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Daily Panchang

Dainika Panchang, 20 December 2028

4, PaushaShukla Paksha, Chaturthi
2085 Gujarati Samvat
20
December 2028
Wednesday
Festivals & Vratas:Vinayaka ChaturthiBhadra∞Yoga:Harshana✦Ravi YogaSiddha Yoga

The Five Limbs

Tithi

Ends at 07:45 AM
Next: Panchami

Nakshatra

Ends at 09:26 AM
Next: Dhanishtha

Yoga

Ends at 01:19 AM, Dec 21
Next: Vajra

Karana

Ends at 07:45 AM
Next: Bava

Vara

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

24-Hour Progression (Sunrise to Sunrise)

Local Solar Day
06:50 AM (Sunrise)12:0005:34 PM (Sunset)00:0006:50 AM, Dec 21 (Next Sunrise)
Tithi
Panchami
Nakshatra
Shravana (09:26 AM)
Dhanishtha
Yoga
Harshana (Ends at 01:19 AM, Dec 21)
Vajra
Karana
Bava (Ends at 08:30 PM)
Balava

Surya & Chandra

Sun (Surya)

Sunrise
06:50 AM
Sunset
05:34 PM
Sun Sign: Sagittarius (Dhanu)Day Length (Dinamana): 10h 44mMadhyahna (Solar Noon): 12:12 PM

Moon (Chandra)

Moonrise
09:56 AM
Moonset
09:37 PM
Moon Sign: Capricorn (Makara)Night Length (Ratrimana): 13h 16m

Detailed Panchanga

Shukla Paksha
Tithi
ChaturthiEnds at 07:45 AM• Next: Panchami
HarshanaEnds at 01:19 AM, Dec 21• Next: Vajra
Weekday
Wednesday
Month (Amavasyant)
Pausha
ShravanaEnds at 09:26 AM• Next: Dhanishtha
Karana
Vishti (Bhadra)(07:45 AM)Bava(08:30 PM)Balava(Full Night)
Paksha
Shukla Paksha(Bright Fortnight)
Month (Purnimant)
Pausha

Rashi & Nakshatra Details

Surya Nakshatra: Moola (Pada 2)
Moon Sign
Capricorn (Makara)(till 10:27 PM)→ Aquarius (Kumbha) (from 10:27 PM)
Sun Sign
Sagittarius (Dhanu)• Nirayana System
Surya Nakshatra
MoolaPada 2
Nakshatra Padas
Shravana (Pada 4)09:26 AMDhanishtha (Pada 1)03:56 PMDhanishtha (Pada 2)10:27 PMDhanishtha (Pada 3)05:00 AM, Dec 21Dhanishtha (Pada 4)Cont.
Sun Longitude: 244.42°Moon Longitude: 291.99°

Lunar Month, Samvat and Brihaspati Samvatsara

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

Auspicious Timings

16 Timings9 Active
Primary Solar Muhurats (8)7 Active
  • Brahma Muhurat
    05:04 AM – 05:57 AM
  • Pratah Sandhya
    05:31 AM – 06:50 AM
  • None
  • Vijaya Muhurta
    02:00 PM – 02:43 PM
  • Godhuli Muhurta
    05:34 PM – 06:01 PM
  • Sayahna Sandhya
    05:34 PM – 06:54 PM
  • Amrit Kalam
    02:52 AM – 04:37 AM, Dec 21
  • Nishita Muhurta
    11:46 PM – 12:39 AM, Dec 21
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)8 Active
  • 12:12 PM – 01:33 PM
  • Yamaganda
    08:11 AM – 09:31 AM
  • Gulika Kalam
    10:52 AM – 12:12 PM
  • Dur Muhurtam
    11:51 AM – 12:34 PM
  • Varjyam
    01:48 PM – 03:32 PM
  • Baana Dosha
    Chora
  • Bhadra (Vishti)
    06:50 AM – 07:45 AM
  • Vinchudo
    None
  • Panchak
    10:27 PM – 06:50 AM, Dec 21
  • None
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

Hemant
Drik Ayana
Dakshinayana
Drik Ritu
Hemant
Netram
One Eye (Moderately Auspicious)
Vedic Ayana
Dakshinayana
Vedic Ritu
Hemant
Jeeva
0.5 (Half Life - Moderate)

Nivas, Shoola & Alignments

Panchaka Rahita: Auspicious
Chandra Nivasa
South (Dakshina)(upto 10:27 PM)→West (Pashchima)
Agnivasa
Prithvi / Earth (Auspicious)(Ends at 07:45 AM)→Akasha / Sky (Inauspicious)
Disha Shoola
North (Uttara)(Consume jaggery before travel)
Shivavasa
Krida (Playing)(Ends at 07:45 AM)→Kailasa (Auspicious)
Rahu Vasa
South-West
Homahuti
Budha
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)
Favorable
Ashtama Chandra (Avoid starting new tasks)
Favorable
Unfavorable

Tarabalam

15 Favorable12 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
Pratyak (Obstacles in work)Unfavorable
Kshema (Well-being & Safety)Favorable

Panchaka Rahita Intervals

6 Auspicious7 Inauspicious
06:50 AM – 08:39 AM
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
08:39 AM – 10:26 AM
Chora Panchaka (Risk of theft/loss)
10:26 AM – 12:00 PM
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
12:00 PM – 01:31 PM
Roga Panchaka (Health concern)
01:31 PM – 03:11 PM
Chora Panchaka (Risk of theft/loss)
03:11 PM – 05:10 PM
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
05:10 PM – 07:23 PM
Roga Panchaka (Health concern)
07:23 PM – 09:39 PM
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
09:39 PM – 11:50 PM
Mrityu Panchaka (Severe danger)
11:50 PM – 02:00 AM, Dec 21
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
02:00 AM – 04:14 AM, Dec 21
Raja Panchaka (Success & Honor)
04:14 AM – 06:30 AM, Dec 21
Chora Panchaka (Risk of theft/loss)
06:30 AM – 06:50 AM, Dec 21
Chora Panchaka (Risk of theft/loss)
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Udaya Lagna Timings

12 Rashis
06:50 AM – 08:39 AM
08:39 AM – 10:26 AM
10:26 AM – 12:00 PM
12:00 PM – 01:31 PM
01:31 PM – 03:11 PM
03:11 PM – 05:10 PM
05:10 PM – 07:23 PM
07:23 PM – 09:39 PM
09:39 PM – 11:50 PM
11:50 PM – 02:00 AM, Dec 21
02:00 AM – 04:14 AM, Dec 21
04:14 AM – 06:30 AM, Dec 21
06:30 AM – 06:50 AM, Dec 21
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Other Calendars & Epoch

3 Domains • 9 Parameters
Vedic Chronology
Kali Yuga Year
5129
Kali Ahargana
1873660
Lahiri Ayanamsha
24.260892°
Astronomical Counts
Julian Day
2462125
Modified Julian Day
62125
Rata Die (RD)
740701
National & Julian Dates
National Date
29 Margashirsha, 1950
Nirayana Date
10 Bhadrapada, 1950
Julian Date
December 7, 2028 CE

Festivals, Vrats & Rituals

2 Day Festivals & Events

Vinayaka Chaturthi

Major Festival

Auspicious celebration and sacred observance of Vinayaka Chaturthi 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 Vinayaka Chaturthi 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.

Bhadra

Major Festival

Auspicious celebration and sacred observance of Bhadra 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 Bhadra 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.