54% Illum.
Dainika Panchang, 29 January 2027
23, Pausha
Krishna Paksha, Ashtami
2083 Gujarati Samvat
29
29 January 2027
Friday
Festivals & Vratas:KalashtamiMasik Krishna Janmashtami
The Five Limbs
Tithi
Ashtami
Ends at 04:58 AM, Jan 30
Next: Navami
Nakshatra
Swati
Ends at 01:54 AM, Jan 30
Next: Vishakha
Yoga
Shula
Ends at 04:12 PM
Next: Ganda
Karana
Balava
Ends at 04:25 PM
Next: Kaulava
Vara
Friday
Weekday (Venus (Shukra))
Ruler: Venus (Shukra)
24-Hour Progression (Sunrise to Sunrise)
Local Solar Day06:55 AM (Sunrise)12:0006:00 PM (Sunset)00:0006:55 AM, Jan 30 (Next Sunrise)
Tithi
Ashtami (Ends at 04:58 AM, Jan 30)
Navami
Nakshatra
Swati (Ends at 01:54 AM, Jan 30)
Vishakha
Yoga
Shula (Ends at 04:12 PM)
Ganda
Karana
Balava (Ends at 04:25 PM)
Kaulava (Ends at 04:58 AM, Jan 30)
Taitila
Surya & Chandra
Sun (Surya)
Sunrise
06:55 AM
Sunset
06:00 PM
Sun Sign: Capricorn (Makara)Day Length (Dinamana): 11h 4mMadhyahna (Solar Noon): 12:27 PM
Moon (Chandra)
Moonrise
12:54 AM
Moonset
11:18 AM
Moon Sign: Libra (Tula)Night Length (Ratrimana): 12h 54m
Detailed Panchanga
| Tithi | Ashtami(Ends at 04:58 AM, Jan 30) Next: Navami |
|---|---|
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha |
| Nakshatra | Swati(Ends at 01:54 AM, Jan 30) Next: Vishakha |
| Yoga | Shula(Ends at 04:12 PM) Next: Ganda |
| Karana | Balava(Ends at 04:25 PM) Kaulava(Ends at 04:58 AM, Jan 30) Taitila(Ends at Full Night) |
| Month (Amavasyant) | Pausha |
| Month (Purnimant) | Magha |
Rashi & Nakshatra Details
| Moon Sign | Libra (Tula)(till Full Night) Scorpio (Vrischika) (from Full Night) |
|---|---|
| Sun Sign | Capricorn (Makara) |
| Surya Nakshatra | Shravana (Pada 2) |
| Nakshatra Padas | Swati (Pada 2)Ends at 01:07 PM Swati (Pada 3)Ends at 07:29 PM Swati (Pada 4)Ends at 01:54 AM, Jan 30 Vishakha (Pada 1) |
| Sun & Moon Longitude | Sun: 284.66° · Moon: 190.06° |
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
Magha(Purnimanta)
Pausha(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 yoga05:12 AM – 06:04 AM
- Pratah SandhyaSacred dawn twilight period for prayers05:38 AM – 06:55 AM
- Abhijit MuhuratHighly auspicious midday period removing all obstacles12:06 PM – 12:50 PM
- Vijaya MuhurtaBrings victory and success in ventures02:19 PM – 03:03 PM
- Godhuli MuhurtaPeaceful sunset twilight suitable for worship06:00 PM – 06:26 PM
- Sayahna SandhyaSacred dusk evening twilight period06:00 PM – 07:18 PM
- Amrit KalamNectar period ensuring prosperity and fruitfulness02:54 PM – 04:36 PM
- Nishita MuhurtaSacred midnight hour auspicious for Shiva/Kali sadhana12:02 AM – 12:53 AM, Jan 30
Inauspicious Periods
- Rahu KalamInauspicious period; avoid initiating important deeds11:05 AM – 12:28 PM
- YamagandaInauspicious time governed by Yama; avoid travel03:14 PM – 04:37 PM
- Gulika KalamSaturnian period; unfavorable for new beginnings08:19 AM – 09:42 AM
- Dur MuhurtamInauspicious astrological conjunction; avoid key events09:08 AM – 09:53 AM
- VarjyamHarmful Visha Ghati interval to be strictly avoided06:27 AM – 08:08 AM
- Baana DoshaPlanetary arrow influence; avoid new construction or travelNripa –
Auspicious Yogas & Anandaadi & Tamil Yogas
sarvarthaSiddhiYoga
None
—
Ravi Yoga
Active
06:21 AM – 01:54 AM, Jan 30 to Next Sunrise
amritaSiddhiYoga
None
—
Pushya Yoga
None
—
Anandaadi Yoga
Inauspicious❌ Gada(Ends at 01:54 AM, Jan 30)→ ❌ Matanga
Tamil Yoga
AuspiciousSiddha(Ends at 01:54 AM, Jan 30)→ Siddha
Ritu & Ayana
| Drik Ayana | Uttarayana |
|---|---|
| Vedic Ayana | Uttarayana |
| Drik Ritu | Hemant |
| Vedic Ritu | Hemant |
| Netram | Two Eyes (Highly Auspicious) |
| Jeeva | 0.5 (Half Life - Moderate) |
Nivas, Shoola & Alignments
| Chandra Nivasa | West (Pashchima)(upto Full Night) → North (Uttara) |
|---|---|
| Agnivasa | Prithvi / Earth (Auspicious)(Ends at 04:58 AM, Jan 30) → Akasha / Sky (Inauspicious) |
| Disha Shoola | West (Pashchima)(Consume barley before travel) |
| Shivavasa | with gowri(Ends at 04:58 AM, Jan 30) → in sabha |
| Rahu Vasa | southeast |
| 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)
Favorable
Gemini (Mithuna)
Unfavorable
Cancer (Karka)
Unfavorable
Leo (Simha)
Favorable
Virgo (Kanya)
Unfavorable
Libra (Tula)
Favorable
Scorpio (Vrischika)
Unfavorable
Sagittarius (Dhanu)
Favorable
Capricorn (Makara)
Favorable
Aquarius (Kumbha)
Unfavorable
Pisces (Meena)
Ashtama Chandra (Avoid starting new tasks)
Tarabalam
Favorable Nakshatras for the day:
Ashwini
taraSadhanaTara
Bharani
taraPratyakTara
Krittika
taraKshemaTara
Rohini
taraVipatTara
Mrigashira
taraSampatTara
Ardra
taraJanmaTara
Punarvasu
taraParamaMitraTara
Pushya
taraMitraTara
Ashlesha
taraNaidhanaTara
Panchaka Rahita Intervals
| 06:55 AM – 07:51 AM | Subha Panchaka (Auspicious) |
| 07:51 AM – 09:24 AM | Mrityu Panchaka (Severe danger) |
| 09:24 AM – 10:55 AM | Agni Panchaka (Fire hazard) |
| 10:55 AM – 12:36 PM | Subha Panchaka (Auspicious) |
| 12:36 PM – 02:34 PM | Mrityu Panchaka (Severe danger) |
| 02:34 PM – 04:48 PM | Agni Panchaka (Fire hazard) |
| 04:48 PM – 07:03 PM | Subha Panchaka (Auspicious) |
| 07:03 PM – 09:15 PM | Raja Panchaka (Success & Honor) |
| 09:15 PM – 11:25 PM | Subha Panchaka (Auspicious) |
| 11:25 PM – 01:39 AM, Jan 30 | Subha Panchaka (Auspicious) |
| 01:39 AM – 03:55 AM, Jan 30 | Mrityu Panchaka (Severe danger) |
| 03:55 AM – 06:00 AM, Jan 30 | Mrityu Panchaka (Severe danger) |
| 06:00 AM – 06:55 AM, Jan 30 | Subha Panchaka (Auspicious) |
Udaya Lagna Timings
| Capricorn (Makara) | 06:55 AM – 07:51 AM |
|---|---|
| Aquarius (Kumbha) | 07:51 AM – 09:24 AM |
| Pisces (Meena) | 09:24 AM – 10:55 AM |
| Aries (Mesha) | 10:55 AM – 12:36 PM |
| Taurus (Vrishabha) | 12:36 PM – 02:34 PM |
| Gemini (Mithuna) | 02:34 PM – 04:48 PM |
| Cancer (Karka) | 04:48 PM – 07:03 PM |
| Leo (Simha) | 07:03 PM – 09:15 PM |
| Virgo (Kanya) | 09:15 PM – 11:25 PM |
| Libra (Tula) | 11:25 PM – 01:39 AM, Jan 30 |
| Scorpio (Vrischika) | 01:39 AM – 03:55 AM, Jan 30 |
| Sagittarius (Dhanu) | 03:55 AM – 06:00 AM, Jan 30 |
| Capricorn (Makara) | 06:00 AM – 06:55 AM, Jan 30 |
Other Calendars & Epoch
Kali Yuga Year5128
Kali Ahargana1872969
Julian DateJanuary 16, 2027 CE
Julian Day2461434
Modified Julian Day61434
Rata Die (RD)740010
National Date9 Magha, 1948
National Nirayana Date10 Bhadrapada, 1948
Lahiri Ayanamsha24.234478
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.