47% Illum.
Dainika Panchang, 31 December 2026
23, Margashirsha
Krishna Paksha, Ashtami
2083 Gujarati Samvat
31
31 December 2026
Thursday
Festivals & Vratas:KalashtamiMasik Krishna Janmashtami
The Five Limbs
Tithi
Ashtami
Ends at 12:32 PM
Next: Navami
Nakshatra
Hasta
Ends at 04:13 PM
Next: Chitra
Yoga
Shobhana
Ends at 12:25 PM
Next: Atiganda
Karana
Kaulava
Ends at 12:32 PM
Next: Taitila
Vara
Thursday
Weekday (Jupiter (Guru))
Ruler: Jupiter (Guru)
24-Hour Progression (Sunrise to Sunrise)
Local Solar Day06:54 AM (Sunrise)12:0005:40 PM (Sunset)00:0006:55 AM, Jan 1 (Next Sunrise)
Tithi
Ashtami (Ends at 12:32 PM)
Navami
Nakshatra
Hasta (Ends at 04:13 PM)
Chitra
Yoga
Shobhana (Ends at 12:25 PM)
Atiganda
Karana
Kaulava (Ends at 12:32 PM)
Taitila (Ends at 12:46 AM, Jan 1)
Garaja
Surya & Chandra
Sun (Surya)
Sunrise
06:54 AM
Sunset
05:40 PM
Sun Sign: Sagittarius (Dhanu)Day Length (Dinamana): 10h 45mMadhyahna (Solar Noon): 12:17 PM
Moon (Chandra)
Moonrise
01:11 AM
Moonset
12:08 PM
Moon Sign: Virgo (Kanya)Night Length (Ratrimana): 13h 14m
Detailed Panchanga
| Tithi | Ashtami(Ends at 12:32 PM) Next: Navami |
|---|---|
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha |
| Nakshatra | Hasta(Ends at 04:13 PM) Next: Chitra |
| Yoga | Shobhana(Ends at 12:25 PM) Next: Atiganda |
| Karana | Kaulava(Ends at 12:32 PM) Taitila(Ends at 12:46 AM, Jan 1) Garaja(Ends at Full Night) |
| Month (Amavasyant) | Margashirsha |
| Month (Purnimant) | Pausha |
Rashi & Nakshatra Details
| Moon Sign | Virgo (Kanya)(till 04:46 AM, Jan 1) Libra (Tula) (from 04:46 AM, Jan 1) |
|---|---|
| Sun Sign | Sagittarius (Dhanu) |
| Surya Nakshatra | Purva Ashadha (Pada 1) |
| Nakshatra Padas | Hasta (Pada 3)Ends at 10:00 AM Hasta (Pada 4)Ends at 04:13 PM Chitra (Pada 1)Ends at 10:28 PM Chitra (Pada 2)Ends at 04:46 AM, Jan 1 Chitra (Pada 3) |
| Sun & Moon Longitude | Sun: 255.13° · Moon: 168.34° |
Lunar Month, Samvat and Brihaspati Samvatsara
Vikram Samvat2083Siddharthi
Shaka Samvat1948Parabhava
Gujarati Samvat2083Kalayukta
Pravishte / Gate16
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 yoga05:09 AM – 06:02 AM
- Pratah SandhyaSacred dawn twilight period for prayers05:35 AM – 06:55 AM
- Abhijit MuhuratHighly auspicious midday period removing all obstacles11:56 AM – 12:39 PM
- Vijaya MuhurtaBrings victory and success in ventures02:05 PM – 02:48 PM
- Godhuli MuhurtaPeaceful sunset twilight suitable for worship05:40 PM – 06:07 PM
- Sayahna SandhyaSacred dusk evening twilight period05:40 PM – 07:00 PM
- Amrit KalamNectar period ensuring prosperity and fruitfulness07:11 AM – 08:50 AM
- Nishita MuhurtaSacred midnight hour auspicious for Shiva/Kali sadhana11:51 PM – 12:44 AM, Jan 1
Inauspicious Periods
- Rahu KalamInauspicious period; avoid initiating important deeds01:38 PM – 02:59 PM
- YamagandaInauspicious time governed by Yama; avoid travel06:55 AM – 08:16 AM
- Gulika KalamSaturnian period; unfavorable for new beginnings09:36 AM – 10:57 AM
- Dur MuhurtamInauspicious astrological conjunction; avoid key events10:30 AM – 11:13 AM
- VarjyamHarmful Visha Ghati interval to be strictly avoided12:38 AM – 02:19 AM, Jan 1
- Baana DoshaPlanetary arrow influence; avoid new construction or travelAgni –
Auspicious Yogas & Anandaadi & Tamil Yogas
sarvarthaSiddhiYoga
None
—
Ravi Yoga
Active
06:21 AM – 04:13 PM to Next Sunrise
amritaSiddhiYoga
None
—
Pushya Yoga
None
—
Anandaadi Yoga
Inauspicious❌ Rakshasa(Ends at 04:13 PM)→ ❌ Char
Tamil Yoga
AuspiciousSiddha(Ends at 04:13 PM)→ Siddha
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 04:46 AM, Jan 1) → West (Pashchima) |
|---|---|
| Agnivasa | Patala (Inauspicious)(Ends at 12:32 PM) → Prithvi / Earth (Auspicious) |
| Disha Shoola | South (Dakshina)(Consume mustard before travel) |
| Shivavasa | with gowri(Ends at 12:32 PM) → in sabha |
| Rahu Vasa | South (Dakshina) |
| 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
taraKshemaTara
Bharani
taraVipatTara
Krittika
taraSampatTara
Rohini
taraJanmaTara
Mrigashira
taraParamaMitraTara
Ardra
taraMitraTara
Punarvasu
taraNaidhanaTara
Pushya
taraSadhanaTara
Ashlesha
taraPratyakTara
Panchaka Rahita Intervals
| 06:54 AM – 07:57 AM | Subha Panchaka (Auspicious) |
| 07:57 AM – 09:44 AM | Chora Panchaka (Risk of theft/loss) |
| 09:44 AM – 11:18 AM | Subha Panchaka (Auspicious) |
| 11:18 AM – 12:49 PM | Roga Panchaka (Health concern) |
| 12:49 PM – 02:29 PM | Subha Panchaka (Auspicious) |
| 02:29 PM – 04:28 PM | Roga Panchaka (Health concern) |
| 04:28 PM – 06:41 PM | Mrityu Panchaka (Severe danger) |
| 06:41 PM – 08:57 PM | Agni Panchaka (Fire hazard) |
| 08:57 PM – 11:08 PM | Subha Panchaka (Auspicious) |
| 11:08 PM – 01:18 AM, Jan 1 | Subha Panchaka (Auspicious) |
| 01:18 AM – 03:33 AM, Jan 1 | Chora Panchaka (Risk of theft/loss) |
| 03:33 AM – 05:48 AM, Jan 1 | Roga Panchaka (Health concern) |
| 05:48 AM – 06:55 AM, Jan 1 | Roga Panchaka (Health concern) |
Udaya Lagna Timings
| Sagittarius (Dhanu) | 06:54 AM – 07:57 AM |
|---|---|
| Capricorn (Makara) | 07:57 AM – 09:44 AM |
| Aquarius (Kumbha) | 09:44 AM – 11:18 AM |
| Pisces (Meena) | 11:18 AM – 12:49 PM |
| Aries (Mesha) | 12:49 PM – 02:29 PM |
| Taurus (Vrishabha) | 02:29 PM – 04:28 PM |
| Gemini (Mithuna) | 04:28 PM – 06:41 PM |
| Cancer (Karka) | 06:41 PM – 08:57 PM |
| Leo (Simha) | 08:57 PM – 11:08 PM |
| Virgo (Kanya) | 11:08 PM – 01:18 AM, Jan 1 |
| Libra (Tula) | 01:18 AM – 03:33 AM, Jan 1 |
| Scorpio (Vrischika) | 03:33 AM – 05:48 AM, Jan 1 |
| Sagittarius (Dhanu) | 05:48 AM – 06:55 AM, Jan 1 |
Other Calendars & Epoch
Kali Yuga Year5127
Kali Ahargana1872940
Julian DateDecember 18, 2026 CE
Julian Day2461405
Modified Julian Day61405
Rata Die (RD)739981
National Date10 Pausha, 1948
National Nirayana Date10 Bhadrapada, 1948
Lahiri Ayanamsha24.233369
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.