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Daily Panchang

Dainika Panchang, 20 December 2027

23, MargashirshaKrishna Paksha, Ashtami
2084 Gujarati Samvat
20
December 2027
Monday
Festivals & Vratas:KalashtamiMasik Krishna Janmashtami∞Yoga:AyushmanSiddha Yoga

The Five Limbs

Tithi

Ends at 01:53 AM, Dec 21
Next: Navami

Nakshatra

Ends at 01:04 AM, Dec 21
Next: Hasta

Yoga

Ends at 05:55 PM
Next: Saubhagya

Karana

Ends at 02:40 PM
Next: Kaulava

Vara

Monday
Weekday (Moon (Chandra))
Ruler: Moon (Chandra)

24-Hour Progression (Sunrise to Sunrise)

Local Solar Day
06:49 AM (Sunrise)12:0005:34 PM (Sunset)00:0006:50 AM, Dec 21 (Next Sunrise)
Tithi
Ashtami (Ends at 01:53 AM, Dec 21)
Navami
Nakshatra
Uttara Phalguni (Ends at 01:04 AM, Dec 21)
Hasta
Yoga
Ayushman (Ends at 05:55 PM)
Saubhagya
Karana
Balava (Ends at 02:40 PM)
Kaulava (Ends at 01:53 AM, Dec 21)
Taitila

Surya & Chandra

Sun (Surya)

Sunrise
06:49 AM
Sunset
05:34 PM
Sun Sign: Sagittarius (Dhanu)Day Length (Dinamana): 10h 44mMadhyahna (Solar Noon): 12:11 PM

Moon (Chandra)

Moonrise
12:35 AM
Moonset
11:55 AM
Moon Sign: Leo (Simha)Night Length (Ratrimana): 13h 16m

Detailed Panchanga

Krishna Paksha
Tithi
AshtamiEnds at 01:53 AM, Dec 21• Next: Navami
AyushmanEnds at 05:55 PM• Next: Saubhagya
Weekday
Monday
Month (Amavasyant)
Margashirsha
Uttara PhalguniEnds at 01:04 AM, Dec 21• Next: Hasta
Karana
Balava(02:40 PM)Kaulava(01:53 AM, Dec 21)Taitila(Full Night)
Paksha
Krishna Paksha(Dark Fortnight)
Month (Purnimant)
Pausha

Rashi & Nakshatra Details

Surya Nakshatra: Moola (Pada 2)
Moon Sign
Leo (Simha)(till 07:49 AM)→ Virgo (Kanya) (from 07:49 AM)
Sun Sign
Sagittarius (Dhanu)• Nirayana System
Surya Nakshatra
MoolaPada 2
Nakshatra Padas
Uttara Phalguni (Pada 1)07:49 AMUttara Phalguni (Pada 2)01:32 PMUttara Phalguni (Pada 3)07:17 PMUttara Phalguni (Pada 4)01:04 AM, Dec 21Hasta (Pada 1)Cont.Hasta (Pada 2)Cont.
Sun Longitude: 243.66°Moon Longitude: 149.43°

Lunar Month, Samvat and Brihaspati Samvatsara

VS 2084 · Shaka 1949
Vikram Samvat
2084Raudra
Shaka Samvat
Gujarati Samvat
Pravishte / Gate
5(Solar Month Day)
Brihaspati Samvat
Durmatiupto 04:29 PM, Saturday, 17 April 2027
Next Samvat
Dundubhi(Upcoming Jovian Year)
Chandramasa
Pausha(Purnimanta)
Margashirsha(Amanta)
Cycle Type
Barhaspatya 60-Year Cycle(North & South Tradition)

Auspicious Timings

16 Timings9 Active
Primary Solar Muhurats (8)8 Active
  • Brahma Muhurat
    05:04 AM – 05:57 AM
  • Pratah Sandhya
    05:30 AM – 06:50 AM
  • 11:50 AM – 12:33 PM
  • Vijaya Muhurta
    01:59 PM – 02:42 PM
  • Godhuli Muhurta
    05:34 PM – 06:01 PM
  • Sayahna Sandhya
    05:34 PM – 06:54 PM
  • Amrit Kalam
    06:57 PM – 08:28 PM
  • Nishita Muhurta
    11:46 PM – 12:39 AM, Dec 21
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Auspicious Timings Guide: Brahma Muhurat, Abhijit, and Amrit Kalam are traditionally chosen for launching ventures, travel, and auspicious ceremonies.

Inauspicious Periods

19 Periods7 Active
Negative Periods & Doshas (10)7 Active
  • 08:10 AM – 09:31 AM
  • Yamaganda
    10:51 AM – 12:12 PM
  • Gulika Kalam
    01:32 PM – 02:53 PM
  • Dur Muhurtam
    12:33 PM – 01:16 PM
  • Varjyam
    08:59 AM – 10:31 AM
  • Baana Dosha
    Agni
  • Bhadra (Vishti)
    None
  • Vinchudo
    None
  • Panchak
    None
  • 01:04 AM – 06:50 AM, Dec 21
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Traditional Guidance: Important undertakings, financial investments, and major travel are traditionally avoided during Rahu Kalam and Yamaganda.

Ritu & Ayana

Hemant
Drik Ayana
Dakshinayana
Drik Ritu
Hemant
Netram
Two Eyes (Highly Auspicious)
Vedic Ayana
Dakshinayana
Vedic Ritu
Hemant
Jeeva
0.5 (Half Life - Moderate)

Nivas, Shoola & Alignments

Panchaka Rahita: Auspicious
Chandra Nivasa
East (Purva)(upto 07:49 AM)→South (Dakshina)
Agnivasa
Patala (Inauspicious)(Ends at 01:53 AM, Dec 21)→Prithvi / Earth (Auspicious)
Disha Shoola
East (Purva)(Consume ghee before travel)
Shivavasa
Gowri (With Gowri)(Ends at 01:53 AM, Dec 21)→Sabha (Favorable)
Rahu Vasa
North-West
Homahuti
Guru
Kumbha Chakra
West
Panchaka Rahita
Auspicious

Mantri Mandala (Council of Planets)

Raja (King)
Mercury (Budha)
Mantri (Minister)
Mercury (Budha)
Senapati (Commander)
Mars (Mangala)
Sasyadhipati (Summer Crops)
Saturn (Shani)
Dhanyadhipati (Winter Grains)
Jupiter (Guru)
Dhanadhipati (Finance & Treasury)
Venus (Shukra)
Meghadhipati (Clouds & Rain)
Mars (Mangala)
Rasadhipati (Liquids & Oils)
Sun (Surya)
Nirasadhipati (Metals & Minerals)
Venus (Shukra)
Phaladhipati (Fruits)
Mars (Mangala)

Chandrabalam

6 Favorable1 Ashtama Chandra (Avoid starting new tasks)
Unfavorable
Unfavorable
Favorable
Unfavorable
Favorable
Ashtama Chandra (Avoid starting new tasks)

Tarabalam

15 Favorable12 Unfavorable
Vipat (Danger / Obstacles)Unfavorable
Sampat (Wealth & Prosperity)Favorable
Janma (Body / Self)Unfavorable
Parama Mitra (Greatest Friend / Supreme Support)Favorable
Mitra (Friendly & Favorable)Favorable
Naidhana (Severe destruction / Loss)Unfavorable
Sadhana (Success in efforts)Favorable
Pratyak (Obstacles in work)Unfavorable
Kshema (Well-being & Safety)Favorable
Vipat (Danger / Obstacles)Unfavorable

Panchaka Rahita Intervals

7 Auspicious6 Inauspicious
06:49 AM – 08:42 AM
Mrityu Panchaka (Severe danger)
08:42 AM – 10:29 AM
Agni Panchaka (Fire hazard)
10:29 AM – 12:02 PM
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
12:02 PM – 01:33 PM
Raja Panchaka (Success & Honor)
01:33 PM – 03:14 PM
Agni Panchaka (Fire hazard)
03:14 PM – 05:12 PM
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
05:12 PM – 07:25 PM
Raja Panchaka (Success & Honor)
07:25 PM – 09:41 PM
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
09:41 PM – 11:52 PM
Chora Panchaka (Risk of theft/loss)
11:52 PM – 02:03 AM, Dec 21
Roga Panchaka (Health concern)
02:03 AM – 04:17 AM, Dec 21
Agni Panchaka (Fire hazard)
04:17 AM – 06:32 AM, Dec 21
Raja Panchaka (Success & Honor)
06:32 AM – 06:50 AM, Dec 21
Raja Panchaka (Success & Honor)
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Udaya Lagna Timings

12 Rashis
06:49 AM – 08:42 AM
08:42 AM – 10:29 AM
10:29 AM – 12:02 PM
12:02 PM – 01:33 PM
01:33 PM – 03:14 PM
03:14 PM – 05:12 PM
05:12 PM – 07:25 PM
07:25 PM – 09:41 PM
09:41 PM – 11:52 PM
11:52 PM – 02:03 AM, Dec 21
02:03 AM – 04:17 AM, Dec 21
04:17 AM – 06:32 AM, Dec 21
06:32 AM – 06:50 AM, Dec 21
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Other Calendars & Epoch

3 Domains • 9 Parameters
Vedic Chronology
Kali Yuga Year
5128
Kali Ahargana
1873294
Lahiri Ayanamsha
24.246901°
Astronomical Counts
Julian Day
2461759
Modified Julian Day
61759
Rata Die (RD)
740335
National & Julian Dates
National Date
29 Margashirsha, 1949
Nirayana Date
10 Bhadrapada, 1949
Julian Date
December 7, 2027 CE

Festivals, Vrats & Rituals

2 Day Festivals & Events

Kalashtami

Major Festival

Auspicious 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 Festival

Grand 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

5 Limbs
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

1

The lunar day representing the angular distance between the Sun and Moon (each 12°). Crucial for determining fasts, festivals, and sacred rites.

Nakshatra

2

The lunar mansion occupied by the Moon in the sidereal zodiac (13° 20' each). It deeply influences mental inclinations and day energy.

Yoga

3

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

4

Half a Tithi (6° angular difference). Used for fine-grained selection of Muhuratas for specific commercial, domestic, and spiritual tasks.

Vara

5

The weekday ruled by a planetary lord, establishing the foundational energetic principle of the 24-hour cycle from sunrise to next sunrise.