Krishna Paksha Ashtami • 52% Illum.Third Quarter
Daily Panchang

Dainika Panchang, 9 December 2028

23, MargashirshaKrishna Paksha, Ashtami
2085 Gujarati Samvat
9
December 2028
Saturday
Festivals & Vratas:KalashtamiMasik Krishna JanmashtamiChaturmasa Period∞Yoga:PritiSiddha Yoga

The Five Limbs

Tithi

Ends at 10:05 PM
Next: Navami

Nakshatra

Ends at 04:39 PM
Next: Uttara Phalguni

Yoga

Ends at 02:40 AM, Dec 10
Next: Ayushman

Karana

Ends at 11:08 AM
Next: Kaulava

Vara

Saturday
Weekday (Saturn (Shani))
Ruler: Saturn (Shani)

24-Hour Progression (Sunrise to Sunrise)

Local Solar Day
06:43 AM (Sunrise)12:0005:30 PM (Sunset)00:0006:44 AM, Dec 10 (Next Sunrise)
Tithi
Ashtami (Ends at 10:05 PM)
Navami
Nakshatra
Purva Phalguni (Ends at 04:39 PM)
Uttara Phalguni
Yoga
Priti (Ends at 02:40 AM, Dec 10)
Ayushman
Karana
Balava (11:08 AM)
Kaulava (Ends at 10:05 PM)
Taitila

Surya & Chandra

Sun (Surya)

Sunrise
06:43 AM
Sunset
05:30 PM
Sun Sign: Scorpio (Vrischika)Day Length (Dinamana): 10h 46mMadhyahna (Solar Noon): 12:07 PM

Moon (Chandra)

Moonrise
12:39 AM
Moonset
12:09 PM
Moon Sign: Leo (Simha)Night Length (Ratrimana): 13h 14m

Detailed Panchanga

Krishna Paksha
Tithi
AshtamiEnds at 10:05 PM• Next: Navami
PritiEnds at 02:40 AM, Dec 10• Next: Ayushman
Weekday
Saturday
Month (Amavasyant)
Kartika
Purva PhalguniEnds at 04:39 PM• Next: Uttara Phalguni
Karana
Balava(11:08 AM)Kaulava(10:05 PM)Taitila(Full Night)
Paksha
Krishna Paksha(Dark Fortnight)
Month (Purnimant)
Margashirsha

Rashi & Nakshatra Details

Surya Nakshatra: Jyeshtha (Pada 2)
Moon Sign
Leo (Simha)(till 10:18 PM)→ Virgo (Kanya) (from 10:18 PM)
Sun Sign
Scorpio (Vrischika)• Nirayana System
Surya Nakshatra
JyeshthaPada 2
Nakshatra Padas
Purva Phalguni (Pada 3)11:00 AMPurva Phalguni (Pada 4)04:39 PMUttara Phalguni (Pada 1)10:18 PMUttara Phalguni (Pada 2)03:55 AM, Dec 10Uttara Phalguni (Pada 3)Cont.
Sun Longitude: 233.23°Moon Longitude: 140.82°

Lunar Month, Samvat and Brihaspati Samvatsara

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

Auspicious Timings

16 Timings9 Active
Primary Solar Muhurats (8)8 Active
  • Brahma Muhurat
    04:58 AM – 05:51 AM
  • Pratah Sandhya
    05:25 AM – 06:44 AM
  • 11:46 AM – 12:29 PM
  • Vijaya Muhurta
    01:55 PM – 02:38 PM
  • Godhuli Muhurta
    05:30 PM – 05:57 PM
  • Sayahna Sandhya
    05:30 PM – 06:50 PM
  • Amrit Kalam
    10:59 AM – 12:30 PM
  • Nishita Muhurta
    11:41 PM – 12:34 AM, Dec 10
Auspicious Yogas (8)1 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 Periods8 Active
Negative Periods & Doshas (10)7 Active
  • 09:25 AM – 10:46 AM
  • Yamaganda
    01:28 PM – 02:49 PM
  • Gulika Kalam
    06:44 AM – 08:05 AM
  • Dur Muhurtam
    06:44 AM – 07:27 AM
  • Varjyam
    11:24 PM – 12:54 AM, Dec 10
  • Baana Dosha
    Agni
  • Bhadra (Vishti)
    None
  • Vinchudo
    None
  • Panchak
    None
  • 04:39 PM – 06:44 AM, Dec 10
Inauspicious Yogas (9)1 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
East (Purva)(upto 10:18 PM)→South (Dakshina)
Agnivasa
Akasha / Sky (Inauspicious)(Ends at 10:05 PM)→Patala (Inauspicious)
Disha Shoola
East (Purva)(Consume ghee before travel)
Shivavasa
Gowri (With Gowri)(Ends at 10:05 PM)→Sabha (Favorable)
Rahu Vasa
East (Purva)
Homahuti
Guru
Kumbha Chakra
West
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)
Unfavorable
Unfavorable
Favorable
Unfavorable
Favorable
Ashtama Chandra (Avoid starting new tasks)

Tarabalam

15 Favorable12 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
Sampat (Wealth & Prosperity)Favorable

Panchaka Rahita Intervals

6 Auspicious7 Inauspicious
06:43 AM – 07:17 AM
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
07:17 AM – 09:22 AM
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
09:22 AM – 11:09 AM
Chora Panchaka (Risk of theft/loss)
11:09 AM – 12:42 PM
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
12:42 PM – 02:13 PM
Roga Panchaka (Health concern)
02:13 PM – 03:54 PM
Chora Panchaka (Risk of theft/loss)
03:54 PM – 05:52 PM
Roga Panchaka (Health concern)
05:52 PM – 08:06 PM
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
08:06 PM – 10:21 PM
Mrityu Panchaka (Severe danger)
10:21 PM – 12:33 AM, Dec 10
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
12:33 AM – 02:43 AM, Dec 10
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
02:43 AM – 04:57 AM, Dec 10
Roga Panchaka (Health concern)
04:57 AM – 06:44 AM, Dec 10
Mrityu Panchaka (Severe danger)
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Udaya Lagna Timings

12 Rashis
06:43 AM – 07:17 AM
07:17 AM – 09:22 AM
09:22 AM – 11:09 AM
11:09 AM – 12:42 PM
12:42 PM – 02:13 PM
02:13 PM – 03:54 PM
03:54 PM – 05:52 PM
05:52 PM – 08:06 PM
08:06 PM – 10:21 PM
10:21 PM – 12:33 AM, Dec 10
12:33 AM – 02:43 AM, Dec 10
02:43 AM – 04:57 AM, Dec 10
04:57 AM – 06:44 AM, Dec 10
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Other Calendars & Epoch

3 Domains • 9 Parameters
Vedic Chronology
Kali Yuga Year
5129
Kali Ahargana
1873649
Lahiri Ayanamsha
24.260472°
Astronomical Counts
Julian Day
2462114
Modified Julian Day
62114
Rata Die (RD)
740690
National & Julian Dates
National Date
18 Margashirsha, 1950
Nirayana Date
10 Bhadrapada, 1950
Julian Date
November 26, 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.