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Daily Panchang

Dainika Panchang, 11 October 2028

23, AshwinaKrishna Paksha, Ashtami
2084 Gujarati Samvat
11
October 2028
Wednesday
Festivals & Vratas:KalashtamiMasik Krishna JanmashtamiChaturmasa Period∞Yoga:Parigha✦Ravi YogaSiddha Yoga

The Five Limbs

Tithi

Ends at 04:55 AM, Oct 12
Next: Navami

Nakshatra

Ends at 09:29 AM
Next: Punarvasu

Yoga

Ends at 08:10 AM
Next: Shiva

Karana

Ends at 05:26 PM
Next: Kaulava

Vara

Wednesday
Weekday (Mercury (Budha))
Ruler: Mercury (Budha)

24-Hour Progression (Sunrise to Sunrise)

Local Solar Day
06:10 AM (Sunrise)12:0005:52 PM (Sunset)00:0006:10 AM, Oct 12 (Next Sunrise)
Tithi
Ashtami (Ends at 04:55 AM, Oct 12)
Navami
Nakshatra
Ardra (09:29 AM)
Punarvasu
Yoga
Parigha
Shiva
Karana
Balava (Ends at 05:26 PM)
Kaulava (Ends at 04:55 AM, Oct 12)
Taitila

Surya & Chandra

Sun (Surya)

Sunrise
06:10 AM
Sunset
05:52 PM
Sun Sign: Virgo (Kanya)Day Length (Dinamana): 11h 41mMadhyahna (Solar Noon): 12:01 PM

Moon (Chandra)

Moonrise
11:50 PM
Moonset
12:41 PM
Moon Sign: Gemini (Mithuna)Night Length (Ratrimana): 12h 18m

Detailed Panchanga

Krishna Paksha
Tithi
AshtamiEnds at 04:55 AM, Oct 12• Next: Navami
ParighaEnds at 08:10 AM• Next: Shiva
Weekday
Wednesday
Month (Amavasyant)
Ashwina
ArdraEnds at 09:29 AM• Next: Punarvasu
Karana
Balava(05:26 PM)Kaulava(04:55 AM, Oct 12)Taitila(Full Night)
Paksha
Krishna Paksha(Dark Fortnight)
Month (Purnimant)
Kartika

Rashi & Nakshatra Details

Surya Nakshatra: Chitra (Pada 1)
Moon Sign
Gemini (Mithuna)(till 03:19 AM, Oct 12)→ Cancer (Karka) (from 03:19 AM, Oct 12)
Sun Sign
Virgo (Kanya)• Nirayana System
Surya Nakshatra
ChitraPada 1
Nakshatra Padas
Ardra (Pada 4)09:29 AMPunarvasu (Pada 1)03:28 PMPunarvasu (Pada 2)09:24 PMPunarvasu (Pada 3)03:19 AM, Oct 12Punarvasu (Pada 4)Cont.
Sun Longitude: 173.97°Moon Longitude: 78.16°

Lunar Month, Samvat and Brihaspati Samvatsara

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

Auspicious Timings

16 Timings9 Active
Primary Solar Muhurats (8)7 Active
  • Brahma Muhurat
    04:32 AM – 05:21 AM
  • Pratah Sandhya
    04:56 AM – 06:10 AM
  • None
  • Vijaya Muhurta
    01:58 PM – 02:45 PM
  • Godhuli Muhurta
    05:52 PM – 06:17 PM
  • Sayahna Sandhya
    05:52 PM – 07:06 PM
  • Amrit Kalam
    02:59 AM – 04:37 AM
  • Nishita Muhurta
    11:37 PM – 12:26 AM, Oct 12
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 Periods9 Active
Negative Periods & Doshas (10)7 Active
  • 12:01 PM – 01:29 PM
  • Yamaganda
    07:38 AM – 09:06 AM
  • Gulika Kalam
    10:33 AM – 12:01 PM
  • Dur Muhurtam
    11:38 AM – 12:25 PM
  • Varjyam
    09:19 PM – 10:54 PM
  • Baana Dosha
    Mrityu
  • Bhadra (Vishti)
    None
  • Vinchudo
    None
  • Panchak
    None
  • 06:10 AM – 09:29 AM
Inauspicious Yogas (9)2 Active
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Traditional Guidance: Important undertakings, financial investments, and major travel are traditionally avoided during Rahu Kalam and Yamaganda.

Ritu & Ayana

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

Nivas, Shoola & Alignments

Panchaka Rahita: Auspicious
Chandra Nivasa
West (Pashchima)(upto 03:19 AM, Oct 12)→North (Uttara)
Agnivasa
Akasha / Sky (Inauspicious)(Ends at 04:55 AM, Oct 12)→Patala (Inauspicious)
Disha Shoola
North (Uttara)(Consume jaggery before travel)
Shivavasa
Gowri (With Gowri)(Ends at 04:55 AM, Oct 12)→Sabha (Favorable)
Rahu Vasa
South-West
Homahuti
Guru
Kumbha Chakra
South
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
Unfavorable
Favorable
Favorable
Unfavorable
Ashtama Chandra (Avoid starting new tasks)
Unfavorable

Tarabalam

15 Favorable12 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
Sadhana (Success in efforts)Favorable

Panchaka Rahita Intervals

8 Auspicious5 Inauspicious
06:10 AM – 06:39 AM
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
06:39 AM – 08:54 AM
Raja Panchaka (Success & Honor)
08:54 AM – 11:09 AM
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
11:09 AM – 01:15 PM
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
01:15 PM – 03:02 PM
Roga Panchaka (Health concern)
03:02 PM – 04:35 PM
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
04:35 PM – 06:06 PM
Mrityu Panchaka (Severe danger)
06:06 PM – 07:47 PM
Roga Panchaka (Health concern)
07:47 PM – 09:45 PM
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
09:45 PM – 11:58 PM
Mrityu Panchaka (Severe danger)
11:58 PM – 02:14 AM, Oct 12
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
02:14 AM – 04:25 AM, Oct 12
Raja Panchaka (Success & Honor)
04:25 AM – 06:10 AM, Oct 12
Chora Panchaka (Risk of theft/loss)
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Udaya Lagna Timings

12 Rashis
06:10 AM – 06:39 AM
06:39 AM – 08:54 AM
08:54 AM – 11:09 AM
11:09 AM – 01:15 PM
01:15 PM – 03:02 PM
03:02 PM – 04:35 PM
04:35 PM – 06:06 PM
06:06 PM – 07:47 PM
07:47 PM – 09:45 PM
09:45 PM – 11:58 PM
11:58 PM – 02:14 AM, Oct 12
02:14 AM – 04:25 AM, Oct 12
04:25 AM – 06:10 AM, Oct 12
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Other Calendars & Epoch

3 Domains • 9 Parameters
Vedic Chronology
Kali Yuga Year
5129
Kali Ahargana
1873590
Lahiri Ayanamsha
24.258216°
Astronomical Counts
Julian Day
2462055
Modified Julian Day
62055
Rata Die (RD)
740631
National & Julian Dates
National Date
19 Ashwina, 1950
Nirayana Date
10 Bhadrapada, 1950
Julian Date
September 28, 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).

Chaturmasa Period

Major Festival

Auspicious celebration and sacred observance of Chaturmasa Period 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 Chaturmasa Period 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.