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Daily Panchang

Dainika Panchang, 17 February 2028

23, MaghaKrishna Paksha, Ashtami
2084 Gujarati Samvat
17
February 2028
Thursday
Festivals & Vratas:KalashtamiMasik Krishna JanmashtamiVinchudo∞Yoga:Dhruva✦Sarvartha SiddhiSiddha Yoga

The Five Limbs

Tithi

Ends at 01:41 AM, Feb 18
Next: Navami

Nakshatra

Ends at 12:32 PM
Next: Anuradha

Yoga

Ends at 05:17 PM
Next: Vyaghata

Karana

Ends at 01:37 PM
Next: Kaulava

Vara

Thursday
Weekday (Jupiter (Guru))
Ruler: Jupiter (Guru)

24-Hour Progression (Sunrise to Sunrise)

Local Solar Day
06:46 AM (Sunrise)12:0006:11 PM (Sunset)00:0006:45 AM, Feb 18 (Next Sunrise)
Tithi
Ashtami (Ends at 01:41 AM, Feb 18)
Navami
Nakshatra
Vishakha (Ends at 12:32 PM)
Anuradha
Yoga
Dhruva (Ends at 05:17 PM)
Vyaghata
Karana
Balava (Ends at 01:37 PM)
Kaulava (Ends at 01:41 AM, Feb 18)
Taitila

Surya & Chandra

Sun (Surya)

Sunrise
06:46 AM
Sunset
06:11 PM
Sun Sign: Aquarius (Kumbha)Day Length (Dinamana): 11h 25mMadhyahna (Solar Noon): 12:28 PM

Moon (Chandra)

Moonrise
01:17 AM
Moonset
11:17 AM
Moon Sign: Scorpio (Vrischika)Night Length (Ratrimana): 12h 33m

Detailed Panchanga

Krishna Paksha
Tithi
AshtamiEnds at 01:41 AM, Feb 18• Next: Navami
DhruvaEnds at 05:17 PM• Next: Vyaghata
Weekday
Thursday
Month (Amavasyant)
Magha
VishakhaEnds at 12:32 PM• Next: Anuradha
Karana
Balava(01:37 PM)Kaulava(01:41 AM, Feb 18)Taitila(Full Night)
Paksha
Krishna Paksha(Dark Fortnight)
Month (Purnimant)
Phalguna

Rashi & Nakshatra Details

Surya Nakshatra: Dhanishtha (Pada 4)
Moon Sign
Scorpio (Vrischika)(till Full Night)→ Sagittarius (Dhanu) (from Full Night)
Sun Sign
Aquarius (Kumbha)• Nirayana System
Surya Nakshatra
Nakshatra Padas
Vishakha (Pada 4)12:32 PMAnuradha (Pada 1)06:41 PMAnuradha (Pada 2)12:52 AM, Feb 18Anuradha (Pada 3)Cont.Anuradha (Pada 4)Cont.
Sun Longitude: 303.64°Moon Longitude: 210.18°

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
Phalguna(Purnimanta)
Magha(Amanta)
Cycle Type
Barhaspatya 60-Year Cycle(North & South Tradition)

Auspicious Timings

16 Timings10 Active
Primary Solar Muhurats (8)8 Active
  • Brahma Muhurat
    05:05 AM – 05:56 AM
  • Pratah Sandhya
    05:31 AM – 06:46 AM
  • 12:06 PM – 12:52 PM
  • Vijaya Muhurta
    02:23 PM – 03:09 PM
  • Godhuli Muhurta
    06:11 PM – 06:37 PM
  • Sayahna Sandhya
    06:11 PM – 07:27 PM
  • Amrit Kalam
    03:41 AM – 05:18 AM
  • Nishita Muhurta
    12:03 AM – 12:54 AM, Feb 18
Auspicious Yogas (8)2 Active
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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 Periods11 Active
Negative Periods & Doshas (10)8 Active
  • 01:54 PM – 03:20 PM
  • Yamaganda
    06:46 AM – 08:12 AM
  • Gulika Kalam
    09:37 AM – 11:03 AM
  • Dur Muhurtam
    10:35 AM – 11:20 AM
  • Varjyam
    04:40 PM – 06:20 PM
  • Baana Dosha
    Chora
  • Bhadra (Vishti)
    None
  • Vinchudo
    Full Day
  • Panchak
    None
  • 06:46 AM – 12:32 PM
Inauspicious Yogas (9)3 Active
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Traditional Guidance: Important undertakings, financial investments, and major travel are traditionally avoided during Rahu Kalam and Yamaganda.

Ritu & Ayana

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

Nivas, Shoola & Alignments

Panchaka Rahita: Auspicious
Chandra Nivasa
North (Uttara)(upto Full Night)→East (Purva)
Agnivasa
Patala (Inauspicious)(Ends at 01:41 AM, Feb 18)→Prithvi / Earth (Auspicious)
Disha Shoola
South (Dakshina)(Consume mustard before travel)
Shivavasa
Gowri (With Gowri)(Ends at 01:41 AM, Feb 18)→Sabha (Favorable)
Rahu Vasa
South (Dakshina)
Homahuti
Guru
Kumbha Chakra
North
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)
Ashtama Chandra (Avoid starting new tasks)
Unfavorable
Unfavorable
Favorable

Tarabalam

15 Favorable12 Unfavorable
Naidhana (Severe destruction / Loss)Unfavorable
Sadhana (Success in efforts)Favorable
Pratyak (Obstacles in work)Unfavorable
Kshema (Well-being & Safety)Favorable
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

Panchaka Rahita Intervals

7 Auspicious6 Inauspicious
06:46 AM – 08:11 AM
Mrityu Panchaka (Severe danger)
08:11 AM – 09:42 AM
Agni Panchaka (Fire hazard)
09:42 AM – 11:22 AM
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
11:22 AM – 01:21 PM
Mrityu Panchaka (Severe danger)
01:21 PM – 03:34 PM
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
03:34 PM – 05:50 PM
Raja Panchaka (Success & Honor)
05:50 PM – 08:01 PM
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
08:01 PM – 10:11 PM
Chora Panchaka (Risk of theft/loss)
10:11 PM – 12:26 AM, Feb 18
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
12:26 AM – 02:41 AM, Feb 18
Mrityu Panchaka (Severe danger)
02:41 AM – 04:47 AM, Feb 18
Agni Panchaka (Fire hazard)
04:47 AM – 06:33 AM, Feb 18
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
06:33 AM – 06:45 AM, Feb 18
Raja Panchaka (Success & Honor)
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Udaya Lagna Timings

12 Rashis
06:46 AM – 08:11 AM
08:11 AM – 09:42 AM
09:42 AM – 11:22 AM
11:22 AM – 01:21 PM
01:21 PM – 03:34 PM
03:34 PM – 05:50 PM
05:50 PM – 08:01 PM
08:01 PM – 10:11 PM
10:11 PM – 12:26 AM, Feb 18
12:26 AM – 02:41 AM, Feb 18
02:41 AM – 04:47 AM, Feb 18
04:47 AM – 06:33 AM, Feb 18
06:33 AM – 06:45 AM, Feb 18
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Other Calendars & Epoch

3 Domains • 9 Parameters
Vedic Chronology
Kali Yuga Year
5129
Kali Ahargana
1873353
Lahiri Ayanamsha
24.249157°
Astronomical Counts
Julian Day
2461818
Modified Julian Day
61818
Rata Die (RD)
740394
National & Julian Dates
National Date
27 Magha, 1949
Nirayana Date
10 Bhadrapada, 1949
Julian Date
February 4, 2028 CE

Festivals, Vrats & Rituals

3 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).

Vinchudo

Major Festival

Auspicious celebration and sacred observance of Vinchudo 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 Vinchudo 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

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.