March 1868 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Phalguna (until 24.03), Chaitra (from 25.03). Periods: 1–8.03 — Holashtak; from 12.03 — Kharmas; from 25.03 — Chaitra Navaratri (spring). Major festivals: 8.03 Holika Dahan; 9.03 Holi (Dhulandi); 25.03 Ugadi, Gudi Padwa — Hindu New Year; 25.03 Chaitra Navaratri: Ghatasthapana. 8.03 — lunar eclipse, penumbral (fully visible).
Icons this month (22)
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
- 2.03 Mon — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Vardhamana, Auspicious nakshatra after 07:48
Rohini (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects. - 5.03 Thu — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Pushya, Anandadi: Shubha after 11:40
Pushya (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business. - 20.03 Fri — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Siddha, Anandadi: Prajapati after 10:32
Dhanishtha (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Festivals
- 2.03 Mon Masik Durgashtami
- 5.03 Thu Amalaki Ekadashi
- 6.03 Fri Pradosha Vrat
- 8.03 Sun Holika Dahan
- 8.03 Sun Phalguna Purnima
- 9.03 Mon Holi (Dhulandi)
- 11.03 Wed Sankashti Chaturthi (Bhalachandra)
- 12.03 Thu Mina Sankranti
- 13.03 Fri Rang Panchami
- 15.03 Sun Kalashtami
- 16.03 Mon Sheetala Ashtami (Basoda)
- 19.03 Thu Papmochani Ekadashi
- 21.03 Sat Shani Pradosha
- 22.03 Sun Masik Shivaratri
- 24.03 Tue Phalguna Amavasya
- 24.03 Tue Bhaumvati Amavasya
- 25.03 Wed Ugadi, Gudi Padwa — Hindu New Year
- 25.03 Wed Chaitra Navaratri: Ghatasthapana
- 25.03 Wed Chandra Darshan
- 27.03 Fri Gangaur
- 27.03 Fri Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 29.03 Sun Skanda Shashti
- 30.03 Mon Yamuna Chhath (Yamuna Jayanti)
- 31.03 Tue Durga Ashtami of Chaitra Navaratri
Special muhurta yogas
- 1.03 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 07:20–14:28
- 2.03 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 2.03 Mon Amrita Siddhi Yoga 13:43–07:15 (03.03)
- 5.03 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:10–06:32 (06.03)
- 5.03 Thu Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:48–06:32 (06.03)
- 5.03 Thu Guru Pushya Yoga 08:48–06:32 (06.03)
- 8.03 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 23:32–07:00 (09.03)
- 13.03 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 19:34–06:47 (14.03)
- 15.03 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 22:53–06:42 (16.03)
- 20.03 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:31–10:32
- 24.03 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:21–18:57
- 26.03 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:15–20:15
- 28.03 Sat Amrita Siddhi Yoga 19:52–06:08 (29.03)
- 28.03 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 19:52–06:08 (29.03)
- 30.03 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:05–18:13
- 30.03 Mon Amrita Siddhi Yoga 06:12–18:13
Tripushkar Yoga: A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
Avoid starting important matters
- 1.03 Sun — Vaidhriti, Samvartaka Yoga, Anandadi: Dhumra
- 6.03 Fri — Anandadi: Mrityu, Kshaya tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra (unfavourable day)
- 8.03 Sun — Bhadra on earth, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Eclipse (not visible here)
- 11.03 Wed — Vishti (Bhadra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
- 12.03 Thu — Sankranti day, Rikta tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
- 15.03 Sun — Samvartaka Yoga, Anandadi: Kana, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 16.03 Mon — Vyatipata, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Anandadi: Lumbaka
- 22.03 Sun — Bhadra on earth, Krishna Chaturdashi, Panchaka
- 23.03 Mon — Krishna Chaturdashi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Panchaka
- 24.03 Tue — Amavasya, Panchaka, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 26.03 Thu — Vaidhriti, Surya Dagdha tithi
- 29.03 Sun — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
- 30.03 Mon — Kshaya tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Anandadi: Kaladanda
- 31.03 Tue — Yamaghanta, Vishti (Bhadra), Fierce or sharp nakshatra (unfavourable day)
Sky this month
- 8.03 Full moon (Purnima) 23:22
- 8.03 Lunar eclipse, penumbral, greatest eclipse 23:09, magnitude 0.583
fully visible: 21:30–00:48 (09.03), maximum eclipse here 23:09, magnitude 0.583 - 12.03 Mina Sankranti 10:02 — the Sun enters Mina (Pisces)
- 20.03 Vernal equinox 10:43
- 24.03 New moon (Amavasya) 09:59
Periods
- 1–8.03 Holashtak
- from 12.03 Kharmas
- from 25.03 Chaitra Navaratri (spring)
- 20.03 23:58 – 25.03 19:50 Chora Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Prabhava (No. 1, “origin, beginning”) — A year of beginnings: traditionally, abundant rains and harvests, a time for sacrifices and auspicious undertakings. more
Vibhava (No. 2, “splendour, prosperity”) — A year of prosperity: plenty, contented people, well-being in affairs and in the family. more
Northern samvatsara: Pramathi. Shaka Samvat 1790, Vikram Samvat 1925, Kali Yuga 4969.
Phalguna (Tapasya) — The last month of the lunar year: Holika Dahan and Holi; Mina Sankranti begins the second Kharmas. more
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
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 | Avoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Samvartaka Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Prabhava (No. 1) · Shaka 1789 · Vikram 1924 more |
| Period | Holashtak |
At sunrise 07:20
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 20:31 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 3 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 14:28 more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 15:48 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 09:07 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:07 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 14:28 | nakshatra Rohini |
| from 15:48 | yoga Vishkambha |
| from 20:31 | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
| from 20:31 | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:20 |
| Noon | 12:42 |
| Sunset | 18:04 |
| End of twilight | 18:41 |
| Moonrise | 10:15 |
| Moonset | 00:50 |
| Day length | 10 h 44 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 5, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:28 |
|---|
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, Krittika (07:20–14:28) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (14:28–18:04) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Holashtak
Muhurta
Tripushkar Yoga 07:20–14:28
Samvartaka Yoga 07:20–20:31
Anandadi: Prajapati 14:28–07:18 (02.03) Anandadi: Dhumra 07:20–14:28
- Bhadra in heaven: 20:31–07:48 (02.03); Bhadra Puchha 22:12–23:20; Bhadra Mukha 23:20–01:12 (02.03)
Tripushkar Yoga: A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:34–06:27 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:21–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:30–15:12 |
| Godhuli | 18:04–18:31 |
| Pradosha | 18:04–20:43 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:07 (02.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:06–13:41 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:44–18:04 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:42–14:03 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:23–16:44 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:38–17:21 |
| Varjyam | 05:58–07:31 (02.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 15:48–18:04
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 15:48–18:04 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 15:48–18:04 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:41–08:22, 09:14–18:04 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Krittika until 14:28, Rohini from 14:28; tithi Shukla-saptami; lagna Kumbha 07:20, Mina 07:41, Mesha 08:22, Vrishabha 09:14, Mithuna 10:41, Karka 13:04, Simha 16:01
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika (until 14:28) — consumption (a wasting disease); Rohini (from 14:28) — destruction of all misfortunes; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vaidhriti 07:20–15:48: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
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.
- 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 = −5
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
+1 Auspicious tithi 07:20–20:310 Anandadi: Prajapati 14:28–07:18 (02.03)0 Auspicious nakshatra 14:28–07:18 (02.03)0 Holashtak0 Tripushkar Yoga 07:20–14:28−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 07:20–14:28−3 Samvartaka Yoga 07:20–20:31−3 Vaidhriti 07:20–15:48
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Vardhamana; auspicious time — after 07:48 |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Prabhava (No. 1) · Shaka 1789 · Vikram 1924 more |
| Period | Holashtak |
| Festivals | Masik Durgashtami |
At sunrise 07:18
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 18:58 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 3 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 13:43 more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 13:27 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 07:48 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:48 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 13:27 | yoga Priti |
| from 13:43 | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
| from 18:58 | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 18:58 | karana Balava |
| from 06:00 (03.03) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:41 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:18 |
| Noon | 12:41 |
| Sunset | 18:06 |
| End of twilight | 18:43 |
| Moonrise | 10:52 |
| Moonset | 02:02 |
| Day length | 10 h 48 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 6, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:43 |
|---|
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 (07:18–13:43) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (13:43–18:06) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:18–07:48: 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 20:31 (01.03)–18:58
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Holashtak
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 13:43–07:15 (03.03)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 07:18–13:43 Anandadi: Ananda 13:43–07:15 (03.03)
- Bhadra in heaven: 20:31 (01.03)–07:48; Bhadra Puchha 22:12–23:20 (01.03); Bhadra Mukha 23:20 (01.03)–01:12
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:32–06:25 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:20–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:30–15:13 |
| Godhuli | 18:06–18:33 |
| Pradosha | 18:06–20:44 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:07 (03.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:37–12:10, 04:08–05:39 (03.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:39–10:00 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:21–12:42 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:03–15:24 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:04–13:47, 15:13–15:57 |
| Varjyam | 05:58–07:31, 19:02–20:33 |
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 | good 07:37–08:18, 09:10–15:57 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Rohini until 13:43, Mrigashirsha from 13:43; tithi Shukla-ashtami; lagna Kumbha 07:18, Mina 07:37, Mesha 08:18, Vrishabha 09:10, Mithuna 10:37, Karka 13:00, Simha 15:57
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini (until 13:43) — destruction of all misfortunes; Mrigashirsha (from 13:43) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 07:18–18:06: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
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
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 07:48
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 07:18–13:43+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:18–13:43+1 Auspicious weekday0 Yoga Priti 13:27–07:15 (03.03)0 Holashtak0 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:18–07:48−1 Ashtami 07:18–18:58
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: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Chara; cons: Rikta tithi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Prabhava (No. 1) · Shaka 1789 · Vikram 1924 more |
| Period | Holashtak |
At sunrise 07:15
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 16:55 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 4 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 12:29 more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 10:43 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 16:55 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:43 | yoga Ayushman |
|---|---|
| from 12:29 | nakshatra Ardra |
| from 16:55 | tithi Shukla-dashami |
| from 16:55 | karana Taitila |
| from 03:44 (04.03) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:38 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:15 |
| Noon | 12:41 |
| Sunset | 18:08 |
| End of twilight | 18:46 |
| Moonrise | 11:39 |
| Moonset | 03:11 |
| Day length | 10 h 53 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 1, bad — 12
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:29 | from 16:55 |
|---|
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 (07:15–12:29) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Holashtak
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 12:29–07:13 (04.03)
Yamaghanta 12:29–07:13 (04.03) Krakacha Yoga 16:55–07:13 (04.03)
Anandadi: Chara 12:29–07:13 (04.03) Anandadi: Rakshasa 07:15–12:29
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:30–06:22 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:20–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:31–15:14 |
| Godhuli | 18:08–18:35 |
| Pradosha | 18:08–20:45 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:07 (04.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:31–03:00 (04.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:25–16:47 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:58–11:20 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:42–14:03 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:26–10:09, 23:22–00:14 (04.03) |
| Varjyam | 20:18–21:47 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: bad 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 | bad throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:34–08:14, 09:06–15:53, 16:55–18:08 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha until 12:29, Ardra from 12:29; tithi Shukla-navami until 16:55, Shukla-dashami from 16:55; lagna Kumbha 07:15, Mina 07:34, Mesha 08:14, Vrishabha 09:06, Mithuna 10:33, Karka 12:56, Simha 15:53
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha (until 12:29) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Ardra (from 12:29) — sadness; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 07:15–16:55: 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 = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 12:29–07:13 (04.03)+1 Anandadi: Chara 12:29–07:13 (04.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:15–12:29+1 Yoga Priti 07:15–10:430 Auspicious tithi 16:55–07:13 (04.03)0 Holashtak0 Yamaghanta 12:29–07:13 (04.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Krakacha Yoga 16:55–07:13 (04.03)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 12:29–07:13 (04.03)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 07:15–12:29−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Rikta tithi 07:15–16:55
| Summary | Favourable day — Ravi Yoga, Yoga Ayushman; auspicious time — after 10:49 |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Prabhava (No. 1) · Shaka 1789 · Vikram 1924 more |
| Period | Holashtak |
At sunrise 07:13
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 14:28 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 4 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 10:49 more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 07:38 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 14:28 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:38 | yoga Saubhagya |
|---|---|
| from 10:49 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
| from 14:28 | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
| from 14:28 | karana Vanija |
| from 01:06 (05.03) | karana Vishti |
| from 04:15 (05.03) | yoga Shobhana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:36 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:13 |
| Noon | 12:41 |
| Sunset | 18:11 |
| End of twilight | 18:48 |
| Moonrise | 12:37 |
| Moonset | 04:13 |
| Day length | 10 h 58 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 10:49 | from 14:28 |
|---|
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, Punarvasu (10:49–18:11) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Holashtak
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day
Anandadi: Musala 07:13–10:49 Anandadi: Gada 10:49–07:10 (05.03)
- Bhadra in heaven: 01:06–03:20 (05.03)
- Bhadra on earth: 03:20–11:40 (05.03); Bhadra Puchha 05:18–06:22 (05.03); Bhadra Mukha 06:22–08:08 (05.03)
- Gandanta (tithi): 14:06–14:49
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:28–06:20 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:31–15:15 |
| Godhuli | 18:11–18:37 |
| Pradosha | 18:11–20:46 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:06 (05.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:36–08:04 (05.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:42–14:04 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:35–09:57 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:19–12:42 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:20–13:03 |
| Varjyam | 21:49–23:16 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 10:49–15:49
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 10:49–15:49 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | good 10:49–14:28 |
| Cutting toenails | good 10:49–15:49 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:30–08:10, 09:02–15:49 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Ardra until 10:49, Punarvasu from 10:49; tithi Shukla-dashami until 14:28, Shukla-ekadashi from 14:28; lagna Kumbha 07:13, Mina 07:30, Mesha 08:10, Vrishabha 09:02, Mithuna 10:29, Karka 12:52, Simha 15:49
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 10:49) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 10:49) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
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 10:49
+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Yoga Ayushman 07:13–07:38+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:13–14:28+1 Auspicious nakshatra 10:49–07:10 (05.03)0 Holashtak−1 Anandadi: Musala 07:13–10:49−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:13–10:49
| Summary | Best day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Pushya; auspicious time — after 11:40 |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Prabhava (No. 1) · Shaka 1789 · Vikram 1924 more |
| Period | Holashtak |
| Festivals | Amalaki Ekadashi |
At sunrise 07:10
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 11:40 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 4 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 08:48 more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 00:39 (06.03) more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 11:40 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:48 | nakshatra Pushya |
|---|---|
| from 11:40 | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
| from 11:40 | karana Bava |
| from 22:10 | karana Balava |
| from 00:39 (06.03) | yoga Atiganda |
| from 06:32 (06.03) | nakshatra Ashlesha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:33 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:10 |
| Noon | 12:41 |
| Sunset | 18:13 |
| End of twilight | 18:50 |
| Moonrise | 13:46 |
| Moonset | 05:07 |
| Day length | 11 h 02 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 08:48 | from 11:40 |
|---|
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, Punarvasu (07:10–08:48) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (08:48–18:13) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:10–11:40: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Amalaki Ekadashi · Vishnu
The Ekadashi of the bright half of Phalguna, dedicated to the amalaki (amla) tree, in which, according to legend, Vishnu resides. Devotees worship the amla tree and fast.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 14:28 (04.03)–11:40
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 07:07–08:38 (06.03)
- Holashtak
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:10–08:48 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:10–08:48 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:10–06:32 (06.03) Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:48–06:32 (06.03) Guru Pushya Yoga 08:48–06:32 (06.03)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 06:32–07:07 (06.03)
Anandadi: Siddhi 07:10–08:48 Anandadi: Shubha 08:48–06:32 (06.03) Anandadi: Amrita 06:32–07:07 (06.03)
- Bhadra on earth: 03:20–11:40; Bhadra Puchha 05:18–06:22; Bhadra Mukha 06:22–08:08
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:26–06:18 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:19–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:32–15:16 |
| Godhuli | 18:13–18:38 |
| Pradosha | 18:13–20:48 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:06 (06.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:36–08:04, 00:45–02:12 (06.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:04–15:27 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:10–08:33 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:56–11:18 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:51–11:35, 15:16–16:00 |
| Varjyam | 16:03–17:30 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 11:40–15:45
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 11:40–15:45 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 11:40–18:13 |
| Cutting toenails | good 11:40–15:45 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:26–08:06, 08:58–11:40 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Punarvasu until 08:48, Pushya from 08:48; tithi Shukla-ekadashi until 11:40, Shukla-dvadashi from 11:40; lagna Kumbha 07:10, Mina 07:26, Mesha 08:06, Vrishabha 08:58, Mithuna 10:25, Karka 12:48, Simha 15:45
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu (until 08:48) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Pushya (from 08:48) — increase in wealth; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 07:10–11:40: 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 = +9
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 11:40
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:48–06:32 (06.03)+2 Pushya 08:48–06:32 (06.03)+1 Anandadi: Shubha 08:48–06:32 (06.03)+1 Yoga Shobhana 07:10–00:39 (06.03)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:10–11:400 Ravi Yoga 07:10–08:480 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:10–08:480 Holashtak−1 Bhadra on earth 07:10–11:40
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 | Unfavourable day — Anandadi: Mrityu, Kshaya tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Prabhava (No. 1) · Shaka 1789 · Vikram 1924 more |
| Period | Holashtak |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 07:07
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 08:38 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 1 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 04:09 (07.03) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 20:55 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 08:38 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:38 | tithi Shukla-triodashi (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 08:38 | karana Kaulava |
| from 19:04 | karana Taitila |
| from 20:55 | yoga Sukarma |
| from 04:09 (07.03) | nakshatra Magha |
| from 05:29 (07.03) | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
| from 05:29 (07.03) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:31 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:07 |
| Noon | 12:41 |
| Sunset | 18:15 |
| End of twilight | 18:52 |
| Moonrise | 15:04 |
| Moonset | 05:50 |
| Day length | 11 h 07 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 08:38 |
|---|
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, 18:15–20:49
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Holashtak
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:09–07:05 (07.03)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 07:07–08:38 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:07–08:38
Anandadi: Mrityu 07:07–04:09 (07.03) Anandadi: Kana 04:09–07:05 (07.03)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 22:45–09:33 (07.03)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:24–06:16 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:19–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:32–15:17 |
| Godhuli | 18:15–18:40 |
| Pradosha | 18:15–20:49 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:05 (07.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:42–04:09 (07.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:18–12:41 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:28–16:51 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:31–09:54 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:21–10:05, 13:03–13:48 |
| Varjyam | 18:04–19:30 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:22–08:02, 08:38–18:15
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 07:22–08:02, 08:38–18:15 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 07:22–08:02, 08:54–15:41 |
| Cutting toenails | average 07:22–08:02, 08:38–18:15 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:22–08:02, 08:38–18:15 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ashlesha; tithi Shukla-dvadashi until 08:38, Shukla-triodashi from 08:38; lagna Kumbha 07:07, Mina 07:22, Mesha 08:02, Vrishabha 08:54, Mithuna 10:21, Karka 12:44, Simha 15:41
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha — physical affliction (suffering); Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- 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
Unfavourable day · score S = −5
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: Anandadi: Mrityu
Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi
+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:38–05:29 (07.03)0 Holashtak0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 07:07–08:380 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:07–08:38−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:07–04:09 (07.03)−2 Kshaya tithi−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 07:07–04:09 (07.03)
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 | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Prabhava (No. 1) · Shaka 1789 · Vikram 1924 more |
| Period | Holashtak |
At sunrise 07:05
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 02:21 (08.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 1 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 01:46 (08.03) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 17:09 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 15:54 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:54 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 17:09 | yoga Dhriti |
| from 01:46 (08.03) | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
| from 02:21 (08.03) | tithi Purnima |
| from 02:21 (08.03) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:28 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:05 |
| Noon | 12:40 |
| Sunset | 18:17 |
| End of twilight | 18:54 |
| Moonrise | 16:27 |
| Moonset | 06:26 |
| Day length | 11 h 11 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 1, bad — 10
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 (07:05–18:17) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 07:05–18:17: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
- Holashtak
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:05–01:46 (08.03) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:05–02:21 (08.03)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 02:21–07:02 (08.03)
Anandadi: Padma 07:05–01:46 (08.03) Anandadi: Lumbaka 01:46–07:02 (08.03)
- Bhadra on earth: 02:21–12:49 (08.03); Bhadra Puchha 09:10–10:13 (08.03); Bhadra Mukha 10:13–11:59 (08.03)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 22:45 (06.03)–09:33
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:22–06:14 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:18–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:33–15:18 |
| Godhuli | 18:17–18:42 |
| Pradosha | 18:17–20:50 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:05 (08.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 23:36–01:03 (08.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:53–11:17 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:05–15:29 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:05–08:29 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:05–07:50, 07:50–08:34 |
| Varjyam | 14:57–16:24 |
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 Magha; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi; lagna Kumbha 07:05, Mina 07:18, Mesha 07:59, Vrishabha 08:51, Mithuna 10:17, Karka 12:40, Simha 15:38
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha — loss of property; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 07:05–18:17: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
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
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 07:05–01:46 (08.03)+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:05–02:21 (08.03)+1 Anandadi: Padma 07:05–01:46 (08.03)+1 Yoga Sukarma 07:05–17:090 Holashtak−1 Eclipse nearby−1 Gandanta 07:05–09:33−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:05–01:46 (08.03)−2 Rikta tithi 07:05–02:21 (08.03)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Prabhava (No. 1) · Shaka 1789 · Vikram 1924 more |
| Period | Holashtak |
| Festivals | Holika Dahan · Phalguna Purnima · Lunar eclipse, penumbral (fully visible) |
At sunrise 07:02
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 23:22 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 1 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 23:32 more |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 13:27 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 12:49 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:49 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 13:27 | yoga Shula |
| from 23:22 | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 23:22 | karana Balava |
| from 23:32 | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:26 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:02 |
| Noon | 12:40 |
| Sunset | 18:19 |
| End of twilight | 18:56 |
| Moonrise | 17:51 |
| Moonset | 06:56 |
| Day length | 11 h 16 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 23:22 |
|---|---|
| Lunar eclipse, penumbral | greatest eclipse 23:09, magnitude 0.583 |
| Phases | Penumbral eclipse begins 21:30 Penumbral eclipse ends 00:48 (09.03) |
| Visibility | fully visible: 21:30–00:48 (09.03), maximum eclipse here 23:09, magnitude 0.583 |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 6, bad — 6
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 (07:02–18:19) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:02–12:49: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Holika Dahan · Narasimha and Prahlada
On the evening of the full moon of Phalguna the bonfire of Holika is burnt — in memory of Prahlada’s rescue from the fire in which the demoness Holika perished. The bonfire is lit in Pradosha, avoiding Bhadra.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 18:19–20:51
the tithi is free of Bhadra at the decisive time
Phalguna Purnima · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon of Phalguna: Holika Dahan is timed to it (by the rule of Pradosha free of Bhadra — sometimes on the eve); Gaura Purnima (the appearance of Chaitanya), Lakshmi Jayanti.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 02:21–23:22
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Holashtak
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 23:32–07:00 (09.03)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 23:22–07:00 (09.03)
Anandadi: Chhatra 07:02–23:32 Anandadi: Mitra 23:32–07:00 (09.03)
- Bhadra on earth: 02:21–12:49; Bhadra Puchha 09:10–10:13; Bhadra Mukha 10:13–11:59
- Gandanta (tithi): 23:01–23:43
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:20–06:11 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:18–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:33–15:18 |
| Godhuli | 18:19–18:44 |
| Pradosha | 18:19–20:51 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:05 (09.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:44–19:11 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:54–18:19 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:41–14:05 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:30–16:54 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:49–17:34 |
| Varjyam | 09:01–10:28, 06:09–07:37 (09.03) |
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 Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni; tithi Purnima; lagna Kumbha 07:02, Mina 07:14, Mesha 07:55, Vrishabha 08:47, Mithuna 10:13, Karka 12:36, Simha 15:34
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni — ill health; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Purnima 07:02–18:19: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 07:02–12:49: 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).
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: Bhadra on earth
+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 07:02–23:32+1 Yoga Dhriti 07:02–13:270 Holashtak0 Yoga Shula 13:27–15:10−1 Eclipse (not visible here)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:02–23:32−3 Bhadra on earth 07:02–12:49
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 | Favourable day — Anandadi: Shrivatsa, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — until 09:57 |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Prabhava (No. 1) · Shaka 1789 · Vikram 1924 more |
| Festivals | Holi (Dhulandi) · Lunar eclipse, penumbral (fully visible) |
At sunrise 07:00
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 20:41 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 2 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 21:36 more |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 09:57 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 09:59 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:57 | yoga Ganda |
|---|---|
| from 09:59 | karana Kaulava |
| from 20:41 | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 20:41 | karana Taitila |
| from 21:36 | nakshatra Hasta |
| from 06:46 (10.03) | yoga Vriddhi |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:23 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:00 |
| Noon | 12:40 |
| Sunset | 18:21 |
| End of twilight | 18:58 |
| Moonrise | 19:15 |
| Moonset | 07:22 |
| Day length | 11 h 21 min |
Sky
| Lunar eclipse, penumbral | greatest eclipse 23:09 (08.03), magnitude 0.583 |
|---|---|
| Phases | Penumbral eclipse begins 21:30 (08.03) Penumbral eclipse ends 00:48 |
| Visibility | fully visible: 21:30 (08.03)–00:48, maximum eclipse here 23:09 (08.03), magnitude 0.583 |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 3, 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, Uttara-Phalguni (07:00–18:21) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Holi (Dhulandi) · Krishna and Radha
The spring festival of colours: on the day after Holika Dahan people shower each other with coloured powders and drench each other with water; grievances and caste distinctions are forgotten.
Rule: relative to a neighbouring festival
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:41–06:57 (10.03)
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:00–21:36 Anandadi: Vajra 21:36–06:57 (10.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:18–06:09 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:18–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:34–15:19 |
| Godhuli | 18:21–18:46 |
| Pradosha | 18:21–20:52 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:04 (10.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:59–16:27 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:25–09:50 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:15–12:40 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:05–15:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:03–13:48, 15:19–16:05 |
| Varjyam | 06:09–07:37, 05:29–06:59 (10.03) |
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 | good 07:10–07:51, 08:43–15:30 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni; tithi Krishna-pratipat; lagna Kumbha 07:00, Mina 07:10, Mesha 07:51, Vrishabha 08:43, Mithuna 10:09, Karka 12:32, Simha 15:30
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni — destruction of all diseases; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
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.
- 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
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time ends by 09:57
+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:00–21:36+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:00–21:36+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:00–20:410 Yoga Ganda 09:57–12:02−1 Eclipse (not visible here)
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: Anandadi: Saumya, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Eclipse nearby |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Prabhava (No. 1) · Shaka 1789 · Vikram 1924 more |
At sunrise 06:57
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 18:27 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 2 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 20:07 more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 03:59 (11.03) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 07:30 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:30 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 18:27 | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 18:27 | karana Vanija |
| from 20:07 | nakshatra Chitra |
| from 03:59 (11.03) | yoga Dhruva |
| from 05:33 (11.03) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:20 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:57 |
| Noon | 12:40 |
| Sunset | 18:23 |
| End of twilight | 19:00 |
| Moonrise | 20:36 |
| Moonset | 07:46 |
| Day length | 11 h 25 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 9, bad — 0
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, Hasta (06:57–18:23) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:27–06:55 (11.03)
Anandadi: Saumya 06:57–20:07 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 20:07–06:55 (11.03)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 05:33–07:36 (11.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:16–06:07 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:17–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:34–15:20 |
| Godhuli | 18:23–18:48 |
| Pradosha | 18:23–20:53 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:04 (11.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:29–16:00 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:32–16:57 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:49–11:14 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:40–14:06 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:14–10:00, 23:24–00:14 (11.03) |
| Varjyam | 05:29–06:59, 03:49–05:22 (11.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:06–07:47, 08:39–15:26
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 07:06–07:47, 08:39–15:26 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:06–07:47, 08:39–15:26 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Hasta; tithi Krishna-dvitya; lagna Kumbha 06:57, Mina 07:06, Mesha 07:47, Vrishabha 08:39, Mithuna 10:05, Karka 12:28, Simha 15:26
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta — imparting radiance (to the person); 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
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: Saumya 06:57–20:07+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:57–20:07+1 Yoga Vriddhi 06:57–03:59 (11.03)+1 Auspicious tithi 06:57–18:27−1 Eclipse nearby−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vishti (Bhadra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Prabhava (No. 1) · Shaka 1789 · Vikram 1924 more |
| Festivals | Sankashti Chaturthi (Bhalachandra) |
At sunrise 06:55
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 16:48 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 2 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 19:13 more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 01:43 (12.03) more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 16:48 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:48 | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
|---|---|
| from 16:48 | karana Bava |
| from 19:13 | nakshatra Swati |
| from 01:43 (12.03) | yoga Vyaghata |
| from 04:13 (12.03) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:18 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:55 |
| Noon | 12:39 |
| Sunset | 18:25 |
| End of twilight | 19:02 |
| Moonrise | 21:54 |
| Moonset | 08:10 |
| Day length | 11 h 30 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 4, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:48 |
|---|
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, Chitra (06:55–18:25) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:55–16:48: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Sankashti Chaturthi (Bhalachandra) · 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, 21:54
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:55–16:48 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:55–16:48
Anandadi: Kaladanda 06:55–19:13 Anandadi: Dhumra 19:13–06:52 (12.03)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 05:33–16:48; Bhadra Puchha 12:53–14:00; Bhadra Mukha 14:00–15:52
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:14–06:04 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:35–15:21 |
| Godhuli | 18:25–18:50 |
| Pradosha | 18:25–20:54 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:03 (12.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:04–14:36 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:40–14:06 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:21–09:47 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:14–12:40 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:17–13:03 |
| Varjyam | 00:47–02:22 (12.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:02–07:43, 08:35–15:22
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 07:02–07:43, 08:35–15:22 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 06:55–16:48 |
| Cutting toenails | good 07:02–07:43, 08:35–15:22 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:02–07:43, 08:35–15:22 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Chitra; tithi Krishna-tritya until 16:48, Krishna-chaturti from 16:48; lagna Kumbha 06:55, Mina 07:02, Mesha 07:43, Vrishabha 08:35, Mithuna 10:01, Karka 12:24, Simha 15:22, Kanya 18:23
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra — improvement of well-being; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 16:48–18:25: 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
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.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:55–19:13+1 Yoga Dhruva 06:55–01:43 (12.03)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:55–16:480 Surya Dagdha tithi 16:48–06:52 (12.03)0 Rikta tithi 16:48–06:52 (12.03)−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 06:55–19:13−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:55–16:48−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:55–16:48−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:55–16:48
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, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Prabhava (No. 1) · Shaka 1789 · Vikram 1924 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Mina Sankranti |
At sunrise 06:52
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 15:50 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 2 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 19:01 more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 00:01 (13.03) more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 15:50 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:50 | tithi Krishna-panchami |
|---|---|
| from 15:50 | karana Kaulava |
| from 19:01 | nakshatra Vishakha |
| from 00:01 (13.03) | yoga Harshana |
| from 03:38 (13.03) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:15 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:52 |
| Noon | 12:39 |
| Sunset | 18:27 |
| End of twilight | 19:04 |
| Moonrise | 23:09 |
| Moonset | 08:34 |
| Day length | 11 h 35 min |
Sky
| Mina Sankranti | 10:02 — the Sun enters Mina (Pisces) |
|---|
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 | from 15:50 |
|---|
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 (06:52–18:27) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
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, 10:02–16:26
on the day the Sun enters the sign
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:50–06:49 (13.03)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:52–15:50
Anandadi: Sthira 06:52–19:01 Anandadi: Vardhamana 19:01–06:49 (13.03)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-chaturti
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:12–06:02 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:16–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:35–15:22 |
| Godhuli | 18:27–18:52 |
| Pradosha | 18:27–20:56 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:03 (13.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:18–11:53 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:06–15:33 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:52–08:19 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:46–11:13 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:44–11:30, 15:22–16:08 |
| Varjyam | 00:45–02:23 (13.03) |
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 06:52–18:19 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Swati; tithi Krishna-chaturti until 15:50, Krishna-panchami from 15:50; lagna Kumbha 06:52, Mina 06:58, Mesha 07:39, Vrishabha 08:31, Mithuna 09:57, Karka 12:20, Simha 15:18, Kanya 18:19
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati — relief from all suffering; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 06:52–15:50: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Sankranti at 10:02 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (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 = −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: Sankranti day
+1 Anandadi: Sthira 06:52–19:01+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:52–19:01+1 Auspicious weekday0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:50–06:49 (13.03)0 Auspicious tithi 15:50–06:49 (13.03)0 Kharmas−1 Sankranti day−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 06:52–15:50−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:52–15:50−2 Rikta tithi 06:52–15:50
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 — Anandadi: Matanga, Yoga Harshana |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Prabhava (No. 1) · Shaka 1789 · Vikram 1924 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Rang Panchami |
At sunrise 06:49
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 15:38 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 2 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 19:34 more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 22:56 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 15:38 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:38 | tithi Krishna-shashti |
|---|---|
| from 15:38 | karana Gara |
| from 19:34 | nakshatra Anuradha |
| from 22:56 | yoga Vajra |
| from 03:50 (14.03) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:13 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:49 |
| Noon | 12:39 |
| Sunset | 18:29 |
| End of twilight | 19:06 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 09:00 |
| Day length | 11 h 39 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 15:38 |
|---|
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 (06:49–18:29) is good for sowing, for root crops.
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 15:50 (12.03)–15:38
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:38–06:47 (14.03) Ravi Yoga 19:34–06:47 (14.03) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 19:34–06:47 (14.03)
Anandadi: Matanga 06:49–19:34 Anandadi: Rakshasa 19:34–06:47 (14.03)
- Gandanta (tithi): 15:15–16:03
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:10–06:00 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:16–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:36–15:23 |
| Godhuli | 18:29–18:54 |
| Pradosha | 18:29–20:57 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:03 (14.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:34–12:12 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:12–12:39 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:34–17:02 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:17–09:44 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:09–09:56, 13:03–13:49 |
| Varjyam | 23:47–01:28 (14.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:49–15:38
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 06:49–15:38 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:49–15:38 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:49–15:38 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Vishakha; tithi Krishna-panchami until 15:38, Krishna-shashti from 15:38; lagna Kumbha 06:49, Mina 06:54, Mesha 07:35, Vrishabha 08:27, Mithuna 09:53, Karka 12:16, Simha 15:14, Kanya 18:15
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.
+1 Anandadi: Matanga 06:49–19:34+1 Yoga Harshana 06:49–22:56+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:49–15:380 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:38–06:47 (14.03)0 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 | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Amrita; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Prabhava (No. 1) · Shaka 1789 · Vikram 1924 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:47
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 16:14 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 2 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 20:52 more |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 22:28 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 16:14 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:14 | tithi Krishna-saptami |
|---|---|
| from 16:14 | karana Vishti |
| from 20:52 | nakshatra Jyestha |
| from 22:28 | yoga Siddhi |
| from 04:49 (15.03) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:10 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:47 |
| Noon | 12:38 |
| Sunset | 18:31 |
| End of twilight | 19:08 |
| Moonrise | 00:20 |
| Moonset | 09:30 |
| Day length | 11 h 44 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 6, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:14 |
|---|
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, Anuradha (06:47–18:31) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 16:14–18:31: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:47–20:52
Krakacha Yoga 06:47–16:14 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:14–06:44 (15.03)
Anandadi: Amrita 06:47–20:52 Anandadi: Musala 20:52–06:44 (15.03)
- Bhadra in heaven: 16:14–04:49 (15.03); Bhadra Puchha 21:18–22:34; Bhadra Mukha 22:34–00:40 (15.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:08–05:58 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:16–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:36–15:23 |
| Godhuli | 18:31–18:56 |
| Pradosha | 18:31–20:58 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:02 (15.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:54–11:36 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:43–11:11 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:07–15:35 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:47–08:15 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:47–07:34, 07:34–08:21 |
| Varjyam | 02:57–04:41 (15.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 18:11–18:31
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 18:11–18:31 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 18:11–18:31 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:50–07:31, 08:23–15:10, 16:14–18:31 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Anuradha; tithi Krishna-shashti until 16:14, Krishna-saptami from 16:14; lagna Kumbha 06:47, Mina 06:50, Mesha 07:31, Vrishabha 08:23, Mithuna 09:50, Karka 12:13, Simha 15:10, Kanya 18:11
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 = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 06:47–20:52+1 Anandadi: Amrita 06:47–20:52+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:47–20:520 Kharmas0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:14–06:44 (15.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 16:14–04:49 (15.03)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Krakacha Yoga 06:47–16:14
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Samvartaka Yoga, Anandadi: Kana |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Prabhava (No. 1) · Shaka 1789 · Vikram 1924 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Kalashtami |
At sunrise 06:44
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 17:34 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 2 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 22:53 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 22:32 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 17:34 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 17:34 | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
|---|---|
| from 17:34 | karana Balava |
| from 22:32 | yoga Vyatipata |
| from 22:53 | nakshatra Mula |
| from 06:28 (16.03) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:07 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:44 |
| Noon | 12:38 |
| Sunset | 18:33 |
| End of twilight | 19:10 |
| Moonrise | 01:26 |
| Moonset | 10:04 |
| Day length | 11 h 49 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 6, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 17:34 |
|---|
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 (06:44–18:33) 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, 18:33–20:59
the tithi covers the decisive time on both days — the day with greater coverage is chosen
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 18:23–22:53 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 22:53–06:42 (16.03) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 22:53–06:42 (16.03)
Samvartaka Yoga 06:44–17:34
Anandadi: Siddhi 22:53–06:42 (16.03) Anandadi: Kana 06:44–22:53
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 16:19–05:29 (16.03)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:06–05:55 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:15–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:37–15:24 |
| Godhuli | 18:33–18:57 |
| Pradosha | 18:33–20:59 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:02 (16.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:21–15:05 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:05–18:33 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:39–14:07 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:36–17:05 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:59–17:46 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:46–07:27, 08:19–15:06
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 06:46–07:27, 08:19–15:06 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:46–07:27, 08:19–15:06 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:46–07:27, 08:19–15:06 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Jyestha; tithi Krishna-saptami until 17:34, Krishna-ashtami from 17:34; lagna Kumbha 06:44, Mina 06:46, Mesha 07:27, Vrishabha 08:19, Mithuna 09:46, Karka 12:09, Simha 15:06, Kanya 18:07
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 17:34–18:33: 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
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −5
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 Yoga Siddhi 06:44–22:320 Ravi Yoga 18:23–22:530 Kharmas0 Ashtami 17:34–06:42 (16.03)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:44–22:53−3 Anandadi: Kana 06:44–22:53−3 Samvartaka Yoga 06:44–17:34
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 | Avoid starting important matters — Vyatipata, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Prabhava (No. 1) · Shaka 1789 · Vikram 1924 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Sheetala Ashtami (Basoda) |
At sunrise 06:42
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 19:31 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 2 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 01:27 (17.03) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 23:04 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 19:31 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 19:31 | tithi Krishna-navami |
|---|---|
| from 19:31 | karana Taitila |
| from 23:04 | yoga Variyana |
| from 01:27 (17.03) | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:05 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:42 |
| Noon | 12:38 |
| Sunset | 18:35 |
| End of twilight | 19:12 |
| Moonrise | 02:25 |
| Moonset | 10:45 |
| Day length | 11 h 53 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 |
|---|
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 (06:42–18:35) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
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 17:34 (15.03)–19:31
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Anandadi: Lumbaka 06:42–01:27 (17.03) Anandadi: Utpata 01:27–06:39 (17.03)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:04–05:53 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:15–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:37–15:25 |
| Godhuli | 18:35–18:59 |
| Pradosha | 18:35–21:00 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:01 (17.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:22–20:08 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:11–09:40 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:09–12:38 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:08–15:37 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:02–13:50, 15:25–16:13 |
| Varjyam | 23:41–01:27 (17.03) |
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 06:42–07:23, 08:15–15:02, 18:03–18:35 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Mula; tithi Krishna-ashtami; lagna Kumbha 06:42, Mina 06:42, Mesha 07:23, Vrishabha 08:15, Mithuna 09:42, Karka 12:05, Simha 15:02, Kanya 18:03
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula — 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 06:42–18:35: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Vyatipata 06:42–18:35: 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).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −5
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
+1 Auspicious weekday0 Kharmas−1 Ashtami 06:42–19:31−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 06:42–01:27 (17.03)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:42–01:27 (17.03)−3 Vyatipata 06:42–23:04
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 | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Mitra, Yoga Variyana; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Prabhava (No. 1) · Shaka 1789 · Vikram 1924 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:39
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 21:55 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 1 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 04:24 (18.03) more |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 23:54 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 08:40 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:40 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 21:55 | tithi Krishna-dashami |
| from 21:55 | karana Vanija |
| from 23:54 | yoga Parigha |
| from 04:24 (18.03) | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:02 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:39 |
| Noon | 12:38 |
| Sunset | 18:37 |
| End of twilight | 19:14 |
| Moonrise | 03:17 |
| Moonset | 11:31 |
| Day length | 11 h 58 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 2, bad — 10
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-Ashadha (06:39–18:37) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Krakacha Yoga 21:55–06:36 (18.03) Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 04:24–06:36 (18.03)
Anandadi: Mitra 06:39–04:24 (18.03) Anandadi: Manasa 04:24–06:36 (18.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:02–05:51 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:14–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:38–15:26 |
| Godhuli | 18:37–19:01 |
| Pradosha | 18:37–21:01 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:01 (18.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 23:01–00:48 (18.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:38–17:07 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:39–11:08 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:38–14:08 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:03–09:51, 23:25–00:13 (18.03) |
| Varjyam | 12:14–14:02 |
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 06:39–07:19, 08:11–14:58, 17:59–18:37 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha; tithi Krishna-navami; lagna Mina 06:39, Mesha 07:19, Vrishabha 08:11, Mithuna 09:38, Karka 12:01, Simha 14:58, Kanya 17:59
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha — 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 06:39–18:37: 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: Mitra 06:39–04:24 (18.03)+1 Yoga Variyana 06:39–23:540 Kharmas−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:39–04:24 (18.03)−2 Rikta tithi 06:39–21:55
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Auspicious weekday; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Yoga Parigha |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Prabhava (No. 1) · Shaka 1789 · Vikram 1924 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:36
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 00:31 (19.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 1 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 07:30 (19.03) more |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 00:53 (19.03) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 11:12 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:12 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 00:31 (19.03) | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
| from 00:31 (19.03) | karana Bava |
| from 00:53 (19.03) | yoga Shiva |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:00 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:36 |
| Noon | 12:37 |
| Sunset | 18:39 |
| End of twilight | 19:16 |
| Moonrise | 04:01 |
| Moonset | 12:24 |
| Day length | 12 h 02 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 4, bad — 0
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, Uttara-Ashadha (06:36–18:39) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 11:12–18:39: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Anandadi: Vajra 06:36–00:43 (19.03) Anandadi: Mudgara 00:43–06:34 (19.03)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 11:12–00:31 (19.03); Bhadra Puchha 13:13–14:33; Bhadra Mukha 14:33–16:46
- Gandanta (tithi): 00:05–00:58 (19.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:00–05:48 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:38–15:27 |
| Godhuli | 18:39–19:03 |
| Pradosha | 18:39–21:02 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:00 (19.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:16–02:05 (19.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:38–14:08 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:07–09:37 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:07–12:38 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:14–13:02 |
| Varjyam | 13:26–15:14 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:36–07:15, 08:07–14:54, 17:55–18:39
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 06:36–07:15, 08:07–14:54, 17:55–18:39 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 06:36–07:15, 08:07–14:54, 17:55–18:39 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:36–07:15, 08:07–14:54, 17:55–18:39 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha; tithi Krishna-dashami; lagna Mina 06:36, Mesha 07:15, Vrishabha 08:07, Mithuna 09:34, Karka 11:57, Simha 14:54, Kanya 17:55
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha — 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 = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day+1 Auspicious weekday0 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Vajra 06:36–00:43 (19.03)−1 Yoga Parigha 06:36–12:24−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 11:12–00:31 (19.03)
| Summary | Favourable day — Anandadi: Dhwaja, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — after 09:18 |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Prabhava (No. 1) · Shaka 1789 · Vikram 1924 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Papmochani Ekadashi |
At sunrise 06:34
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 03:07 (20.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 4 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 07:30 more |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 01:52 (20.03) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 13:50 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:30 | nakshatra Shravana |
|---|---|
| from 13:50 | karana Balava |
| from 01:52 (20.03) | yoga Siddha |
| from 03:07 (20.03) | tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
| from 03:07 (20.03) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:57 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:34 |
| Noon | 12:37 |
| Sunset | 18:41 |
| End of twilight | 19:18 |
| Moonrise | 04:39 |
| Moonset | 13:23 |
| Day length | 12 h 07 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 07:30 |
|---|
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 (06:34–07:30) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (07:30–18:41) 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 00:31–03:07 (20.03)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 13:50–16:17 (20.03)
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Anandadi: Dhwaja 09:18–06:31 (20.03) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 06:34–09:18
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:58–05:46 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:13–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:39–15:27 |
| Godhuli | 18:41–19:05 |
| Pradosha | 18:41–21:03 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:00 (20.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:49–00:37 (20.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:08–15:39 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:34–08:05 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:36–11:07 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:36–11:25, 15:27–16:16 |
| Varjyam | 12:00–13:48 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:34–07:11, 08:03–14:50, 17:51–18:41
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 06:34–07:11, 08:03–14:50, 17:51–18:41 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 06:34–07:11, 08:03–14:50, 17:51–18:41 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:34–07:11, 08:03–14:50, 17:51–18:41 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 07:30, Shravana from 07:30; tithi Krishna-ekadashi; lagna Mina 06:34, Mesha 07:11, Vrishabha 08:03, Mithuna 09:30, Karka 11:53, Simha 14:50, Kanya 17:51
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 07:30) — improved health; Shravana (from 07:30) — 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
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 09:18
+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 09:18–06:31 (20.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:34–07:30+1 Yoga Shiva 06:34–01:52 (20.03)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 06:34–09:18
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, Yoga Siddha; auspicious time — after 10:32 |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Prabhava (No. 1) · Shaka 1789 · Vikram 1924 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:31
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 05:30 (21.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 4 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 10:32 more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 02:41 (21.03) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 16:21 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:32 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
|---|---|
| from 16:21 | karana Taitila |
| from 02:41 (21.03) | yoga Sadhya |
| from 05:30 (21.03) | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
| from 05:30 (21.03) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:54 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:31 |
| Noon | 12:37 |
| Sunset | 18:43 |
| End of twilight | 19:20 |
| Moonrise | 05:10 |
| Moonset | 14:25 |
| Day length | 12 h 12 min |
Sky
| Vernal equinox | 10:43 |
|---|
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 10:32 |
|---|
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 (06:31–10:32) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:31–10:32
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:31–05:30 (21.03)
Anandadi: Prajapati 10:32–06:29 (21.03) Anandadi: Dhumra 06:31–10:32
- Chora Panchaka: 23:58–19:50 (25.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:56–05:44 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:13–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:39–15:28 |
| Godhuli | 18:43–19:07 |
| Pradosha | 18:43–21:04 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:59 (21.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:42–03:29 (21.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:06–12:37 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:40–17:12 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:03–09:34 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:58–09:46, 13:02–13:50 |
| Varjyam | 14:59–16:47 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:31–07:07, 07:59–14:46, 17:48–18:43
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 06:31–07:07, 07:59–14:46, 17:48–18:43 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 06:31–07:07, 07:59–14:46, 17:48–18:43 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:31–07:07, 07:59–14:46, 17:48–18:43 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Shravana until 10:32, Dhanishtha from 10:32; tithi Krishna-dvadashi; lagna Mina 06:31, Mesha 07:07, Vrishabha 07:59, Mithuna 09:26, Karka 11:49, Simha 14:46, Kanya 17:48
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 10:32) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 10:32) — 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 = +7
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 10:32
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:31–10:32+2 Yoga Siddha 06:31–02:41 (21.03)+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 10:32–06:29 (21.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:31–10:32+1 Auspicious weekday0 Kharmas0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:31–05:30 (21.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 06:31–10:32
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Vardhamana, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Tryahasparsha, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Prabhava (No. 1) · Shaka 1789 · Vikram 1924 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Shani Pradosha |
At sunrise 06:29
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 07:29 (22.03) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 3 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 13:18 more |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 03:13 (22.03) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 18:33 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:18 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
|---|---|
| from 18:33 | karana Vanija |
| from 03:13 (22.03) | yoga Shubha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:52 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:29 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 18:45 |
| End of twilight | 19:22 |
| Moonrise | 05:37 |
| Moonset | 15:31 |
| Day length | 12 h 16 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 13:18 |
|---|
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 (13:18–18:45) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Shani Pradosha · Shiva
Pradosha on a Saturday. According to legend, Shiva drank the Halahala poison on a Saturday Trayodashi, so fasting on this day pacifies Shani (Saturn) and softens his harsh influence.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 18:45–21:05
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Anandadi: Vardhamana 06:29–13:18 Anandadi: Ananda 13:18–06:26 (22.03)
- Chora Panchaka: 23:58 (20.03)–19:50 (25.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:54–05:41 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:12–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:40–15:29 |
| Godhuli | 18:45–19:09 |
| Pradosha | 18:45–21:05 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:59 (22.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:33–11:05 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:09–15:41 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:29–08:01 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:29–07:18, 07:18–08:07 |
| Varjyam | 21:13–22:58 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:29–07:04, 07:55–14:42, 17:44–18:45
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 06:29–07:04, 07:55–14:42, 17:44–18:45 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:29–07:04, 07:55–14:42, 17:44–18:45 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:29–07:04, 07:55–14:42, 17:44–18:45 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 13:18, Shatabhisha from 13:18; tithi Krishna-trayodashi; lagna Mina 06:29, Mesha 07:04, Vrishabha 07:55, Mithuna 09:22, Karka 11:45, Simha 14:42, Kanya 17:44
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 13:18) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 13:18) — gaining strength; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
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: Vardhamana 06:29–13:18+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:29–13:18+1 Yoga Sadhya 06:29–03:13 (22.03)0 Kharmas−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−2 Tryahasparsha
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, Krishna Chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Prabhava (No. 1) · Shaka 1789 · Vikram 1924 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Masik Shivaratri |
At sunrise 06:26
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 07:29 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 3 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 15:41 more |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 03:25 (23.03) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 07:29 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:29 | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| from 07:29 | karana Vishti |
| from 15:41 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
| from 20:18 | karana Shakuni |
| from 03:25 (23.03) | yoga Shukla |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:49 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:26 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 18:47 |
| End of twilight | 19:24 |
| Moonrise | 06:00 |
| Moonset | 16:39 |
| Day length | 12 h 21 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 8, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:29 | from 15:41 |
|---|
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 (06:26–15:41) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (15:41–18:47) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:29–18:47: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 07:29–18:47: 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, 00:12–00:59 (23.03)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Anandadi: Chara 15:41–06:23 (23.03) Anandadi: Rakshasa 06:26–15:41
- Bhadra on earth: 07:29–20:18; Bhadra Mukha 07:29–09:37; Bhadra Puchha 18:58–20:14
- Chora Panchaka: 23:58 (20.03)–19:50 (25.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:52–05:39 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:12–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:40–15:30 |
| Godhuli | 18:47–19:11 |
| Pradosha | 18:47–21:07 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:59 (23.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:46–09:31 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:15–18:47 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:37–14:09 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:42–17:15 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:09–17:58 |
| Varjyam | 22:35–00:19 (23.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:26–07:00
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 06:26–07:00 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:26–07:00 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:26–07:00, 07:52–14:39 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 15:41, Purva-Bhadra from 15:41; tithi Krishna-trayodashi until 07:29, Krishna-chaturdashi from 07:29; lagna Mina 06:26, Mesha 07:00, Vrishabha 07:52, Mithuna 09:18, Karka 11:41, Simha 14:39, Kanya 17:40
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 15:41) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 15:41) — facing death (dangers); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 07:29–18:47: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Bhadra on earth 07:29–18:47: 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 = −5
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
+2 Yoga Shubha 06:26–03:25 (23.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:26–15:410 Anandadi: Chara 15:41–06:23 (23.03)0 Kharmas0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 15:41–06:23 (23.03)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 06:26–15:41−1 Panchaka all day−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 07:29–06:23 (23.03)−3 Bhadra on earth 07:29–20:18
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 — Krishna Chaturdashi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Prabhava (No. 1) · Shaka 1789 · Vikram 1924 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:23
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 09:00 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 3 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 17:34 more |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 03:12 (24.03) more |
| Karana | Shakuni (fixed, inauspicious) · until 09:00 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:00 | tithi Amavasya |
|---|---|
| from 09:00 | karana Chatushpada |
| from 17:34 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
| from 21:33 | karana Naga |
| from 03:12 (24.03) | yoga Brahma |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:46 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:23 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 18:49 |
| End of twilight | 19:27 |
| Moonrise | 06:22 |
| Moonset | 17:49 |
| Day length | 12 h 26 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 4, bad — 9
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:00 | from 17:34 |
|---|
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 (06:23–17:34) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (17:34–18:49) is good for sowing.
- Shakuni 06:23–09:00: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Chatushpada 09:00–18:49: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 06:23–09:00: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Anandadi: Musala 06:23–17:34 Anandadi: Gada 17:34–06:21 (24.03)
- Chora Panchaka: 23:58 (20.03)–19:50 (25.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:50–05:37 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:11–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:41–15:30 |
| Godhuli | 18:49–19:12 |
| Pradosha | 18:49–21:08 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:58 (24.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:56–10:40 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:57–09:30 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:03–12:36 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:10–15:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:01–13:51, 15:30–16:20 |
| Varjyam | 03:43–05:25 (24.03) |
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 06:23–06:56, 07:48–14:35, 17:34–18:49 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra until 17:34, Uttara-Bhadra from 17:34; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi until 09:00, Amavasya from 09:00; lagna Mina 06:23, Mesha 06:56, Vrishabha 07:48, Mithuna 09:14, Karka 11:37, Simha 14:35, Kanya 17:36
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra (until 17:34) — facing death (dangers); Uttara-Bhadra (from 17:34) — a good life; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 06:23–09:00: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Amavasya 09:00–18:49: 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).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
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: Krishna Chaturdashi
+1 Yoga Shukla 06:23–03:12 (24.03)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious nakshatra 17:34–06:21 (24.03)0 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Musala 06:23–17:34−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:23–17:34−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 06:23–09:00
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Prabhava (No. 1) · Shaka 1789 · Vikram 1924 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Phalguna Amavasya · Bhaumvati Amavasya |
At sunrise 06:21
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 09:59 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 3 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 18:57 more |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 02:35 (25.03) more |
| Karana | Naga (fixed, inauspicious) · until 09:59 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:59 | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
|---|---|
| from 09:59 | karana Kimstughna |
| from 18:57 | nakshatra Revati |
| from 22:16 | karana Bava |
| from 02:35 (25.03) | yoga Indra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:44 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:21 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 18:51 |
| End of twilight | 19:29 |
| Moonrise | 06:42 |
| Moonset | 19:00 |
| Day length | 12 h 30 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 09:59 |
|---|
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 09:59 |
|---|
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, Uttara-Bhadra (06:21–18:51) is good for sowing.
- Naga 06:21–09:59: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Kimstughna 09:59–18:51: 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 09:00 (23.03)–09:59
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Bhaumvati Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
A new moon on a Tuesday (Bhauma — Mars): a day of ancestor rites and of propitiating Mars; it is believed to help free one from debts.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 09:00 (23.03)–09:59
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:21–18:57 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 06:21–18:57
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:59–06:18 (25.03)
Anandadi: Siddhi 06:21–18:57 Anandadi: Shubha 18:57–06:18 (25.03)
- Chora Panchaka: 23:58 (20.03)–19:50 (25.03)
- Gandanta (tithi): 09:34–10:23
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:48–05:35 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:11–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:41–15:31 |
| Godhuli | 18:51–19:14 |
| Pradosha | 18:51–21:09 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:58 (25.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:53–15:34 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:44–17:18 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:28–11:02 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:36–14:10 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:51–09:41, 23:26–00:12 (25.03) |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 09:59–14:31, 17:32–18:51
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 | average 09:59–14:31, 17:32–18:51 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 09:59–14:31, 17:32–18:51 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:21–06:52, 07:44–14:31, 17:32–18:51 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra; tithi Amavasya until 09:59, Shukla-pratipat from 09:59; lagna Mina 06:21, Mesha 06:52, Vrishabha 07:44, Mithuna 09:10, Karka 11:33, Simha 14:31, Kanya 17:32
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra — a good life; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Amavasya 06:21–09:59: 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
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:21–18:57+2 Yoga Brahma 06:21–02:35 (25.03)+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 06:21–18:57+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:21–18:57+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 06:21–18:570 Kharmas0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:59–06:18 (25.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−3 Amavasya 06:21–09:59
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 — Swayam Siddha Muhurta, Yoga Indra |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1790 · Vikram 1925 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 1 · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Ugadi, Gudi Padwa — Hindu New Year · Chaitra Navaratri: Ghatasthapana · Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 06:18
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 10:26 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 2 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 19:50 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 01:35 (26.03) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 10:26 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:26 | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
|---|---|
| from 10:26 | karana Balava |
| from 19:50 | nakshatra Ashwini |
| from 22:28 | karana Kaulava |
| from 01:35 (26.03) | yoga Vaidhriti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:41 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:18 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 18:53 |
| End of twilight | 19:31 |
| Moonrise | 07:03 |
| Moonset | 20:13 |
| Day length | 12 h 35 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 6, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:26 |
|---|
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 (06:18–18:53) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Ugadi, Gudi Padwa — Hindu New Year · Brahma
The first day of the bright half of Chaitra — the beginning of the new lunar year (samvatsara) and of the new year of the Shaka era. According to the Brahma Purana, Brahma created the world on this day. In Maharashtra (Gudi Padwa) people raise the gudi — a pole topped with an inverted pot and silk cloth — and eat a paste of neem leaves with jaggery; in Andhra and Karnataka they prepare the bittersweet Ugadi Pachadi with neem flowers.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 09:59 (24.03)–10:26
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Chaitra Navaratri: Ghatasthapana · Durga
The beginning of the spring Navaratri — the nine nights of the Mother Goddess. In the morning, within the first third of the day, the kalasha is installed (Ghatasthapana) and barley is sown; each day one of the nine forms of Durga is worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 09:59 (24.03)–10:26
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Ghatasthapana: 06:18–10:26
Navaratri, day 1: Shailaputri · Durga
Navaratri day. Shailaputri — “daughter of the Mountain”, Parvati as the daughter of Himavat, riding a bull; grants steadfastness.
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, 18:53–20:13
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 18:53–20:13
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 1
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:26–06:15 (26.03)
Samvartaka Yoga 06:18–10:26
Anandadi: Utpata 06:18–19:50 Anandadi: Mrityu 19:50–06:15 (26.03)
- Chora Panchaka: 23:58 (20.03)–19:50
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 13:40–01:59 (26.03)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:46–05:32 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:42–15:32 |
| Godhuli | 18:53–19:16 |
| Pradosha | 18:53–21:10 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:57 (26.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:21–19:00 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:36–14:10 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:52–09:27 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:01–12:36 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:11–13:01 |
| Varjyam | 07:24–09:03 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 10:26–14:27, 17:28–18:53
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 10:26–14:27, 17:28–18:53 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | good 10:26–14:27, 17:28–18:53 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 10:26–14:27, 17:28–18:53 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Revati; tithi Shukla-pratipat until 10:26, Shukla-dvitya from 10:26; lagna Mina 06:18, Mesha 06:48, Vrishabha 07:40, Mithuna 09:06, Karka 11:29, Simha 14:27, Kanya 17:28
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati — increase in property; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = −3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Swayam Siddha Muhurta: the day is auspicious for new undertakings in its own right; panchanga defects are not taken into account
+2 Yoga Indra 06:18–01:35 (26.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:18–19:50+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 10:26–06:15 (26.03)0 Kharmas0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:26–06:15 (26.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Swayam Siddha Muhurta−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 10:26–06:15 (26.03)−1 Panchaka 06:18–19:50−3 Anandadi: Utpata 06:18–19:50−3 Samvartaka Yoga 06:18–10:26
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 — Vaidhriti, Surya Dagdha tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1790 · Vikram 1925 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 2 · Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:15
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 10:23 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 2 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 20:15 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 00:12 (27.03) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 10:23 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:23 | tithi Shukla-tritya |
|---|---|
| from 10:23 | karana Taitila |
| from 20:15 | nakshatra Bharani |
| from 22:11 | karana Gara |
| from 00:12 (27.03) | yoga Vishkambha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:38 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:15 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 18:55 |
| End of twilight | 19:33 |
| Moonrise | 07:24 |
| Moonset | 21:26 |
| Day length | 12 h 40 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 6, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:23 |
|---|
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 2: Brahmacharini · Durga
Navaratri day. Brahmacharini — the goddess of austerity with a rosary and a water pot; grants patience and strength in keeping vows.
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 2
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:15–20:15 Ravi Yoga 20:15–06:13 (27.03)
Anandadi: Manasa 06:15–20:15 Anandadi: Padma 20:15–06:13 (27.03)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-dvitya
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:44–05:30 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:10–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:42–15:33 |
| Godhuli | 18:55–19:18 |
| Pradosha | 18:55–21:11 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:57 (27.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:55–14:33 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:10–15:45 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:15–07:50 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:25–11:00 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:29–11:19, 15:33–16:23 |
| Varjyam | 16:11–17:48, 05:51–07:27 (27.03) |
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 | good 06:15–06:44, 07:36–14:23, 17:24–18:55 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Ashwini; tithi Shukla-dvitya until 10:23, Shukla-tritya from 10:23; lagna Mina 06:15, Mesha 06:44, Vrishabha 07:36, Mithuna 09:02, Karka 11:25, Simha 14:23, Kanya 17:24
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini — joy; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vaidhriti 06:15–18:55: 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
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:15–20:15+1 Anandadi: Manasa 06:15–20:15+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:15–20:15+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:15–10:230 Kharmas−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 06:15–10:23−3 Vaidhriti 06:15–00:12 (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 | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Auspicious weekday; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1790 · Vikram 1925 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 3 · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Gangaur · Vinayaka Chaturthi |
At sunrise 06:13
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 09:53 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 2 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 20:15 more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 22:30 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 09:53 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:53 | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
|---|---|
| from 09:53 | karana Vanija |
| from 20:15 | nakshatra Krittika |
| from 21:29 | karana Vishti |
| from 22:30 | yoga Priti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:36 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:13 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 18:57 |
| End of twilight | 19:35 |
| Moonrise | 07:49 |
| Moonset | 22:41 |
| Day length | 12 h 44 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 10, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:53 |
|---|
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 (06:13–18:57) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 3: Chandraghanta · Durga
Navaratri day. Chandraghanta — with a bell-shaped crescent moon on her forehead; grants courage and protection.
Gangaur · Shiva and Parvati
The festival of Gauri (Parvati) in Rajasthan: from Holi onwards women worship clay figures of Gauri and Shiva, and on the third day of the bright half of Chaitra they carry them in procession to the water.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 10:23 (26.03)–09:53
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
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), 11:19–13:52
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 3
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:13–20:15
Anandadi: Chhatra 20:15–06:10 (28.03) Anandadi: Mudgara 06:13–20:15
- Bhadra in heaven: 21:29–08:59 (28.03); Bhadra Mukha 21:26–23:22; Bhadra Puchha 07:50–08:59 (28.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:42–05:28 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:10–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:43–15:34 |
| Godhuli | 18:57–19:20 |
| Pradosha | 18:57–21:12 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:56 (28.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:27–17:03 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:00–12:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:46–17:22 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:48–09:24 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:46–09:37, 13:01–13:52 |
| Varjyam | 05:51–07:27 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:13–09:53
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 06:13–09:53 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:13–09:53 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:13–14:19, 17:20–18:57 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Bharani; tithi Shukla-tritya until 09:53, Shukla-chaturti from 09:53; lagna Mina 06:13, Mesha 06:40, Vrishabha 07:32, Mithuna 08:58, Karka 11:21, Simha 14:19, Kanya 17:20
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani — facing death (dangers); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 09:53–18:57: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- 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 = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 06:13–20:15+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:13–09:530 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 06:13–20:15−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:13–20:15−1 Rikta tithi 09:53–06:10 (28.03)
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 | Ordinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Dhwaja; cons: Rikta tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1790 · Vikram 1925 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 4 · Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:10
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 08:59 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 2 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 19:52 more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 20:30 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 08:59 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:59 | tithi Shukla-panchami |
|---|---|
| from 08:59 | karana Bava |
| from 19:52 | nakshatra Rohini |
| from 20:25 | karana Balava |
| from 20:30 | yoga Ayushman |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:33 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:10 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 18:59 |
| End of twilight | 19:37 |
| Moonrise | 08:17 |
| Moonset | 23:54 |
| Day length | 12 h 49 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 6, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:59 |
|---|
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, Krittika (06:10–18:59) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:10–08:59: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 4: Kushmanda · Durga
Navaratri day. Kushmanda — she who created the universe with her smile; grants health and strength.
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 4
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:10–08:59 Ravi Yoga 19:52–05:11 (29.03) Amrita Siddhi Yoga 19:52–06:08 (29.03) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 19:52–06:08 (29.03)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–06:08 (29.03)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 06:10–19:52 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 19:52–06:08 (29.03)
- Bhadra in heaven: 02:11–08:59; Bhadra Puchha 07:50–08:59
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:40–05:25 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:09–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:43–15:34 |
| Godhuli | 18:59–19:22 |
| Pradosha | 18:59–21:13 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:56 (29.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:31–19:05 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:22–10:59 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:11–15:47 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:10–07:46 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:10–07:01, 07:01–07:53 |
| Varjyam | 08:03–09:38 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:59–14:15, 17:16–18:59
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 | average 08:59–14:15, 17:16–18:59 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:59–14:15, 17:16–18:59 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:59–14:15, 17:16–18:59 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Krittika; tithi Shukla-chaturti until 08:59, Shukla-panchami from 08:59; lagna Mina 06:10, Mesha 06:36, Vrishabha 07:28, Mithuna 08:54, Karka 11:18, Simha 14:15, Kanya 17:16
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika — consumption (a wasting disease); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 06:10–08:59: 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 Krittika nakshatra 6 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 = −1
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) 06:10–08:59+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 06:10–19:52+1 Yoga Priti 06:10–20:30+1 Auspicious tithi 08:59–06:08 (29.03)0 Kharmas0 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:10–08:59−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–06:08 (29.03)−2 Rikta tithi 06:10–08:59
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), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1790 · Vikram 1925 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 5 · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Skanda Shashti |
At sunrise 06:08
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 07:45 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 2 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 19:11 more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 18:15 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 07:45 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:45 | tithi Shukla-shashti |
|---|---|
| from 07:45 | karana Kaulava |
| from 18:15 | yoga Saubhagya |
| from 19:01 | karana Taitila |
| from 19:11 | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:30 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:08 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 19:01 |
| End of twilight | 19:39 |
| Moonrise | 08:52 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 12 h 53 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 07:45 |
|---|
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 (06:08–19:01) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 5: Skandamata · Durga
Navaratri day. Skandamata — the mother of Skanda, holding her son on her lap; grants motherly grace.
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, 07:45–06:05 (30.03)
the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 5
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 19:11–06:05 (30.03)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 07:45–19:11 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:45–06:05 (30.03)
Anandadi: Prajapati 06:08–19:11 Anandadi: Saumya 19:11–06:05 (30.03)
- Gandanta (tithi): 07:22–08:07
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:38–05:23 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:09–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:43–15:35 |
| Godhuli | 19:01–19:24 |
| Pradosha | 19:01–21:14 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:55 (30.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:05–17:38 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:25–19:01 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:35–14:11 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:48–17:25 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:18–18:10 |
| Varjyam | 11:25–12:58, 00:34–02:06 (30.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:08–14:11, 17:12–19:01
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 06:08–14:11, 17:12–19:01 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:08–14:11, 17:12–19:01 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:08–14:11, 17:12–19:01 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Rohini; tithi Shukla-panchami until 07:45, Shukla-shashti from 07:45; lagna Mina 06:08, Mesha 06:32, Vrishabha 07:24, Mithuna 08:51, Karka 11:14, Simha 14:11, Kanya 17:12
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini — destruction of all misfortunes; Sunday — physical well-being.
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 = 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: Prajapati 06:08–19:11+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:08–19:11+1 Yoga Ayushman 06:08–18:15+1 Auspicious tithi 06:08–07:450 Kharmas−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 07:45–19:11−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:45–06:05 (30.03)
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 — Kshaya tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1790 · Vikram 1925 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 6 · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Yamuna Chhath (Yamuna Jayanti) |
At sunrise 06:05
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 06:12 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 2 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 18:13 more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 15:46 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 06:12 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:12 | tithi Shukla-saptami (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 06:12 | karana Gara |
| from 15:46 | yoga Shobhana |
| from 17:20 | karana Vanija |
| from 18:13 | nakshatra Ardra |
| from 04:24 (31.03) | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
| from 04:24 (31.03) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:27 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:05 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 19:03 |
| End of twilight | 19:41 |
| Moonrise | 09:35 |
| Moonset | 01:04 |
| Day length | 12 h 58 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 0, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 06:12 | from 18:13 |
|---|
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, Mrigashirsha (06:05–18:13) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 6: Katyayani, Kalaratri · Durga
Navaratri day. Katyayani — the warrior goddess who slew Mahishasura; young women pray to her for a good husband. Kalaratri — the most fearsome form of Durga, destroyer of darkness and fear.
Yamuna Chhath (Yamuna Jayanti) · Yamuna
The appearance day of the river goddess Yamuna; it is celebrated especially in Mathura and Vrindavan with a holy bath and aarti on the riverbank.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 07:45 (29.03)–06:12
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 6
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:05–18:13 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:05–18:13 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 06:12–18:13
Amrita Siddhi turned to poison 06:05–06:12 Hutashana Yoga 06:05–06:12 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:05–06:12 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:12–04:24 (31.03)
Anandadi: Ananda 06:05–18:13 Anandadi: Kaladanda 18:13–06:02 (31.03)
- Bhadra in heaven: 04:24–15:25 (31.03); Bhadra Puchha 06:03–07:09 (31.03); Bhadra Mukha 07:09–08:59 (31.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:36–05:21 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 09:46–11:19 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:42–09:20 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:57–12:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:12–15:49 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:00–13:52, 15:36–16:28 |
| Varjyam | 02:12–03:43 (31.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:12–06:28, 07:20–14:07, 17:08–18:13
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 06:12–06:28, 07:20–14:07, 17:08–18:13 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 06:12–06:28, 07:20–14:07, 17:08–18:13 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:05–06:28, 07:20–14:07, 17:08–19:03 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha until 18:13, Ardra from 18:13; tithi Shukla-shashti until 06:12, Shukla-saptami from 06:12; lagna Mina 06:05, Mesha 06:28, Vrishabha 07:20, Mithuna 08:47, Karka 11:10, Simha 14:07, Kanya 17:08
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha (until 18:13) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Ardra (from 18:13) — sadness; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = +9
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 06:12–18:13+2 Ravi Yoga 06:05–18:13+1 Anandadi: Ananda 06:05–18:13+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:05–18:13+1 Yoga Saubhagya 06:05–15:46+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:12–04:24 (31.03)0 Hutashana Yoga 06:05–06:12 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Kharmas0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:12–04:24 (31.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:05–18:13 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:05–06:12 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Amrita Siddhi turned to poison 06:05–06:120 Anandadi: Kaladanda 18:13–06:02 (31.03)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 18:13–06:02 (31.03)−2 Kshaya tithi
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 | Unfavourable day — Yamaghanta, Vishti (Bhadra) |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1790 · Vikram 1925 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 7 · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Durga Ashtami of Chaitra Navaratri |
At sunrise 06:02
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 02:23 (01.04) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 3 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 17:01 more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 13:06 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 15:25 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:06 | yoga Atiganda |
|---|---|
| from 15:25 | karana Bava |
| from 17:01 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
| from 02:23 (01.04) | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 02:23 (01.04) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:25 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:02 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 19:05 |
| End of twilight | 19:43 |
| Moonrise | 10:28 |
| Moonset | 02:08 |
| Day length | 13 h 03 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 2, bad — 9
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 17:01 |
|---|
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 (17:01–19:05) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:02–15:25: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Durga Ashtami of Chaitra Navaratri · Durga
The eighth day of Chaitra Navaratri: Durga Puja and Kanya Puja (feeding young girls as embodiments of the Goddess); on this day Annapurna, the goddess of food, is also worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 04:24–02:23 (01.04)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Navaratri, day 7: Mahagauri · Durga
Navaratri day. Mahagauri — radiant white, she grants purification and peace.
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 7
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:02–02:23 (01.04)
Yamaghanta 06:02–17:01
Anandadi: Chara 06:02–17:01 Anandadi: Sthira 17:01–06:00 (01.04)
- Bhadra in heaven: 04:24–15:25; Bhadra Puchha 06:03–07:09; Bhadra Mukha 07:09–08:59
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:34–05:18 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:08–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:44–15:37 |
| Godhuli | 19:05–19:27 |
| Pradosha | 19:05–21:16 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:54 (01.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:31–09:02 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:50–17:28 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:18–10:56 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:34–14:12 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:39–09:31, 23:27–00:11 (01.04) |
| Varjyam | 04:19–05:49 (01.04) |
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 06:02–06:24, 07:16–14:03, 17:04–19:05 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Ardra until 17:01, Punarvasu from 17:01; tithi Shukla-ashtami; lagna Mina 06:02, Mesha 06:24, Vrishabha 07:16, Mithuna 08:43, Karka 11:06, Simha 14:03, Kanya 17:04
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 17:01) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 17:01) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 06:02–19:05: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −6
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: Yamaghanta
+1 Anandadi: Chara 06:02–17:01+1 Yoga Shobhana 06:02–13:060 Auspicious nakshatra 17:01–06:00 (01.04)0 Kharmas0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:02–02:23 (01.04) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Atiganda 13:06–15:13−1 Ashtami 06:02–02:23 (01.04)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:02–17:01−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:02–15:25−3 Yamaghanta 06:02–17:01
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
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: Pramathi (No. 13)
Shaka Samvat 1789 · Vikram Samvat 1924 · Kali Yuga 4968
Next year — Vibhava, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 24.03.1868
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: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh lunar day 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: 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
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.
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: 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.
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): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Eight days before Holika Dahan (bright half of Phalguna): in North India weddings and samskaras are not held.
A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
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.
The yoga of the “destruction of the world”: Sunday with the 7th tithi or Wednesday with the 1st. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
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).
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 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.
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 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable 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.
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.
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
The eight days before Holika Dahan (from the 8th tithi of the bright half of Phalguna to the full moon): weddings and other samskaras are not performed (North India).
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: 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: 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)
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.
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: 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 Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
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.
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 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.
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.
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 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
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.
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.
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
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: 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)
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: 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 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-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
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.
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.
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.
“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.
“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.
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
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
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: 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: 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.
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 Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
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).
pruning and weeding
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.
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.
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
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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: 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.
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.
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 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-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
neutral
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.
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 Thursday when the Moon is in Pushya. One of the best times for buying gold and valuables, beginning studies, mantra initiation and spiritual undertakings; not used for weddings.
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 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.
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
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
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.
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: 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 Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling
“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.
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 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 — favourable for a haircut
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
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
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.
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 Magha
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.
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.
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 — unfavourable for a haircut
An eclipse on a neighbouring Vedic day (the day before, including the night before this day’s sunrise, or the day after): its influence is weaker, but important undertakings are better postponed.
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
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
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.
The Moon enters the Earth’s shadow (occurs only at full moon). Sutak begins 9 hours (3 praharas) before the eclipse; during it — japa and meditation, afterwards — a holy bath and dana.
The Moon passes only through the Earth’s penumbra: the dimming is faint, often barely noticeable. Many panchangas do not count it as an eclipse, and Sutak is not observed in this case.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Purnima
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.
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
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.
There is an eclipse on this date, but it is not visible at this location (or it is only penumbral): Sutak and eclipse rites are not observed, the influence is weak; important undertakings are still better postponed.
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: 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
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 Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
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
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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.
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
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.
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): 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 Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-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.
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: 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.
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)
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.
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 Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-tritya
any undertakings
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
“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.
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
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
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.
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.
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
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.
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-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
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 — favourable for a haircut
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: 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: 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)
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.
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-panchami
any undertakings
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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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: 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)
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: 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 Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
“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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable 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: 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)
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.
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): 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-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
tillage and sowing are forbidden
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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: 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.
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 Mula
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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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: 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: 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.
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 Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-navami
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.
“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 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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: 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): 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 Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-dashami
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
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.
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.
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
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
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)
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.
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
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).
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
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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
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.
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
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).
+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.
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
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
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.
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).
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth day of the waning moon and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
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
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.
Deity: Kali (personification of the Kali Yuga)
Inauspicious for new undertakings. Good for preparing and taking medicines, mantras, protective and pacifying rites.
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.
Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
Planting and sowing are allowed.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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: Later blessed (foot, leg)
Symbol: Part of the red bed for legs (foot), twins
Deity: Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give rain (nourishment and stability)
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.
Deity: nagas (serpents)
Inauspicious. Suitable only for harsh and forceful deeds, work with things that must stay fixed, and rites connected with serpents.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
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 Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
digging, plowing, planting trees
−1 — unfavourable 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.
Northern samvatsara: Pramathi (No. 13)
Shaka Samvat 1790 · Vikram Samvat 1925 · Kali Yuga 4969
Next year — Shukla, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 13.03.1869
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: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
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)
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 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-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
One of the “three and a half” inherently auspicious days of the year (Ugadi, Akshaya Tritiya, Vijayadashami and, as the half, Bali Pratipada): no muhurta needs to be chosen for new undertakings, and the day’s panchanga flaws are disregarded (except a visible eclipse).
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: 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
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 Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
any undertakings
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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: 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
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 Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
−1 — unfavourable 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.
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 Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
do not fell trees, any undertakings
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
plowing the ground
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
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 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-shashti
plowing the ground
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
If an Amrita Siddhi day falls on a tithi “forbidden” for it (Sun — 5, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 8, Thu — 9, Fri — 10, Sat — 11), the nectar turns into poison (visha): the day is unfavourable for any new undertaking.
“Fiery” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 8, Thu — 9, Fri — 10, Sat — 11. Portends losses, quarrels and harm; new undertakings are avoided.
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 Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.