha
Shukla Paksha, Ekadashi
2083 Gujarati Samvat
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20 December 2026
Sunday
Festivals & Vratas:Margashirsha EkadashiGanda Moola
The Five Limbs
Tithi
Ekadashi
Ends at 08:14 PM
Next: Dwadashi
Nakshatra
Ashwini
Ends at 02:55 PM
Next: Bharani
Yoga
Parigha
Ends at 08:09 AM
Next: Shiva
Karana
Vanija
Ends at 09:18 AM
Next: Vishti (Bhadra)
Vara
Sunday
Weekday (Sun (Surya))
Ruler: Sun (Surya)
24-Hour Progression (Sunrise to Sunrise)
Local Solar Day06:50 AM (Sunrise)12:0005:34 PM (Sunset)00:0006:50 AM, Dec 21 (Next Sunrise)
Tithi
Ekadashi (Ends at 08:14 PM)
Dwadashi
Nakshatra
Ashwini (Ends at 02:55 PM)
Bharani
Yoga
Parigha
Shiva
Karana
Vanija (09:18 AM)
Vishti (Bhadra) (Ends at 08:14 PM)
Bava
Surya & Chandra
Sun (Surya)
Sunrise
06:50 AM
Sunset
05:34 PM
Sun Sign: Sagittarius (Dhanu)Day Length (Dinamana): 10h 44mMadhyahna (Solar Noon): 12:12 PM
Moon (Chandra)
Moonrise
01:58 PM
Moonset
03:36 AM, Dec 21
Moon Sign: Aries (Mesha)Night Length (Ratrimana): 13h 16m
Detailed Panchanga
| Tithi | Ekadashi(Ends at 08:14 PM) Next: Dwadashi |
|---|---|
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha |
| Nakshatra | Ashwini(Ends at 02:55 PM) Next: Bharani |
| Yoga | Parigha(Ends at 08:09 AM) Next: Shiva |
| Karana | Vanija(Ends at 09:18 AM) Vishti (Bhadra)(Ends at 08:14 PM) Bava(Ends at Full Night) |
| Month (Amavasyant) | Margashirsha |
| Month (Purnimant) | Margashirsha |
Rashi & Nakshatra Details
| Moon Sign | Aries (Mesha)(till Full Night) Taurus (Vrishabha) (from Full Night) |
|---|---|
| Sun Sign | Sagittarius (Dhanu) |
| Surya Nakshatra | Moola (Pada 2) |
| Nakshatra Padas | Ashwini (Pada 3)Ends at 09:15 AM Ashwini (Pada 4)Ends at 02:55 PM Bharani (Pada 1)Ends at 08:32 PM Bharani (Pada 2)Ends at 02:07 AM, Dec 21 Bharani (Pada 3) |
| Sun & Moon Longitude | Sun: 243.92° · Moon: 8.58° |
Lunar Month, Samvat and Brihaspati Samvatsara
Vikram Samvat2083Siddharthi
Shaka Samvat1948Parabhava
Gujarati Samvat2083Kalayukta
Pravishte / Gate5
Brihaspati Samvatsara
Siddharthi (upto 03:42 PM, Tuesday, 21 April 2026)
Raudra
Chandramasa
Margashirsha(Purnimanta)
Margashirsha(Amanta)
Lunar Month & Samvat
Vikram Samvat
2083
Shaka Samvat
1948
Gujarati Samvat
2082
Brihaspati Samvatsara (60-Year Cycle)
Parabhava
Auspicious Timings
- Brahma MuhuratIdeal for meditation, spiritual study, and yoga05:04 AM – 05:57 AM
- Pratah SandhyaSacred dawn twilight period for prayers05:30 AM – 06:50 AM
- Abhijit MuhuratHighly auspicious midday period removing all obstacles11:51 AM – 12:34 PM
- Vijaya MuhurtaBrings victory and success in ventures01:59 PM – 02:42 PM
- Godhuli MuhurtaPeaceful sunset twilight suitable for worship05:34 PM – 06:01 PM
- Sayahna SandhyaSacred dusk evening twilight period05:34 PM – 06:54 PM
- Amrit KalamNectar period ensuring prosperity and fruitfulness12:37 PM – 02:09 PM
- Nishita MuhurtaSacred midnight hour auspicious for Shiva/Kali sadhana11:46 PM – 12:39 AM, Dec 21
Inauspicious Periods
- Rahu KalamInauspicious period; avoid initiating important deeds04:14 PM – 05:34 PM
- YamagandaInauspicious time governed by Yama; avoid travel12:12 PM – 01:33 PM
- Gulika KalamSaturnian period; unfavorable for new beginnings02:53 PM – 04:14 PM
- Dur MuhurtamInauspicious astrological conjunction; avoid key events04:08 PM – 04:51 PM
- VarjyamHarmful Visha Ghati interval to be strictly avoided11:48 PM – 01:17 AM, Dec 21
- Baana DoshaPlanetary arrow influence; avoid new construction or travelMrityu –
Auspicious Yogas & Anandaadi & Tamil Yogas
sarvarthaSiddhiYoga
None
—
Ravi Yoga
Active
06:21 AM – 02:55 PM to Next Sunrise
amritaSiddhiYoga
None
—
Pushya Yoga
None
—
Anandaadi Yoga
Auspicious✓ Ananda(Ends at 02:55 PM)→ ❌ Kaladanda
Tamil Yoga
AuspiciousSiddha(Ends at 02:55 PM)→ Prabalarishta
Ritu & Ayana
| Drik Ayana | Dakshinayana |
|---|---|
| Vedic Ayana | Dakshinayana |
| Drik Ritu | Hemant |
| Vedic Ritu | Hemant |
| Netram | Two Eyes (Highly Auspicious) |
| Jeeva | 0 (No Life - Inauspicious) |
Nivas, Shoola & Alignments
| Chandra Nivasa | East (Purva)(upto Full Night) → South (Dakshina) |
|---|---|
| Agnivasa | Akasha / Sky (Inauspicious)(Ends at 08:14 PM) → Patala (Inauspicious) |
| Disha Shoola | West (Pashchima)(Consume barley before travel) |
| Shivavasa | in krida(Ends at 08:14 PM) → on kailash |
| Rahu Vasa | North (Uttara) |
| Homahuti | Surya / Agni (Favorable for Yajna) |
| Kumbha Chakra | Mukha Kumbha (Auspicious) |
| Panchaka Rahita | Auspicious |
Mantri Mandala (Council of Planets)
kingRaja
Mars (Mangala)
primeMinisterMantri
Sun (Surya)
commanderSenapati
Saturn (Shani)
financeMinisterDhanadhinatha
Mercury (Budha)
agricultureMinisterSasyeshadhipati
Jupiter (Guru)
Chandrabalam & Tarabalam
Favorable Rashis for the day:
Aries (Mesha)
Favorable
Taurus (Vrishabha)
Unfavorable
Gemini (Mithuna)
Favorable
Cancer (Karka)
Favorable
Leo (Simha)
Unfavorable
Virgo (Kanya)
Ashtama Chandra (Avoid starting new tasks)
Libra (Tula)
Favorable
Scorpio (Vrischika)
Favorable
Sagittarius (Dhanu)
Unfavorable
Capricorn (Makara)
Unfavorable
Aquarius (Kumbha)
Favorable
Pisces (Meena)
Unfavorable
Tarabalam
Favorable Nakshatras for the day:
Ashwini
taraJanmaTara
Bharani
taraParamaMitraTara
Krittika
taraMitraTara
Rohini
taraNaidhanaTara
Mrigashira
taraSadhanaTara
Ardra
taraPratyakTara
Punarvasu
taraKshemaTara
Pushya
taraVipatTara
Ashlesha
taraSampatTara
Panchaka Rahita Intervals
| 06:50 AM – 08:42 AM | Raja Panchaka (Success & Honor) |
| 08:42 AM – 10:28 AM | Subha Panchaka (Auspicious) |
| 10:28 AM – 12:02 PM | Chora Panchaka (Risk of theft/loss) |
| 12:02 PM – 01:33 PM | Subha Panchaka (Auspicious) |
| 01:33 PM – 03:13 PM | Subha Panchaka (Auspicious) |
| 03:13 PM – 05:12 PM | Subha Panchaka (Auspicious) |
| 05:12 PM – 07:25 PM | Roga Panchaka (Health concern) |
| 07:25 PM – 09:41 PM | Mrityu Panchaka (Severe danger) |
| 09:41 PM – 11:52 PM | Agni Panchaka (Fire hazard) |
| 11:52 PM – 02:02 AM, Dec 21 | Raja Panchaka (Success & Honor) |
| 02:02 AM – 04:17 AM, Dec 21 | Subha Panchaka (Auspicious) |
| 04:17 AM – 06:32 AM, Dec 21 | Subha Panchaka (Auspicious) |
| 06:32 AM – 06:50 AM, Dec 21 | Subha Panchaka (Auspicious) |
Udaya Lagna Timings
| Sagittarius (Dhanu) | 06:50 AM – 08:42 AM |
|---|---|
| Capricorn (Makara) | 08:42 AM – 10:28 AM |
| Aquarius (Kumbha) | 10:28 AM – 12:02 PM |
| Pisces (Meena) | 12:02 PM – 01:33 PM |
| Aries (Mesha) | 01:33 PM – 03:13 PM |
| Taurus (Vrishabha) | 03:13 PM – 05:12 PM |
| Gemini (Mithuna) | 05:12 PM – 07:25 PM |
| Cancer (Karka) | 07:25 PM – 09:41 PM |
| Leo (Simha) | 09:41 PM – 11:52 PM |
| Virgo (Kanya) | 11:52 PM – 02:02 AM, Dec 21 |
| Libra (Tula) | 02:02 AM – 04:17 AM, Dec 21 |
| Scorpio (Vrischika) | 04:17 AM – 06:32 AM, Dec 21 |
| Sagittarius (Dhanu) | 06:32 AM – 06:50 AM, Dec 21 |
Other Calendars & Epoch
Kali Yuga Year5127
Kali Ahargana1872929
Julian DateDecember 7, 2026 CE
Julian Day2461394
Modified Julian Day61394
Rata Die (RD)739970
National Date29 Margashirsha, 1948
National Nirayana Date10 Bhadrapada, 1948
Lahiri Ayanamsha24.232949
Festivals, Vrats & Rituals
Margashirsha Ekadashi
EkadashiAuspicious Margashirsha Ekadashi dedicated to Lord Vishnu for spiritual purification, elimination of karmic debts, and divine grace.
Deity: Lord Vishnu (Bhagavan Sri Hari Narayana)
Significance: 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).
Rituals & Observances:
- Morning Vishnu Puja with fresh Tulsi Dal.
- Listening to the specific Ekadashi Vrata Katha.
- Dwadashi Parana charity and Prasad distribution.
Ganda Moola
Major FestivalAuspicious celebration and sacred observance of Ganda Moola bringing families and communities together in devotion.
Significance: 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 Ganda Moola rejuvenates the spirit, alleviates daily stresses, and passes down cherished cultural values and sacred wisdom to future generations.
Rituals & Observances:
- 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
A Panchanga is an ancient Vedic calendar and almanac that follows traditional units of timekeeping, presenting astronomical calculations in a precise mathematical form. 'Dainika' means daily.
Tithi: The lunar day representing the angular distance between the Sun and Moon (each 12°). Crucial for determining fasts, festivals, and sacred rites.
Nakshatra: The lunar mansion occupied by the Moon in the sidereal zodiac (13° 20' each). It deeply influences mental inclinations and day energy.
Yoga: The sum of the longitudes of the Sun and Moon divided into 27 segments. Reflects the subtle prevailing mood and harmony of the day.
Karana: Half a Tithi (6° angular difference). Used for fine-grained selection of Muhuratas for specific commercial, domestic, and spiritual tasks.
Vara: The weekday ruled by a planetary lord, establishing the foundational energetic principle of the 24-hour cycle from sunrise to next sunrise.