April 1854 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Chaitra (until 27.04), Vaishakha (from 28.04). Periods: until 11.04 — Kharmas; until 6.04 — Chaitra Navaratri (spring). Major festivals: 6.04 Rama Navami; 12.04 Mesha Sankranti (Vaisakhi, Vishu); 13.04 Hanuman Jayanti; 30.04 Akshaya Tritiya.
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
- 11.04 Tue — Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Prajapati until 11:46
Uttara-Phalguni (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects. - 13.04 Thu — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Chara, Auspicious nakshatra until 08:56
Chitra (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals. - 19.04 Wed — Yoga Siddha, Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) after 08:24
Uttara-Ashadha (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects. - 29.04 Sat — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Dhwaja, Yoga Shobhana after 10:09
Rohini (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Festivals
- 1.04 Sat Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 3.04 Mon Skanda Shashti
- 3.04 Mon Yamuna Chhath (Yamuna Jayanti)
- 5.04 Wed Durga Ashtami of Chaitra Navaratri
- 6.04 Thu Rama Navami
- 7.04 Fri Rama Navami (Vaishnavas, ISKCON)
- 9.04 Sun Kamada Ekadashi
- 10.04 Mon Soma Pradosha
- 11.04 Tue Mahavir Jayanti
- 12.04 Wed Mesha Sankranti (Vaisakhi, Vishu)
- 12.04 Wed Purnima Vrat
- 13.04 Thu Hanuman Jayanti
- 13.04 Thu Chaitra Purnima (Chitra Pournami)
- 16.04 Sun Sankashti Chaturthi (Vikata)
- 19.04 Wed Kalashtami
- 23.04 Sun Varuthini Ekadashi
- 24.04 Mon Soma Pradosha
- 25.04 Tue Masik Shivaratri
- 27.04 Thu Chaitra Amavasya
- 28.04 Fri Chandra Darshan
- 29.04 Sat Parashurama Jayanti
- 30.04 Sun Akshaya Tritiya
Special muhurta yogas
- 1.04 Sat Amrita Siddhi Yoga 02:10–05:59 (02.04)
- 1.04 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 02:10–05:59 (02.04)
- 3.04 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 3.04 Mon Amrita Siddhi Yoga 02:32–05:54 (04.04)
- 4.04 Tue Dwipushkar Yoga 05:54–07:48
- 6.04 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 6.04 Thu Guru Pushya Yoga 13:47–05:46 (07.04)
- 12.04 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:33–19:27
- 21.04 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:11–05:55
- 23.04 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 09:47–04:22 (24.04)
- 23.04 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:22–05:03 (24.04)
- 27.04 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:56–06:23
- 29.04 Sat Tripushkar Yoga 04:52–10:09
- 29.04 Sat Amrita Siddhi Yoga 10:09–04:49 (30.04)
- 29.04 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 10:09–04:49 (30.04)
Dwipushkar Yoga: The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
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
- 3.04 Mon — Amrita Siddhi turned to poison (unfavourable day)
- 4.04 Tue — Yamaghanta, Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Hutashana Yoga (unfavourable day)
- 5.04 Wed — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Vishti (Bhadra), Tryahasparsha (unfavourable day)
- 9.04 Sun — Yamaghanta, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krakacha Yoga (unfavourable day)
- 12.04 Wed — Sankranti day, Vishti (Bhadra), Rikta tithi
- 14.04 Fri — Kshaya tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Gada
- 15.04 Sat — Vyatipata, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Vishti (Bhadra)
- 16.04 Sun — Anandadi: Mrityu, Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Rikta tithi (unfavourable day)
- 20.04 Thu — Krakacha Yoga, Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Dhwanksha
- 22.04 Sat — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Hutashana Yoga, Bhadra on earth
- 23.04 Sun — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krakacha Yoga, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) (unfavourable day)
- 24.04 Mon — Vaidhriti, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Panchaka
- 25.04 Tue — Bhadra on earth, Krishna Chaturdashi, Panchaka
- 26.04 Wed — Anandadi: Mrityu, Krishna Chaturdashi, Gandanta (unfavourable day)
- 27.04 Thu — Amavasya, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
Sky this month
- 12.04 Mesha Sankranti 04:30 — the Sun enters Mesha (Aries)
- 13.04 Full moon (Purnima) 08:56
- 27.04 New moon (Amavasya) 09:14
- There are no eclipses this month.
Periods
- until 11.04 Kharmas
- until 6.04 Chaitra Navaratri (spring)
- 21.04 17:28 – 26.04 05:15 Chora Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Ananda (No. 48, “bliss”) — A year of bliss: joy, peace and contentment among people. more
Northern samvatsara: Krodhana. Shaka Samvat 1776, Vikram Samvat 1911, Kali Yuga 4955.
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
Vaishakha (Madhava) — The best month for early-morning holy baths, dana and the worship of Vishnu: Akshaya Tritiya, Narasimha Jayanti, Buddha Purnima. 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 | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 4 · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Vinayaka Chaturthi |
At sunrise 06:01
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 22:03 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 1 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 02:10 (02.04) more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 19:55 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 09:13 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:13 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 19:55 | yoga Ayushman |
| from 22:03 | tithi Shukla-panchami |
| from 22:03 | karana Bava |
| from 02:10 (02.04) | nakshatra Rohini |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:24 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:01 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 19:06 |
| End of twilight | 19:44 |
| Moonrise | 07:23 |
| Moonset | 23:53 |
| Day length | 13 h 04 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 |
|---|
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 (06:01–19:06) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 09:13–19:06: 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.
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), 11:15–13:52
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 4
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:01–22:03 Ravi Yoga 06:01–02:10 (02.04) Amrita Siddhi Yoga 02:10–05:59 (02.04) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 02:10–05:59 (02.04)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 22:03–05:59 (02.04)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 06:01–02:10 (02.04) Anandadi: Shrivatsa 02:10–05:59 (02.04)
- Bhadra in heaven: 09:13–22:03; Bhadra Mukha 09:17–11:25; Bhadra Puchha 20:46–22:03
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:34–05:18 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:08–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:45–15:37 |
| Godhuli | 19:06–19:28 |
| Pradosha | 19:06–21:17 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:54 (02.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 23:33–01:18 (02.04) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:18–10:56 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:12–15:50 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:01–07:39 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:01–06:54, 06:54–07:46 |
| Varjyam | 13:06–14:50 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Krittika; tithi Shukla-chaturti; lagna Mina 06:01, Mesha 06:22, Vrishabha 07:14, Mithuna 08:40, Karka 11:03, Simha 14:00, Kanya 17:02
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 06:01–19:06: 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 Ravi Yoga 06:01–02:10 (02.04)+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:01–22:03+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 06:01–02:10 (02.04)+1 Yoga Priti 06:01–19:550 Kharmas−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Rikta tithi 06:01–22:03−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 09:13–22:03
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Anandadi: Prajapati, Auspicious nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 5 · Kharmas |
At sunrise 05:59
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 00:06 (03.04) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 1 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 04:49 (03.04) more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 20:27 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 11:01 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:01 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 20:27 | yoga Saubhagya |
| from 00:06 (03.04) | tithi Shukla-shashti |
| from 00:06 (03.04) | karana Kaulava |
| from 04:49 (03.04) | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:21 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:59 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 19:08 |
| End of twilight | 19:46 |
| Moonrise | 07:40 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 13 h 09 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 |
|---|
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 (05:59–19:08) 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.
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 5
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:49–05:56 (03.04)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 00:06–04:49 (03.04) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 00:06–05:56 (03.04)
Anandadi: Prajapati 05:59–04:49 (03.04) Anandadi: Saumya 04:49–05:56 (03.04)
- Gandanta (tithi): 23:40–00:32 (03.04)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:32–05:15 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:07–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:45–15:38 |
| Godhuli | 19:08–19:30 |
| Pradosha | 19:08–21:18 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:54 (03.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:16–03:03 (03.04) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:30–19:08 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:33–14:12 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:51–17:30 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:23–18:16 |
| Varjyam | 19:56–21:43 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Rohini; tithi Shukla-panchami; lagna Mina 05:59, Mesha 06:18, Vrishabha 07:10, Mithuna 08:36, Karka 10:59, Simha 13:56, Kanya 16:58
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
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 05:59–04:49 (03.04)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:59–04:49 (03.04)+1 Yoga Ayushman 05:59–20:27+1 Auspicious tithi 05:59–00:06 (03.04)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 | Unfavourable day — Amrita Siddhi turned to poison |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 6 · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Skanda Shashti · Yamuna Chhath (Yamuna Jayanti) |
At sunrise 05:56
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 02:32 (04.04) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 1 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 07:48 (04.04) more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 21:17 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 13:17 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:17 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 21:17 | yoga Shobhana |
| from 02:32 (04.04) | tithi Shukla-saptami |
| from 02:32 (04.04) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:18 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:56 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 19:10 |
| End of twilight | 19:48 |
| Moonrise | 08:03 |
| Moonset | 01:09 |
| Day length | 13 h 14 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 |
|---|
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 (05:56–19:10) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 6: Katyayani · Durga
Navaratri day. Katyayani — the warrior goddess who slew Mahishasura; young women pray to her for a good husband.
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: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 00:06–02:32 (04.04)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
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 00:06–02:32 (04.04)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 6
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 02:32–05:54 (04.04)
Amrita Siddhi turned to poison 05:56–02:32 (04.04) Hutashana Yoga 05:56–02:32 (04.04) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:56–02:32 (04.04) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 02:32–05:54 (04.04)
Anandadi: Ananda all day
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:30–05:13 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:07–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:46–15:39 |
| Godhuli | 19:10–19:32 |
| Pradosha | 19:10–21:19 |
| Nishitha | 00:10–00:53 (04.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:55–23:43 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:35–09:15 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:54–12:33 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:12–15:52 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:00–13:53, 15:39–16:31 |
| Varjyam | 11:07–12:55 |
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 05:56–06:15, 07:06–13:53, 16:54–19:10 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha; tithi Shukla-shashti; lagna Mina 05:56, Mesha 06:15, Vrishabha 07:06, Mithuna 08:33, Karka 10:55, Simha 13:53, Kanya 16:54
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = +3
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: Amrita Siddhi turned to poison
+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Ananda all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day+1 Yoga Saubhagya 05:56–21:17+1 Auspicious weekday0 Hutashana Yoga 05:56–02:32 (04.04) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Kharmas0 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:56–02:32 (04.04) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−3 Amrita Siddhi turned to poison 05:56–02:32 (04.04)
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 | Unfavourable day — Yamaghanta, Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 7 · Kharmas |
At sunrise 05:54
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 05:06 (05.04) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 4 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 07:48 more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 22:16 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 15:49 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:48 | nakshatra Ardra |
|---|---|
| from 15:49 | karana Vanija |
| from 22:16 | yoga Atiganda |
| from 05:06 (05.04) | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
| from 05:06 (05.04) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:16 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:54 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 19:12 |
| End of twilight | 19:50 |
| Moonrise | 08:36 |
| Moonset | 02:19 |
| Day length | 13 h 18 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 12, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:48 |
|---|
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, Mrigashirsha (05:54–07:48) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 7: Kalaratri · Durga
Navaratri day. Kalaratri — the most fearsome form of Durga, destroyer of darkness and fear.
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 7
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Dwipushkar Yoga 05:54–07:48 Ravi Yoga 05:54–07:48 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:06–05:51 (05.04)
Hutashana Yoga 05:54–05:06 (05.04) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:54–05:06 (05.04) Yamaghanta 07:48–05:51 (05.04)
Anandadi: Chara 07:48–05:51 (05.04) Anandadi: Rakshasa 05:54–07:48
- Bhadra in heaven: 05:06–18:22 (05.04); Bhadra Puchha 07:05–08:25 (05.04); Bhadra Mukha 08:25–10:37 (05.04)
Dwipushkar Yoga: The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:28–05:11 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:06–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:46–15:39 |
| Godhuli | 19:12–19:34 |
| Pradosha | 19:12–21:20 |
| Nishitha | 00:10–00:53 (05.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 23:36–01:24 (05.04) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:53–17:32 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:13–10:53 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:33–14:13 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:33–09:27, 23:28–00:10 (05.04) |
| Varjyam | 17:17–19:05 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:54–13:49, 16:50–19:12
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 05:54–13:49, 16:50–19:12 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 05:54–13:49, 16:50–19:12 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha until 07:48, Ardra from 07:48; tithi Shukla-saptami; lagna Mina 05:54, Mesha 06:11, Vrishabha 07:02, Mithuna 08:29, Karka 10:51, Simha 13:49, Kanya 16:50
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha (until 07:48) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Ardra (from 07:48) — sadness; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −4
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 07:48–05:51 (05.04)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:54–07:48+1 Yoga Shobhana 05:54–22:16+1 Auspicious tithi 05:54–05:06 (05.04)0 Ravi Yoga 05:54–07:480 Dwipushkar Yoga 05:54–07:480 Kharmas0 Anandadi: Rakshasa 05:54–07:48−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:48–05:51 (05.04)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Hutashana Yoga 05:54–05:06 (05.04)−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:54–05:06 (05.04)−3 Yamaghanta 07:48–05:51 (05.04)
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 | Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Vishti (Bhadra) |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 8 · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Durga Ashtami of Chaitra Navaratri |
At sunrise 05:51
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 07:34 (06.04) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 4 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 10:52 more |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 23:13 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 18:22 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:52 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
|---|---|
| from 18:22 | karana Bava |
| from 23:13 | yoga Sukarma |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:13 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:51 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 19:14 |
| End of twilight | 19:53 |
| Moonrise | 09:21 |
| Moonset | 03:18 |
| Day length | 13 h 23 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 10, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:52 |
|---|
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 (10:52–19:14) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 05:51–18:22: 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 05:06–07:34 (06.04)
the tithi spans two sunrises — the first day is chosen by rule
Navaratri, day 8: Mahagauri · Durga
Navaratri day. Mahagauri — radiant white, she grants purification and peace.
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 8
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Hutashana Yoga all day Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day
Anandadi: Musala 05:51–10:52 Anandadi: Gada 10:52–05:48 (06.04)
- Bhadra in heaven: 05:06–18:22; Bhadra Puchha 07:05–08:25; Bhadra Mukha 08:25–10:37
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:26–05:08 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:47–15:40 |
| Godhuli | 19:14–19:35 |
| Pradosha | 19:14–21:21 |
| Nishitha | 00:10–00:52 (06.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:33–14:13 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:31–09:12 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:52–12:33 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:06–12:59 |
| Varjyam | 00:20–02:08 (06.04) |
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 | good 05:51–06:07, 06:58–10:52 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Ardra until 10:52, Punarvasu from 10:52; tithi Shukla-ashtami; lagna Mina 05:51, Mesha 06:07, Vrishabha 06:58, Mithuna 08:25, Karka 10:47, Simha 13:45, Kanya 16:46
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 10:52) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 10:52) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 05:51–19:14: 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 = −9
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 10:52–05:48 (06.04)0 Kharmas−1 Ashtami all day−1 Anandadi: Musala 05:51–10:52−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:51–10:52−2 Hutashana Yoga all day−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day−2 Tryahasparsha−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 05:51–18:22
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: Siddhi, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Amrita Siddhi turned to poison |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 9 · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Rama Navami |
At sunrise 05:48
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 07:34 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 3 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 13:47 more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 23:58 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 07:34 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:34 | tithi Shukla-navami |
|---|---|
| from 07:34 | karana Balava |
| from 13:47 | nakshatra Pushya |
| from 20:41 | karana Kaulava |
| from 23:58 | yoga Dhriti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:10 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:48 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 19:16 |
| End of twilight | 19:55 |
| Moonrise | 10:21 |
| Moonset | 04:03 |
| Day length | 13 h 27 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 4, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:34 | from 13:47 |
|---|
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 (05:48–13:47) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (13:47–19:16) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Rama Navami · Rama
The appearance day of Rama, the seventh avatar of Vishnu. Rama was born at noon, so puja is performed at Madhyahna; devotees fast and read the Ramayana. This day concludes the spring Navaratri.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:12–13:53
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Vaishnava date: 7.04
Navaratri, day 9: Mahagauri · Durga
Navaratri day. Mahagauri — radiant white, she grants purification and peace.
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 9
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:48–13:47 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Guru Pushya Yoga 13:47–05:46 (07.04) Ravi Yoga 13:47–05:46 (07.04)
Krakacha Yoga 05:48–07:34 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:48–07:34 Hutashana Yoga 07:34–05:46 (07.04) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:34–05:46 (07.04) Amrita Siddhi turned to poison 13:47–05:46 (07.04)
Anandadi: Siddhi 05:48–13:47 Anandadi: Shubha 13:47–05:46 (07.04)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:24–05:06 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:05–12:59 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:47–15:41 |
| Godhuli | 19:16–19:37 |
| Pradosha | 19:16–21:22 |
| Nishitha | 00:10–00:52 (07.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:06–12:53 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:13–15:54 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:48–07:29 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:10–10:51 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:18–11:12, 15:41–16:35 |
| Varjyam | 22:38–00:24 (07.04) |
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 05:48–13:41, 16:42–19:16 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Punarvasu until 13:47, Pushya from 13:47; tithi Shukla-ashtami until 07:34, Shukla-navami from 07:34; lagna Mina 05:48, Mesha 06:03, Vrishabha 06:55, Mithuna 08:21, Karka 10:43, Simha 13:41, Kanya 16:42
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu (until 13:47) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Pushya (from 13:47) — increase in wealth; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 05:48–07:34: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Shukla-navami 07:34–19:16: 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 = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 05:48–13:47+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:48–13:47+1 Yoga Sukarma 05:48–23:58+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:48–13:47+1 Ravi Yoga 13:47–05:46 (07.04)0 Guru Pushya Yoga 13:47–05:46 (07.04) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Hutashana Yoga 07:34–05:46 (07.04) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Kharmas0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:34–05:46 (07.04) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:48–07:34 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Krakacha Yoga 05:48–07:34−1 Amrita Siddhi turned to poison 13:47–05:46 (07.04)−2 Rikta tithi 07:34–05:46 (07.04)
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 | Favourable day — Pushya, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 09:41; auspicious time — until 16:19 |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Rama Navami (Vaishnavas, ISKCON) |
At sunrise 05:46
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 09:41 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 3 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 16:19 more |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 00:21 (08.04) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 09:41 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:41 | tithi Shukla-dashami |
|---|---|
| from 09:41 | karana Taitila |
| from 16:19 | nakshatra Ashlesha |
| from 22:33 | karana Gara |
| from 00:21 (08.04) | yoga Shula |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:07 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:46 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 19:18 |
| End of twilight | 19:57 |
| Moonrise | 11:31 |
| Moonset | 04:35 |
| Day length | 13 h 32 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 10, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:41 | from 16:19 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (05:46–16:19) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Rama Navami (Vaishnavas, ISKCON) · Rama
The Vaishnava date of Rama Navami: Vaishnavas (ISKCON) celebrate on the day when Navami prevails at sunrise and is not “touched” by Ashtami; Smartas on the day when Navami covers midday (Madhyahna), the hour of Rama’s birth.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 07:34 (06.04)–09:41
Smarta date: 6.04
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:46–09:41 Hutashana Yoga 09:41–05:43 (08.04) Jwalamukhi Yoga 16:19–05:43 (08.04)
Anandadi: Utpata 05:46–16:19 Anandadi: Mrityu 16:19–05:43 (08.04)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:22–05:04 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:05–12:59 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:47–15:42 |
| Godhuli | 19:18–19:39 |
| Pradosha | 19:18–21:23 |
| Nishitha | 00:10–00:52 (08.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:15–11:01 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:50–12:32 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:55–17:37 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:27–09:09 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:28–09:22, 12:59–13:53 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 09:41–13:37
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 09:41–13:37 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 09:41–13:37 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 09:41–13:37 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Pushya until 16:19, Ashlesha from 16:19; tithi Shukla-navami until 09:41, Shukla-dashami from 09:41; lagna Mina 05:46, Mesha 05:59, Vrishabha 06:51, Mithuna 08:17, Karka 10:39, Simha 13:37, Kanya 16:38
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya (until 16:19) — increase in wealth; Ashlesha (from 16:19) — physical affliction (suffering); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 05:46–09:41: 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
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 09:41
Auspicious time ends by 16:19
+2 Pushya 05:46–16:19+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Yoga Dhriti 05:46–00:21 (08.04)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 09:41–05:43 (08.04)0 Anandadi: Utpata 05:46–16:19 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Anandadi: Mrityu 16:19–05:43 (08.04) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Hutashana Yoga 09:41–05:43 (08.04) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Jwalamukhi Yoga 16:19–05:43 (08.04) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Kharmas0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:46–09:41 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 16:19–05:43 (08.04)−2 Rikta tithi 05:46–09:41
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: Manasa; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 05:43
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 11:15 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 3 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 18:17 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 00:15 (09.04) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 11:15 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:15 | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
|---|---|
| from 11:15 | karana Vanija |
| from 18:17 | nakshatra Magha |
| from 23:47 | karana Vishti |
| from 00:15 (09.04) | yoga Ganda |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:05 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:43 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 19:20 |
| End of twilight | 19:59 |
| Moonrise | 12:49 |
| Moonset | 04:58 |
| Day length | 13 h 37 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 8, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:15 | from 18:17 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (18:17–19:20) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 05:43–18:17
Jwalamukhi Yoga 05:43–11:15 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:43–11:15 Hutashana Yoga 11:15–05:41 (09.04)
Anandadi: Manasa 05:43–18:17 Anandadi: Padma 18:17–05:41 (09.04)
- Bhadra on earth: 23:47–12:08 (09.04); Bhadra Puchha 04:40–05:55 (09.04); Bhadra Mukha 05:55–07:59 (09.04)
- Gandanta (tithi): 10:49–11:40
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 11:51–00:40 (09.04)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:20–05:02 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:05–12:59 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:48–15:42 |
| Godhuli | 19:20–19:41 |
| Pradosha | 19:20–21:24 |
| Nishitha | 00:10–00:51 (09.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:33–18:17 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:07–10:50 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:14–15:56 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:43–07:25 |
| Dur Muhurta | 05:43–06:38, 06:38–07:32 |
| Varjyam | 06:10–07:54 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:47–13:33, 16:34–19:20
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 06:47–13:33, 16:34–19:20 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 06:47–11:15 |
| Cutting toenails | average 06:47–13:33, 16:34–19:20 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:47–13:33, 16:34–19:20 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Ashlesha until 18:17, Magha from 18:17; tithi Shukla-dashami until 11:15, Shukla-ekadashi from 11:15; lagna Mina 05:43, Mesha 05:55, Vrishabha 06:47, Mithuna 08:13, Karka 10:36, Simha 13:33, Kanya 16:34
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha (until 18:17) — physical affliction (suffering); Magha (from 18:17) — loss of property; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
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 = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 05:43–18:17+1 Anandadi: Manasa 05:43–18:17+1 Auspicious tithi 05:43–11:150 Hutashana Yoga 11:15–05:41 (09.04) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Jwalamukhi Yoga 05:43–11:15 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Kharmas0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:43–11:15 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:43–18:17
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Yamaghanta, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower) |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Kamada Ekadashi |
At sunrise 05:41
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 12:08 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 2 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 19:34 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 23:36 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 12:08 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:08 | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
|---|---|
| from 12:08 | karana Bava |
| from 19:34 | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
| from 23:36 | yoga Vriddhi |
| from 00:18 (10.04) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:02 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:41 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 19:22 |
| End of twilight | 20:01 |
| Moonrise | 14:09 |
| Moonset | 05:14 |
| Day length | 13 h 41 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 2, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:08 |
|---|
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 (05:41–19:22) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 05:41–12:08: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Kamada Ekadashi · Vishnu
The first Ekadashi of the new lunar year (Chaitra, bright half). “Fulfiller of desires”: according to the Puranas, the fast removes grave misdeeds and helps fulfil righteous wishes. Devotees fast and worship Vishnu.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 11:15 (08.04)–12:08
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 05:38–08:23 (10.04)
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:41–12:08 Yamaghanta 05:41–19:34 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:08–05:38 (10.04) Hutashana Yoga 12:08–05:38 (10.04) Krakacha Yoga 12:08–05:38 (10.04)
Anandadi: Chhatra 19:34–05:38 (10.04) Anandadi: Mudgara 05:41–19:34
- Bhadra on earth: 23:47 (08.04)–12:08; Bhadra Puchha 04:40–05:55; Bhadra Mukha 05:55–07:59
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:18–04:59 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:04–12:59 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:48–15:43 |
| Godhuli | 19:22–19:43 |
| Pradosha | 19:22–21:25 |
| Nishitha | 00:10–00:51 (10.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:03–18:44 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:40–19:22 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:31–14:14 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:57–17:40 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:33–18:28 |
| Varjyam | 06:56–08:37, 03:46–05:25 (10.04) |
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 06:43–12:08 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Magha; tithi Shukla-ekadashi until 12:08, Shukla-dvadashi from 12:08; lagna Mina 05:41, Mesha 05:51, Vrishabha 06:43, Mithuna 08:09, Karka 10:32, Simha 13:29, Kanya 16:30
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha — loss of property; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 05:41–12:08: 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.
- 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
Unfavourable day · score S = −13
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, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
+1 Auspicious tithi 05:41–12:080 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 05:41–19:34−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:41–19:34−1 Bhadra on earth 05:41–12:08−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:08–05:38 (10.04)−2 Hutashana Yoga 12:08–05:38 (10.04)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:41–12:08−3 Krakacha Yoga 12:08–05:38 (10.04)−3 Yamaghanta 05:41–19:34
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 | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Dhwaja, Yoga Vriddhi; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Soma Pradosha |
At sunrise 05:38
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 12:18 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 2 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 20:10 more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 22:24 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 12:18 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:18 | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
|---|---|
| from 12:18 | karana Kaulava |
| from 20:10 | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
| from 22:24 | yoga Dhruva |
| from 00:07 (11.04) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:59 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:38 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 19:24 |
| End of twilight | 20:03 |
| Moonrise | 15:32 |
| Moonset | 05:27 |
| Day length | 13 h 46 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 | from 12:18 |
|---|
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, Purva-Phalguni (05:38–19:24) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Soma Pradosha · Shiva
A Pradosha falling on a Monday — the day of the Moon and Shiva: especially favourable for the fulfilment of wishes and for family well-being.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 19:24–21:27
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 20:10–05:36 (11.04)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:38–12:18
Anandadi: Dhwaja 05:38–20:10 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 20:10–05:36 (11.04)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:16–04:57 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:04–12:59 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:49–15:44 |
| Godhuli | 19:24–19:45 |
| Pradosha | 19:24–21:27 |
| Nishitha | 00:10–00:50 (11.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:36–15:15 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:21–09:05 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:48–12:31 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:14–15:58 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:59–13:54, 15:44–16:39 |
| Varjyam | 03:21–04:57 (11.04) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:39–19:24
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 06:39–19:24 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 06:39–13:25, 16:26–19:24 |
| Cutting toenails | average 06:39–19:24 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:39–19:24 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni; tithi Shukla-dvadashi until 12:18, Shukla-triodashi from 12:18; lagna Mina 05:38, Mesha 05:47, Vrishabha 06:39, Mithuna 08:05, Karka 10:28, Simha 13:25, Kanya 16:26
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni — ill health; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
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: Dhwaja 05:38–20:10+1 Yoga Vriddhi 05:38–22:24+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 12:18–05:36 (11.04)0 Kharmas−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:38–20:10−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:38–12:18
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 — Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — until 11:46 |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Mahavir Jayanti |
At sunrise 05:36
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 11:46 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 2 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 20:06 more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 20:40 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 11:46 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:46 | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| from 11:46 | karana Gara |
| from 20:06 | nakshatra Hasta |
| from 20:40 | yoga Vyaghata |
| from 23:16 | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:56 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:36 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 19:26 |
| End of twilight | 20:06 |
| Moonrise | 16:55 |
| Moonset | 05:38 |
| Day length | 13 h 50 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 12, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:46 |
|---|
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 (05:36–19:26) is good for sowing.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 11:46–19:26: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Mahavir Jayanti · Mahavira
The birthday of Mahavira, the twenty-fourth Tirthankara of the Jains: processions, ritual bathing of images and charity.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 12:18 (10.04)–11:46
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:36–11:46 Ravi Yoga 05:36–20:06 Ravi Yoga 04:30–05:33 (12.04)
Anandadi: Prajapati 05:36–20:06 Anandadi: Saumya 20:06–05:33 (12.04)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:14–04:55 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–12:59 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:49–15:45 |
| Godhuli | 19:26–19:47 |
| Pradosha | 19:26–21:28 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:50 (12.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:55–14:31 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:59–17:42 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:03–10:47 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:31–14:15 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:22–09:17, 23:29–00:09 (12.04) |
| Varjyam | 04:16–05:50 (12.04) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:36–11:46
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 05:36–11:46 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 06:35–11:46 |
| Cutting toenails | average 05:36–11:46 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 05:36–13:21, 16:22–19:26 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 11:46, Shukla-chaturdashi from 11:46; lagna Mina 05:36, Mesha 05:43, Vrishabha 06:35, Mithuna 08:01, Karka 10:24, Simha 13:21, Kanya 16:22, Tula 19:22
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni — destruction of all diseases; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 11:46–19:26: 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 Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 11:46
+2 Ravi Yoga 05:36–20:06+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:36–11:46+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 05:36–20:06+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:36–20:06+1 Yoga Dhruva 05:36–20:40+1 Auspicious tithi 05:36–11:460 Kharmas−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Rikta tithi 11:46–05:33 (12.04)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Sankranti day, Vishti (Bhadra) |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Festivals | Mesha Sankranti (Vaisakhi, Vishu) · Purnima Vrat |
At sunrise 05:33
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 10:37 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 2 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 19:27 more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 18:28 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 10:37 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:37 | tithi Purnima |
|---|---|
| from 10:37 | karana Vishti |
| from 18:28 | yoga Harshana |
| from 19:27 | nakshatra Chitra |
| from 21:50 | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:54 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:33 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 19:28 |
| End of twilight | 20:08 |
| Moonrise | 18:21 |
| Moonset | 05:47 |
| Day length | 13 h 55 min |
Sky
| Mesha Sankranti | 04:30 — the Sun enters Mesha (Aries) |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 12, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:37 | from 19:27 |
|---|
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 (05:33–19:27) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (19:27–19:28) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 10:37–19:28: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 05:33–10:37: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Mesha Sankranti (Vaisakhi, Vishu) · Surya
The Sun enters the sidereal sign of Aries — the beginning of the solar year: Vaisakhi in Punjab (harvest festival and the founding of the Khalsa), Vishu in Kerala, Puthandu (Tamil New Year), Pana Sankranti in Odisha.
Rule: by the moment of Sankranti, 05:33–08:30
on the day the Sun enters the sign
Purnima Vrat · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon fast (Purnima upavas) is kept on the day when Purnima prevails at midday (Madhyahna): if it begins before noon, the fast falls on the day before the one with Purnima at sunrise. Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise and pray to Vishnu (Satyanarayana) and Chandra.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:07–13:54
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Purnima at sunrise (holy bath, charity): 13.04
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 05:33–19:27 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:33–19:27
Anandadi: Ananda 05:33–19:27 Anandadi: Kaladanda 19:27–05:30 (13.04)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 10:37–21:50; Bhadra Puchha 17:52–18:59; Bhadra Mukha 18:59–20:51
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:12–04:53 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:50–15:46 |
| Godhuli | 19:28–19:48 |
| Pradosha | 19:28–21:29 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:49 (13.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:37–15:10 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:31–14:15 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:17–09:02 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:46–12:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:03–12:59 |
| Varjyam | 04:16–05:50, 03:05–04:37 (13.04) |
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 | good 10:37–13:17, 16:18–19:28 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Hasta until 19:27, Chitra from 19:27; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 10:37, Purnima from 10:37; lagna Mina 05:33, Mesha 05:39, Vrishabha 06:31, Mithuna 07:57, Karka 10:20, Simha 13:17, Kanya 16:18, Tula 19:18
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta (until 19:27) — imparting radiance (to the person); Chitra (from 19:27) — 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:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 05:33–10:37: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Purnima 10:37–19:28: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Sankranti at 04:30 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = +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: Sankranti day
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:33–19:27+2 Ravi Yoga 05:33–19:27+1 Anandadi: Ananda 05:33–19:27+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:33–19:27+1 Auspicious weekday0 Yoga Harshana 18:28–05:30 (13.04)0 Anandadi: Kaladanda 19:27–05:30 (13.04)−1 Sankranti day−2 Rikta tithi 05:33–10:37−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 10:37–21:50
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 | Best day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Chara; auspicious time — until 08:56 |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Festivals | Hanuman Jayanti · Chaitra Purnima (Chitra Pournami) |
At sunrise 05:30
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 08:56 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 2 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 18:21 more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 15:53 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 08:56 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:56 | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
|---|---|
| from 08:56 | karana Balava |
| from 15:53 | yoga Vajra |
| from 18:21 | nakshatra Swati |
| from 19:57 | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:51 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:30 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 19:30 |
| End of twilight | 20:10 |
| Moonrise | 19:49 |
| Moonset | 05:57 |
| Day length | 13 h 59 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 08:56 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 4, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:56 | from 18:21 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (05:30–18:21) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (18:21–19:30) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Hanuman Jayanti · Hanuman
The birthday of Hanuman (in the northern tradition — on the full moon of Chaitra, at sunrise). Devotees read the Hanuman Chalisa and the Sundara Kanda and offer Hanuman sindoor and oil; in South India his birthday is celebrated on other days.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 10:37 (12.04)–08:56
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Chaitra Purnima (Chitra Pournami) · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon of the month of Chaitra. A holy bath is taken and charity is given; in North India, Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated on this day.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 10:37 (12.04)–08:56
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Fast on the eve (Purnima Vrat): 12.04
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:30–08:56
Anandadi: Chara 05:30–18:21 Anandadi: Sthira 18:21–05:28 (14.04)
- Gandanta (tithi): 08:34–09:18
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:10–04:50 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:50–15:46 |
| Godhuli | 19:30–19:50 |
| Pradosha | 19:30–21:30 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:49 (14.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:14–13:46 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:15–16:00 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:30–07:15 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:00–10:45 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:10–11:06, 15:46–16:42 |
| Varjyam | 23:36–01:07 (14.04) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:56–19:30
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 08:56–19:30 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:56–19:30 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:27–13:13, 16:14–19:30 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Chitra until 18:21, Swati from 18:21; tithi Purnima until 08:56, Krishna-pratipat from 08:56; lagna Mina 05:30, Mesha 05:35, Vrishabha 06:27, Mithuna 07:53, Karka 10:16, Simha 13:13, Kanya 16:14, Tula 19:14
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra (until 18:21) — improvement of well-being; Swati (from 18:21) — relief from all suffering; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Purnima 05:30–08:56: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +7
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 08:56
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:30–08:56+1 Anandadi: Chara 05:30–18:21+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:30–18:21+1 Yoga Harshana 05:30–15:53+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:56–05:28 (14.04)0 Yoga Vajra 15:53–16:57
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, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
At sunrise 05:28
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 06:52 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 2 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 16:53 more |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 13:01 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 06:52 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:52 | tithi Krishna-dvitya (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 06:52 | karana Taitila |
| from 13:01 | yoga Siddhi |
| from 16:53 | nakshatra Vishakha |
| from 17:44 | karana Gara |
| from 04:32 (15.04) | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 04:32 (15.04) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:48 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:28 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 19:32 |
| End of twilight | 20:12 |
| Moonrise | 21:21 |
| Moonset | 06:08 |
| Day length | 14 h 04 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 06:52 | from 16:53 |
|---|
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, Swati (05:28–16:53) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (16:53–19:32) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:28–06:52
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:52–04:32 (15.04)
Anandadi: Matanga 16:53–05:25 (15.04) Anandadi: Gada 05:28–16:53
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:08–04:48 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:51–15:47 |
| Godhuli | 19:32–19:52 |
| Pradosha | 19:32–21:31 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:49 (15.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:37–10:08 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:45–12:30 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:01–17:47 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:13–08:59 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:17–09:13, 12:58–13:55 |
| Varjyam | 22:06–23:35 |
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 06:23–13:09, 16:10–16:53 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Swati until 16:53, Vishakha from 16:53; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 06:52, Krishna-dvitya from 06:52; lagna Mina 05:28, Mesha 05:31, Vrishabha 06:23, Mithuna 07:49, Karka 10:12, Simha 13:09, Kanya 16:10, Tula 19:11
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati (until 16:53) — relief from all suffering; Vishakha (from 16:53) — 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
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −1
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
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:28–16:53+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:28–06:52+1 Yoga Siddhi 13:01–05:25 (15.04)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:28–06:520 Anandadi: Matanga 16:53–05:25 (15.04)−1 Anandadi: Gada 05:28–16:53−2 Kshaya tithi−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:52–04:32 (15.04)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vyatipata, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
At sunrise 05:25
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 02:01 (16.04) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 3 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 15:13 more |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 09:57 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 15:17 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:57 | yoga Vyatipata |
|---|---|
| from 15:13 | nakshatra Anuradha |
| from 15:17 | karana Vishti |
| from 02:01 (16.04) | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
| from 02:01 (16.04) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:46 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:25 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 19:34 |
| End of twilight | 20:14 |
| Moonrise | 22:55 |
| Moonset | 06:22 |
| Day length | 14 h 08 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 5, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:13 |
|---|
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, Vishakha (05:25–15:13) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (15:13–19:34) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 15:17–19:34: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 02:01–05:23 (16.04)
Anandadi: Shubha 05:25–15:13 Anandadi: Amrita 15:13–05:23 (16.04)
- Bhadra in heaven: 15:17–02:01 (16.04); Bhadra Puchha 22:16–23:20; Bhadra Mukha 23:20–01:08 (16.04)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:06–04:46 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:51–15:48 |
| Godhuli | 19:34–19:54 |
| Pradosha | 19:34–21:32 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:48 (16.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:02–08:31, 03:49–05:18 (16.04) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:58–10:44 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:16–16:02 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:25–07:12 |
| Dur Muhurta | 05:25–06:22, 06:22–07:19 |
| Varjyam | 18:55–20:24 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:19–09:57
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:19–09:57 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | average 06:19–09:57 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:19–13:05, 15:13–19:34 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Vishakha until 15:13, Anuradha from 15:13; tithi Krishna-tritya; lagna Mina 05:25, Mesha 05:27, Vrishabha 06:19, Mithuna 07:45, Karka 10:08, Simha 13:05, Kanya 16:07, Tula 19:07
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha (until 15:13) — loss of money; Anuradha (from 15:13) — 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.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vyatipata 09:57–19:34: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- 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 = 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: Vyatipata
+2 Yoga Siddhi 05:25–09:57+1 Anandadi: Shubha 05:25–15:13+1 Auspicious tithi 05:25–02:01 (16.04)0 Auspicious nakshatra 15:13–05:23 (16.04)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 15:17–02:01 (16.04)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Vyatipata 09:57–05:23 (16.04)
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Anandadi: Mrityu, Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Festivals | Sankashti Chaturthi (Vikata) |
At sunrise 05:23
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 23:28 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 3 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 13:27 more |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 06:46 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 12:45 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:46 | yoga Variyana |
|---|---|
| from 12:45 | karana Balava |
| from 13:27 | nakshatra Jyestha |
| from 23:28 | tithi Krishna-panchami |
| from 23:28 | karana Kaulava |
| from 03:34 (17.04) | yoga Parigha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:23 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 19:36 |
| End of twilight | 20:17 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 06:42 |
| Day length | 14 h 13 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 13:27 |
|---|
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 (05:23–13:27) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (13:27–19:36) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Sankashti Chaturthi (Vikata) · 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, 00:29 (17.04)
the tithi does not cover the decisive time on either day — the following day is chosen
Muhurta
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:23–23:28
Anandadi: Mrityu 05:23–13:27 Anandadi: Kana 13:27–05:20 (17.04)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:04–04:44 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:52–15:49 |
| Godhuli | 19:36–19:56 |
| Pradosha | 19:36–21:33 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:48 (17.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:31–05:00 (17.04) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:50–19:36 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:30–14:16 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:03–17:50 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:43–18:39 |
| Varjyam | 18:38–20:07 |
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 06:15–13:01 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Anuradha until 13:27, Jyestha from 13:27; tithi Krishna-chaturti; lagna Mesha 05:23, Vrishabha 06:15, Mithuna 07:41, Karka 10:04, Simha 13:01, Kanya 16:03, Tula 19:03
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 13:27) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 13:27) — 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-chaturti 05:23–19:36: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vyatipata 05:23–06:46: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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: Anandadi: Mrityu
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:23–13:27+1 Yoga Variyana 06:46–03:34 (17.04)0 Vyatipata 05:23–06:460 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 13:27–05:20 (17.04)−2 Rikta tithi 05:23–23:28−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:23–23:28−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 05:23–13:27
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: Padma, Auspicious weekday; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Yoga Parigha |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
At sunrise 05:20
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 20:57 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 3 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 11:40 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 00:25 (18.04) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 10:12 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:12 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 11:40 | nakshatra Mula |
| from 20:57 | tithi Krishna-shashti |
| from 20:57 | karana Gara |
| from 00:25 (18.04) | yoga Shiva |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:40 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:20 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 19:38 |
| End of twilight | 20:19 |
| Moonrise | 00:29 |
| Moonset | 07:11 |
| Day length | 14 h 17 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 |
|---|
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 (05:20–11:40) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (11:40–19:38) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Muhurta
Hutashana Yoga 20:57–05:18 (18.04) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:57–05:18 (18.04)
Anandadi: Padma 05:20–11:40 Anandadi: Lumbaka 11:40–05:18 (18.04)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 06:06–17:14
- Gandanta (tithi): 20:35–21:18
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:03–04:41 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:52–15:50 |
| Godhuli | 19:38–19:58 |
| Pradosha | 19:38–21:34 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:47 (18.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:01–05:30 (18.04) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:08–08:55 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:42–12:29 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:17–16:04 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:58–13:55, 15:50–16:47 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Jyestha until 11:40, Mula from 11:40; tithi Krishna-panchami; lagna Mesha 05:20, Vrishabha 06:11, Mithuna 07:37, Karka 10:00, Simha 12:58, Kanya 15:59, Tula 18:59
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha (until 11:40) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Mula (from 11:40) — ruin of the family; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Cautions:
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Padma 05:20–11:40+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:20–20:57−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 11:40–05:18 (18.04)−1 Yoga Parigha 05:20–14:00−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:20–11:40
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Chhatra; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Surya Dagdha tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
At sunrise 05:18
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 18:32 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 4 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 09:58 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 21:21 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 07:43 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:43 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 09:58 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
| from 18:32 | tithi Krishna-saptami |
| from 18:32 | karana Vishti |
| from 21:21 | yoga Siddha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:38 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:18 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 19:40 |
| End of twilight | 20:21 |
| Moonrise | 01:52 |
| Moonset | 07:56 |
| Day length | 14 h 22 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 09:58 | from 18:32 |
|---|
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, Mula (05:18–09:58) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (09:58–19:40) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 18:32–19:40: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 09:58–05:15 (19.04)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:18–18:32 Hutashana Yoga 18:32–05:15 (19.04) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:32–05:15 (19.04)
Anandadi: Chhatra 05:18–09:58 Anandadi: Mitra 09:58–05:15 (19.04)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 18:32–05:23 (19.04); Bhadra Puchha 22:53–23:58; Bhadra Mukha 23:58–01:47 (19.04)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-shashti
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:01–04:39 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:53–15:50 |
| Godhuli | 19:40–20:00 |
| Pradosha | 19:40–21:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:47 (19.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:01–05:30, 03:55–05:25 (19.04) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:05–17:53 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:54–10:41 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:29–14:17 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:10–09:08, 23:30–00:09 (19.04) |
| Varjyam | 08:29–09:58, 18:56–20:26 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 18:32–19:40
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 18:32–19:40 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 18:32–19:40 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 09:58–12:54, 15:55–19:40 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Mula until 09:58, Purva-Ashadha from 09:58; tithi Krishna-shashti until 18:32, Krishna-saptami from 18:32; lagna Mesha 05:18, Vrishabha 06:07, Mithuna 07:34, Karka 09:56, Simha 12:54, Kanya 15:55, Tula 18:55
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 09:58) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 09:58) — ruin of the family; 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 = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 09:58–05:15 (19.04)+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 05:18–09:58+1 Yoga Shiva 05:18–21:210 Hutashana Yoga 18:32–05:15 (19.04) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:18–18:32 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:32–05:15 (19.04) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 18:32–05:15 (19.04)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 05:18–18:32−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:18–09:58
| Summary | Best day — Yoga Siddha, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 08:24 |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Festivals | Kalashtami |
At sunrise 05:15
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 16:17 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 4 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 08:24 more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 18:26 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 05:23 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:23 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 08:24 | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
| from 16:17 | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
| from 16:17 | karana Balava |
| from 18:26 | yoga Sadhya |
| from 03:14 (20.04) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:35 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:15 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 19:42 |
| End of twilight | 20:23 |
| Moonrise | 02:57 |
| Moonset | 09:01 |
| Day length | 14 h 26 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 08:24 | from 16:17 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (05:15–08:24) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (08:24–19:42) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 05:15–05:23: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
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, 19:42–21:37
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 05:15–08:24 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:15–16:17
Hutashana Yoga 16:17–05:13 (20.04) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:17–05:13 (20.04)
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 05:15–08:24 Anandadi: Vajra 08:24–01:22 (20.04) Anandadi: Mudgara 01:22–05:13 (20.04)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 18:32 (18.04)–05:23; Bhadra Puchha 22:53–23:58 (18.04); Bhadra Mukha 23:58 (18.04)–01:47
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:59–04:37 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:53–15:51 |
| Godhuli | 19:42–20:01 |
| Pradosha | 19:42–21:37 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:47 (20.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:55–05:25, 01:00–02:31 (20.04) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:29–14:17 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:04–08:52 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:41–12:29 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:00–12:58 |
| Varjyam | 15:57–17:28 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:24–12:50, 15:51–16:17
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 08:24–12:50, 15:51–16:17 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 08:24–12:50, 15:51–16:17 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:03–12:50, 15:51–19:42 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 08:24, Uttara-Ashadha from 08:24; tithi Krishna-saptami until 16:17, Krishna-ashtami from 16:17; lagna Mesha 05:15, Vrishabha 06:03, Mithuna 07:30, Karka 09:52, Simha 12:50, Kanya 15:51, Tula 18:51
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 08:24) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 08:24) — improved health; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 16:17–19:42: 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
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 08:24
+2 Yoga Siddha 05:15–18:26+2 Ravi Yoga 05:15–08:24+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:15–16:17+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 05:15–08:24+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:24–05:13 (20.04)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 05:15–05:230 Ashtami 16:17–05:13 (20.04)0 Hutashana Yoga 16:17–05:13 (20.04)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:17–05:13 (20.04)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 08:24–01:22 (20.04)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:15–08:24
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 — Krakacha Yoga, Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
At sunrise 05:13
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 14:15 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 4 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 07:03 more |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 15:42 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 14:15 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:03 | nakshatra Shravana |
|---|---|
| from 14:15 | tithi Krishna-navami |
| from 14:15 | karana Taitila |
| from 15:42 | yoga Shubha |
| from 01:19 (21.04) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:32 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:13 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 19:44 |
| End of twilight | 20:26 |
| Moonrise | 03:40 |
| Moonset | 10:23 |
| Day length | 14 h 31 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 5, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:03 | from 14:15 |
|---|
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 (05:13–07:03) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (07:03–19:44) is good for sowing.
Muhurta
Krakacha Yoga 05:13–14:15 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:13–14:15 Hutashana Yoga 14:15–05:11 (21.04) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:15–05:11 (21.04)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 08:34–05:11 (21.04) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 05:13–08:34
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:57–04:35 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:54–15:52 |
| Godhuli | 19:44–20:03 |
| Pradosha | 19:44–21:38 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:46 (21.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:00–21:32 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:18–16:07 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:13–07:02 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:51–10:40 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:04–11:02, 15:52–16:50 |
| Varjyam | 10:51–12:23 |
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 05:59–12:46 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 07:03, Shravana from 07:03; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 14:15, Krishna-navami from 14:15; lagna Mesha 05:13, Vrishabha 05:59, Mithuna 07:26, Karka 09:48, Simha 12:46, Kanya 15:47, Tula 18:47
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 07:03) — improved health; Shravana (from 07:03) — bodily development (physical growth); Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 05:13–14:15: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Krishna-navami 14:15–19:44: 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 = −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.
+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 08:34–05:11 (21.04)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:13–07:03+1 Yoga Sadhya 05:13–15:42+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Hutashana Yoga 14:15–05:11 (21.04)−1 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:15–05:11 (21.04)−1 Ashtami 05:13–14:15−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 05:13–08:34−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:13–14:15−3 Krakacha Yoga 05:13–14:15
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Shubha, Anandadi: Prajapati; cons: Rikta tithi, Hutashana Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
At sunrise 05:11
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 12:27 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 4 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 05:55 more |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 13:10 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 12:27 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:55 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
|---|---|
| from 12:27 | tithi Krishna-dashami |
| from 12:27 | karana Vanija |
| from 13:10 | yoga Shukla |
| from 23:40 | karana Vishti |
| from 05:05 (22.04) | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:30 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:11 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 19:46 |
| End of twilight | 20:28 |
| Moonrise | 04:08 |
| Moonset | 11:52 |
| Day length | 14 h 35 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 11, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 05:55 | from 12:27 |
|---|
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 (05:11–05:55) is good for sowing.
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:11–05:55
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:11–12:27 Hutashana Yoga 12:27–05:08 (22.04)
Anandadi: Prajapati 05:55–05:05 (22.04) Anandadi: Saumya 05:05–05:08 (22.04) Anandadi: Dhumra 05:11–05:55
- Bhadra on earth: 23:40–10:58 (22.04); Bhadra Puchha 01:24–02:31 (22.04); Bhadra Mukha 02:31–04:24 (22.04)
- Chora Panchaka: 17:28–05:15 (26.04)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:55–04:33 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:55–15:53 |
| Godhuli | 19:46–20:05 |
| Pradosha | 19:46–21:39 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:46 (22.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:03–20:35 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:39–12:29 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:07–17:57 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:00–08:50 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:06–09:04, 12:58–13:56 |
| Varjyam | 09:47–11:19 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 15:43–19:46
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 15:43–19:46 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 15:43–19:46 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 15:43–19:46 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Shravana until 05:55, Dhanishtha from 05:55; tithi Krishna-navami until 12:27, Krishna-dashami from 12:27; lagna Mesha 05:11, Vrishabha 05:56, Mithuna 07:22, Karka 09:44, Simha 12:42, Kanya 15:43, Tula 18:43
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 05:55) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 05:55) — longevity (increased vitality); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 05:11–12:27: 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).
- 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 Yoga Shubha 05:11–13:10+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 05:55–05:05 (22.04)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:11–05:55+1 Auspicious weekday0 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:11–05:550 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:11–12:27 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Anandadi: Dhumra 05:11–05:550 Panchaka 17:28–05:08 (22.04)−2 Hutashana Yoga 12:27–05:08 (22.04)−2 Rikta tithi 05:11–12:27
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Hutashana Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
At sunrise 05:08
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 10:58 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 1 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 04:33 (23.04) more |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 10:52 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 10:58 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:52 | yoga Brahma |
|---|---|
| from 10:58 | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
| from 10:58 | karana Bava |
| from 22:20 | karana Balava |
| from 04:33 (23.04) | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:27 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:08 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 19:48 |
| End of twilight | 20:30 |
| Moonrise | 04:27 |
| Moonset | 13:22 |
| Day length | 14 h 40 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 5, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:58 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (05:08–19:48) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 05:08–10:58: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:08–10:58 Hutashana Yoga 10:58–05:06 (23.04)
Anandadi: Ananda 05:08–04:33 (23.04) Anandadi: Kaladanda 04:33–05:06 (23.04)
- Bhadra on earth: 23:40 (21.04)–10:58; Bhadra Puchha 01:24–02:31; Bhadra Mukha 02:31–04:24
- Chora Panchaka: 17:28 (21.04)–05:15 (26.04)
- Gandanta (tithi): 10:35–11:20
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:53–04:31 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:55–15:54 |
| Godhuli | 19:48–20:07 |
| Pradosha | 19:48–21:40 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:46 (23.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:30–23:04 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:48–10:38 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:18–16:08 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:08–06:58 |
| Dur Muhurta | 05:08–06:07, 06:07–07:06 |
| Varjyam | 12:07–13:41 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 10:58–12:38, 15:39–19:48
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 10:58–12:38, 15:39–19:48 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 10:58–12:38, 15:39–19:48 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Shatabhisha; tithi Krishna-dashami until 10:58, Krishna-ekadashi from 10:58; lagna Mesha 05:08, Vrishabha 05:52, Mithuna 07:18, Karka 09:40, Simha 12:38, Kanya 15:39, Tula 18:39
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha — gaining strength; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 05:08–10:58: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+1 Yoga Brahma 10:52–05:06 (23.04)+1 Anandadi: Ananda 05:08–04:33 (23.04)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:08–04:33 (23.04)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Bhadra on earth 05:08–10:58−2 Hutashana Yoga 10:58–05:06 (23.04)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:08–10:58
| Summary | Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krakacha Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Festivals | Varuthini Ekadashi |
At sunrise 05:06
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 09:47 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 1 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 04:22 (24.04) more |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 08:50 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 09:47 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:50 | yoga Indra |
|---|---|
| from 09:47 | tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
| from 09:47 | karana Kaulava |
| from 21:20 | karana Taitila |
| from 04:22 (24.04) | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:24 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:06 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 19:50 |
| End of twilight | 20:32 |
| Moonrise | 04:40 |
| Moonset | 14:49 |
| Day length | 14 h 44 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 2, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:47 |
|---|
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 (05:06–19:50) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Varuthini Ekadashi · Vishnu
The Ekadashi of the dark half of Chaitra (Vaishakha in North India). “Protective”: the fast guards against misfortune and brings good luck; Vamana is worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 10:58 (22.04)–09:47
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 05:03–08:01 (24.04)
Muhurta
Tripushkar Yoga 09:47–04:22 (24.04) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:22–05:03 (24.04)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:06–09:47 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:47–05:03 (24.04) Hutashana Yoga 09:47–05:03 (24.04) Krakacha Yoga 09:47–05:03 (24.04)
Anandadi: Chara 05:06–04:22 (24.04) Anandadi: Sthira 04:22–05:03 (24.04)
- Chora Panchaka: 17:28 (21.04)–05:15 (26.04)
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 | 03:51–04:29 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:56–15:55 |
| Godhuli | 19:50–20:09 |
| Pradosha | 19:50–21:41 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:45 (24.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:25–22:01 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:00–19:50 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:28–14:19 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:09–18:00 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:53–18:51 |
| Varjyam | 10:54–12:29 |
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 05:48–09:47 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra; tithi Krishna-ekadashi until 09:47, Krishna-dvadashi from 09:47; lagna Mesha 05:06, Vrishabha 05:48, Mithuna 07:14, Karka 09:37, Simha 12:34, Kanya 15:35, Tula 18:35
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra — facing death (dangers); Sunday — physical well-being.
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
Unfavourable day · score S = −7
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
+2 Yoga Brahma 05:06–08:50+1 Anandadi: Chara 05:06–04:22 (24.04)0 Tripushkar Yoga 09:47–04:22 (24.04)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:06–04:22 (24.04)−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:47–05:03 (24.04)−2 Hutashana Yoga 09:47–05:03 (24.04)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:06–09:47−3 Krakacha Yoga 09:47–05:03 (24.04)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Festivals | Soma Pradosha |
At sunrise 05:03
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 08:59 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 1 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 04:35 (25.04) more |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 07:06 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 08:59 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:06 | yoga Vaidhriti |
|---|---|
| from 08:59 | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
| from 08:59 | karana Gara |
| from 20:44 | karana Vanija |
| from 04:35 (25.04) | nakshatra Revati |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:22 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:03 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 19:52 |
| End of twilight | 20:35 |
| Moonrise | 04:51 |
| Moonset | 16:12 |
| Day length | 14 h 49 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 3, bad — 0
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, Uttara-Bhadra (05:03–19:52) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Soma Pradosha · Shiva
A Pradosha falling on a Monday — the day of the Moon and Shiva: especially favourable for the fulfilment of wishes and for family well-being.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 19:52–21:42
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:03–08:59
Anandadi: Matanga 04:35–05:01 (25.04) Anandadi: Gada 05:03–04:35 (25.04)
- Chora Panchaka: 17:28 (21.04)–05:15 (26.04)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:50–04:27 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:56–15:55 |
| Godhuli | 19:52–20:11 |
| Pradosha | 19:52–21:42 |
| Nishitha | 00:08–00:45 (25.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 23:44–01:21 (25.04) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:55–08:46 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:37–12:28 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:19–16:10 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:58–13:57, 15:55–16:55 |
| Varjyam | 14:03–15:40 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 05:44–07:06
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 | good 05:44–07:06 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 05:44–07:06 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 05:44–12:30, 15:31–19:52 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra; tithi Krishna-dvadashi until 08:59, Krishna-trayodashi from 08:59; lagna Mesha 05:03, Vrishabha 05:44, Mithuna 07:10, Karka 09:33, Simha 12:30, Kanya 15:31, Tula 18:31
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra — a good life; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vaidhriti 07:06–19:52: 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 = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti
+2 Yoga Indra 05:03–07:06+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:03–04:35 (25.04)+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Anandadi: Gada 05:03–04:35 (25.04)−1 Panchaka all day−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:03–08:59−3 Vaidhriti 07:06–05:01 (25.04)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Krishna Chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Festivals | Masik Shivaratri |
At sunrise 05:01
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 08:36 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 1 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 05:15 (26.04) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 05:41 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 08:36 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:41 | yoga Vishkambha |
|---|---|
| from 08:36 | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
| from 08:36 | karana Vishti |
| from 20:34 | karana Shakuni |
| from 04:38 (26.04) | yoga Priti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:19 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:01 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 19:54 |
| End of twilight | 20:37 |
| Moonrise | 05:00 |
| Moonset | 17:34 |
| Day length | 14 h 53 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 08:36 |
|---|
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 (05:01–19:54) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:36–19:54: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 08:36–19:54: 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, 00:08–00:45 (26.04)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:01–08:36
Anandadi: Shubha all day
- Bhadra on earth: 08:36–20:34; Bhadra Mukha 08:36–10:36; Bhadra Puchha 19:26–20:38
- Chora Panchaka: 17:28 (21.04)–05:15 (26.04)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 23:02–11:29 (26.04)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:48–04:24 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:57–15:56 |
| Godhuli | 19:54–20:13 |
| Pradosha | 19:54–21:43 |
| Nishitha | 00:08–00:45 (26.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:47–04:26 (26.04) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:11–18:03 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:44–10:36 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:28–14:19 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:00–08:59, 23:32–00:08 (26.04) |
| Varjyam | 16:55–18:34 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:41–08:36
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 05:41–08:36 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 05:41–08:36 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 05:40–12:26, 15:27–19:54 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Revati; tithi Krishna-trayodashi until 08:36, Krishna-chaturdashi from 08:36; lagna Mesha 05:01, Vrishabha 05:40, Mithuna 07:06, Karka 09:29, Simha 12:26, Kanya 15:27, Tula 18:27
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati — increase in property; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 08:36–19:54: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Bhadra on earth 08:36–19:54: 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).
- Vaidhriti 05:01–05:41: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:01–08:36+1 Anandadi: Shubha all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day0 Vaidhriti 05:01–05:41−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−2 Krishna Chaturdashi 08:36–04:59 (26.04)−3 Bhadra on earth 08:36–20:34
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Anandadi: Mrityu, Krishna Chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
At sunrise 04:59
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 08:40 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 4 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 05:15 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 03:58 (27.04) more |
| Karana | Shakuni (fixed, inauspicious) · until 08:40 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:15 | nakshatra Ashwini |
|---|---|
| from 08:40 | tithi Amavasya |
| from 08:40 | karana Chatushpada |
| from 20:53 | karana Naga |
| from 03:58 (27.04) | yoga Ayushman |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:16 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:59 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 19:56 |
| End of twilight | 20:39 |
| Moonrise | 05:09 |
| Moonset | 18:54 |
| Day length | 14 h 57 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 10, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 05:15 | from 08:40 |
|---|
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, Revati (04:59–05:15) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Shakuni 04:59–08:40: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Chatushpada 08:40–19:56: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 04:59–08:40: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Muhurta
Anandadi: Utpata 04:59–05:15 Anandadi: Mrityu 05:15–04:56 (27.04)
- Chora Panchaka: 17:28 (21.04)–05:15
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 23:02 (25.04)–11:29
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:46–04:22 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:57–15:57 |
| Godhuli | 19:56–20:14 |
| Pradosha | 19:56–21:44 |
| Nishitha | 00:08–00:44 (27.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:51–00:31 (27.04) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:28–14:20 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:51–08:43 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:35–12:28 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:58–12:58 |
| Varjyam | 02:12–03:53 (27.04) |
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 throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Revati until 05:15, Ashwini from 05:15; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi until 08:40, Amavasya from 08:40; lagna Mesha 04:59, Vrishabha 05:36, Mithuna 07:02, Karka 09:25, Simha 12:22, Kanya 15:23, Tula 18:23
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati (until 05:15) — increase in property; Ashwini (from 05:15) — joy; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 04:59–08:40: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Amavasya 08:40–19:56: 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
Unfavourable day · score S = −4
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: Krishna Chaturdashi
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:59–05:15+1 Yoga Priti 04:59–03:58 (27.04)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Panchaka 04:59–05:15−1 Gandanta 04:59–11:29−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 05:15–04:56 (27.04)−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 04:59–08:40
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Festivals | Chaitra Amavasya |
At sunrise 04:56
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 09:14 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 4 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 06:23 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 03:41 (28.04) more |
| Karana | Naga (fixed, inauspicious) · until 09:14 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:23 | nakshatra Bharani |
|---|---|
| from 09:14 | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
| from 09:14 | karana Kimstughna |
| from 21:42 | karana Bava |
| from 03:41 (28.04) | yoga Saubhagya |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:14 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:56 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 19:58 |
| End of twilight | 20:41 |
| Moonrise | 05:18 |
| Moonset | 20:14 |
| Day length | 15 h 02 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 09:14 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 10, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 06:23 | from 09:14 |
|---|
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, Bharani (06:23–19:58) is good for root crops.
- Naga 04:56–09:14: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Kimstughna 09:14–19:58: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Chaitra Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon — a day of ancestor rites: tarpana, shraddha and charity.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 08:40 (26.04)–09:14
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:56–06:23
Anandadi: Manasa 04:56–06:23 Anandadi: Padma 06:23–04:54 (28.04)
- Gandanta (tithi): 08:49–09:39
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:44–04:20 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:57–12:57 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:58–15:58 |
| Godhuli | 19:58–20:16 |
| Pradosha | 19:58–21:46 |
| Nishitha | 00:08–00:44 (28.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:54–04:37 (28.04) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:20–16:13 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 04:56–06:49 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:42–10:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:57–10:57, 15:58–16:58 |
| Varjyam | 16:39–18:21 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 09:14–12:18, 15:19–19:58
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 09:14–12:18, 15:19–19:58 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 09:14–12:18, 15:19–19:58 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:56–12:18, 15:19–19:58 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Ashwini until 06:23, Bharani from 06:23; tithi Amavasya until 09:14, Shukla-pratipat from 09:14; lagna Mesha 04:56, Vrishabha 05:32, Mithuna 06:58, Karka 09:21, Simha 12:18, Kanya 15:19, Tula 18:19
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini (until 06:23) — joy; Bharani (from 06:23) — facing death (dangers); Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Amavasya 04:56–09:14: 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 = 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: Amavasya
+1 Anandadi: Padma 06:23–04:54 (28.04)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:56–06:23+1 Yoga Ayushman 04:56–03:41 (28.04)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:56–06:23−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:23–04:54 (28.04)−3 Amavasya 04:56–09:14
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Chhatra; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Vaishakha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Festivals | Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 04:54
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 10:18 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 4 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 08:02 more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 03:49 (29.04) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 10:18 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:02 | nakshatra Krittika |
|---|---|
| from 10:18 | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
| from 10:18 | karana Balava |
| from 23:02 | karana Kaulava |
| from 03:49 (29.04) | yoga Shobhana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:11 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:54 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 20:00 |
| End of twilight | 20:44 |
| Moonrise | 05:30 |
| Moonset | 21:34 |
| Day length | 15 h 06 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 9, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:02 | from 10:18 |
|---|
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, Bharani (04:54–08:02) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (08:02–20:00) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Chandra Darshan · Chandra (the Moon)
The first evening after the new moon, when the thin lunar crescent becomes visible. People look at the young Moon, offer it water and pray for well-being; some fast until it appears.
Rule: first visible lunar crescent, 20:00–21:34
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 20:00–21:34
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:54–10:18
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:18–04:52 (29.04)
Anandadi: Chhatra 08:02–04:52 (29.04) Anandadi: Mudgara 04:54–08:02
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:43–04:18 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:57–12:57 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:58–15:59 |
| Godhuli | 20:00–20:18 |
| Pradosha | 20:00–21:47 |
| Nishitha | 00:08–00:44 (29.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:34–12:27 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:14–18:07 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:47–08:41 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:55–08:56, 12:57–13:58 |
| Varjyam | 21:05–22:50 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:28–20:00
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 05:28–20:00 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 05:28–20:00 |
| Cutting toenails | average 05:28–12:14, 15:15–20:00 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 10:18–12:14, 15:15–20:00 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Bharani until 08:02, Krittika from 08:02; tithi Shukla-pratipat until 10:18, Shukla-dvitya from 10:18; lagna Mesha 04:54, Vrishabha 05:28, Mithuna 06:54, Karka 09:17, Simha 12:14, Kanya 15:15, Tula 18:16
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani (until 08:02) — facing death (dangers); Krittika (from 08:02) — consumption (a wasting disease); Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:54–10:18+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 08:02–04:52 (29.04)+1 Yoga Saubhagya 04:54–03:49 (29.04)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 10:18–04:52 (29.04)−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 04:54–08:02−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:54–08:02−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:18–04:52 (29.04)
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 | Best day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Dhwaja; auspicious time — after 10:09 |
|---|---|
| Month | Vaishakha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Festivals | Parashurama Jayanti |
At sunrise 04:52
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 11:53 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 4 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 10:09 more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 04:18 (30.04) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 11:53 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:09 | nakshatra Rohini |
|---|---|
| from 11:53 | tithi Shukla-tritya |
| from 11:53 | karana Taitila |
| from 00:50 (30.04) | karana Gara |
| from 04:18 (30.04) | yoga Atiganda |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:08 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:52 |
| Noon | 12:26 |
| Sunset | 20:02 |
| End of twilight | 20:46 |
| Moonrise | 05:44 |
| Moonset | 22:52 |
| Day length | 15 h 10 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 8, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:09 | from 11:53 |
|---|
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, Krittika (04:52–10:09) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (10:09–20:02) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Parashurama Jayanti · Parashurama
The appearance day of Parashurama — the sixth avatar of Vishnu, “Rama with the axe”. He was born in the evening twilight, so the festival may fall a day before Akshaya Tritiya.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 20:02–21:48
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Tripushkar Yoga 04:52–10:09 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 10:09–04:49 (30.04) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 10:09–04:49 (30.04)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 04:52–10:09 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 10:09–04:49 (30.04)
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 | 03:41–04:16 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:57–12:57 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:59–16:00 |
| Godhuli | 20:02–20:20 |
| Pradosha | 20:02–21:48 |
| Nishitha | 00:08–00:44 (30.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:32–09:17 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:39–10:33 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:21–16:15 |
| Gulika Kalam | 04:52–06:46 |
| Dur Muhurta | 04:52–05:52, 05:52–06:53 |
| Varjyam | 03:51–05:37 (30.04) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:24–20:02
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 05:24–20:02 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 05:24–20:02 |
| Cutting toenails | average 10:09–20:02 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 05:24–20:02 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Krittika until 10:09, Rohini from 10:09; tithi Shukla-dvitya until 11:53, Shukla-tritya from 11:53; lagna Mesha 04:52, Vrishabha 05:24, Mithuna 06:50, Karka 09:13, Simha 12:10, Kanya 15:11, Tula 18:12
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika (until 10:09) — consumption (a wasting disease); Rohini (from 10:09) — destruction of all misfortunes; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
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
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 10:09
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 10:09–04:49 (30.04)+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 04:52–10:09+1 Yoga Shobhana 04:52–04:18 (30.04)+1 Auspicious tithi 04:52–11:53+1 Auspicious nakshatra 10:09–04:49 (30.04)0 Tripushkar Yoga 04:52–10:09−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
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, Anandadi: Prajapati |
|---|---|
| Month | Vaishakha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Festivals | Akshaya Tritiya |
At sunrise 04:49
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 13:54 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 3 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 12:42 more |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 05:04 (01.05) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 13:54 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:42 | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
|---|---|
| from 13:54 | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
| from 13:54 | karana Vanija |
| from 03:02 (01.05) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:06 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:49 |
| Noon | 12:26 |
| Sunset | 20:04 |
| End of twilight | 20:48 |
| Moonrise | 06:04 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 15 h 15 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 12:42 | from 13:54 |
|---|
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 (04:49–12:42) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (12:42–20:04) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Akshaya Tritiya · Lakshmi
The “inexhaustible” third tithi of Vaishakha: whatever is begun or given on this day never diminishes. Favourable for buying gold, new undertakings and weddings without choosing a muhurta; according to legend, the Treta Yuga began on this day, and the Pandavas received the inexhaustible vessel (Akshaya Patra).
Rule: purvahna vyapini: before noon, 04:49–12:27
on the second day the tithi lasts long enough — the second day is chosen
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 12:42–04:47 (01.05)
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:54–04:47 (01.05)
Anandadi: Prajapati 04:49–12:42 Anandadi: Saumya 12:42–04:47 (01.05)
- Bhadra in heaven: 03:02–16:15 (01.05); Bhadra Mukha 03:04–05:16 (01.05); Bhadra Puchha 14:56–16:15 (01.05)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:39–04:14 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:56–12:57 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:59–16:00 |
| Godhuli | 20:04–20:22 |
| Pradosha | 20:04–21:49 |
| Nishitha | 00:08–00:43 (01.05) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:10–10:56 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:10–20:04 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:27–14:21 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:16–18:10 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:02–19:03 |
| Varjyam | 03:51–05:37, 18:59–20:46 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:49–13:54
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:49–13:54 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:49–13:54 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:49–13:54, 15:08–20:04 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Rohini until 12:42, Mrigashirsha from 12:42; tithi Shukla-tritya until 13:54, Shukla-chaturti from 13:54; lagna Mesha 04:49, Vrishabha 05:20, Mithuna 06:46, Karka 09:09, Simha 12:06, Kanya 15:08, Tula 18:08
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini (until 12:42) — destruction of all misfortunes; Mrigashirsha (from 12:42) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 13:54–20:04: 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 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
Favourable day · score S = +2
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
+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 04:49–12:42+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:49–12:42+1 Auspicious tithi 04:49–13:54+1 Ravi Yoga 12:42–04:47 (01.05)0 Swayam Siddha Muhurta0 Yoga Atiganda 04:49–06:46−1 Rikta tithi 13:54–04:47 (01.05)−1 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:54–04:47 (01.05)
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: Vishnu; Aditya — Dhatar. Full moon in nakshatra Chitra. Ritu: Vasanta.
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: Krodhana (No. 59)
Shaka Samvat 1776 · Vikram Samvat 1911 · Kali Yuga 4955
Next year — Rakshasa, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 18.03.1855
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: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth lunar day is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
Meaning: 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
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.
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.
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.
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): 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
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
The Sun in Dhanu or Mina: a month without weddings, housewarmings and other samskaras. Good for prayer, charity and pilgrimage.
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.
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.
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.
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.
“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.
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 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.
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
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 — unfavourable 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 — 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”
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
Lagna for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious signs — Vrishabha, Mithuna, Karka, Kanya, Tula, Makara and Mina; avoided — Mesha, Simha, Vrischika, Dhanu and Kumbha (all except Kumbha are permitted if a benefic occupies the sign or benefics aspect it).
Mesha (Aries) — “great calamities”; Simha (Leo) — “disease and suffering”; Vrischika (Scorpio) — “disease and suffering”; Dhanu (Sagittarius) — “fear of the authorities”; Kumbha (Aquarius) — “ruin of the family”.
Classical rules: have a haircut or shave in the daytime, preferably before noon — not at night or at twilight; not after eating, bathing or anointing the body with oil; not on the day of setting out on a journey; not when one’s wife is pregnant; not on one’s birth nakshatra or the 10th and 19th nakshatras from it, and not during Chandrashtama (the Moon in the 8th sign from the natal Moon). These prohibitions are lifted for a wedding, an initiation, release from prison, mourning for one’s parents and at the ruler’s command.
Sources: the Kalaprakashika of Narasimha (ch. V on haircuts — written about a child’s first haircut, chaula; English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), the Muhurta Chintamani of Rama Daivajna, B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha. The rating is the site’s summary, as in the “Lunar haircut calendar”: starting from a base score of 4, each factor — weekday, nakshatra, tithi and lagna — adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–8: 7–8 good, 4–6 average, 0–3 bad. Windows are the parts of the daytime with the best rating (at least 15 minutes long); for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting, the times of the day’s prohibitions are excluded.
The Sun in Dhanu or Mina: a month without weddings, housewarmings and initiations (a North Indian tradition).
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.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) is in force during the daytime, but not on earth (the Moon is not in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina): the harm is mitigated, yet this time is still usually avoided for weddings, travel and important undertakings.
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth lunar day is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
Meaning: 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)
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.
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.
Lord: Sun
This day is suitable for generosity, celebrations, holidays, performances and festivals. Meetings with high-ranking people and important government affairs are good to carry out on this day.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
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.
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.
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 8 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 16:30–18:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 16:59–18:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
A tithi favourable for new undertakings: in the bright half of the month — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th, in the dark half — the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
Meaning: Deer head (alt. searching star)
Symbol: Deer head
Deity: Soma (Chandra, Moon)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: give realization (attractiveness, shaping)
Auspicious: 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.
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: 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 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
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
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.
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.
“Poisonous” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 4, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 2, Thu — 8, Fri — 9, Sat — 7. Unfavourable for new undertakings, medical treatment and transactions.
One-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.
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.
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.
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: 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-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
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.
“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.
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 — favourable for a haircut
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
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: 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)
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: 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: 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-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
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).
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 5 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 12:00–13:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 12:29–13:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
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: 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: 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-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
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.
“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 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
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The serpent (Naga) patronizes the ninth lunar day, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Meaning: Feeder; feeder of flowers
Symbol: Cow udder, flower (lotus), arrow and circle
Deity: Brhaspati
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give manifestation of spiritual energy, feeding
Auspicious: 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.
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 Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
“Fire-breathing” yoga: the 1st tithi with Mula, the 5th with Bharani, the 8th with Krittika, the 9th with Rohini, the 10th with Ashlesha. Especially harmful for weddings, housewarmings, sowing and beginning studies.
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
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
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: 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: disputes and pain; the first 5 ghatis (about 2 h) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
pruning and weeding
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
−1 — unfavourable 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: Powerful, sufficient
Symbol: Throne, palanquin, royal canopy
Deity: Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: leave the body (temporarily or completely), give transformation similar to death
Inauspicious: difficulties and obstacles; the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
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.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Burnt” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 11, Tue — 5, Wed — 3, Thu — 6, Fri — 8, Sat — 9. Whatever is begun bears no fruit.
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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: 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: 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: Brahma
Auspicious: religious rites, study, spiritual and charitable work.
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-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth lunar day is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
Meaning: Following red
Symbol: Half of the bed under the feet (foot)
Deity: Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: accumulate and prosper through alliances
Auspicious: everything lasting — foundations, building, planting, long-term commitments.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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 Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Meaning: 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
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): 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 Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
sowing seeds, any undertakings
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking 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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
Meaning: Brilliant, clear
Symbol: Pearl or brilliant jewel
Deity: Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: accumulate brilliant qualities (receive well-deserved respect)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
digging, plowing, planting trees
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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: 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
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 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-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
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
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.
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
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: 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)
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 Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-tritya
any undertakings
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking 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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable 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: 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: 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)
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): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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: Born before (eldest, chief)
Symbol: Umbrella or earring, amulet, necklace
Deity: Indra (Leader of the Gods)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: rise up and win, draw strength in battle (looking for the limits of fearlessness)
Inauspicious: 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): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable 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: 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)
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): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
A tithi “burnt” by the Sun in its current sign (the Sun in Dhanu or Mina — the 2nd, in Vrishabha or Kumbha — the 4th, in Mesha or Karka — the 6th, in Mithuna or Kanya — the 8th, in Simha or Vrischika — the 10th, in Tula or Makara — the 12th): unfavourable for new undertakings.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−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: 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)
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): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
Planting and sowing are allowed.
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 — favourable 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: 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
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): 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-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
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).
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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: 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: 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 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-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
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.
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
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.
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: One hundred healers
Symbol: Garland of 100 flowers, circle
Deity: Varuna
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give healing (bodily and spiritual) through Divine Grace
Auspicious: pure and noble deeds, religious rites, study.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 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-dashami
any undertakings
plowing, pruning and weeding
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Especially auspicious: study, sacred rites, peace and reconciliation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh day of the waning Moon is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.
Meaning: 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
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
neutral
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.
−1 — unfavourable 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: 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: 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): 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-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The nitya yoga of “discord” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, and the day suits fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
Group: 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: 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)
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all; good for fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Revati
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
+1 — favourable 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.
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): 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.
Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
+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: 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
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): 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.
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
digging, plowing, planting trees
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.
Patron: Madhusudana; Aditya — Aryaman. Full moon in nakshatra Vishakha. Ritu: Vasanta.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
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-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
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-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
Planting and sowing are allowed.
any undertakings
+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.
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-tritya
any undertakings
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.
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
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).