Regal, ancestral energy — ideal for honoring ancestors, leadership, and ceremonies.
YOGA
Vaidhriti
Until 12:45 PM
Ashubh
KARANA
Balava
Until 3:20 PM
VARA
Mangalavara
Mars
MASA
Margashirsh
Krishna Paksha
Today's Panchang Summary General information only — not personal advice.
It's Ashtami of Krishna Paksha, in the month of Margashirsh. Today falls on a Mangalavara, traditionally ruled by Mars, with the Moon resting in Magha nakshatra. Ashtami is a neutral tithi, suitable for routine work without any specific restriction. Between 3:11 PM and 4:32 PM, Rahu Kaal will be in effect; elders advise against starting anything new during this window. The most auspicious moment of the day is Abhijit Muhurta, from 12:07 PM to 12:50 PM — a good slot for anything important.
Ashtami is the 8th day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Margashirsh. Eighth day — mixed results, suitable for regular work In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Vaidhriti is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Incoherence — avoid all auspicious activities The Moon is in Magha Nakshatra (Pada 4) — Regal, ancestral energy — ideal for honoring ancestors, leadership, and ceremonies.