58% Illum.
Dainika Panchang, 30 December 2026
22, Margashirsha
Krishna Paksha, Saptami
2083 Gujarati Samvat
30
30 December 2026
Wednesday
Festivals & Vratas:KalashtamiMasik Krishna Janmashtami
The Five Limbs
Tithi
Saptami
Ends at 12:36 PM
Next: Ashtami
Nakshatra
Uttara Phalguni
Ends at 03:36 PM
Next: Hasta
Yoga
Saubhagya
Ends at 01:40 PM
Next: Shobhana
Karana
Bava
Ends at 12:36 PM
Next: Balava
Vara
Wednesday
Weekday (Mercury (Budha))
Ruler: Mercury (Budha)
24-Hour Progression (Sunrise to Sunrise)
Local Solar Day06:54 AM (Sunrise)12:0005:39 PM (Sunset)00:0006:54 AM, Dec 31 (Next Sunrise)
Tithi
Saptami (Ends at 12:36 PM)
Ashtami
Nakshatra
Uttara Phalguni (Ends at 03:36 PM)
Hasta
Yoga
Saubhagya (Ends at 01:40 PM)
Shobhana
Karana
Bava (Ends at 12:36 PM)
Balava (Ends at 12:29 AM, Dec 31)
Kaulava
Surya & Chandra
Sun (Surya)
Sunrise
06:54 AM
Sunset
05:39 PM
Sun Sign: Sagittarius (Dhanu)Day Length (Dinamana): 10h 45mMadhyahna (Solar Noon): 12:17 PM
Moon (Chandra)
Moonrise
12:16 AM
Moonset
11:34 AM
Moon Sign: Virgo (Kanya)Night Length (Ratrimana): 13h 15m
Detailed Panchanga
| Tithi | Saptami(Ends at 12:36 PM) Next: Ashtami |
|---|---|
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha |
| Nakshatra | Uttara Phalguni(Ends at 03:36 PM) Next: Hasta |
| Yoga | Saubhagya(Ends at 01:40 PM) Next: Shobhana |
| Karana | Bava(Ends at 12:36 PM) Balava(Ends at 12:29 AM, Dec 31) Kaulava(Ends at Full Night) |
| Month (Amavasyant) | Margashirsha |
| Month (Purnimant) | Pausha |
Rashi & Nakshatra Details
| Moon Sign | Virgo (Kanya)(till Full Night) Libra (Tula) (from Full Night) |
|---|---|
| Sun Sign | Sagittarius (Dhanu) |
| Surya Nakshatra | Purva Ashadha (Pada 1) |
| Nakshatra Padas | Uttara Phalguni (Pada 3)Ends at 09:34 AM Uttara Phalguni (Pada 4)Ends at 03:36 PM Hasta (Pada 1)Ends at 09:41 PM Hasta (Pada 2)Ends at 03:49 AM, Dec 31 Hasta (Pada 3) |
| Sun & Moon Longitude | Sun: 254.11° · Moon: 155.19° |
Lunar Month, Samvat and Brihaspati Samvatsara
Vikram Samvat2083Siddharthi
Shaka Samvat1948Parabhava
Gujarati Samvat2083Kalayukta
Pravishte / Gate15
Brihaspati Samvatsara
Siddharthi (upto 03:42 PM, Tuesday, 21 April 2026)
Raudra
Chandramasa
Pausha(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 yoga05:08 AM – 06:01 AM
- Pratah SandhyaSacred dawn twilight period for prayers05:35 AM – 06:54 AM
- Abhijit MuhuratHighly auspicious midday period removing all obstaclesNone –
- Vijaya MuhurtaBrings victory and success in ventures02:05 PM – 02:48 PM
- Godhuli MuhurtaPeaceful sunset twilight suitable for worship05:40 PM – 06:06 PM
- Sayahna SandhyaSacred dusk evening twilight period05:40 PM – 06:59 PM
- Amrit KalamNectar period ensuring prosperity and fruitfulness09:14 AM – 10:49 AM
- Nishita MuhurtaSacred midnight hour auspicious for Shiva/Kali sadhana11:51 PM – 12:44 AM, Dec 31
Inauspicious Periods
- Rahu KalamInauspicious period; avoid initiating important deeds12:17 PM – 01:38 PM
- YamagandaInauspicious time governed by Yama; avoid travel08:15 AM – 09:36 AM
- Gulika KalamSaturnian period; unfavorable for new beginnings10:56 AM – 12:17 PM
- Dur MuhurtamInauspicious astrological conjunction; avoid key events11:56 AM – 12:39 PM
- VarjyamHarmful Visha Ghati interval to be strictly avoided12:13 AM – 01:51 AM, Dec 31
- Baana DoshaPlanetary arrow influence; avoid new construction or travelAgni –
Auspicious Yogas & Anandaadi & Tamil Yogas
sarvarthaSiddhiYoga
None
—
Ravi Yoga
Active
06:21 AM – 03:36 PM to Next Sunrise
amritaSiddhiYoga
None
—
Pushya Yoga
None
—
Anandaadi Yoga
Auspicious✓ Vardhamana(Ends at 03:36 PM)→ ✓ Ananda
Tamil Yoga
AuspiciousAmrita(Ends at 03:36 PM)→ Marana
Ritu & Ayana
| Drik Ayana | Uttarayana |
|---|---|
| Vedic Ayana | Dakshinayana |
| Drik Ritu | Hemant |
| Vedic Ritu | Hemant |
| Netram | Two Eyes (Highly Auspicious) |
| Jeeva | 0.5 (Half Life - Moderate) |
Nivas, Shoola & Alignments
| Chandra Nivasa | South (Dakshina)(upto Full Night) → West (Pashchima) |
|---|---|
| Agnivasa | Prithvi / Earth (Auspicious)(Ends at 12:36 PM) → Akasha / Sky (Inauspicious) |
| Disha Shoola | North (Uttara)(Consume jaggery before travel) |
| Shivavasa | in shmashana(Ends at 12:36 PM) → with gowri |
| Rahu Vasa | southwest |
| 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)
Unfavorable
Cancer (Karka)
Favorable
Leo (Simha)
Unfavorable
Virgo (Kanya)
Favorable
Libra (Tula)
Unfavorable
Scorpio (Vrischika)
Favorable
Sagittarius (Dhanu)
Favorable
Capricorn (Makara)
Unfavorable
Aquarius (Kumbha)
Ashtama Chandra (Avoid starting new tasks)
Pisces (Meena)
Favorable
Tarabalam
Favorable Nakshatras for the day:
Ashwini
taraVipatTara
Bharani
taraSampatTara
Krittika
taraJanmaTara
Rohini
taraParamaMitraTara
Mrigashira
taraMitraTara
Ardra
taraNaidhanaTara
Punarvasu
taraSadhanaTara
Pushya
taraPratyakTara
Ashlesha
taraKshemaTara
Panchaka Rahita Intervals
| 06:54 AM – 08:02 AM | Agni Panchaka (Fire hazard) |
| 08:02 AM – 09:49 AM | Subha Panchaka (Auspicious) |
| 09:49 AM – 11:22 AM | Raja Panchaka (Success & Honor) |
| 11:22 AM – 12:53 PM | Subha Panchaka (Auspicious) |
| 12:53 PM – 02:34 PM | Raja Panchaka (Success & Honor) |
| 02:34 PM – 04:32 PM | Subha Panchaka (Auspicious) |
| 04:32 PM – 06:45 PM | Subha Panchaka (Auspicious) |
| 06:45 PM – 09:01 PM | Roga Panchaka (Health concern) |
| 09:01 PM – 11:12 PM | Subha Panchaka (Auspicious) |
| 11:12 PM – 01:23 AM, Dec 31 | Agni Panchaka (Fire hazard) |
| 01:23 AM – 03:37 AM, Dec 31 | Subha Panchaka (Auspicious) |
| 03:37 AM – 05:53 AM, Dec 31 | Subha Panchaka (Auspicious) |
| 05:53 AM – 06:54 AM, Dec 31 | Subha Panchaka (Auspicious) |
Udaya Lagna Timings
| Sagittarius (Dhanu) | 06:54 AM – 08:02 AM |
|---|---|
| Capricorn (Makara) | 08:02 AM – 09:49 AM |
| Aquarius (Kumbha) | 09:49 AM – 11:22 AM |
| Pisces (Meena) | 11:22 AM – 12:53 PM |
| Aries (Mesha) | 12:53 PM – 02:34 PM |
| Taurus (Vrishabha) | 02:34 PM – 04:32 PM |
| Gemini (Mithuna) | 04:32 PM – 06:45 PM |
| Cancer (Karka) | 06:45 PM – 09:01 PM |
| Leo (Simha) | 09:01 PM – 11:12 PM |
| Virgo (Kanya) | 11:12 PM – 01:23 AM, Dec 31 |
| Libra (Tula) | 01:23 AM – 03:37 AM, Dec 31 |
| Scorpio (Vrischika) | 03:37 AM – 05:53 AM, Dec 31 |
| Sagittarius (Dhanu) | 05:53 AM – 06:54 AM, Dec 31 |
Other Calendars & Epoch
Kali Yuga Year5127
Kali Ahargana1872939
Julian DateDecember 17, 2026 CE
Julian Day2461404
Modified Julian Day61404
Rata Die (RD)739980
National Date9 Pausha, 1948
National Nirayana Date10 Bhadrapada, 1948
Lahiri Ayanamsha24.233331
Festivals, Vrats & Rituals
Kalashtami
Major FestivalAuspicious celebration and sacred observance of Kalashtami 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 Kalashtami 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.
Masik Krishna Janmashtami
Major FestivalGrand annual celebration of the divine appearance of Bhagavan Shri Krishna, the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu.
Deity: Lord Shri Krishna (Bhagavan Vasudeva / Yogeshwara)
Significance: Krishna Janmashtami carries profound spiritual, philosophical, and cultural significance for humanity:
1. Restoration of Dharma: Lord Krishna’s incarnation embodies the immortal promise of the Bhagavad Gita (4.7-8) that whenever righteousness declines and unrighteousness rises, the Divine descends to protect the virtuous and re-establish truth.
2. The Path of Karma Yoga: Lord Krishna’s teachings impart the eternal wisdom of selfless action—performing one's sacred duty with devotion without attachment to selfish rewards.
3. Purification and Liberation: In the Shrimad Bhagavatam and Padma Purana, observing the Janmashtami fast with pure devotion is declared to dissolve lifetimes of accumulated karmas, bestow mental clarity, grant progeny to the childless, and awaken divine love (Prema Bhakti) in the heart.
Rituals & Observances:
- Midnight Janmotsav Aarti at 12:00 AM with conch and bell chimes.
- Panchamrit Abhisheka with 108 Shaligram or Laddu Gopal darshan.
- Rocking Bal Gopal in decorated cradles (Jhula Darshan).
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.