Sharp, purifying energy — favors courage, cutting through obstacles, and fire rituals.
YOGA
Vyaghata
Until 9:40 PM
Ashubh
KARANA
Balava
Until 12:48 PM
VARA
Budhavara
Mercury
MASA
Bhadrapad
Krishna Paksha
Today's Panchang Summary General information only — not personal advice.
It's Ashtami of Krishna Paksha, in the month of Bhadrapad. Today falls on a Budhavara, traditionally ruled by Mercury, with the Moon resting in Krittika nakshatra. Ashtami is a neutral tithi, suitable for routine work without any specific restriction. Between 12:40 PM and 2:15 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 12:15 PM to 1:05 PM — a good slot for anything important.
Ashtami is the 8th day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Bhadrapad. Eighth day — mixed results, suitable for regular work In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, months end on Amavasya (new moon).
Vyaghata is one of 27 Yogas in Vedic astrology, calculated from the combined longitudes of Sun and Moon. Obstruction — avoid travel and new starts The Moon is in Krittika Nakshatra (Pada 3) — Sharp, purifying energy — favors courage, cutting through obstacles, and fire rituals.