Listening, learning energy — favors education, communication, and spiritual knowledge.
YOGA
Harshana
Until 4:45 PM
Shubh
KARANA
Vishti
Until 1:55 PM
VARA
Budhavara
Mercury
MASA
Posh
Shukla Paksha
Today's Panchang Summary General information only — not personal advice.
It's Chaturthi of Shukla Paksha, in the month of Posh. Today falls on a Budhavara, traditionally ruled by Mercury, with the Moon resting in Shravana nakshatra. Chaturthi is a neutral tithi, suitable for routine work without any specific restriction. Between 12:38 PM and 1:59 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 12:16 PM to 12:59 PM — a good slot for anything important. Vrat: ચોથ is observed today, an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition.
Chaturthi is the 4th day of Shukla Paksha in the month of Posh. Fourth day — associated with Lord Ganesha, mixed results In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Harshana is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Joy — favorable for entertainment and celebrations The Moon is in Shravana Nakshatra (Pada 4) — Listening, learning energy — favors education, communication, and spiritual knowledge.