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Daily Panchang

Dainika Panchang, 17 April 2028

23, ChaitraKrishna Paksha, Ashtami
2084 Gujarati Samvat
17
April 2028
Monday
Festivals & Vratas:KalashtamiMasik Krishna Janmashtami∞Yoga:Sadhya✦Sarvartha SiddhiMarana Yoga

The Five Limbs

Tithi

Ends at 11:11 AM
Next: Navami

Nakshatra

Ends at 12:12 PM
Next: Shravana

Yoga

Ends at 06:30 AM, Apr 18
Next: Shubha

Karana

Ends at 11:11 AM
Next: Taitila

Vara

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

24-Hour Progression (Sunrise to Sunrise)

Local Solar Day
05:53 AM (Sunrise)12:0006:35 PM (Sunset)00:0005:52 AM, Apr 18 (Next Sunrise)
Tithi
Ashtami (Ends at 11:11 AM)
Navami
Nakshatra
Uttara Ashadha (Ends at 12:12 PM)
Shravana
Yoga
Sadhya
Karana
Kaulava (Ends at 11:11 AM)
Taitila (Ends at 12:22 AM, Apr 18)
Garaja

Surya & Chandra

Sun (Surya)

Sunrise
05:53 AM
Sunset
06:35 PM
Sun Sign: Aries (Mesha)Day Length (Dinamana): 12h 42mMadhyahna (Solar Noon): 12:14 PM

Moon (Chandra)

Moonrise
01:49 AM
Moonset
12:23 PM
Moon Sign: Capricorn (Makara)Night Length (Ratrimana): 11h 16m

Detailed Panchanga

Krishna Paksha
Tithi
AshtamiEnds at 11:11 AM• Next: Navami
SadhyaEnds at 06:30 AM, Apr 18• Next: Shubha
Weekday
Monday
Month (Amavasyant)
Chaitra
Uttara AshadhaEnds at 12:12 PM• Next: Shravana
Karana
Kaulava(11:11 AM)Taitila(12:22 AM, Apr 18)Garaja(Full Night)
Paksha
Krishna Paksha(Dark Fortnight)
Month (Purnimant)
Vaishakha

Rashi & Nakshatra Details

Surya Nakshatra: Ashwini (Pada 1)
Moon Sign
Capricorn (Makara)(till Full Night)→ Aquarius (Kumbha) (from Full Night)
Sun Sign
Aries (Mesha)• Nirayana System
Surya Nakshatra
AshwiniPada 1
Nakshatra Padas
Uttara Ashadha (Pada 4)12:12 PMShravana (Pada 1)06:55 PMShravana (Pada 2)01:40 AM, Apr 18Shravana (Pada 3)Cont.
Sun Longitude: 3.27°Moon Longitude: 276.85°

Lunar Month, Samvat and Brihaspati Samvatsara

VS 2085 · Shaka 1950
Vikram Samvat
Shaka Samvat
1950Kilaka
Gujarati Samvat
Pravishte / Gate
5(Solar Month Day)
Brihaspati Samvat
Dundubhiupto 05:16 PM, Wednesday, 12 April 2028
Next Samvat
Rudhirodgari(Upcoming Jovian Year)
Chandramasa
Vaishakha(Purnimanta)
Chaitra(Amanta)
Cycle Type
Barhaspatya 60-Year Cycle(North & South Tradition)

Auspicious Timings

16 Timings10 Active
Primary Solar Muhurats (8)8 Active
  • Brahma Muhurat
    04:23 AM – 05:08 AM
  • Pratah Sandhya
    04:45 AM – 05:53 AM
  • 11:49 AM – 12:40 PM
  • Vijaya Muhurta
    02:21 PM – 03:12 PM
  • Godhuli Muhurta
    06:35 PM – 06:58 PM
  • Sayahna Sandhya
    06:35 PM – 07:43 PM
  • Amrit Kalam
    02:36 AM – 04:23 AM, Apr 18
  • Nishita Muhurta
    11:51 PM – 12:36 AM, Apr 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 Periods7 Active
Negative Periods & Doshas (10)7 Active
  • 07:28 AM – 09:04 AM
  • Yamaganda
    10:39 AM – 12:14 PM
  • Gulika Kalam
    01:50 PM – 03:25 PM
  • Dur Muhurtam
    12:40 PM – 01:31 PM
  • Varjyam
    04:42 PM – 06:30 PM
  • Baana Dosha
    Mrityu
  • Bhadra (Vishti)
    None
  • Vinchudo
    None
  • Panchak
    None
  • 02:00 PM – 05:52 AM, Apr 18
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Traditional Guidance: Important undertakings, financial investments, and major travel are traditionally avoided during Rahu Kalam and Yamaganda.

Ritu & Ayana

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

Nivas, Shoola & Alignments

Panchaka Rahita: Auspicious
Chandra Nivasa
South (Dakshina)(upto Full Night)→West (Pashchima)
Agnivasa
Patala (Inauspicious)(Ends at 11:11 AM)→Prithvi / Earth (Auspicious)
Disha Shoola
East (Purva)(Consume ghee before travel)
Shivavasa
Gowri (With Gowri)(Ends at 11:11 AM)→Sabha (Favorable)
Rahu Vasa
North-West
Homahuti
Guru
Kumbha Chakra
North
Panchaka Rahita
Auspicious

Mantri Mandala (Council of Planets)

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

Chandrabalam

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

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

9 Auspicious4 Inauspicious
05:53 AM – 07:26 AM
Agni Panchaka (Fire hazard)
07:26 AM – 09:25 AM
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
09:25 AM – 11:38 AM
Raja Panchaka (Success & Honor)
11:38 AM – 01:54 PM
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
01:54 PM – 04:05 PM
Roga Panchaka (Health concern)
04:05 PM – 06:15 PM
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
06:15 PM – 08:30 PM
Mrityu Panchaka (Severe danger)
08:30 PM – 10:45 PM
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
10:45 PM – 12:51 AM, Apr 18
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
12:51 AM – 02:37 AM, Apr 18
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
02:37 AM – 04:11 AM, Apr 18
Chora Panchaka (Risk of theft/loss)
04:11 AM – 05:42 AM, Apr 18
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
05:42 AM – 05:52 AM, Apr 18
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
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Udaya Lagna Timings

12 Rashis
05:53 AM – 07:26 AM
07:26 AM – 09:25 AM
09:25 AM – 11:38 AM
11:38 AM – 01:54 PM
01:54 PM – 04:05 PM
04:05 PM – 06:15 PM
06:15 PM – 08:30 PM
08:30 PM – 10:45 PM
10:45 PM – 12:51 AM, Apr 18
12:51 AM – 02:37 AM, Apr 18
02:37 AM – 04:11 AM, Apr 18
04:11 AM – 05:42 AM, Apr 18
05:42 AM – 05:52 AM, Apr 18
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Other Calendars & Epoch

3 Domains • 9 Parameters
Vedic Chronology
Kali Yuga Year
5129
Kali Ahargana
1873413
Lahiri Ayanamsha
24.251450°
Astronomical Counts
Julian Day
2461878
Modified Julian Day
61878
Rata Die (RD)
740454
National & Julian Dates
National Date
28 Chaitra, 1950
Nirayana Date
10 Bhadrapada, 1950
Julian Date
April 4, 2028 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.