March 1804 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Phalguna (until 11.03), Adhika Chaitra (from 12.03). Adhika Chaitra — intercalary month: annual festivals are, as a rule, moved to the following (Nija) month; no major undertakings are begun in it. Periods: from 12.03 — Kharmas.
Icons this month (18)
How to read the calendar
Cell colour — the day’s rating for new undertakings: maroon — best days, green — favourable, light — ordinary, grey — avoid starting important matters, pink — unfavourable. The circle shows the tithi number at sunrise (outlined — waxing Moon, filled — waning); top right — the nakshatra at sunrise and its type icon. Click a day to open the full panchanga of the day.
Best days
- 1.03 Thu — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Sthira, Auspicious nakshatra
Swati (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes. - 9.03 Fri — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Prajapati, Auspicious nakshatra after 12:17
Dhanishtha (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes. - 14.03 Wed — Yoga Indra, Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra after 07:37 until 16:11
Ashwini (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. - 16.03 Fri — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Chhatra, Auspicious weekday after 10:05
Krittika (mixed): for everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal.
Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. - 21.03 Wed — Pushya, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Matanga until 15:10
Pushya (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice.
Festivals
- 1.03 Thu Rang Panchami
- 4.03 Sun Kalashtami
- 4.03 Sun Sheetala Ashtami (Basoda)
- 8.03 Thu Papmochani Ekadashi
- 9.03 Fri Pradosha Vrat
- 10.03 Sat Masik Shivaratri
- 11.03 Sun Phalguna Amavasya
- 12.03 Mon Mina Sankranti
- 13.03 Tue Chandra Darshan
- 15.03 Thu Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 16.03 Fri Skanda Shashti
- 18.03 Sun Masik Durgashtami
- 21.03 Wed Padmini Ekadashi (Kamala)
- 23.03 Fri Pradosha Vrat
- 25.03 Sun Purnima Vrat
- 26.03 Mon Adhika Purnima
- 29.03 Thu Sankashti Chaturthi (Vibhuvana Palaka)
Special muhurta yogas
- 2.03 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:05–07:16 (03.03)
- 9.03 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:01–12:17
- 13.03 Tue Amrita Siddhi Yoga 02:16–06:48 (14.03)
- 13.03 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 02:16–06:48 (14.03)
- 17.03 Sat Amrita Siddhi Yoga 06:40–17:51
- 17.03 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:40–17:51
- 17.03 Sat Dwipushkar Yoga 17:51–05:37 (18.03)
- 25.03 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 25.03 Sun Amrita Siddhi Yoga 00:04–06:17 (26.03)
- 27.03 Tue Dwipushkar Yoga 10:31–05:18 (28.03)
- 30.03 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:10–06:04 (31.03)
Dwipushkar Yoga: The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
Avoid starting important matters
- 4.03 Sun — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Anandadi: Kana, Tryahasparsha (unfavourable day)
- 6.03 Tue — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Vyatipata, Krakacha Yoga (unfavourable day)
- 10.03 Sat — Bhadra on earth, Kshaya tithi, Krishna Chaturdashi
- 11.03 Sun — Amavasya, Panchaka, Anandadi: Rakshasa
- 12.03 Mon — Sankranti day, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Panchaka
- 15.03 Thu — Vaidhriti, Vishti (Bhadra), Rikta tithi
- 17.03 Sat — Kshaya tithi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Krakacha Yoga
- 22.03 Thu — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Anandadi: Musala
- 24.03 Sat — Tryahasparsha, Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 27.03 Tue — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Yoga Vyaghata
- 31.03 Sat — Vyatipata, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Sky this month
- 12.03 New moon (Amavasya) 02:01
- 12.03 Mina Sankranti 00:08 — the Sun enters Mina (Pisces)
- 20.03 Vernal equinox 22:17
- 26.03 Full moon (Purnima) 08:28
- There are no eclipses this month.
Periods
- from 12.03 Adhika Masa
- from 12.03 Kharmas
- 9.03 23:49 – 14.03 02:16 Chora Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Rudhirodgari (No. 57, “spewing blood”) — A bloody year: wars, violence and wounds; a time for caution. more
Northern samvatsara: Bhava. Shaka Samvat 1725, Vikram Samvat 1860, Kali Yuga 4904.
Phalguna (Tapasya) — The last month of the lunar year: Holika Dahan and Holi; Mina Sankranti begins the second Kharmas. more
Adhika Chaitra (Madhu) — Beginning of the lunar year and of spring: Ugadi (Gudi Padwa), Chaitra Navaratri, Rama Navami, Hanuman Jayanti. A time of renewal and new vows. more
Adhika Masa (intercalary month, also called Purushottama Masa or Mala Masa) — a lunar month during which the Sun does not pass into a new sign; it takes the name of the following month with the prefix “Adhika”, and the month after it is called “Nija” (true). In an Adhika month the annual festivals are not observed (they move to the Nija month; the exception is Ganga Dussehra, which in a year with Adhika Jyeshtha is celebrated in the intercalary month), weddings are not held, upanayana, housewarming and the laying of a house foundation are not performed, and no major undertakings are begun. Monthly observances — Ekadashis (Padmini and Parama), Pradosha, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri — are kept as usual, and the month itself is dedicated to Purushottama (Vishnu) and is especially good for japa, reading sacred texts, fasting and dana.
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Times are standard time UTC+3 (from the site settings, without daylight saving time) · panchanga at sunrise (upper limb of the Sun’s disc, with refraction) · ayanamsa Lahiri · place 55°45′ N 37°35′ E · festival dates are calculated for this location by the rules of kala vyapti · times of Sankranti are accurate to within a few minutes
| Summary | Best day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Sthira |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
| Festivals | Rang Panchami |
At sunrise 07:21
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 01:15 (02.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 2 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 01:08 (02.03) more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 01:03 (02.03) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 12:00 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:00 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 01:03 (02.03) | yoga Vyaghata |
| from 01:08 (02.03) | nakshatra Vishakha |
| from 01:15 (02.03) | tithi Krishna-shashti |
| from 01:15 (02.03) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:44 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:21 |
| Noon | 12:42 |
| Sunset | 18:03 |
| End of twilight | 18:41 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 07:59 |
| Day length | 10 h 42 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 2, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (07:21–18:03) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Rang Panchami · Krishna and Radha
The fifth day after Holi: people play with colours again (Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh), invoking the deities and purifying the atmosphere.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 22:47 (29.02)–01:15 (02.03)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:21–01:15 (02.03)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 01:15–07:19 (02.03)
Anandadi: Sthira 07:21–01:08 (02.03) Anandadi: Vardhamana 01:08–07:19 (02.03)
- Gandanta (tithi): 00:48–01:41 (02.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:35–06:28 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:21–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:29–15:12 |
| Godhuli | 18:03–18:30 |
| Pradosha | 18:03–20:42 |
| Nishitha | 00:15–01:08 (02.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:16–17:04 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:03–15:23 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:21–08:42 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:02–11:22 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:55–11:38, 15:12–15:55 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:42–08:23, 09:14–15:58
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 07:42–08:23, 09:14–15:58 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 07:42–08:23, 09:14–15:58 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:42–08:23, 09:14–15:58 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Swati; tithi Krishna-panchami; lagna Kumbha 07:21, Mina 07:42, Mesha 08:23, Vrishabha 09:14, Mithuna 10:39, Karka 13:01, Simha 15:58
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati — relief from all suffering; Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +7
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:21–01:15 (02.03)+1 Anandadi: Sthira 07:21–01:08 (02.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:21–01:08 (02.03)+1 Yoga Dhruva 07:21–01:03 (02.03)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:21–01:15 (02.03)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Matanga |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
At sunrise 07:19
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 03:44 (03.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 1 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 04:05 (03.03) more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 01:54 (03.03) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 14:30 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:30 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 01:54 (03.03) | yoga Harshana |
| from 03:44 (03.03) | tithi Krishna-saptami |
| from 03:44 (03.03) | karana Vishti |
| from 04:05 (03.03) | nakshatra Anuradha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:42 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:19 |
| Noon | 12:42 |
| Sunset | 18:05 |
| End of twilight | 18:43 |
| Moonrise | 00:28 |
| Moonset | 08:12 |
| Day length | 10 h 46 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 8, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (07:19–18:05) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:19–03:44 (03.03) Ravi Yoga 04:05–07:16 (03.03) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:05–07:16 (03.03)
Krakacha Yoga 03:44–07:16 (03.03) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–07:16 (03.03)
Anandadi: Matanga 07:19–04:05 (03.03) Anandadi: Rakshasa 04:05–07:16 (03.03)
- Bhadra in heaven: 03:44–16:56 (03.03); Bhadra Puchha 09:00–10:19 (03.03); Bhadra Mukha 10:19–12:30 (03.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:33–06:26 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:21–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:30–15:13 |
| Godhuli | 18:05–18:32 |
| Pradosha | 18:05–20:44 |
| Nishitha | 00:15–01:07 (03.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:13–20:00 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:21–12:42 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:24–16:45 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:40–10:01 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:28–10:11, 13:04–13:47 |
| Varjyam | 07:26–09:14 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:38–08:19, 09:10–15:54
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:38–08:19, 09:10–15:54 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:38–08:19, 09:10–15:54 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:38–08:19, 09:10–15:54 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Vishakha; tithi Krishna-shashti; lagna Kumbha 07:19, Mina 07:38, Mesha 08:19, Vrishabha 09:10, Mithuna 10:35, Karka 12:57, Simha 15:54
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha — loss of money; Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:19–03:44 (03.03)+1 Anandadi: Matanga 07:19–04:05 (03.03)+1 Auspicious weekday
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Amrita; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
At sunrise 07:16
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 06:03 (04.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 1 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 06:52 (04.03) more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 02:39 (04.03) more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 16:56 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:56 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 02:39 (04.03) | yoga Vajra |
| from 06:03 (04.03) | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
| from 06:03 (04.03) | karana Balava |
| from 06:52 (04.03) | nakshatra Jyestha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:39 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:16 |
| Noon | 12:41 |
| Sunset | 18:08 |
| End of twilight | 18:45 |
| Moonrise | 01:46 |
| Moonset | 08:30 |
| Day length | 10 h 51 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 4, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (07:16–18:08) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:16–16:56: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:16–06:52 (04.03)
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:16–06:03 (04.03)
Anandadi: Amrita 07:16–06:52 (04.03) Anandadi: Musala 06:52–07:14 (04.03)
- Bhadra in heaven: 03:44–16:56; Bhadra Puchha 09:00–10:19; Bhadra Mukha 10:19–12:30
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:31–06:24 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:20–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:30–15:14 |
| Godhuli | 18:08–18:34 |
| Pradosha | 18:08–20:45 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:07 (04.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:16–21:03 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:59–11:21 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:03–15:25 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:16–08:38 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:16–08:00, 08:00–08:43 |
| Varjyam | 08:33–10:20 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:34–08:15, 09:06–15:50
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:34–08:15, 09:06–15:50 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:34–08:15, 09:06–15:50 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Anuradha; tithi Krishna-saptami; lagna Kumbha 07:16, Mina 07:34, Mesha 08:15, Vrishabha 09:06, Mithuna 10:31, Karka 12:53, Simha 15:50
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 07:16–06:52 (04.03)+1 Anandadi: Amrita 07:16–06:52 (04.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:16–06:52 (04.03)+1 Yoga Harshana 07:16–02:39 (04.03)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:16–06:03 (04.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:16–16:56
| Summary | Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Anandadi: Kana |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
| Festivals | Kalashtami · Sheetala Ashtami (Basoda) |
At sunrise 07:14
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 07:58 (05.03) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 1 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 09:17 (05.03) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 03:07 (05.03) more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 19:04 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 19:04 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 03:07 (05.03) | yoga Siddhi |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:37 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:14 |
| Noon | 12:41 |
| Sunset | 18:10 |
| End of twilight | 18:47 |
| Moonrise | 03:00 |
| Moonset | 08:58 |
| Day length | 10 h 55 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 3, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (07:14–18:10) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Kalashtami · Kalabhairava
The eighth day of the waning Moon is dedicated to Kalabhairava, the fierce form of Shiva. The day is chosen so that Ashtami prevails at the beginning of the night (Pradosha). Devotees fast, worship Bhairava in the evening and at night, and feed dogs — the dog is his mount.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 18:10–20:46
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Sheetala Ashtami (Basoda) · Sheetala
Worship of the goddess Sheetala, protector against smallpox and fevers: on this day the hearth is not lit and food cooked the day before is eaten.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 06:03–07:58 (05.03)
the tithi spans two sunrises — the first day is chosen by rule
Muhurta
Anandadi: Kana all day
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 02:43–15:48 (05.03)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:29–06:21 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:20–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:31–15:15 |
| Godhuli | 18:10–18:36 |
| Pradosha | 18:10–20:46 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:07 (05.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 23:36–01:21 (05.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:48–18:10 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:42–14:04 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:26–16:48 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:42–17:26 |
| Varjyam | 13:02–14:48 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Jyestha; tithi Krishna-ashtami; lagna Kumbha 07:14, Mina 07:30, Mesha 08:11, Vrishabha 09:02, Mithuna 10:27, Karka 12:49, Simha 15:46
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 07:14–18:10: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −7
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
−1 Ashtami all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra all day−2 Tryahasparsha−3 Anandadi: Kana all day
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Siddhi, Auspicious weekday; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
At sunrise 07:11
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 07:58 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 4 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 09:17 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 03:10 (06.03) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 07:58 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:58 | tithi Krishna-navami |
|---|---|
| from 07:58 | karana Taitila |
| from 09:17 | nakshatra Mula |
| from 20:44 | karana Gara |
| from 03:10 (06.03) | yoga Vyatipata |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:34 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:11 |
| Noon | 12:41 |
| Sunset | 18:12 |
| End of twilight | 18:49 |
| Moonrise | 04:05 |
| Moonset | 09:41 |
| Day length | 11 h 00 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 12, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:58 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (07:11–09:17) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (09:17–18:12) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Muhurta
Anandadi: Padma 07:11–09:17 Anandadi: Lumbaka 09:17–07:09 (06.03)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 02:43–15:48
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:27–06:19 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:19–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:32–15:16 |
| Godhuli | 18:12–18:38 |
| Pradosha | 18:12–20:47 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:06 (06.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:14–05:57 (06.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:34–09:56 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:19–12:41 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:04–15:27 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:04–13:48, 15:16–16:00 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:26–08:07, 08:58–15:42 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Jyestha until 09:17, Mula from 09:17; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 07:58, Krishna-navami from 07:58; lagna Kumbha 07:11, Mina 07:26, Mesha 08:07, Vrishabha 08:58, Mithuna 10:23, Karka 12:45, Simha 15:42
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha (until 09:17) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Mula (from 09:17) — ruin of the family; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 07:11–07:58: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Krishna-navami 07:58–18:12: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Siddhi 07:11–03:10 (06.03)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Padma 07:11–09:17−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 09:17–07:09 (06.03)−1 Gandanta 07:11–15:48−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:11–09:17−2 Rikta tithi 07:58–07:09 (06.03)
| Summary | Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Vyatipata |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
At sunrise 07:09
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 09:19 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 4 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 11:07 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 02:43 (07.03) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 09:19 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:19 | tithi Krishna-dashami |
|---|---|
| from 09:19 | karana Vanija |
| from 11:07 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
| from 21:44 | karana Vishti |
| from 02:43 (07.03) | yoga Variyana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:32 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:09 |
| Noon | 12:41 |
| Sunset | 18:14 |
| End of twilight | 18:51 |
| Moonrise | 04:55 |
| Moonset | 10:41 |
| Day length | 11 h 05 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 3, bad — 9
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:19 | from 11:07 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (07:09–11:07) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (11:07–18:14) is good for root crops.
Muhurta
Krakacha Yoga 09:19–07:06 (07.03)
Anandadi: Chhatra 07:09–11:07 Anandadi: Mitra 11:07–07:06 (07.03)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 21:44–09:57 (07.03); Bhadra Puchha 23:29–00:43 (07.03); Bhadra Mukha 00:43–02:46 (07.03)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:25–06:17 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:19–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:32–15:16 |
| Godhuli | 18:14–18:40 |
| Pradosha | 18:14–20:48 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:06 (07.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:28–16:51 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:55–11:18 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:41–14:04 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:22–10:06, 23:23–00:14 (07.03) |
| Varjyam | 09:24–11:07, 21:11–22:52 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 09:19–18:14 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Mula until 11:07, Purva-Ashadha from 11:07; tithi Krishna-navami until 09:19, Krishna-dashami from 09:19; lagna Kumbha 07:09, Mina 07:23, Mesha 08:03, Vrishabha 08:54, Mithuna 10:20, Karka 12:41, Simha 15:38
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 11:07) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 11:07) — ruin of the family; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 07:09–09:19: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vyatipata 07:09–18:14: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −9
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
Avoid starting important matters: Vyatipata
+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 07:09–11:07−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:09–11:07−2 Rikta tithi 07:09–09:19−3 Krakacha Yoga 09:19–07:06 (07.03)−3 Vyatipata 07:09–02:43 (07.03)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Shrivatsa, Yoga Variyana; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Anandadi: Vajra |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
At sunrise 07:06
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 09:57 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 4 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 12:17 more |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 01:39 (08.03) more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 09:57 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:57 | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
|---|---|
| from 09:57 | karana Bava |
| from 12:17 | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
| from 21:58 | karana Balava |
| from 01:39 (08.03) | yoga Parigha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:29 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:06 |
| Noon | 12:40 |
| Sunset | 18:16 |
| End of twilight | 18:53 |
| Moonrise | 05:30 |
| Moonset | 11:57 |
| Day length | 11 h 09 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 10, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:57 | from 12:17 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (07:06–12:17) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (12:17–18:16) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:06–09:57: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:06–12:17 Anandadi: Vajra 12:17–06:38 (08.03) Anandadi: Mudgara 06:38–07:04 (08.03)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 21:44 (06.03)–09:57; Bhadra Puchha 23:29 (06.03)–00:43; Bhadra Mukha 00:43–02:46
- Gandanta (tithi): 09:32–10:21
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:23–06:15 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:33–15:17 |
| Godhuli | 18:16–18:41 |
| Pradosha | 18:16–20:49 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:05 (08.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:15–08:55, 06:09–07:47 (08.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:41–14:05 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:30–09:54 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:17–12:41 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:19–13:03 |
| Varjyam | 20:24–22:02 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 12:17–15:34
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 12:17–15:34 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 12:17–15:34 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:19–07:59, 08:51–15:34 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 12:17, Uttara-Ashadha from 12:17; tithi Krishna-dashami until 09:57, Krishna-ekadashi from 09:57; lagna Kumbha 07:06, Mina 07:19, Mesha 07:59, Vrishabha 08:51, Mithuna 10:16, Karka 12:37, Simha 15:34
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 12:17) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 12:17) — improved health; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:06–12:17+1 Yoga Variyana 07:06–01:39 (08.03)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 12:17–07:04 (08.03)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:06–09:57−1 Anandadi: Vajra 12:17–06:38 (08.03)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:06–12:17
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Auspicious weekday; cons: Yoga Parigha, Anandadi: Dhwanksha |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
| Festivals | Papmochani Ekadashi |
At sunrise 07:04
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 09:48 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 4 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 12:40 more |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 23:58 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 09:48 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:48 | tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
|---|---|
| from 09:48 | karana Kaulava |
| from 12:40 | nakshatra Shravana |
| from 21:25 | karana Taitila |
| from 23:58 | yoga Shiva |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:27 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:04 |
| Noon | 12:40 |
| Sunset | 18:18 |
| End of twilight | 18:55 |
| Moonrise | 05:54 |
| Moonset | 13:24 |
| Day length | 11 h 14 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 2, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:48 | from 12:40 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (07:04–12:40) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (12:40–18:18) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Papmochani Ekadashi · Vishnu
The last Ekadashi of the lunar year (dark half of Phalguna). “Liberator from sins”: the fast removes accumulated misdeeds.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 09:57 (07.03)–09:48
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 07:01–08:51 (09.03)
Muhurta
Anandadi: Dhwaja 14:16–07:01 (09.03) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 07:04–14:16
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:21–06:12 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:18–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:33–15:18 |
| Godhuli | 18:18–18:43 |
| Pradosha | 18:18–20:51 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:05 (09.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:09–07:47, 02:03–03:37 (09.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:05–15:29 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:04–08:28 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:52–11:16 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:48–11:33, 15:18–16:03 |
| Varjyam | 16:36–18:10 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:15–07:55, 08:47–15:30
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 07:15–07:55, 08:47–15:30 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 07:15–07:55, 08:47–15:30 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:15–07:55, 08:47–15:30 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 12:40, Shravana from 12:40; tithi Krishna-ekadashi until 09:48, Krishna-dvadashi from 09:48; lagna Kumbha 07:04, Mina 07:15, Mesha 07:55, Vrishabha 08:47, Mithuna 10:12, Karka 12:33, Simha 15:30
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 12:40) — improved health; Shravana (from 12:40) — bodily development (physical growth); Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:04–12:40+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Dhwaja 14:16–07:01 (09.03)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 07:04–14:16−1 Yoga Parigha 07:04–12:49
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Prajapati; auspicious time — after 12:17 |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 07:01
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 08:51 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 4 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 12:17 more |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 21:41 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 08:51 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:51 | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
|---|---|
| from 08:51 | karana Gara |
| from 12:17 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
| from 20:05 | karana Vanija |
| from 21:41 | yoga Siddha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:24 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:01 |
| Noon | 12:40 |
| Sunset | 18:20 |
| End of twilight | 18:57 |
| Moonrise | 06:10 |
| Moonset | 14:55 |
| Day length | 11 h 18 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 3, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:51 | from 12:17 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (07:01–12:17) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 18:20–20:52
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:01–12:17
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:01–08:51
Anandadi: Prajapati 12:17–06:58 (10.03) Anandadi: Dhumra 07:01–12:17
- Chora Panchaka: 23:49–02:16 (14.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:19–06:10 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:18–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:34–15:19 |
| Godhuli | 18:20–18:45 |
| Pradosha | 18:20–20:52 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:05 (10.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:15–02:47 (10.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:16–12:41 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:30–16:55 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:26–09:51 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:17–10:02, 13:03–13:48 |
| Varjyam | 16:06–17:37 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:11–07:51
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 07:11–07:51 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 07:11–07:51 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:11–07:51, 08:43–15:26 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Shravana until 12:17, Dhanishtha from 12:17; tithi Krishna-dvadashi until 08:51, Krishna-trayodashi from 08:51; lagna Kumbha 07:01, Mina 07:11, Mesha 07:51, Vrishabha 08:43, Mithuna 10:08, Karka 12:29, Simha 15:26
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 12:17) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 12:17) — longevity (increased vitality); Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 12:17
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:01–12:17+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 12:17–06:58 (10.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:01–12:17+1 Yoga Shiva 07:01–21:41+1 Auspicious weekday0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:01–08:51 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 07:01–12:17
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Kshaya tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
| Festivals | Masik Shivaratri |
At sunrise 06:58
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 07:10 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 4 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 11:11 more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 18:51 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 07:10 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:10 | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 07:10 | karana Vishti |
| from 11:11 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
| from 18:04 | karana Shakuni |
| from 18:51 | yoga Sadhya |
| from 04:50 (11.03) | tithi Amavasya |
| from 04:50 (11.03) | karana Chatushpada |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:22 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:58 |
| Noon | 12:40 |
| Sunset | 18:22 |
| End of twilight | 18:59 |
| Moonrise | 06:22 |
| Moonset | 16:27 |
| Day length | 11 h 23 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 7, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:10 | from 11:11 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (11:11–18:22) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:10–18:04: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shakuni 18:04–18:22: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Krishna-chaturdashi 07:10–18:22: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Masik Shivaratri · Shiva
The monthly “night of Shiva” — the fourteenth day of the waning Moon. Devotees fast, keep vigil through the night and perform abhisheka of the lingam at midnight (Nishitha).
Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 00:14–01:04 (11.03)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:10–04:50 (11.03)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 06:58–11:11 Anandadi: Ananda 11:11–06:56 (11.03)
- Bhadra on earth: 07:10–18:04; Bhadra Mukha 07:10–08:58; Bhadra Puchha 16:55–18:00
- Chora Panchaka: 23:49 (09.03)–02:16 (14.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:17–06:08 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:17–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:34–15:20 |
| Godhuli | 18:22–18:47 |
| Pradosha | 18:22–20:53 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:04 (11.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:47–04:17 (11.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:49–11:15 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:06–15:31 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:58–08:24 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:58–07:44, 07:44–08:30 |
| Varjyam | 17:52–19:21 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:07–07:47, 08:39–15:22 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 11:11, Shatabhisha from 11:11; tithi Krishna-trayodashi until 07:10, Krishna-chaturdashi from 07:10; lagna Kumbha 06:58, Mina 07:07, Mesha 07:47, Vrishabha 08:39, Mithuna 10:04, Karka 12:25, Simha 15:22
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 11:11) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 11:11) — gaining strength; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 07:10–18:22: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Bhadra on earth 07:10–18:04: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth, Kshaya tithi
+2 Yoga Siddha 06:58–18:51+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:10–04:50 (11.03)+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 06:58–11:11+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:58–11:11−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−2 Kshaya tithi−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 07:10–04:50 (11.03)−3 Bhadra on earth 07:10–18:04
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
| Festivals | Phalguna Amavasya |
At sunrise 06:56
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 02:01 (12.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 4 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 09:29 more |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 15:34 more |
| Karana | Chatushpada (fixed, inauspicious) · until 15:29 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:29 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
|---|---|
| from 15:29 | karana Naga |
| from 15:34 | yoga Shubha |
| from 02:01 (12.03) | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
| from 02:01 (12.03) | karana Kimstughna |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:19 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:56 |
| Noon | 12:39 |
| Sunset | 18:24 |
| End of twilight | 19:01 |
| Moonrise | 06:32 |
| Moonset | 18:00 |
| Day length | 11 h 28 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 3, bad — 10
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:29 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (06:56–09:29) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (09:29–18:24) is good for root crops.
- Chatushpada 06:56–15:29: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Naga 15:29–18:24: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Phalguna Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon of Phalguna — the last day of the lunar year; it is followed (usually the next day, sometimes the same day) by Ugadi, the New Year.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 04:50–02:01 (12.03)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 02:01–06:53 (12.03)
Anandadi: Chara 09:29–06:53 (12.03) Anandadi: Rakshasa 06:56–09:29
- Chora Panchaka: 23:49 (09.03)–02:16 (14.03)
- Gandanta (tithi): 01:40–02:22 (12.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:15–06:06 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:17–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:35–15:21 |
| Godhuli | 18:24–18:49 |
| Pradosha | 18:24–20:54 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:04 (12.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:02–01:30 (12.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:58–18:24 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:40–14:06 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:32–16:58 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:52–17:38 |
| Varjyam | 15:18–16:46 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:03–07:44, 08:35–09:29 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 09:29, Purva-Bhadra from 09:29; tithi Amavasya; lagna Kumbha 06:56, Mina 07:03, Mesha 07:44, Vrishabha 08:35, Mithuna 10:00, Karka 12:21, Simha 15:18, Kanya 18:20
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 09:29) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 09:29) — facing death (dangers); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Amavasya 06:56–18:24: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya
+1 Anandadi: Chara 09:29–06:53 (12.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:56–09:29+1 Yoga Sadhya 06:56–15:34−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 09:29–06:53 (12.03)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 06:56–09:29−1 Panchaka all day−3 Amavasya 06:56–02:01 (12.03)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Sankranti day, Fierce or sharp nakshatra Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Mina Sankranti |
At sunrise 06:53
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 22:52 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 4 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 07:19 more |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 11:56 more |
| Karana | Kimstughna (fixed) · until 12:28 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:19 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
|---|---|
| from 11:56 | yoga Shukla |
| from 12:28 | karana Bava |
| from 22:52 | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
| from 22:52 | karana Balava |
| from 04:51 (13.03) | nakshatra Revati |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:17 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:53 |
| Noon | 12:39 |
| Sunset | 18:26 |
| End of twilight | 19:03 |
| Moonrise | 06:41 |
| Moonset | 19:35 |
| Day length | 11 h 32 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 02:01 |
|---|---|
| Mina Sankranti | 00:08 — the Sun enters Mina (Pisces) |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 12, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:19 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (06:53–07:19) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (07:19–18:26) is good for sowing.
- Kimstughna 06:53–12:28: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Mina Sankranti · Surya
The Sun enters the sidereal sign of Pisces: the second Kharmas of the year (Mina Masa) begins — weddings and housewarmings are not held until Mesha Sankranti.
Rule: by the moment of Sankranti, 06:53–12:40
on the day the Sun enters the sign
- Adhika Masa
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 22:52–06:51 (13.03)
Anandadi: Matanga 04:51–06:51 (13.03) Anandadi: Musala 06:53–07:19 Anandadi: Gada 07:19–04:51 (13.03)
- Chora Panchaka: 23:49 (09.03)–02:16 (14.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:13–06:03 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:17–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:35–15:21 |
| Godhuli | 18:26–18:51 |
| Pradosha | 18:26–20:55 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:03 (13.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:33–01:59 (13.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:20–09:47 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:13–12:40 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:06–15:33 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:03–13:49, 15:21–16:08 |
| Varjyam | 15:56–17:22 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:59–18:26 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra until 07:19, Uttara-Bhadra from 07:19; tithi Shukla-pratipat; lagna Kumbha 06:53, Mina 06:59, Mesha 07:40, Vrishabha 08:31, Mithuna 09:56, Karka 12:17, Simha 15:14, Kanya 18:16
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra (until 07:19) — facing death (dangers); Uttara-Bhadra (from 07:19) — a good life; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Sankranti at 00:08 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = 0
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Sankranti day
+2 Yoga Shubha 06:53–11:56+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:19–04:51 (13.03)0 Adhika Masa0 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Gada 07:19–04:51 (13.03)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Sankranti day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:53–07:19
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Brahma, Anandadi: Shubha; cons: Surya Dagdha tithi, Panchaka Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 06:51
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 19:32 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 1 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 02:16 (14.03) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 08:05 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 09:12 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:05 | yoga Brahma |
|---|---|
| from 09:12 | karana Kaulava |
| from 19:32 | tithi Shukla-tritya |
| from 19:32 | karana Taitila |
| from 02:16 (14.03) | nakshatra Ashwini |
| from 04:09 (14.03) | yoga Indra |
| from 05:51 (14.03) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:14 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:51 |
| Noon | 12:39 |
| Sunset | 18:28 |
| End of twilight | 19:05 |
| Moonrise | 06:50 |
| Moonset | 21:11 |
| Day length | 11 h 37 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 11, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (06:51–18:28) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Chandra Darshan · Chandra (the Moon)
The first evening after the new moon, when the thin lunar crescent becomes visible. People look at the young Moon, offer it water and pray for well-being; some fast until it appears.
Rule: first visible lunar crescent, 18:28–21:11
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 18:28–21:11
- Adhika Masa
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:32–06:48 (14.03) Amrita Siddhi Yoga 02:16–06:48 (14.03) Ravi Yoga 02:16–06:48 (14.03) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 02:16–06:48 (14.03)
Anandadi: Shubha 06:51–02:16 (14.03) Anandadi: Amrita 02:16–06:48 (14.03)
- Chora Panchaka: 23:49 (09.03)–02:16 (14.03)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 20:55–07:37 (14.03)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-dvitya
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:11–06:01 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:16–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:36–15:22 |
| Godhuli | 18:28–18:53 |
| Pradosha | 18:28–20:56 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:03 (14.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:07–01:33 (14.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:34–17:01 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:45–11:12 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:39–14:07 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:10–09:57, 23:24–00:13 (14.03) |
| Varjyam | 15:34–16:59 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | average 06:55–07:36, 08:27–15:11, 18:12–18:28 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Revati; tithi Shukla-dvitya; lagna Kumbha 06:51, Mina 06:55, Mesha 07:36, Vrishabha 08:27, Mithuna 09:52, Karka 12:13, Simha 15:11, Kanya 18:12
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati — increase in property; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Brahma 08:05–04:09 (14.03)+1 Anandadi: Shubha 06:51–02:16 (14.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:51–02:16 (14.03)+1 Auspicious tithi 06:51–19:320 Adhika Masa0 Kharmas−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka 06:51–02:16 (14.03)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 06:51–19:32
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Yoga Indra, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 07:37; auspicious time — until 16:11 Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:48
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 16:11 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 1 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 23:43 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 00:16 (15.03) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 16:11 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:11 | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
|---|---|
| from 16:11 | karana Vanija |
| from 23:43 | nakshatra Bharani |
| from 00:16 (15.03) | yoga Vaidhriti |
| from 02:33 (15.03) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:11 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:48 |
| Noon | 12:39 |
| Sunset | 18:30 |
| End of twilight | 19:07 |
| Moonrise | 07:01 |
| Moonset | 22:49 |
| Day length | 11 h 42 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 7, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:11 |
|---|
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:48–23:43
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:48–16:11 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:48–16:11
Anandadi: Mrityu 06:48–23:43 Anandadi: Kana 23:43–06:46 (15.03)
- Bhadra in heaven: 02:33–12:59 (15.03); Bhadra Mukha 02:35–04:19 (15.03); Bhadra Puchha 11:57–12:59 (15.03)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 20:55 (13.03)–07:37
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:09–05:59 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:36–15:23 |
| Godhuli | 18:30–18:55 |
| Pradosha | 18:30–20:57 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:02 (15.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:17–18:43 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:39–14:07 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:16–09:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:11–12:39 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:16–13:03 |
| Varjyam | 20:09–21:34 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:51–07:32, 08:23–15:07
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 06:51–07:32, 08:23–15:07 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 06:51–07:32, 08:23–15:07 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:51–07:32, 08:23–15:07 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Ashwini; tithi Shukla-tritya until 16:11, Shukla-chaturti from 16:11; lagna Kumbha 06:48, Mina 06:51, Mesha 07:32, Vrishabha 08:23, Mithuna 09:48, Karka 12:10, Simha 15:07, Kanya 18:08
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini — joy; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 16:11–18:30: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 07:37
Auspicious time ends by 16:11
+2 Yoga Indra 06:48–00:16 (15.03)+2 Ravi Yoga 06:48–23:43+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:48–23:43+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:48–16:110 Adhika Masa0 Anandadi: Mrityu 06:48–23:43 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:48–16:11 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Kharmas0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:48–16:11 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Rikta tithi 16:11–06:46 (15.03)−1 Gandanta 06:48–07:37
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Vishti (Bhadra) Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Vinayaka Chaturthi |
At sunrise 06:46
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 12:59 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 2 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 21:23 more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 20:34 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 12:59 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:59 | tithi Shukla-panchami |
|---|---|
| from 12:59 | karana Bava |
| from 20:34 | yoga Vishkambha |
| from 21:23 | nakshatra Krittika |
| from 23:30 | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:09 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:46 |
| Noon | 12:38 |
| Sunset | 18:32 |
| End of twilight | 19:09 |
| Moonrise | 07:16 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 11 h 46 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 5, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:59 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (06:46–18:32) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:46–12:59: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Vinayaka Chaturthi · Ganesha
The monthly Chaturthi of Ganesha in the bright half of the month. Puja is performed at noon (Madhyahna); in the evening of this day devotees do not look at the Moon.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:28–12:59
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:27–21:23 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:59–06:43 (16.03)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:46–12:59 Jwalamukhi Yoga 12:59–21:23 Yamaghanta 21:23–06:43 (16.03)
Anandadi: Padma 06:46–21:23 Anandadi: Lumbaka 21:23–06:43 (16.03)
- Bhadra in heaven: 02:33–12:59; Bhadra Mukha 02:35–04:19; Bhadra Puchha 11:57–12:59
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:07–05:56 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:15–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:37–15:24 |
| Godhuli | 18:32–18:57 |
| Pradosha | 18:32–20:58 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:02 (16.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:03–18:30 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:07–15:36 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:46–08:14 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:42–11:11 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:41–11:28, 15:24–16:11 |
| Varjyam | 08:23–09:50 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:47–07:28, 08:19–18:32 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Bharani; tithi Shukla-chaturti until 12:59, Shukla-panchami from 12:59; lagna Kumbha 06:46, Mina 06:47, Mesha 07:28, Vrishabha 08:19, Mithuna 09:44, Karka 12:06, Simha 15:03, Kanya 18:04
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani — facing death (dangers); Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 06:46–12:59: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vaidhriti 06:46–18:32: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti
+2 Ravi Yoga 08:27–21:23+1 Anandadi: Padma 06:46–21:23+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:59–06:43 (16.03)0 Auspicious tithi 12:59–06:43 (16.03)0 Adhika Masa0 Jwalamukhi Yoga 12:59–21:23 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Kharmas0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:46–12:59 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:46–21:23−2 Rikta tithi 06:46–12:59−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:46–12:59−3 Vaidhriti 06:46–20:34
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Chhatra; auspicious time — after 10:05 Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Skanda Shashti |
At sunrise 06:43
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 10:05 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 2 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 19:23 more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 17:08 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 10:05 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:05 | tithi Shukla-shashti |
|---|---|
| from 10:05 | karana Kaulava |
| from 17:08 | yoga Priti |
| from 19:23 | nakshatra Rohini |
| from 20:47 | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:06 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:43 |
| Noon | 12:38 |
| Sunset | 18:34 |
| End of twilight | 19:11 |
| Moonrise | 07:37 |
| Moonset | 00:28 |
| Day length | 11 h 51 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 5, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:05 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (06:43–18:34) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)
The sixth day of the waxing Moon is dedicated to Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya), the son of Shiva. Devotees fast and worship Murugan; the day is especially revered in South India.
Rule: the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset, 10:05–06:40 (17.03)
the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset
- Adhika Masa
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:05–06:40 (17.03) Ravi Yoga 19:23–06:40 (17.03)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 19:23–06:40 (17.03) Yamaghanta 19:23–06:40 (17.03)
Anandadi: Chhatra 06:43–19:23 Anandadi: Mitra 19:23–06:40 (17.03)
- Gandanta (tithi): 09:44–10:27
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:05–05:54 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:15–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:37–15:25 |
| Godhuli | 18:34–18:59 |
| Pradosha | 18:34–21:00 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:02 (17.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:11–18:39 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:10–12:39 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:36–17:05 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:12–09:41 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:05–09:53, 13:02–13:50 |
| Varjyam | 08:23–09:51 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:43–14:59, 18:00–18:34
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:43–14:59, 18:00–18:34 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:43–14:59, 18:00–18:34 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:43–07:24, 08:15–10:05 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Krittika; tithi Shukla-panchami until 10:05, Shukla-shashti from 10:05; lagna Mina 06:43, Mesha 07:24, Vrishabha 08:15, Mithuna 09:40, Karka 12:02, Simha 14:59, Kanya 18:00
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika — consumption (a wasting disease); Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 10:05
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:05–06:40 (17.03)+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 06:43–19:23+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:43–10:050 Yoga Priti 17:08–06:40 (17.03)0 Adhika Masa0 Kharmas
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:40
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 07:36 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 3 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 17:51 more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 14:04 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 07:36 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:36 | tithi Shukla-saptami (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 07:36 | karana Gara |
| from 14:04 | yoga Ayushman |
| from 17:51 | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
| from 18:33 | karana Vanija |
| from 05:37 (18.03) | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
| from 05:37 (18.03) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:04 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:40 |
| Noon | 12:38 |
| Sunset | 18:36 |
| End of twilight | 19:13 |
| Moonrise | 08:11 |
| Moonset | 02:01 |
| Day length | 11 h 56 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 6, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:36 | from 17:51 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (06:40–17:51) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (17:51–18:36) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 06:40–17:51 Ravi Yoga 06:40–17:51 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:40–17:51 Dwipushkar Yoga 17:51–05:37 (18.03)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 06:40–07:36 Krakacha Yoga 06:40–07:36 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:36–05:37 (18.03)
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 06:40–17:51 Anandadi: Vajra 17:51–06:38 (18.03)
- Bhadra in heaven: 05:37–16:51 (18.03); Bhadra Puchha 07:19–08:27 (18.03); Bhadra Mukha 08:27–10:20 (18.03)
Dwipushkar Yoga: The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:03–05:52 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:14–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:38–15:25 |
| Godhuli | 18:36–19:00 |
| Pradosha | 18:36–21:01 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:01 (18.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:51–16:21 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:39–11:09 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:08–15:37 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:40–08:10 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:40–07:28, 07:28–08:16 |
| Varjyam | 10:22–11:52, 23:13–00:45 (18.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:40–07:20, 07:36–18:36
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:40–07:20, 07:36–18:36 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:40–07:20, 07:36–18:36 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:40–07:20, 07:36–18:36 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Rohini until 17:51, Mrigashirsha from 17:51; tithi Shukla-shashti until 07:36, Shukla-saptami from 07:36; lagna Mina 06:40, Mesha 07:20, Vrishabha 08:11, Mithuna 09:36, Karka 11:58, Simha 14:55, Kanya 17:56
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini (until 17:51) — destruction of all misfortunes; Mrigashirsha (from 17:51) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = +7
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 06:40–17:51+2 Ravi Yoga 06:40–17:51+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 06:40–17:51+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:40–17:51+1 Yoga Priti 06:40–14:04+1 Auspicious tithi 07:36–05:37 (18.03)0 Adhika Masa0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 06:40–07:36 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Dwipushkar Yoga 17:51–05:37 (18.03)0 Kharmas0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:36–05:37 (18.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Anandadi: Vajra 17:51–06:38 (18.03)0 Krakacha Yoga 06:40–07:36−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Kshaya tithi
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Saumya, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Ashtami Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Masik Durgashtami |
At sunrise 06:38
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 04:12 (19.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 3 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 16:51 more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 11:27 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 16:51 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:27 | yoga Saubhagya |
|---|---|
| from 16:51 | karana Bava |
| from 16:51 | nakshatra Ardra |
| from 04:12 (19.03) | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 04:12 (19.03) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:01 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:38 |
| Noon | 12:37 |
| Sunset | 18:38 |
| End of twilight | 19:15 |
| Moonrise | 09:02 |
| Moonset | 03:17 |
| Day length | 12 h 00 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 7, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:51 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (06:38–16:51) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:38–16:51: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Masik Durgashtami · Durga
The monthly Ashtami of Durga — the eighth day of the waxing Moon. Devotees fast and perform Durga Puja for protection and strength.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 05:37–04:12 (19.03)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Anandadi: Saumya 06:38–16:51 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 16:51–06:35 (19.03)
- Bhadra in heaven: 05:37–16:51; Bhadra Puchha 07:19–08:27; Bhadra Mukha 08:27–10:20
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:01–05:50 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:14–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:38–15:26 |
| Godhuli | 18:38–19:02 |
| Pradosha | 18:38–21:02 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:01 (19.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:25–09:57 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:08–18:38 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:38–14:08 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:38–17:08 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:02–17:50 |
| Varjyam | 01:06–02:40 (19.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:38–07:16, 08:07–14:51, 17:52–18:38 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha until 16:51, Ardra from 16:51; tithi Shukla-ashtami; lagna Mina 06:38, Mesha 07:16, Vrishabha 08:07, Mithuna 09:32, Karka 11:54, Simha 14:51, Kanya 17:52
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha (until 16:51) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Ardra (from 16:51) — sadness; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 06:38–18:38: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Saumya 06:38–16:51+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:38–16:51+1 Yoga Ayushman 06:38–11:270 Adhika Masa0 Kharmas0 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 16:51–06:35 (19.03)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 16:51–06:35 (19.03)−1 Ashtami 06:38–04:12 (19.03)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:38–16:51
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Saubhagya, Auspicious weekday; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:35
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 03:22 (20.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 3 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 16:25 more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 09:16 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 15:43 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:16 | yoga Shobhana |
|---|---|
| from 15:43 | karana Kaulava |
| from 16:25 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
| from 03:22 (20.03) | tithi Shukla-dashami |
| from 03:22 (20.03) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:58 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:35 |
| Noon | 12:37 |
| Sunset | 18:40 |
| End of twilight | 19:17 |
| Moonrise | 10:13 |
| Moonset | 04:11 |
| Day length | 12 h 05 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 8, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:25 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (16:25–18:40) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 16:25–06:32 (20.03)
Anandadi: Kaladanda 06:35–16:25 Anandadi: Dhumra 16:25–06:32 (20.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:59–05:47 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:14–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:39–15:27 |
| Godhuli | 18:40–19:04 |
| Pradosha | 18:40–21:03 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:00 (20.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:36–08:10 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:06–09:36 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:07–12:38 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:08–15:39 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:02–13:50, 15:27–16:15 |
| Varjyam | 04:29–06:05 (20.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:35–16:25, 17:48–18:40 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Ardra until 16:25, Punarvasu from 16:25; tithi Shukla-navami; lagna Mina 06:35, Mesha 07:12, Vrishabha 08:03, Mithuna 09:28, Karka 11:50, Simha 14:47, Kanya 17:48
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 16:25) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 16:25) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 06:35–18:40: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Yoga Saubhagya 06:35–09:16+1 Auspicious weekday0 Ravi Yoga 16:25–06:32 (20.03)0 Auspicious nakshatra 16:25–06:32 (20.03)0 Adhika Masa0 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 06:35–16:25−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:35–16:25−2 Rikta tithi 06:35–03:22 (20.03)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Sthira; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:32
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 03:06 (21.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 3 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 16:33 more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 07:34 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 15:10 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:34 | yoga Atiganda |
|---|---|
| from 15:10 | karana Gara |
| from 16:33 | nakshatra Pushya |
| from 03:06 (21.03) | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
| from 03:06 (21.03) | karana Vanija |
| from 06:17 (21.03) | yoga Sukarma |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:56 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:32 |
| Noon | 12:37 |
| Sunset | 18:42 |
| End of twilight | 19:19 |
| Moonrise | 11:36 |
| Moonset | 04:45 |
| Day length | 12 h 09 min |
Sky
| Vernal equinox | 22:17 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 9, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:33 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (06:32–16:33) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (16:33–18:42) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day
Krakacha Yoga 06:32–03:06 (21.03) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:06–06:30 (21.03)
Anandadi: Sthira 06:32–16:33 Anandadi: Vardhamana 16:33–06:30 (21.03)
- Gandanta (tithi): 02:42–03:30 (21.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:57–05:45 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:13–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:39–15:28 |
| Godhuli | 18:42–19:06 |
| Pradosha | 18:42–21:04 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:00 (21.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:08–15:45 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:40–17:11 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:35–11:06 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:37–14:09 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:58–09:47, 23:25–00:13 (21.03) |
| Varjyam | 00:46–02:25 (21.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:32–07:08, 07:59–14:43, 17:44–18:42 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Punarvasu until 16:33, Pushya from 16:33; tithi Shukla-dashami; lagna Mina 06:32, Mesha 07:08, Vrishabha 07:59, Mithuna 09:24, Karka 11:46, Simha 14:43, Kanya 17:44
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu (until 16:33) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Pushya (from 16:33) — increase in wealth; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Sthira 06:32–16:33+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:32–16:33+1 Yoga Shobhana 06:32–07:34+1 Auspicious tithi 06:32–03:06 (21.03)0 Adhika Masa0 Kharmas0 Yoga Atiganda 07:34–09:50−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Krakacha Yoga 06:32–03:06 (21.03)
| Summary | Best day — Pushya, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — until 15:10 Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Padmini Ekadashi (Kamala) |
At sunrise 06:30
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 03:21 (22.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 3 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 17:13 more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 05:26 (22.03) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 15:10 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:10 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 17:13 | nakshatra Ashlesha |
| from 03:21 (22.03) | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
| from 03:21 (22.03) | karana Bava |
| from 05:26 (22.03) | yoga Dhriti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:53 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:30 |
| Noon | 12:37 |
| Sunset | 18:44 |
| End of twilight | 19:21 |
| Moonrise | 13:02 |
| Moonset | 05:06 |
| Day length | 12 h 14 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 7, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 17:13 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (06:30–17:13) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 15:10–18:44: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Padmini Ekadashi (Kamala) · Purushottama (Vishnu)
The Ekadashi of the bright half of Adhika Masa — it occurs once every two or three years. Dedicated to Purushottama (Vishnu); fasting in the intercalary month is considered especially meritorious.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 03:06–03:21 (22.03)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 13:51–16:19 (22.03)
- Adhika Masa
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:30–17:13 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:21–06:27 (22.03)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:21–06:27 (22.03)
Anandadi: Matanga 06:30–17:13 Anandadi: Rakshasa 17:13–06:27 (22.03)
- Bhadra on earth: 15:10–03:21 (22.03); Bhadra Puchha 20:04–21:17; Bhadra Mukha 21:17–23:18
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:55–05:43 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:40–15:29 |
| Godhuli | 18:44–19:08 |
| Pradosha | 18:44–21:05 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:59 (22.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:38–12:17 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:37–14:09 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:02–09:33 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:05–12:37 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:13–13:02 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:30–07:04, 07:55–14:39
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 06:30–07:04, 07:55–14:39 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 06:30–15:10 |
| Cutting toenails | good 06:30–07:04, 07:55–14:39 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:30–07:04, 07:55–14:39 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Pushya until 17:13, Ashlesha from 17:13; tithi Shukla-ekadashi; lagna Mina 06:30, Mesha 07:04, Vrishabha 07:55, Mithuna 09:21, Karka 11:42, Simha 14:39, Kanya 17:40
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya (until 17:13) — increase in wealth; Ashlesha (from 17:13) — physical affliction (suffering); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 15:10–18:44: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +7
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 15:10
+2 Pushya 06:30–17:13+2 Ravi Yoga 06:30–17:13+1 Anandadi: Matanga 06:30–17:13+1 Yoga Sukarma 06:30–05:26 (22.03)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:30–03:21 (22.03)0 Adhika Masa0 Kharmas0 Anandadi: Rakshasa 17:13–06:27 (22.03)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 17:13–06:27 (22.03)−1 Bhadra on earth 15:10–03:21 (22.03)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Fierce or sharp nakshatra Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:27
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 04:04 (23.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 3 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 18:21 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 04:55 (23.03) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 15:39 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:39 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 18:21 | nakshatra Magha |
| from 04:04 (23.03) | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
| from 04:04 (23.03) | karana Kaulava |
| from 04:55 (23.03) | yoga Shula |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:50 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:27 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 18:46 |
| End of twilight | 19:23 |
| Moonrise | 14:26 |
| Moonset | 05:21 |
| Day length | 12 h 19 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 11, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 18:21 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (18:21–18:46) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 06:27–18:21
Anandadi: Amrita 06:27–18:21 Anandadi: Musala 18:21–06:25 (23.03)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 12:01–00:42 (23.03)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:53–05:40 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:12–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:40–15:29 |
| Godhuli | 18:46–19:10 |
| Pradosha | 18:46–21:06 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:59 (23.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:40–18:21 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:09–15:42 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:27–08:00 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:32–11:04 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:34–11:23, 15:29–16:19 |
| Varjyam | 06:37–08:18 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:27–07:00, 07:52–14:35, 17:36–18:46
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:27–07:00, 07:52–14:35, 17:36–18:46 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:27–07:00, 07:52–14:35, 17:36–18:46 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:27–07:00, 07:52–14:35, 17:36–18:46 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Ashlesha until 18:21, Magha from 18:21; tithi Shukla-dvadashi; lagna Mina 06:27, Mesha 07:00, Vrishabha 07:52, Mithuna 09:17, Karka 11:38, Simha 14:35, Kanya 17:36
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha (until 18:21) — physical affliction (suffering); Magha (from 18:21) — loss of property; Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = 0
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)
+1 Anandadi: Amrita 06:27–18:21+1 Yoga Dhriti 06:27–04:55 (23.03)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Adhika Masa0 Kharmas0 Anandadi: Musala 18:21–06:25 (23.03)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:27–18:21−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 06:27–18:21
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious weekday, Auspicious tithi; cons: Anandadi: Kana, Fierce or sharp nakshatra Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 06:25
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 05:11 (24.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 2 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 19:54 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 04:44 (24.03) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 16:35 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:35 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 19:54 | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
| from 04:44 (24.03) | yoga Ganda |
| from 05:11 (24.03) | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
| from 05:11 (24.03) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:48 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:25 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 18:48 |
| End of twilight | 19:26 |
| Moonrise | 15:47 |
| Moonset | 05:31 |
| Day length | 12 h 23 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 11, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (06:25–18:48) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 18:48–21:07
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 19:54–06:22 (24.03) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 19:54–06:22 (24.03)
Anandadi: Siddhi 19:54–06:22 (24.03) Anandadi: Kana 06:25–19:54
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:51–05:38 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:12–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:40–15:30 |
| Godhuli | 18:48–19:12 |
| Pradosha | 18:48–21:07 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:58 (24.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:21–19:03 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:04–12:37 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:42–17:15 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:58–09:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:53–09:43, 13:01–13:51 |
| Varjyam | 07:08–08:50, 04:33–06:17 (24.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 06:25–06:56, 07:48–14:31, 17:32–18:48 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Magha; tithi Shukla-triodashi; lagna Mina 06:25, Mesha 06:56, Vrishabha 07:48, Mithuna 09:13, Karka 11:34, Simha 14:31, Kanya 17:32
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha — loss of property; Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:25–05:11 (24.03)0 Adhika Masa0 Kharmas0 Yoga Shula 06:25–06:54−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:25–19:54−3 Anandadi: Kana 06:25–19:54
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Tryahasparsha, Rikta tithi Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:22
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 06:40 (25.03) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 2 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 21:50 more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 04:49 (25.03) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 17:53 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 17:53 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 21:50 | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
| from 04:49 (25.03) | yoga Vriddhi |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:45 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:22 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 18:50 |
| End of twilight | 19:28 |
| Moonrise | 17:05 |
| Moonset | 05:39 |
| Day length | 12 h 28 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 4, bad — 7
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (06:22–18:50) is good for root crops.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 06:22–18:50: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:22–21:50 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day
Anandadi: Lumbaka 06:22–21:50 Anandadi: Utpata 21:50–06:19 (25.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:49–05:36 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:11–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:41–15:31 |
| Godhuli | 18:50–19:13 |
| Pradosha | 18:50–21:08 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:58 (25.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:55–16:39 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:29–11:03 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:10–15:43 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:22–07:56 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:22–07:12, 07:12–08:02 |
| Varjyam | 05:42–07:27 (25.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi; lagna Mina 06:22, Mesha 06:52, Vrishabha 07:44, Mithuna 09:09, Karka 11:30, Simha 14:27, Kanya 17:28
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni — ill health; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 06:22–18:50: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+2 Ravi Yoga 06:22–21:50+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day0 Adhika Masa0 Kharmas0 Yoga Ganda 06:22–07:08−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 06:22–21:50−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:22–21:50−2 Rikta tithi all day−2 Tryahasparsha
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Mitra; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Rikta tithi Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Purnima Vrat |
At sunrise 06:19
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 06:40 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 2 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 00:04 (26.03) more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 05:08 (26.03) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 06:40 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:40 | tithi Purnima |
|---|---|
| from 06:40 | karana Vishti |
| from 19:32 | karana Bava |
| from 00:04 (26.03) | nakshatra Hasta |
| from 05:08 (26.03) | yoga Dhruva |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:42 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:19 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 18:52 |
| End of twilight | 19:30 |
| Moonrise | 18:22 |
| Moonset | 05:46 |
| Day length | 12 h 33 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 3, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 06:40 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (06:19–18:52) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:40–18:52: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 06:19–06:40: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Purnima Vrat · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon fast (Purnima upavas) is kept on the day when Purnima prevails at midday (Madhyahna): if it begins before noon, the fast falls on the day before the one with Purnima at sunrise. Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise and pray to Vishnu (Satyanarayana) and Chandra.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:21–13:51
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Purnima at sunrise (holy bath, charity): 26.03
- Adhika Masa
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 00:04–06:17 (26.03)
Anandadi: Mitra 06:19–00:04 (26.03) Anandadi: Manasa 00:04–06:17 (26.03)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 06:40–19:32; Bhadra Puchha 15:03–16:21; Bhadra Mukha 16:21–18:30
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:47–05:33 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:11–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:41–15:32 |
| Godhuli | 18:52–19:15 |
| Pradosha | 18:52–21:09 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:57 (26.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:11–17:56 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:18–18:52 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:36–14:10 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:44–17:18 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:12–18:02 |
| Varjyam | 05:42–07:27 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:19–06:48, 07:40–14:23, 17:25–18:52 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 06:40, Purnima from 06:40; lagna Mina 06:19, Mesha 06:48, Vrishabha 07:40, Mithuna 09:05, Karka 11:26, Simha 14:23, Kanya 17:25
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni — destruction of all diseases; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 06:19–06:40: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Purnima 06:40–18:52: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Mitra 06:19–00:04 (26.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:19–00:04 (26.03)+1 Yoga Vriddhi 06:19–05:08 (26.03)0 Adhika Masa0 Kharmas−2 Rikta tithi 06:19–06:40−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:40–19:32
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Dhruva Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Adhika Purnima |
At sunrise 06:17
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 08:28 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 1 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 02:34 (27.03) more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 05:40 (27.03) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 08:28 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:28 | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
|---|---|
| from 08:28 | karana Balava |
| from 21:28 | karana Kaulava |
| from 02:34 (27.03) | nakshatra Chitra |
| from 05:40 (27.03) | yoga Vyaghata |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:40 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:17 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 18:54 |
| End of twilight | 19:32 |
| Moonrise | 19:37 |
| Moonset | 05:53 |
| Day length | 12 h 37 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 08:28 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 3, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:28 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (06:17–18:54) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Adhika Purnima · Purushottama (Vishnu)
The full moon of the intercalary month (Purushottama Masa). Annual festivals are not celebrated on this day, but holy bathing, fasting and charity are especially meritorious.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 06:40 (25.03)–08:28
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Fast on the eve (Purnima Vrat): 25.03
- Adhika Masa
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 02:34–06:14 (27.03)
Anandadi: Vajra 06:17–02:34 (27.03) Anandadi: Mudgara 02:34–06:14 (27.03)
- Gandanta (tithi): 08:02–08:54
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:45–05:31 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:10–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:42–15:32 |
| Godhuli | 18:54–19:17 |
| Pradosha | 18:54–21:10 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:57 (27.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:56–21:42 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:51–09:26 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:01–12:36 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:10–15:45 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:01–13:51, 15:32–16:23 |
| Varjyam | 09:20–11:06 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:28–18:54
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 08:28–18:54 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:28–18:54 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:17–06:45, 07:36–14:19, 17:21–18:54 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Hasta; tithi Purnima until 08:28, Krishna-pratipat from 08:28; lagna Mina 06:17, Mesha 06:45, Vrishabha 07:36, Mithuna 09:01, Karka 11:22, Simha 14:19, Kanya 17:21
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta — imparting radiance (to the person); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Purnima 06:17–08:28: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:17–02:34 (27.03)+1 Yoga Dhruva 06:17–05:40 (27.03)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:28–06:14 (27.03)0 Adhika Masa0 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Vajra 06:17–02:34 (27.03)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:14
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 10:31 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 1 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 05:18 (28.03) more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 06:23 (28.03) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 10:31 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:31 | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
|---|---|
| from 10:31 | karana Taitila |
| from 23:38 | karana Gara |
| from 05:18 (28.03) | nakshatra Swati |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:37 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:14 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 18:57 |
| End of twilight | 19:34 |
| Moonrise | 20:54 |
| Moonset | 06:00 |
| Day length | 12 h 42 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 12, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:31 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (06:14–18:57) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Dwipushkar Yoga 10:31–05:18 (28.03)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:14–10:31
Anandadi: Dhwaja 05:18–06:11 (28.03) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 06:14–05:18 (28.03)
Dwipushkar Yoga: The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:43–05:29 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:10–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:42–15:33 |
| Godhuli | 18:57–19:19 |
| Pradosha | 18:57–21:11 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:56 (28.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:10–23:57 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:46–17:21 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:25–11:00 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:35–14:11 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:47–09:37, 23:26–00:11 (28.03) |
| Varjyam | 11:29–13:15 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:14–06:41, 07:32–14:15, 17:17–18:57
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:14–06:41, 07:32–14:15, 17:17–18:57 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:14–06:41, 07:32–14:15, 17:17–18:57 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:14–06:41, 07:32–18:57 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Chitra; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 10:31, Krishna-dvitya from 10:31; lagna Mina 06:14, Mesha 06:41, Vrishabha 07:32, Mithuna 08:57, Karka 11:18, Simha 14:15, Kanya 17:17
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra — improvement of well-being; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:14–05:18 (28.03)+1 Auspicious tithi 06:14–10:310 Adhika Masa0 Dwipushkar Yoga 10:31–05:18 (28.03)0 Kharmas−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 10:31–06:11 (28.03)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 06:14–05:18 (28.03)−1 Yoga Vyaghata 06:14–09:23−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:14–10:31
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Surya Dagdha tithi, Anandadi: Dhumra Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:11
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 12:48 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 1 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 08:11 (29.03) more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 06:23 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 12:48 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:23 | yoga Harshana |
|---|---|
| from 12:48 | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 12:48 | karana Vanija |
| from 02:00 (29.03) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:34 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:11 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 18:59 |
| End of twilight | 19:36 |
| Moonrise | 22:11 |
| Moonset | 06:09 |
| Day length | 12 h 47 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 6, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:48 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (06:11–18:59) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:11–12:48
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:48–06:09 (29.03) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:48–06:09 (29.03)
Anandadi: Dhumra all day
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 02:00–15:14 (29.03); Bhadra Puchha 10:36–11:55 (29.03); Bhadra Mukha 11:55–14:08 (29.03)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-dvitya
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:41–05:26 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:43–15:34 |
| Godhuli | 18:59–19:21 |
| Pradosha | 18:59–21:13 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:56 (29.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:20–00:07 (29.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:35–14:11 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:47–09:23 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:59–12:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:09–13:01 |
| Varjyam | 11:34–13:22 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 12:48–14:12, 17:13–18:59
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 12:48–14:12, 17:13–18:59 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | good 12:48–14:12, 17:13–18:59 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:11–06:37, 07:28–14:12, 17:13–18:59 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Swati; tithi Krishna-dvitya until 12:48, Krishna-tritya from 12:48; lagna Mina 06:11, Mesha 06:37, Vrishabha 07:28, Mithuna 08:53, Karka 11:14, Simha 14:12, Kanya 17:13
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati — relief from all suffering; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:11–12:48+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:11–12:48+1 Yoga Harshana 06:23–06:09 (29.03)0 Adhika Masa0 Kharmas−1 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:48–06:09 (29.03)−1 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:48–06:09 (29.03)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra all day−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 06:11–12:48
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Vardhamana, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Rikta tithi Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Sankashti Chaturthi (Vibhuvana Palaka) |
At sunrise 06:09
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 15:14 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 4 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 08:11 more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 07:13 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 15:14 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:13 | yoga Vajra |
|---|---|
| from 08:11 | nakshatra Vishakha |
| from 15:14 | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
| from 15:14 | karana Bava |
| from 04:28 (30.03) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:31 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:09 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 19:01 |
| End of twilight | 19:38 |
| Moonrise | 23:29 |
| Moonset | 06:21 |
| Day length | 12 h 51 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 2, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:11 | from 15:14 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (06:09–08:11) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (08:11–19:01) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:09–15:14: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Sankashti Chaturthi (Vibhuvana Palaka) · Ganesha
The monthly fast for Ganesha on the fourth day of the waning Moon — the “trouble-removing” Chaturthi. Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise, then perform Ganesha Puja and offer water to the Moon (arghya).
Rule: at moonrise, 23:29
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:14–06:06 (30.03)
Anandadi: Sthira 06:09–08:11 Anandadi: Vardhamana 08:11–06:06 (30.03)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 02:00–15:14; Bhadra Puchha 10:36–11:55; Bhadra Mukha 11:55–14:08
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:39–05:24 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:09–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:43–15:35 |
| Godhuli | 19:01–19:23 |
| Pradosha | 19:01–21:14 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:56 (30.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:16–03:04 (30.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:11–15:48 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:09–07:45 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:22–10:58 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:26–11:18, 15:35–16:26 |
| Varjyam | 14:29–16:17 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:09–06:33, 07:24–08:11
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 06:09–06:33, 07:24–08:11 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 06:09–14:08 |
| Cutting toenails | good 06:09–06:33, 07:24–08:11 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:09–06:33, 07:24–08:11 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Swati until 08:11, Vishakha from 08:11; tithi Krishna-tritya until 15:14, Krishna-chaturti from 15:14; lagna Mina 06:09, Mesha 06:33, Vrishabha 07:24, Mithuna 08:49, Karka 11:11, Simha 14:08, Kanya 17:09
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati (until 08:11) — relief from all suffering; Vishakha (from 08:11) — loss of money; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 15:14–19:01: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 08:11–06:06 (30.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:09–08:11+1 Yoga Harshana 06:09–07:13+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:09–15:140 Adhika Masa0 Kharmas0 Yoga Vajra 07:13–08:27−1 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:14–06:06 (30.03)−1 Rikta tithi 15:14–06:06 (30.03)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:09–15:14
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Siddhi; auspicious time — after 17:42 Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:06
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 17:42 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 4 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 11:10 more |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 08:07 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 17:42 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:07 | yoga Siddhi |
|---|---|
| from 11:10 | nakshatra Anuradha |
| from 17:42 | tithi Krishna-panchami |
| from 17:42 | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:29 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:06 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 19:03 |
| End of twilight | 19:40 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 06:37 |
| Day length | 12 h 56 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 12, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:10 | from 17:42 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (06:06–11:10) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (11:10–19:03) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:10–06:04 (31.03)
Anandadi: Matanga 06:06–11:10 Anandadi: Rakshasa 11:10–06:04 (31.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:37–05:22 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:08–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:44–15:36 |
| Godhuli | 19:03–19:25 |
| Pradosha | 19:03–21:15 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:55 (31.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:25–04:12 (31.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:57–12:34 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:48–17:25 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:43–09:20 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:41–09:33, 13:00–13:52 |
| Varjyam | 15:39–17:26 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 17:42–19:03
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 17:42–19:03 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 17:42–19:03 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 17:42–19:03 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Vishakha until 11:10, Anuradha from 11:10; tithi Krishna-chaturti until 17:42, Krishna-panchami from 17:42; lagna Mina 06:06, Mesha 06:29, Vrishabha 07:20, Mithuna 08:45, Karka 11:07, Simha 14:04, Kanya 17:05
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha (until 11:10) — loss of money; Anuradha (from 11:10) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 06:06–17:42: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 17:42
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:10–06:04 (31.03)+2 Yoga Siddhi 08:07–06:04 (31.03)+1 Anandadi: Matanga 06:06–11:10+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 11:10–06:04 (31.03)0 Auspicious tithi 17:42–06:04 (31.03)0 Adhika Masa0 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 11:10–06:04 (31.03)−2 Rikta tithi 06:06–17:42
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vyatipata, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1725 · Vikram 1860 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:04
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 20:05 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 3 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 14:05 more |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 08:59 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 06:55 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:55 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 08:59 | yoga Vyatipata |
| from 14:05 | nakshatra Jyestha |
| from 20:05 | tithi Krishna-shashti |
| from 20:05 | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:26 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:04 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 19:05 |
| End of twilight | 19:42 |
| Moonrise | 00:44 |
| Moonset | 07:01 |
| Day length | 13 h 00 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 4, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:05 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (06:04–14:05) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (14:05–19:05) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:04–20:05 Krakacha Yoga 20:05–06:01 (01.04)
Anandadi: Amrita 06:04–14:05 Anandadi: Musala 14:05–06:01 (01.04)
- Gandanta (tithi): 19:38–20:31
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:35–05:20 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:08–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:44–15:36 |
| Godhuli | 19:05–19:26 |
| Pradosha | 19:05–21:16 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:55 (01.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:19–10:56 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:12–15:49 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:04–07:41 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:04–06:56, 06:56–07:48 |
| Varjyam | 20:18–22:05 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:04–06:25, 07:16–08:59
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:04–06:25, 07:16–08:59 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:04–06:25, 07:16–08:59 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:04–14:05, 17:01–19:05 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Anuradha until 14:05, Jyestha from 14:05; tithi Krishna-panchami; lagna Mina 06:04, Mesha 06:25, Vrishabha 07:16, Mithuna 08:41, Karka 11:03, Simha 14:00, Kanya 17:01
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 14:05) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 14:05) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vyatipata 08:59–19:05: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −2
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Vyatipata
+2 Yoga Siddhi 06:04–08:59+1 Anandadi: Amrita 06:04–14:05+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:04–14:05+1 Auspicious tithi 06:04–20:050 Adhika Masa0 Kharmas0 Anandadi: Musala 14:05–06:01 (01.04)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 14:05–06:01 (01.04)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:04–20:05−3 Vyatipata 08:59–06:01 (01.04)
Patron: Govinda; Aditya — Parjanya. Full moon in nakshatra Purva or Uttara Phalguni. Ritu: Shishira.
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Northern samvatsara: Bhava (No. 8)
Shaka Samvat 1725 · Vikram Samvat 1860 · Kali Yuga 4904
Next year — Raktakshi, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 10.04.1804
In South India (Shaka Samvat, lunar reckoning) the years of the 60-year cycle follow one another without a break, and the name of the year changes at Ugadi — at the start of Chaitra, on the first tithi of the bright half.
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth day of the waning moon is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
Meaning: Sword
Symbol: Sword, also sprout or coral
Deity: Waiu (Wind)
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: scatter like air, move, convert
Auspicious: everything lasting — foundations, building, planting, long-term commitments.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Mitra
Auspicious: friendship, love, matchmaking and alliances, reconciliation, jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Jupiter
The time of Jupiter's action is considered the most favorable for all worldly and spiritual affairs not related to coercion or anger. You can begin spiritual practices, good deeds, study of philosophy, Doctrine, various sciences.
Start of morning civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon and the sky grows light.
Appearance of the upper limb of the solar disc, with refraction. The Vedic day and the vara begin at sunrise.
True noon — the culmination of the Sun, midway between sunrise and sunset.
The upper limb of the solar disc disappears below the horizon (with refraction).
End of evening civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon.
Appearance of the upper limb of the lunar disc above the horizon. The decisive time for Sankashti Chaturthi and Karwa Chauth.
The upper limb of the lunar disc disappears below the horizon.
Garden tasks are rated as in the site’s “Lunar calendar for gardeners” section: the weekday, nakshatra and tithi are taken into account; starting from a base score of 3, each factor adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–6: 0–2 — bad, 3–4 — average, 5–6 — good. The table shows the rating at sunrise and after each change of nakshatra or tithi during the daytime (“from HH:MM”); the icons next to the sunrise rating show the contribution of the weekday, nakshatra and tithi at sunrise: “+” (green) adds one point, “0” (yellow) has no effect, “–” (red) subtracts one.
The ratings are the site author’s summary of the Indian and Tibetan traditions. Classical texts on agriculture: the Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX, English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha (ch. XIII), the Brihat Samhita of Varahamihira (ch. 55).
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Swati
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
An auspicious combination of weekday and tithi group: Fri — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Wed — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Tue — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Sat — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Thu — Purna (5, 10, 15). Brings success; if the same pair also forms an inauspicious yoga, Siddha prevails.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Burnt” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 11, Tue — 5, Wed — 3, Thu — 6, Fri — 8, Sat — 9. Whatever is begun bears no fruit.
The knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
The penultimate, 14th muhurta of the night: it begins about an hour and a half before sunrise and lasts about 48 minutes. The best time for meditation, prayer, japa and study.
The 8th of the 15 daytime muhurtas, around true noon (about 48 minutes). The “invincible” time, suitable for almost any new undertaking — except on Wednesdays.
The 11th daytime muhurta, the “time of victory”: good for journeys, contests and decisive action; the main time of Vijayadashami.
“Dust from the hooves” — about 24 minutes right after sunset, when the cows return from pasture. An auspicious time for weddings and evening rites.
The first fifth of the night after sunset (three night muhurtas, about 2.5 hours). The time for worshipping Shiva, lighting the Diwali diyas and performing Holika Dahan.
Midnight — the 8th muhurta of the night. The decisive time for Maha Shivaratri, Krishna Janmashtami and Kali Puja.
“Time of nectar” — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra, favourable for any new undertaking and mitigating inauspicious factors.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 6 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 13:30–15:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 13:59–15:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.
“Rejected” time — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra (4 ghatis of 60, starting from a ghati specific to that nakshatra). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
Weekdays for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; avoided — Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday (Sunday is permitted for Brahmins, Tuesday for Kshatriyas, Saturday for Vaishyas and others); Monday is good only during the waxing Moon.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Nakshatras for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Ashwini, Mrigashirsha, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Shravana, Dhanishtha and Revati; fairly good — Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Swati, Uttara Ashadha, Shatabhisha and Uttara Bhadrapada; the rest are avoided.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Tithis for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th; avoided — the 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 14th, full moon and new moon; in Krishna Paksha the first five tithis are permitted (according to some, the first seven).
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “ruin of the family”
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “great calamities”
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “disease and suffering”
Lagna for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious signs — Vrishabha, Mithuna, Karka, Kanya, Tula, Makara and Mina; avoided — Mesha, Simha, Vrischika, Dhanu and Kumbha (all except Kumbha are permitted if a benefic occupies the sign or benefics aspect it).
Mesha (Aries) — “great calamities”; Simha (Leo) — “disease and suffering”; Vrischika (Scorpio) — “disease and suffering”; Dhanu (Sagittarius) — “fear of the authorities”; Kumbha (Aquarius) — “ruin of the family”.
Classical rules: have a haircut or shave in the daytime, preferably before noon — not at night or at twilight; not after eating, bathing or anointing the body with oil; not on the day of setting out on a journey; not when one’s wife is pregnant; not on one’s birth nakshatra or the 10th and 19th nakshatras from it, and not during Chandrashtama (the Moon in the 8th sign from the natal Moon). These prohibitions are lifted for a wedding, an initiation, release from prison, mourning for one’s parents and at the ruler’s command.
Sources: the Kalaprakashika of Narasimha (ch. V on haircuts — written about a child’s first haircut, chaula; English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), the Muhurta Chintamani of Rama Daivajna, B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha. The rating is the site’s summary, as in the “Lunar haircut calendar”: starting from a base score of 4, each factor — weekday, nakshatra, tithi and lagna — adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–8: 7–8 good, 4–6 average, 0–3 bad. Windows are the parts of the daytime with the best rating (at least 15 minutes long); for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting, the times of the day’s prohibitions are excluded.
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
A tithi favourable for new undertakings: in the bright half of the month — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th, in the dark half — the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides over the sixth day of the waning moon, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, carrying out festivals and performances.
Meaning: Forked branch (also called Radha - gift)
Symbol: Triumphal arch for marriage, potter's wheel
Deity: Indra and Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: achieve (many and different goals, fruits)
Inauspicious: portends failures and injuries; the first 9 ghatis (about 3 h 36 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Bhu (the Earth goddess)
Auspicious: farming, sowing and planting, building a house, household affairs.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Venus
All manifestations of beauty and harmony find their support and development on this day, therefore, most worldly and spiritual affairs that do not rely on brute force are good to begin or implement at this time. The day is especially good for marriage, hiring workers, building relationships, creativity, music, singing, dancing, poetry and holding holidays or performances, it is best to schedule a romantic date at this time - it will add additional shine to decorations and a special aroma to flowers, and tact to the owners of all this.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The Moon’s nakshatra is the 4th, 6th, 9th, 10th, 13th or 20th from the Sun’s nakshatra. As the Sun dispels darkness, so this yoga cancels many bad combinations of the day and supports new undertakings.
The yoga of “accomplishing all aims”: an auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra (each day has its own 3–7 nakshatras). Good for any new undertaking; exceptions: Thu + Pushya is not used for weddings, Tue + Ashwini for housewarmings, Sat + Rohini for travel.
“Saw”: the tithi number and the weekday number (Sun = 1 … Sat = 7) add up to 13 — Sun and the 12th tithi, Mon and the 11th, Tue and the 10th, Wed and the 9th, Thu and the 8th, Fri and the 7th, Sat and the 6th. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
“Deadly” combination of weekday and tithi group: Sun and Tue — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Mon and Fri — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Wed — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Thu — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Sat — Purna (5, 10, 15). Portends failure for new undertakings.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.
“Tail” of Bhadra — the last 3 ghatis (1 h 12 min) of one of its praharas; considered an acceptable time if Bhadra cannot be avoided (for example, for Holika Dahan).
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 4 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 10:30–12:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 10:59–12:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh day of the waning moon is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Meaning: Following Radha, success
Symbol: Lotus flower, row, furrow or rut
Deity: Mitra (Friend)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give worship (whence abundance and honor, worthy relationships and popularity)
Auspicious: festivals, joyful occasions, rest and recreation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Yama
Bhadra — the most inauspicious karana: weddings, journeys, purchases and any auspicious undertakings are avoided during it. It suits only harsh deeds: fighting enemies, demolition, removing obstacles.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Saturn
This is the only day of the week when, according to astrological indications, you can safely postpone most important household and spiritual affairs, which is reflected in a variety of cultures around the world. However, on this day you can carry out monotonous monotonous work, or relax.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Poisonous” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 4, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 2, Thu — 8, Fri — 9, Sat — 7. Unfavourable for new undertakings, medical treatment and transactions.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 3 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 09:00–10:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 09:29–10:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) is in force during the daytime, but not on earth (the Moon is not in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina): the harm is mitigated, yet this time is still usually avoided for weddings, travel and important undertakings.
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth day of the waning Moon is Vasus, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
Meaning: Born before (eldest, chief)
Symbol: Umbrella or earring, amulet, necklace
Deity: Indra (Leader of the Gods)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: rise up and win, draw strength in battle (looking for the limits of fearlessness)
Inauspicious: sudden hindrances, a “lightning strike”; the first 3 ghatis (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Brahma
Auspicious: religious rites, study, spiritual and charitable work.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Sun
This day is suitable for generosity, celebrations, holidays, performances and festivals. Meetings with high-ranking people and important government affairs are good to carry out on this day.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The Moon in Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, Mula or Revati — the nakshatras at the junctions of signs. For those born in them, tradition prescribes a pacifying rite; new undertakings call for caution.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 8 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 16:30–18:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 16:59–18:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
Especially auspicious: success in any undertaking, study and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Lord: Moon
Favorable for any daily activities related to water, food, housing, women, trade, hotels, utilities, etc. You can carry out a wide variety of earthworks, both gardening and construction; preparing food, getting a haircut, doing treatment, decorating, building relationships, getting married and hiring.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 2 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 07:30–09:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 07:59–09:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The Serpent (Naga) presides over the ninth day of the waning Moon, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Meaning: Root
Symbol: Roots, elephant goad, lion's tail (panicle)
Deity: Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: destroy, crush (also the ability to destroy destruction)
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all. It is, however, very good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Lord: Mars
Promotes decisive manifestations of will, competitions, active and gambling games, sports, training, overcoming obstacles, working with fire, metal (especially iron), mechanisms, electricity, explosive substances and weapons, militant actions, demand from debtors, litigation, verdicts, quarrels, conflicts, control of parasites (insects and rats) and similar matters. Some medical procedures, such as massage or chiropractic therapy, can be carried out during this time.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 7 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 15:00–16:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 15:29–16:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
The nitya yoga of “calamity” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, but the day is good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth day of the waning moon is protected by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
Meaning: Prior invincible, unsubdued
Symbol: Elephant tusk, fan or bed
Deity: Varuna
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: add strength, energy (regenerate)
Auspicious: comfort and convenience, purchases, home improvement, any auspicious deeds.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Lord: Mercury
If Mercury is not under the influence of malefic planets, the day will be favorable, active, you can do a lot and learn a lot (if the opposite happens, there will be absent-mindedness, vanity and ill-considered actions leading to losses). Owner day promotes all intellectual and creative pursuits: music, graphics, poetry, literature, linguistics, mathematics, astrology, the study of ordinary and secret sciences.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
plowing, pruning and weeding
Planting and sowing are allowed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 5 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 12:00–13:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 12:29–13:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Group: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh day of the waning Moon is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.
Meaning: Subsequent invincible, insubordinate
Symbol: Small bed
Deity: Vishva-Deva (All Gods)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: give an undeniable victory, thanks to alliances and support
Inauspicious: obstacles; nothing is started in the first half of the yoga, while the second half is acceptable.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
neutral
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth day of the waning Moon and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.
Meaning: Listener
Symbol: Ear (listener), three footprints (Vishnu's steps), trident
Deity: Shri Vishnu
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: bind together (three worlds, i.e. all)
Auspicious: spiritual practice, mantras, worship, study with a teacher.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Aryaman
Auspicious: dealings with authorities and superiors, fame, home and housing, clothing and jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Shravana
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Began on a Friday: danger of theft and loss — journeys, business deals and major purchases are avoided.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth day of the waning moon is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
Meaning: The richest or fastest, Shravishtha - the most famous
Symbol: Drum or flute
Deity: Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: bring abundance and fame through the direction and organization of people
Especially auspicious: success of undertakings, gaining knowledge and receiving initiations.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Shri (Lakshmi)
Auspicious: trade, deals, buying and selling, partnerships and long-term business projects.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
Group: Purna. Deity: Pitris (ancestors).
The Pitris (ancestors) rule the new moon; this period is suitable for rites honoring the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana), for pacifying the mind and performing austerities.
Meaning: One hundred healers
Symbol: Garland of 100 flowers, circle
Deity: Varuna
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give healing (bodily and spiritual) through Divine Grace
Auspicious (in some traditions — especially auspicious): study, practice, mastering new things — anything achieved through effort.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Vrisha (the sacred bull)
Inauspicious for new undertakings. Good for work with cattle, worship of cows and rites for the ancestors (shraddha).
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Shatabhisha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.
Patron: Vishnu; Aditya — Dhatar. Full moon in nakshatra Chitra. Ritu: Vasanta.
Adhika Masa (intercalary month, also called Purushottama Masa or Mala Masa) — a lunar month during which the Sun does not pass into a new sign; it takes the name of the following month with the prefix “Adhika”, and the month after it is called “Nija” (true). In an Adhika month the annual festivals are not observed (they move to the Nija month; the exception is Ganga Dussehra, which in a year with Adhika Jyeshtha is celebrated in the intercalary month), weddings are not held, upanayana, housewarming and the laying of a house foundation are not performed, and no major undertakings are begun. Monthly observances — Ekadashis (Padmini and Parama), Pradosha, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri — are kept as usual, and the month itself is dedicated to Purushottama (Vishnu) and is especially good for japa, reading sacred texts, fasting and dana.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Meaning: First Blessed (foot, leg)
Symbol: Head of red bed, two-faced man, swords
Deity: Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: ignite and kindle the fire of spiritual search
Especially auspicious: any auspicious deeds and ceremonies.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Vayu (Marut)
Fixed, but auspicious: good for auspicious ceremonies, offerings and homa, work for prosperity and livelihood.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
Planting and sowing are allowed.
An intercalary lunar month (Purushottama Masa): annual festivals move to the following Nija month (except Ganga Dussehra: in a year with Adhika Jyeshtha it is observed in the intercalary month); not a time for new undertakings — weddings, housewarmings, new vows. Good for japa, scripture reading and charity.
The Sun in Dhanu or Mina: a month without weddings, housewarmings and other samskaras. Good for prayer, charity and pilgrimage.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
An intercalary lunar month: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice.
The Sun in Dhanu or Mina: a month without weddings, housewarmings and initiations (a North Indian tradition).
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second lunar day of Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
Meaning: Rich, prosperous
Symbol: Fish (sometimes a couple) or drum
Deity: Pushan (Prosperous)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: nourish (satiate at the expense of its abundance)
Auspicious: pure and noble deeds, religious rites, study.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Revati
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
A combination of weekday and nakshatra that yields the “nectar of success”: Sun — Hasta, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashwini, Wed — Anuradha, Thu — Pushya, Fri — Revati, Sat — Rohini. One of the strongest auspicious yogas: it brings success to almost any undertaking.
A tithi “burnt” by the Sun in its current sign (the Sun in Dhanu or Mina — the 2nd, in Vrishabha or Kumbha — the 4th, in Mesha or Karka — the 6th, in Mithuna or Kanya — the 8th, in Simha or Vrischika — the 10th, in Tula or Makara — the 12th): unfavourable for new undertakings.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Especially auspicious: study, sacred rites, peace and reconciliation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third lunar day. It is a suitable time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can begin any important business.
Meaning: Riders or Grooms
Symbol: Horse's Head
Deity: Ashwini Kumara
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: quickly achieve anything
Especially auspicious: power and administration, taking office, dealings with influential patrons.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth lunar day is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
Meaning: Carrier (porter or loader)
Symbol: Yoni (bosom, source)
Deity: Yama (Dharma-raja)
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: take (take away) something
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all; good for fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
do not fell trees, any undertakings
“Fire-breathing” yoga: the 1st tithi with Mula, the 5th with Bharani, the 8th with Krittika, the 9th with Rohini, the 10th with Ashlesha. Especially harmful for weddings, housewarmings, sowing and beginning studies.
“Bell of Yama” — a combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Magha, Mon — Vishakha, Tue — Ardra, Wed — Mula, Thu — Krittika, Fri — Rohini, Sat — Hasta. One of the most dangerous yogas: travel, surgery and any important new undertakings are avoided.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
The nitya yoga of “discord” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, and the day suits fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth lunar day is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
Meaning: Cutter (chisel) or chopping
Symbol: Sharp tool (axe, razor), flame
Deity: Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: burn and ignite others
Inauspicious: portends obstacles. If a matter cannot be postponed, the first 3 ghatis of the yoga (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
plowing the ground
An inauspicious combination of tithi and nakshatra (the “empty” nakshatra of a tithi, for example the 6th or 11th tithi with Rohini, the 12th with Ashlesha). Whatever is begun at this time remains without result.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Auspicious: friendship, reconciliation, love, matchmaking — anything that requires people’s goodwill.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
Meaning: Red (an epithet of the star Aldebaran)
Symbol: Wagon, rarely: temple, banyan, incense, sandalwood
Deity: Prajapati (Brahma - Creator)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: give growth (prosperity, fertility)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth lunar day is Vasu, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
Meaning: Deer head (alt. searching star)
Symbol: Deer head
Deity: Soma (Chandra, Moon)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: give realization (attractiveness, shaping)
Auspicious: health and healing, long-term matters and anything meant to last a long time.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Mrigashirsha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The serpent (Naga) patronizes the ninth lunar day, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Meaning: Tear or body fluid (wet)
Symbol: Tear or drop, rarely: diamond or man's head
Deity: Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give effort that leads to the achievement of the goal (and also, is able to shed sweat or blood)
Auspicious: weddings and family matters, anything meant to bring good fortune and well-being.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth lunar day is patronized by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
Meaning: Successful, magnificent, two for riches
Symbol: Arrow or quiver of arrows, rarely: rainbow
Deity: Aditi
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: give the gaining of profit (property, wealth), growth
Auspicious: jewellery, celebrations, travel, creative undertakings.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Punarvasu
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Inauspicious: portends trouble and hindrances; if necessary, the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh lunar day is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.
Meaning: Feeder; feeder of flowers
Symbol: Cow udder, flower (lotus), arrow and circle
Deity: Brhaspati
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give manifestation of spiritual energy, feeding
Auspicious: good and religious deeds, starting work, helping people.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth lunar day and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.
Meaning: Wrapping around (like a snake), hugging
Symbol: Curled snake
Deity: Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: cause suffering with poison, paralyze
Auspicious: lasting and long-term matters, laying foundations and building, vows.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Indra
Auspicious: good for any benevolent and lasting work, building up health and strength, undertakings meant to grow.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth lunar day is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
Meaning: Powerful, sufficient
Symbol: Throne, palanquin, royal canopy
Deity: Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: leave the body (temporarily or completely), give transformation similar to death
Inauspicious: disputes and pain; the first 5 ghatis (about 2 h) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
An additional auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra, not given in all panchangas: Sun — Mula, Mon — Dhanishtha, Tue — Uttara Bhadrapada, Wed — Krittika, Thu — Punarvasu, Fri — Purva Phalguni, Sat — Swati.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Meaning: Prior red
Symbol: Headboard, rarely: hammock, ficus
Deity: Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: give reproduction, the receiving of fruit
Inauspicious: difficulties and obstacles; the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Meaning: Following red
Symbol: Half of the bed under the feet (foot)
Deity: Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: accumulate and prosper through alliances
Auspicious: investments, trade, savings, starting ventures that are meant to grow.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
sowing seeds, any undertakings
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
Meaning: Hand, fist
Symbol: Palm or fist
Deity: Savitar (Animating, Awakening)
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: give the obtaining of what you want with your own hands, dexterity
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
digging, plowing, planting trees
“Burnt” combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Bharani, Mon — Chitra, Tue — Uttara Ashadha, Wed — Dhanishtha, Thu — Uttara Phalguni, Fri — Jyeshtha, Sat — Revati. Whatever is begun “burns up” without bearing fruit.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first day of the waning moon is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Meaning: Brilliant, clear
Symbol: Pearl or brilliant jewel
Deity: Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: accumulate brilliant qualities (receive well-deserved respect)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second day of the waning Moon - Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Swati
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
any undertakings
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third day of the waning moon. It is a good time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can start any important business.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Swati
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-tritya
any undertakings
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth day of the waning Moon is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
any undertakings
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.