March 2075 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Phalguna (until 16.03), Chaitra (from 17.03). Periods: until 2.03 — Holashtak; from 15.03 — Kharmas; 17–26.03 — Chaitra Navaratri (spring). Major festivals: 2.03 Holika Dahan; 3.03 Holi (Dhulandi); 17.03 Ugadi, Gudi Padwa — Hindu New Year; 17.03 Chaitra Navaratri: Ghatasthapana; 26.03 Rama Navami.
Icons this month (24)
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
- 7.03 Thu — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Sthira, Auspicious nakshatra until 09:21
Swati (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes. - 8.03 Fri — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) after 11:20
Anuradha (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals. - 13.03 Wed — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Chhatra, Auspicious nakshatra
Shravana (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes. - 17.03 Sun — Swayam Siddha Muhurta, Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Sthira
Uttara-Bhadra (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects. - 19.03 Tue — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Indra, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) after 08:59
Ashwini (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business. - 22.03 Fri — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Mitra, Yoga Priti after 08:29
Rohini (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects. - 23.03 Sat — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Shrivatsa until 11:23
Rohini (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects. - 27.03 Wed — Pushya, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Matanga
Pushya (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Festivals
- 2.03 Sat Holika Dahan
- 2.03 Sat Phalguna Purnima
- 3.03 Sun Holi (Dhulandi)
- 5.03 Tue Angaraki Chaturthi (Bhalachandra)
- 7.03 Thu Rang Panchami
- 9.03 Sat Kalashtami
- 10.03 Sun Sheetala Ashtami (Basoda)
- 12.03 Tue Papmochani Ekadashi
- 13.03 Wed Papmochani Ekadashi — Vaishnava fast
- 14.03 Thu Pradosha Vrat
- 14.03 Thu Masik Shivaratri
- 15.03 Fri Mina Sankranti
- 16.03 Sat Phalguna Amavasya
- 16.03 Sat Shani Amavasya
- 17.03 Sun Ugadi, Gudi Padwa — Hindu New Year
- 17.03 Sun Chaitra Navaratri: Ghatasthapana
- 18.03 Mon Chandra Darshan
- 19.03 Tue Gangaur
- 20.03 Wed Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 22.03 Fri Skanda Shashti
- 22.03 Fri Yamuna Chhath (Yamuna Jayanti)
- 25.03 Mon Durga Ashtami of Chaitra Navaratri
- 26.03 Tue Rama Navami
- 28.03 Thu Kamada Ekadashi
- 29.03 Fri Pradosha Vrat
- 30.03 Sat Mahavir Jayanti
- 31.03 Sun Purnima Vrat
Special muhurta yogas
- 3.03 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 15:44–07:13 (04.03)
- 3.03 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 22:28–07:13 (04.03)
- 8.03 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:20–07:00 (09.03)
- 10.03 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:41–06:55 (11.03)
- 12.03 Tue Tripushkar Yoga 04:18–04:50 (13.03)
- 17.03 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:39–02:00 (18.03)
- 19.03 Tue Amrita Siddhi Yoga 06:34–04:03 (20.03)
- 19.03 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:34–04:03 (20.03)
- 20.03 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:59–06:29 (21.03)
- 23.03 Sat Amrita Siddhi Yoga 06:24–11:23
- 23.03 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:24–11:23
- 23.03 Sat Dwipushkar Yoga 11:23–06:21 (24.03)
- 24.03 Sun Dwipushkar Yoga 06:21–06:27
- 31.03 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 31.03 Sun Amrita Siddhi Yoga 23:57–06:00 (01.04)
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.
Dwipushkar Yoga: The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
Avoid starting important matters
- 2.03 Sat — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Bhadra on earth, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 11.03 Mon — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Vyatipata, Kshaya tithi (unfavourable day)
- 12.03 Tue — Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 15.03 Fri — Krishna Chaturdashi, Sankranti day, Bhadra on earth
- 16.03 Sat — Amavasya, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Panchaka
- 20.03 Wed — Vaidhriti, Vishti (Bhadra), Rikta tithi
- 21.03 Thu — Yamaghanta, Anandadi: Lumbaka (unfavourable day)
- 28.03 Thu — Bhadra on earth, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)
- 29.03 Fri — Anandadi: Kana, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
Sky this month
- 2.03 Full moon (Purnima) 23:07
- 15.03 Mina Sankranti 11:58 — the Sun enters Mina (Pisces)
- 16.03 New moon (Amavasya) 22:26
- 20.03 Vernal equinox 14:47
- There are no eclipses this month.
Periods
- until 2.03 Holashtak
- from 15.03 Kharmas
- 17–26.03 Chaitra Navaratri (spring)
- 14.03 15:14 – 19.03 02:43 Dosha-free Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Jaya (No. 28, “success, conquest”) — A year of success: income, acquisitions, affairs brought to a happy end. more
Manmatha (No. 29, “agitator of the mind (a name of Kama)”) — A year of passions: desires and infatuations get the upper hand; results are mixed. more
Northern samvatsara: Kilaka. Shaka Samvat 1997, Vikram Samvat 2132, Kali Yuga 5176.
Phalguna (Tapasya) — The last month of the lunar year: Holika Dahan and Holi; Mina Sankranti begins the second Kharmas. more
Chaitra (Madhu) — Beginning of the lunar year and of spring: Ugadi (Gudi Padwa), Chaitra Navaratri, Rama Navami, Hanuman Jayanti. A time of renewal and new vows. more
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Times are standard time UTC+3 (from the site settings, without daylight saving time) · panchanga at sunrise (upper limb of the Sun’s disc, with refraction) · ayanamsa Lahiri · place 55°45′ N 37°35′ E · festival dates are calculated for this location by the rules of kala vyapti · times of Sankranti are accurate to within a few minutes
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Auspicious weekday; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Jaya (No. 28) · Shaka 1996 · Vikram 2131 more |
| Period | Holashtak |
At sunrise 07:20
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 23:12 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 3 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 14:52 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 21:37 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 11:02 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:02 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 14:52 | nakshatra Magha |
| from 21:37 | yoga Sukarma |
| from 23:12 | tithi Purnima |
| from 23:12 | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:20 |
| Noon | 12:41 |
| Sunset | 18:04 |
| End of twilight | 18:41 |
| Moonrise | 16:11 |
| Moonset | 07:13 |
| Day length | 10 h 43 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 8, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:52 |
|---|
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, Magha (14:52–18:04) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 07:20–18:04: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
- Holashtak
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:20–14:52
Anandadi: Mrityu 07:20–14:52 Anandadi: Kana 14:52–07:18 (02.03)
- Bhadra on earth: 23:12–11:14 (02.03); Bhadra Puchha 06:59–08:10 (02.03); Bhadra Mukha 08:10–10:10 (02.03)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 08:36–21:06
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:34–06:27 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:20–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:29–15:12 |
| Godhuli | 18:04–18:30 |
| Pradosha | 18:04–20:42 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:07 (02.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:11–14:52 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:21–12:42 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:23–16:43 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:41–10:01 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:29–10:12, 13:03–13:46 |
| Varjyam | 03:14–04:52 (02.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:46–08:27, 09:21–16:19 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ashlesha until 14:52, Magha from 14:52; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi; lagna Kumbha 07:20, Mina 07:46, Mesha 08:27, Vrishabha 09:21, Mithuna 10:53, Karka 13:21, Simha 16:19
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha (until 14:52) — physical affliction (suffering); Magha (from 14:52) — loss of property; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 07:20–18:04: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 07:20–14:52+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Mrityu 07:20–14:52 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Holashtak−1 Anandadi: Kana 14:52–07:18 (02.03)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:20–14:52−2 Rikta tithi 07:20–23:12
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Bhadra on earth |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Jaya (No. 28) · Shaka 1996 · Vikram 2131 more |
| Period | Holashtak |
| Festivals | Holika Dahan · Phalguna Purnima |
At sunrise 07:18
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 23:07 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 3 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 15:35 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 20:25 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 11:14 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:14 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 15:35 | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
| from 20:25 | yoga Dhriti |
| from 23:07 | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 23:07 | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:41 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:18 |
| Noon | 12:41 |
| Sunset | 18:06 |
| End of twilight | 18:43 |
| Moonrise | 17:27 |
| Moonset | 07:37 |
| Day length | 10 h 47 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 23:07 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 9, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:35 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (07:18–15:35) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (15:35–18:06) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:18–11:14: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Holika Dahan · Narasimha and Prahlada
On the evening of the full moon of Phalguna the bonfire of Holika is burnt — in memory of Prahlada’s rescue from the fire in which the demoness Holika perished. The bonfire is lit in Pradosha, avoiding Bhadra.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 18:06–20:44
the tithi is free of Bhadra at the decisive time
Phalguna Purnima · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon of Phalguna: Holika Dahan is timed to it (by the rule of Pradosha free of Bhadra — sometimes on the eve); Gaura Purnima (the appearance of Chaitanya), Lakshmi Jayanti.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 23:12 (01.03)–23:07
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Holashtak
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:18–23:07
Anandadi: Padma 07:18–15:35 Anandadi: Lumbaka 15:35–07:15 (03.03)
- Bhadra on earth: 23:12 (01.03)–11:14; Bhadra Puchha 06:59–08:10; Bhadra Mukha 08:10–10:10
- Gandanta (tithi): 22:43–23:30
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:32–06:25 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:20–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:30–15:13 |
| Godhuli | 18:06–18:32 |
| Pradosha | 18:06–20:44 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:07 (03.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:07–14:45 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:00–11:21 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:03–15:24 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:18–08:39 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:18–08:01, 08:01–08:44 |
| Varjyam | 23:38–01:14 (03.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Magha until 15:35, Purva-Phalguni from 15:35; tithi Purnima; lagna Kumbha 07:18, Mina 07:42, Mesha 08:23, Vrishabha 09:17, Mithuna 10:49, Karka 13:17, Simha 16:15
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha (until 15:35) — loss of property; Purva-Phalguni (from 15:35) — ill health; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Purnima 07:18–18:06: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 07:18–11:14: 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:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+1 Anandadi: Padma 07:18–15:35+1 Yoga Sukarma 07:18–20:250 Holashtak0 Anandadi: Lumbaka 15:35–07:15 (03.03)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:18–15:35−1 Bhadra on earth 07:18–11:14−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:18–23:07
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: Chhatra, Yoga Dhriti; auspicious time — after 15:44 |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Jaya (No. 28) · Shaka 1996 · Vikram 2131 more |
| Festivals | Holi (Dhulandi) |
At sunrise 07:15
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 22:28 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 3 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 15:44 more |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 18:48 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 10:51 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:51 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 15:44 | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
| from 18:48 | yoga Shula |
| from 22:28 | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 22:28 | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:38 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:15 |
| Noon | 12:41 |
| Sunset | 18:08 |
| End of twilight | 18:45 |
| Moonrise | 18:46 |
| Moonset | 07:56 |
| Day length | 10 h 52 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 4, bad — 6
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:44 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (07:15–15:44) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (15:44–18:08) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Holi (Dhulandi) · Krishna and Radha
The spring festival of colours: on the day after Holika Dahan people shower each other with coloured powders and drench each other with water; grievances and caste distinctions are forgotten.
Rule: relative to a neighbouring festival
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 15:44–07:13 (04.03) Tripushkar Yoga 22:28–07:13 (04.03)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:15–22:28
Anandadi: Chhatra 07:15–15:44 Anandadi: Mitra 15:44–07:13 (04.03)
Tripushkar Yoga: A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:30–06:23 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:20–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:30–15:14 |
| Godhuli | 18:08–18:34 |
| Pradosha | 18:08–20:45 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:06 (04.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:17–10:54 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:46–18:08 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:42–14:03 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:25–16:46 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:41–17:24 |
| Varjyam | 22:50–00:25 (04.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 15:44–16:11
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 15:44–16:11 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 15:44–16:11 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 15:44–16:11 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni until 15:44, Uttara-Phalguni from 15:44; tithi Krishna-pratipat; lagna Kumbha 07:15, Mina 07:38, Mesha 08:19, Vrishabha 09:13, Mithuna 10:45, Karka 13:13, Simha 16:11
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni (until 15:44) — ill health; Uttara-Phalguni (from 15:44) — destruction of all diseases; Sunday — physical well-being.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 15:44
+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 07:15–15:44+1 Yoga Dhriti 07:15–18:48+1 Auspicious tithi 07:15–22:28+1 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 15:44–07:13 (04.03)0 Auspicious nakshatra 15:44–07:13 (04.03)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:15–22:28 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Tripushkar Yoga 22:28–07:13 (04.03)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:15–15:44
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: Shrivatsa, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Jaya (No. 28) · Shaka 1996 · Vikram 2131 more |
At sunrise 07:13
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 21:23 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 3 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 15:25 more |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 16:49 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 09:58 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:58 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 15:25 | nakshatra Hasta |
| from 16:49 | yoga Ganda |
| from 21:23 | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 21:23 | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:36 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:13 |
| Noon | 12:41 |
| Sunset | 18:10 |
| End of twilight | 18:47 |
| Moonrise | 20:06 |
| Moonset | 08:14 |
| Day length | 10 h 57 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 15:25 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (07:13–15:25) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (15:25–18:10) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:13–21:23
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:13–15:25 Anandadi: Vajra 15:25–07:10 (05.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:28–06:20 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:19–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:31–15:15 |
| Godhuli | 18:10–18:36 |
| Pradosha | 18:10–20:46 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:06 (05.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:18–09:53 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:35–09:57 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:19–12:41 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:03–15:26 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:03–13:47, 15:15–15:58 |
| Varjyam | 23:34–01:07 (05.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:34–08:15, 09:09–16:07 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni until 15:25, Hasta from 15:25; tithi Krishna-dvitya; lagna Kumbha 07:13, Mina 07:34, Mesha 08:15, Vrishabha 09:09, Mithuna 10:41, Karka 13:09, Simha 16:07
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni (until 15:25) — destruction of all diseases; Hasta (from 15:25) — imparting radiance (to the person); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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: Shrivatsa 07:13–15:25+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:13–15:25+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:13–21:230 Yoga Ganda 16:49–18:590 Anandadi: Vajra 15:25–07:10 (05.03)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:13–21:23
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Saumya; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Jaya (No. 28) · Shaka 1996 · Vikram 2131 more |
| Festivals | Angaraki Chaturthi (Bhalachandra) |
At sunrise 07:10
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 19:55 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 3 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 14:43 more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 14:32 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 08:41 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:41 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 14:32 | yoga Vriddhi |
| from 14:43 | nakshatra Chitra |
| from 19:55 | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
| from 19:55 | karana Bava |
| from 07:06 (06.03) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:33 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:10 |
| Noon | 12:41 |
| Sunset | 18:12 |
| End of twilight | 18:49 |
| Moonrise | 21:28 |
| Moonset | 08:31 |
| Day length | 11 h 01 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 14:43 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (07:10–14:43) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (14:43–18:12) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:41–18:12: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Angaraki Chaturthi (Bhalachandra) · Ganesha
A Sankashti falling on a Tuesday — the day of Mars (Angaraka) — is the most favourable of all Sankashtis: a fast on this day is equated with observing every Sankashti of the year.
Rule: at moonrise, 21:28
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:10–19:55
Anandadi: Saumya 07:10–14:43 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 14:43–07:08 (06.03)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 08:41–19:55; Bhadra Puchha 15:59–17:06; Bhadra Mukha 17:06–18:59
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:26–06:18 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:19–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:31–15:16 |
| Godhuli | 18:12–18:38 |
| Pradosha | 18:12–20:47 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:06 (06.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:53–10:27 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:27–16:49 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:56–11:18 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:41–14:04 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:23–10:07, 23:22–00:14 (06.03) |
| Varjyam | 22:24–23:56 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 07:30–08:11, 09:05–16:04 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Hasta until 14:43, Chitra from 14:43; tithi Krishna-tritya; lagna Kumbha 07:10, Mina 07:30, Mesha 08:11, Vrishabha 09:05, Mithuna 10:37, Karka 13:05, Simha 16:04
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta (until 14:43) — imparting radiance (to the person); Chitra (from 14:43) — improvement of well-being; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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) 07:10–19:55+1 Anandadi: Saumya 07:10–14:43+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:10–14:43+1 Auspicious tithi 07:10–19:550 Yoga Vriddhi 14:32–07:08 (06.03)0 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 14:43–07:08 (06.03)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:41–19:55
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: Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Vriddhi; cons: Rikta tithi, Surya Dagdha tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Jaya (No. 28) · Shaka 1996 · Vikram 2131 more |
At sunrise 07:08
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 18:13 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 3 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 13:45 more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 12:01 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 18:13 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:01 | yoga Dhruva |
|---|---|
| from 13:45 | nakshatra Swati |
| from 18:13 | tithi Krishna-panchami |
| from 18:13 | karana Kaulava |
| from 05:18 (07.03) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:31 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:08 |
| Noon | 12:40 |
| Sunset | 18:14 |
| End of twilight | 18:51 |
| Moonrise | 22:51 |
| Moonset | 08:48 |
| Day length | 11 h 06 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 13:45 | from 18:13 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (07:08–13:45) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (13:45–18:14) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Anandadi: Kaladanda 07:08–13:45 Anandadi: Dhumra 13:45–07:05 (07.03)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-chaturti
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:24–06:16 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:32–15:16 |
| Godhuli | 18:14–18:40 |
| Pradosha | 18:14–20:48 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:05 (07.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:36–09:09, 04:13–05:45 (07.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:41–14:04 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:31–09:54 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:18–12:41 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:19–13:03 |
| Varjyam | 19:05–20:36 |
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 Chitra until 13:45, Swati from 13:45; tithi Krishna-chaturti until 18:13, Krishna-panchami from 18:13; lagna Kumbha 07:08, Mina 07:26, Mesha 08:07, Vrishabha 09:01, Mithuna 10:33, Karka 13:01, Simha 16:00
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra (until 13:45) — improvement of well-being; Swati (from 13:45) — relief from all suffering; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 07:08–18:13: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:08–13:45+1 Yoga Vriddhi 07:08–12:01+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious tithi 18:13–07:05 (07.03)−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 07:08–13:45−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 07:08–18:13−2 Rikta tithi 07:08–18:13
| Summary | Best day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Sthira; auspicious time — until 09:21 |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Jaya (No. 28) · Shaka 1996 · Vikram 2131 more |
| Festivals | Rang Panchami |
At sunrise 07:05
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 16:20 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 4 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 12:36 more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 09:21 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 16:20 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:21 | yoga Vyaghata |
|---|---|
| from 12:36 | nakshatra Vishakha |
| from 16:20 | tithi Krishna-shashti |
| from 16:20 | karana Gara |
| from 03:21 (08.03) | karana Vanija |
| from 06:36 (08.03) | yoga Harshana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:28 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:05 |
| Noon | 12:40 |
| Sunset | 18:16 |
| End of twilight | 18:53 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 09:08 |
| Day length | 11 h 11 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 2, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:36 | from 16:20 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (07:05–12:36) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (12:36–18:16) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Rang Panchami · Krishna and Radha
The fifth day after Holi: people play with colours again (Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh), invoking the deities and purifying the atmosphere.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 18:13 (06.03)–16:20
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:05–16:20
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:20–07:03 (08.03)
Anandadi: Sthira 07:05–12:36 Anandadi: Vardhamana 12:36–07:03 (08.03)
- Gandanta (tithi): 15:58–16:42
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:22–06:14 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:18–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:32–15:17 |
| Godhuli | 18:16–18:42 |
| Pradosha | 18:16–20:49 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:05 (08.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:00–04:31 (08.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:05–15:28 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:05–08:29 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:53–11:17 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:49–11:34, 15:17–16:02 |
| Varjyam | 17:54–19:25 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:22–08:03, 08:58–12:36
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 | good 07:22–08:03, 08:58–12:36 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 07:22–08:03, 08:58–12:36 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:22–08:03, 08:58–12:36 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Swati until 12:36, Vishakha from 12:36; tithi Krishna-panchami until 16:20, Krishna-shashti from 16:20; lagna Kumbha 07:05, Mina 07:22, Mesha 08:03, Vrishabha 08:58, Mithuna 10:29, Karka 12:57, Simha 15:56
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati (until 12:36) — relief from all suffering; Vishakha (from 12:36) — loss of money; Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 09:21
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:05–16:20+1 Anandadi: Sthira 07:05–12:36+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:05–12:36+1 Yoga Dhruva 07:05–09:21+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:05–16:200 Yoga Vyaghata 09:21–12:320 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:20–07:03 (08.03)
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 | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 11:20 |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Jaya (No. 28) · Shaka 1996 · Vikram 2131 more |
At sunrise 07:03
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 14:21 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 4 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 11:20 more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 03:47 (09.03) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 14:21 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:20 | nakshatra Anuradha |
|---|---|
| from 14:21 | tithi Krishna-saptami |
| from 14:21 | karana Vishti |
| from 01:21 (09.03) | karana Bava |
| from 03:47 (09.03) | yoga Vajra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:26 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:03 |
| Noon | 12:40 |
| Sunset | 18:18 |
| End of twilight | 18:55 |
| Moonrise | 00:15 |
| Moonset | 09:31 |
| Day length | 11 h 15 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 8, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:20 | from 14:21 |
|---|
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, Vishakha (07:03–11:20) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (11:20–18:18) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 14:21–18:18: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:03–14:21 Ravi Yoga 11:20–07:00 (09.03) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:20–07:00 (09.03)
Krakacha Yoga 14:21–07:00 (09.03) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:21–07:00 (09.03)
Anandadi: Matanga 07:03–11:20 Anandadi: Rakshasa 11:20–07:00 (09.03)
- Bhadra in heaven: 14:21–01:21 (09.03); Bhadra Puchha 18:45–19:51; Bhadra Mukha 19:51–21:41
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:20–06:11 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:18–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:33–15:18 |
| Godhuli | 18:18–18:44 |
| Pradosha | 18:18–20:51 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:04 (09.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:11–01:42 (09.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:16–12:40 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:29–16:54 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:27–09:51 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:18–10:03, 13:03–13:48 |
| Varjyam | 15:07–16:38 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:18–07:59, 08:54–18:18
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:18–07:59, 08:54–18:18 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:18–07:59, 08:54–18:18 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 11:20–15:52 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Vishakha until 11:20, Anuradha from 11:20; tithi Krishna-shashti until 14:21, Krishna-saptami from 14:21; lagna Kumbha 07:03, Mina 07:18, Mesha 07:59, Vrishabha 08:54, Mithuna 10:25, Karka 12:53, Simha 15:52
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha (until 11:20) — loss of money; Anuradha (from 11:20) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +8
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 11:20
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:20–07:00 (09.03)+2 Ravi Yoga 11:20–07:00 (09.03)+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:03–14:21+1 Anandadi: Matanga 07:03–11:20+1 Yoga Harshana 07:03–03:47 (09.03)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 11:20–07:00 (09.03)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:21–07:00 (09.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 14:21–01:21 (09.03)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 11:20–07:00 (09.03)−1 Krakacha Yoga 14:21–07:00 (09.03)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Amrita; cons: Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Jaya (No. 28) · Shaka 1996 · Vikram 2131 more |
| Festivals | Kalashtami |
At sunrise 07:00
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 12:19 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 4 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 10:01 more |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 00:57 (10.03) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 12:19 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:01 | nakshatra Jyestha |
|---|---|
| from 12:19 | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
| from 12:19 | karana Balava |
| from 23:18 | karana Kaulava |
| from 00:57 (10.03) | yoga Siddhi |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:23 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:00 |
| Noon | 12:40 |
| Sunset | 18:20 |
| End of twilight | 18:57 |
| Moonrise | 01:38 |
| Moonset | 10:01 |
| Day length | 11 h 20 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 4, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:01 | from 12:19 |
|---|
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, Anuradha (07:00–10:01) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (10:01–18:20) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Kalashtami · Kalabhairava
The eighth day of the waning Moon is dedicated to Kalabhairava, the fierce form of Shiva. The day is chosen so that Ashtami prevails at the beginning of the night (Pradosha). Devotees fast, worship Bhairava in the evening and at night, and feed dogs — the dog is his mount.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 18:20–20:52
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:00–10:01
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:00–12:19
Anandadi: Amrita 07:00–10:01 Anandadi: Musala 10:01–06:57 (10.03)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 03:01–14:21 (10.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:18–06:09 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:17–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:34–15:19 |
| Godhuli | 18:20–18:46 |
| Pradosha | 18:20–20:52 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:04 (10.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:22–01:53 (10.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:50–11:15 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:05–15:30 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:00–08:25 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:00–07:45, 07:45–08:31 |
| Varjyam | 15:18–16:49 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:14–07:56, 08:50–12:19
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:14–07:56, 08:50–12:19 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:14–07:56, 08:50–12:19 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:00–12:19 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Anuradha until 10:01, Jyestha from 10:01; tithi Krishna-saptami until 12:19, Krishna-ashtami from 12:19; lagna Kumbha 07:00, Mina 07:14, Mesha 07:56, Vrishabha 08:50, Mithuna 10:21, Karka 12:49, Simha 15:48
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 10:01) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 10:01) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 12:19–18:20: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (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
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 07:00–10:01+1 Anandadi: Amrita 07:00–10:01+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:00–10:01−1 Ashtami 12:19–06:57 (10.03)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 10:01–06:57 (10.03)−1 Anandadi: Musala 10:01–06:57 (10.03)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:00–12:19
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Siddhi; auspicious time — after 14:21 |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Jaya (No. 28) · Shaka 1996 · Vikram 2131 more |
| Festivals | Sheetala Ashtami (Basoda) |
At sunrise 06:57
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 10:17 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 4 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 08:41 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 22:07 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 10:17 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:41 | nakshatra Mula |
|---|---|
| from 10:17 | tithi Krishna-navami |
| from 10:17 | karana Taitila |
| from 21:15 | karana Gara |
| from 22:07 | yoga Vyatipata |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:21 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:57 |
| Noon | 12:39 |
| Sunset | 18:22 |
| End of twilight | 18:59 |
| Moonrise | 02:57 |
| Moonset | 10:40 |
| Day length | 11 h 24 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 3, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:17 |
|---|
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, Jyestha (06:57–08:41) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (08:41–18:22) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Sheetala Ashtami (Basoda) · Sheetala
Worship of the goddess Sheetala, protector against smallpox and fevers: on this day the hearth is not lit and food cooked the day before is eaten.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 12:19 (09.03)–10:17
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:41–06:55 (11.03) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:41–06:55 (11.03)
Anandadi: Siddhi 08:41–06:55 (11.03) Anandadi: Kana 06:57–08:41
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 03:01–14:21
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:16–06:07 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:17–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:34–15:20 |
| Godhuli | 18:22–18:47 |
| Pradosha | 18:22–20:53 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:04 (11.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:19–02:49 (11.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:57–18:22 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:40–14:06 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:31–16:57 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:51–17:37 |
| Varjyam | 05:51–07:21 (11.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Jyestha until 08:41, Mula from 08:41; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 10:17, Krishna-navami from 10:17; lagna Kumbha 06:57, Mina 07:10, Mesha 07:52, Vrishabha 08:46, Mithuna 10:17, Karka 12:45, Simha 15:44
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha (until 08:41) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Mula (from 08:41) — ruin of the family; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 06:57–10:17: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Krishna-navami 10:17–18:22: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 14:21
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:41–06:55 (11.03)+2 Yoga Siddhi 06:57–22:07+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 08:41–06:55 (11.03)+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:41–06:55 (11.03)0 Anandadi: Kana 06:57–08:41−1 Gandanta 06:57–14:21−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:57–08:41−1 Rikta tithi 10:17–06:55 (11.03)
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 | Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Vyatipata |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Jaya (No. 28) · Shaka 1996 · Vikram 2131 more |
At sunrise 06:55
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 08:14 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 4 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 07:21 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 19:19 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 08:14 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:21 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
|---|---|
| from 08:14 | tithi Krishna-dashami (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
| from 08:14 | karana Vanija |
| from 19:14 | karana Vishti |
| from 19:19 | yoga Variyana |
| from 06:04 (12.03) | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
| from 06:14 (12.03) | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
| from 06:14 (12.03) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:18 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:55 |
| Noon | 12:39 |
| Sunset | 18:24 |
| End of twilight | 19:01 |
| Moonrise | 04:07 |
| Moonset | 11:32 |
| Day length | 11 h 29 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 8, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:21 | from 08:14 |
|---|
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, Mula (06:55–07:21) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (07:21–18:24) is good for root crops.
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:14–06:52 (12.03) Krakacha Yoga 06:14–06:52 (12.03)
Anandadi: Lumbaka 06:55–07:21 Anandadi: Utpata 07:21–06:04 (12.03) Anandadi: Mrityu 06:04–06:52 (12.03)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 19:14–06:14 (12.03); Bhadra Puchha 20:53–21:59; Bhadra Mukha 21:59–23:49
- Gandanta (tithi): 05:52–06:36 (12.03)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:15–06:05 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:17–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:35–15:21 |
| Godhuli | 18:24–18:49 |
| Pradosha | 18:24–20:54 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:03 (12.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:31–03:02 (12.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:21–09:47 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:13–12:40 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:06–15:32 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:03–13:49, 15:21–16:07 |
| Varjyam | 05:51–07:21, 16:26–17:57 |
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 08:42–15:40 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Mula until 07:21, Purva-Ashadha from 07:21; tithi Krishna-navami until 08:14, Krishna-dashami from 08:14; lagna Kumbha 06:55, Mina 07:06, Mesha 07:48, Vrishabha 08:42, Mithuna 10:13, Karka 12:41, Simha 15:40
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 07:21) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 07:21) — ruin of the family; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 06:55–08:14: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vyatipata 06:55–18:24: 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
Unfavourable day · score S = −10
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
Avoid starting important matters: Vyatipata, Kshaya tithi
+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:55–07:21−2 Kshaya tithi−2 Rikta tithi 06:55–08:14−3 Anandadi: Utpata 07:21–06:04 (12.03)−3 Vyatipata 06:55–19:19
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Jaya (No. 28) · Shaka 1996 · Vikram 2131 more |
| Festivals | Papmochani Ekadashi |
At sunrise 06:52
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 04:18 (13.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 1 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 04:50 (13.03) more |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 16:32 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 17:16 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:32 | yoga Parigha |
|---|---|
| from 17:16 | karana Balava |
| from 04:18 (13.03) | tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
| from 04:18 (13.03) | karana Kaulava |
| from 04:50 (13.03) | nakshatra Shravana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:16 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:52 |
| Noon | 12:39 |
| Sunset | 18:27 |
| End of twilight | 19:03 |
| Moonrise | 05:05 |
| Moonset | 12:37 |
| Day length | 11 h 34 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 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (06:52–18:27) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Papmochani Ekadashi · Vishnu
The last Ekadashi of the lunar year (dark half of Phalguna). “Liberator from sins”: the fast removes accumulated misdeeds.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 06:14–04:18 (13.03)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 13:49–16:09 (13.03)
Vaishnava date: 13.03
Muhurta
Tripushkar Yoga 04:18–04:50 (13.03)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:52–04:18 (13.03) Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 06:52–04:50 (13.03)
Anandadi: Manasa 06:52–23:08 Anandadi: Padma 23:08–06:22 (13.03) Anandadi: Lumbaka 06:22–06:50 (13.03)
Tripushkar Yoga: A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:13–06:02 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:16–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:35–15:21 |
| Godhuli | 18:27–18:51 |
| Pradosha | 18:27–20:55 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:03 (13.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:46–00:17 (13.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:33–17:00 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:46–11:13 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:39–14:06 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:11–09:57, 23:24–00:13 (13.03) |
| Varjyam | 13:39–15:11 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:03–07:44, 08:38–15:36
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 07:03–07:44, 08:38–15:36 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:03–07:44, 08:38–15:36 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha; tithi Krishna-ekadashi; lagna Kumbha 06:52, Mina 07:03, Mesha 07:44, Vrishabha 08:38, Mithuna 10:09, Karka 12:37, Simha 15:36
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha — improved health; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
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
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+1 Anandadi: Manasa 06:52–23:08+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:52–04:50 (13.03)+1 Yoga Variyana 06:52–16:320 Tripushkar Yoga 04:18–04:50 (13.03)0 Yoga Parigha 16:32–03:11 (13.03)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:52–04:18 (13.03)−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 06:52–04:50 (13.03)
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 | Best day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Chhatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Jaya (No. 28) · Shaka 1996 · Vikram 2131 more |
| Festivals | Papmochani Ekadashi — Vaishnava fast |
At sunrise 06:50
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 02:29 (14.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 1 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 03:44 (14.03) more |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 13:50 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 15:22 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:50 | yoga Shiva |
|---|---|
| from 15:22 | karana Taitila |
| from 02:29 (14.03) | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
| from 02:29 (14.03) | karana Gara |
| from 03:44 (14.03) | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:13 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:50 |
| Noon | 12:39 |
| Sunset | 18:29 |
| End of twilight | 19:05 |
| Moonrise | 05:49 |
| Moonset | 13:52 |
| Day length | 11 h 38 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 7, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (06:50–18:29) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Papmochani Ekadashi — Vaishnava fast · Vishnu
Vaishnavas (ISKCON) keep this Ekadashi on a different day from Smartas.
Smarta date: 12.03
Ekadashi began only within Arunodaya (later than 4 ghatis before sunrise), so Arunodaya is “touched” by Dashami — Vaishnavas move the fast to the next day.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:50–02:29 (14.03)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 02:29–06:47 (14.03) Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:44–06:47 (14.03)
Anandadi: Chhatra 06:50–03:44 (14.03) Anandadi: Mitra 03:44–06:47 (14.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:11–06:00 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:36–15:22 |
| Godhuli | 18:29–18:53 |
| Pradosha | 18:29–20:56 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:02 (14.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:49–19:20 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:39–14:06 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:17–09:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:12–12:39 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:16–13:02 |
| Varjyam | 08:39–10:11 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:59–07:40, 08:34–15:32
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 06:59–07:40, 08:34–15:32 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 06:59–07:40, 08:34–15:32 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:59–07:40, 08:34–15:32 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Shravana; tithi Krishna-dvadashi; lagna Kumbha 06:50, Mina 06:59, Mesha 07:40, Vrishabha 08:34, Mithuna 10:05, Karka 12:33, Simha 15:32
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana — bodily development (physical growth); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:50–02:29 (14.03)+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 06:50–03:44 (14.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:50–03:44 (14.03)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Yoga Shiva 13:50–06:47 (14.03)
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 — Yoga Siddha, Anandadi: Shrivatsa; auspicious time — after 11:15; auspicious time — until 15:14 |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Jaya (No. 28) · Shaka 1996 · Vikram 2131 more |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat · Masik Shivaratri |
At sunrise 06:47
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 00:50 (15.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 1 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 02:48 (15.03) more |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 11:15 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 13:38 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:15 | yoga Siddha |
|---|---|
| from 13:38 | karana Vanija |
| from 00:50 (15.03) | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
| from 00:50 (15.03) | karana Vishti |
| from 02:48 (15.03) | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:10 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:47 |
| Noon | 12:38 |
| Sunset | 18:31 |
| End of twilight | 19:07 |
| Moonrise | 06:22 |
| Moonset | 15:13 |
| Day length | 11 h 43 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 2, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
Festivals and periods
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 18:31–20:57
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
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, 00:50–01:02 (15.03)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 00:50–06:44 (15.03)
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 06:47–02:48 (15.03) Anandadi: Vajra 02:48–06:44 (15.03)
- Bhadra on earth: 00:50–12:06 (15.03); Bhadra Mukha 00:50–02:43 (15.03); Bhadra Puchha 11:01–12:09 (15.03)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 15:14–02:43 (19.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:09–05:58 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:15–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:36–15:23 |
| Godhuli | 18:31–18:55 |
| Pradosha | 18:31–20:57 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:02 (15.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:48–18:20 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:07–15:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:47–08:15 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:43–11:11 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:42–11:28, 15:23–16:10 |
| Varjyam | 07:35–09:07 |
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 06:55–07:36, 08:30–15:28 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Dhanishtha; tithi Krishna-trayodashi; lagna Kumbha 06:47, Mina 06:55, Mesha 07:36, Vrishabha 08:30, Mithuna 10:02, Karka 12:30, Simha 15:28, Kanya 18:29
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha — longevity (increased vitality); Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 11:15
Auspicious time ends by 15:14
+1 Yoga Siddha 11:15–06:44 (15.03)+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 06:47–02:48 (15.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:47–02:48 (15.03)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Panchaka 15:14–06:44 (15.03)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Sankranti day |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Jaya (No. 28) · Shaka 1996 · Vikram 2131 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Mina Sankranti |
At sunrise 06:44
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 23:27 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 1 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 02:08 (16.03) more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 08:50 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 12:06 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:50 | yoga Sadhya |
|---|---|
| from 12:06 | karana Shakuni |
| from 23:27 | tithi Amavasya |
| from 23:27 | karana Chatushpada |
| from 02:08 (16.03) | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
| from 06:39 (16.03) | yoga Shubha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:08 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:44 |
| Noon | 12:38 |
| Sunset | 18:33 |
| End of twilight | 19:09 |
| Moonrise | 06:48 |
| Moonset | 16:35 |
| Day length | 11 h 48 min |
Sky
| Mina Sankranti | 11:58 — the Sun enters Mina (Pisces) |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 11, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (06:44–18:33) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:44–12:06: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shakuni 12:06–18:33: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Krishna-chaturdashi 06:44–18:33: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Mina Sankranti · Surya
The Sun enters the sidereal sign of Pisces: the second Kharmas of the year (Mina Masa) begins — weddings and housewarmings are not held until Mesha Sankranti.
Rule: by the moment of Sankranti, 11:58–18:22
on the day the Sun enters the sign
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Anandadi: Saumya 06:44–02:08 (16.03) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 02:08–06:42 (16.03)
- Bhadra on earth: 00:50–12:06; Bhadra Mukha 00:50–02:43; Bhadra Puchha 11:01–12:09
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 15:14 (14.03)–02:43 (19.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:07–05:56 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:15–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:37–15:24 |
| Godhuli | 18:33–18:57 |
| Pradosha | 18:33–20:59 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:02 (16.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:08–20:41 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:10–12:39 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:36–17:04 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:13–09:42 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:06–09:53, 13:02–13:49 |
| Varjyam | 09:48–11:21 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Shatabhisha; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi; lagna Kumbha 06:44, Mina 06:51, Mesha 07:32, Vrishabha 08:26, Mithuna 09:58, Karka 12:26, Simha 15:24, Kanya 18:25
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha — gaining strength; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 06:44–18:33: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Sankranti at 11:58 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 06:44–12:06: 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).
- 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: Krishna Chaturdashi, Sankranti day
+2 Yoga Siddha 06:44–08:50+1 Anandadi: Saumya 06:44–02:08 (16.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:44–02:08 (16.03)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Kharmas−1 Panchaka all day−1 Sankranti day−1 Bhadra on earth 06:44–12:06−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 06:44–23:27
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 | Avoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Jaya (No. 28) · Shaka 1996 · Vikram 2131 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Shani Amavasya · Phalguna Amavasya |
At sunrise 06:42
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 22:26 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 1 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 01:50 (17.03) more |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 04:47 (17.03) more |
| Karana | Chatushpada (fixed, inauspicious) · until 10:53 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:53 | karana Naga |
|---|---|
| from 22:26 | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
| from 22:26 | karana Kimstughna |
| from 01:50 (17.03) | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
| from 04:47 (17.03) | yoga Shukla |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:05 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:42 |
| Noon | 12:38 |
| Sunset | 18:35 |
| End of twilight | 19:12 |
| Moonrise | 07:08 |
| Moonset | 17:56 |
| Day length | 11 h 52 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 22:26 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 3, bad — 10
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (06:42–18:35) is good for root crops.
- Chatushpada 06:42–10:53: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Naga 10:53–18:35: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Shani Amavasya · Shani (Saturn)
A new moon on a Saturday — the best day to propitiate Shani: oil lamps, charity of black sesame and oil, worship of Hanuman.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 23:27 (15.03)–22:26
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Phalguna Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon of Phalguna — the last day of the lunar year; it is followed (usually the next day, sometimes the same day) by Ugadi, the New Year.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 23:27 (15.03)–22:26
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Anandadi: Kaladanda 06:42–01:50 (17.03) Anandadi: Dhumra 01:50–06:39 (17.03)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 15:14 (14.03)–02:43 (19.03)
- Gandanta (tithi): 22:03–22:49
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:05–05:53 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:15–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:37–15:25 |
| Godhuli | 18:35–18:59 |
| Pradosha | 18:35–21:00 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:01 (17.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:56–19:31 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:40–11:09 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:07–15:36 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:42–08:11 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:42–07:29, 07:29–08:17 |
| Varjyam | 08:27–10:02 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra; tithi Amavasya; lagna Kumbha 06:42, Mina 06:47, Mesha 07:28, Vrishabha 08:22, Mithuna 09:54, Karka 12:22, Simha 15:20, Kanya 18:21
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra — facing death (dangers); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Amavasya 06:42–18:35: 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 = −5
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya
+2 Yoga Shubha 06:42–04:47 (17.03)0 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 06:42–01:50 (17.03)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:42–01:50 (17.03)−3 Amavasya 06:42–22:26
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Swayam Siddha Muhurta, Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 1997 · Vikram 2132 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 1 · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Ugadi, Gudi Padwa — Hindu New Year · Chaitra Navaratri: Ghatasthapana |
At sunrise 06:39
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 21:52 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 1 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 02:00 (18.03) more |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 03:17 (18.03) more |
| Karana | Kimstughna (fixed) · until 10:05 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:05 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 21:52 | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
| from 21:52 | karana Balava |
| from 02:00 (18.03) | nakshatra Revati |
| from 03:17 (18.03) | yoga Brahma |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:03 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:39 |
| Noon | 12:37 |
| Sunset | 18:37 |
| End of twilight | 19:14 |
| Moonrise | 07:25 |
| Moonset | 19:15 |
| Day length | 11 h 57 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 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (06:39–18:37) is good for sowing.
- Kimstughna 06:39–10:05: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Ugadi, Gudi Padwa — Hindu New Year · Brahma
The first day of the bright half of Chaitra — the beginning of the new lunar year (samvatsara) and of the new year of the Shaka era. According to the Brahma Purana, Brahma created the world on this day. In Maharashtra (Gudi Padwa) people raise the gudi — a pole topped with an inverted pot and silk cloth — and eat a paste of neem leaves with jaggery; in Andhra and Karnataka they prepare the bittersweet Ugadi Pachadi with neem flowers.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 22:26 (16.03)–21:52
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Chaitra Navaratri: Ghatasthapana · Durga
The beginning of the spring Navaratri — the nine nights of the Mother Goddess. In the morning, within the first third of the day, the kalasha is installed (Ghatasthapana) and barley is sown; each day one of the nine forms of Durga is worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 22:26 (16.03)–21:52
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Ghatasthapana: 06:39–10:38
Abhijit Muhurta (fallback time): 12:14–13:02
Navaratri, day 1: Shailaputri · Durga
Navaratri day. Shailaputri — “daughter of the Mountain”, Parvati as the daughter of Himavat, riding a bull; grants steadfastness.
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 1
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:39–02:00 (18.03)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:39–21:52
Anandadi: Sthira 06:39–02:00 (18.03) Anandadi: Vardhamana 02:00–06:37 (18.03)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 15:14 (14.03)–02:43 (19.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:03–05:51 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:14–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:38–15:25 |
| Godhuli | 18:37–19:01 |
| Pradosha | 18:37–21:01 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:01 (18.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:10–22:47 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:07–18:37 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:38–14:08 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:37–17:07 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:01–17:49 |
| Varjyam | 11:30–13:07 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:43–07:24, 08:18–15:16, 18:17–18:37
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 | average 06:43–07:24, 08:18–15:16, 18:17–18:37 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:43–07:24, 08:18–15:16, 18:17–18:37 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:43–07:24, 08:18–15:16, 18:17–18:37 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra; tithi Shukla-pratipat; lagna Kumbha 06:39, Mina 06:43, Mesha 07:24, Vrishabha 08:18, Mithuna 09:50, Karka 12:18, Simha 15:16, Kanya 18:17
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra — a good life; Sunday — physical well-being.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Swayam Siddha Muhurta: the day is auspicious for new undertakings in its own right; panchanga defects are not taken into account
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:39–02:00 (18.03)+1 Anandadi: Sthira 06:39–02:00 (18.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:39–02:00 (18.03)+1 Yoga Shukla 06:39–03:17 (18.03)0 Kharmas0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:39–21:52 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Swayam Siddha Muhurta−1 Panchaka all day
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Brahma, Anandadi: Matanga; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Surya Dagdha tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 1997 · Vikram 2132 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 2 · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 06:37
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 21:51 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 1 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 02:43 (19.03) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 02:15 (19.03) more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 09:47 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:47 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 21:51 | tithi Shukla-tritya |
| from 21:51 | karana Taitila |
| from 02:15 (19.03) | yoga Indra |
| from 02:43 (19.03) | nakshatra Ashwini |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:00 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:37 |
| Noon | 12:37 |
| Sunset | 18:39 |
| End of twilight | 19:16 |
| Moonrise | 07:41 |
| Moonset | 20:32 |
| Day length | 12 h 02 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 2, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (06:37–18:39) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 2: Brahmacharini · Durga
Navaratri day. Brahmacharini — the goddess of austerity with a rosary and a water pot; grants patience and strength in keeping vows.
Chandra Darshan · Chandra (the Moon)
The first evening after the new moon, when the thin lunar crescent becomes visible. People look at the young Moon, offer it water and pray for well-being; some fast until it appears.
Rule: first visible lunar crescent, 18:39–20:32
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 18:39–20:32
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 2
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:37–21:51
Anandadi: Matanga 06:37–02:43 (19.03) Anandadi: Rakshasa 02:43–06:34 (19.03)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 15:14 (14.03)–02:43 (19.03)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 20:29–08:59 (19.03)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-dvitya
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:01–05:49 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:14–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:38–15:26 |
| Godhuli | 18:39–19:03 |
| Pradosha | 18:39–21:02 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:00 (19.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:15–01:53 (19.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:07–09:37 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:07–12:38 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:08–15:38 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:02–13:50, 15:26–16:14 |
| Varjyam | 14:21–16:00 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:39–07:20, 08:14–15:12, 18:13–18:39
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 06:39–07:20, 08:14–15:12, 18:13–18:39 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | good 06:39–07:20, 08:14–15:12, 18:13–18:39 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:39–07:20, 08:14–15:12, 18:13–18:39 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Revati; tithi Shukla-dvitya; lagna Kumbha 06:37, Mina 06:39, Mesha 07:20, Vrishabha 08:14, Mithuna 09:46, Karka 12:14, Simha 15:12, Kanya 18:13
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati — increase in property; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Brahma 06:37–02:15 (19.03)+1 Anandadi: Matanga 06:37–02:43 (19.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:37–02:43 (19.03)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:37–21:510 Kharmas−1 Panchaka 06:37–02:43 (19.03)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 06:37–21:51−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:37–21:51
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Indra; auspicious time — after 08:59 |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 1997 · Vikram 2132 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 3 · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Gangaur |
At sunrise 06:34
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 22:27 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 1 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 04:03 (20.03) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 01:42 (20.03) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 10:04 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:04 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 22:27 | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
| from 22:27 | karana Vanija |
| from 01:42 (20.03) | yoga Vaidhriti |
| from 04:03 (20.03) | nakshatra Bharani |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:57 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:34 |
| Noon | 12:37 |
| Sunset | 18:41 |
| End of twilight | 19:18 |
| Moonrise | 07:57 |
| Moonset | 21:47 |
| Day length | 12 h 06 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 9, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 3: Chandraghanta · Durga
Navaratri day. Chandraghanta — with a bell-shaped crescent moon on her forehead; grants courage and protection.
Gangaur · Shiva and Parvati
The festival of Gauri (Parvati) in Rajasthan: from Holi onwards women worship clay figures of Gauri and Shiva, and on the third day of the bright half of Chaitra they carry them in procession to the water.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 21:51 (18.03)–22:27
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 3
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:34–22:27 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 06:34–04:03 (20.03) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:34–04:03 (20.03) Ravi Yoga 04:03–06:31 (20.03)
Anandadi: Amrita 06:34–04:03 (20.03) Anandadi: Musala 04:03–06:31 (20.03)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 20:29 (18.03)–08:59
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:59–05:46 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:13–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:39–15:27 |
| Godhuli | 18:41–19:05 |
| Pradosha | 18:41–21:03 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–01:00 (20.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:27–22:08 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:39–17:10 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:36–11:07 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:37–14:08 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:59–09:48, 23:25–00:12 (20.03) |
| Varjyam | 23:49–01:31 (20.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Ashwini; tithi Shukla-tritya; lagna Kumbha 06:34, Mina 06:35, Mesha 07:16, Vrishabha 08:10, Mithuna 09:42, Karka 12:10, Simha 15:08, Kanya 18:09
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini — joy; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +9
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 08:59
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 06:34–04:03 (20.03)+2 Yoga Indra 06:34–01:42 (20.03)+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:34–22:27+1 Anandadi: Amrita 06:34–04:03 (20.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:34–04:03 (20.03)+1 Auspicious tithi 06:34–22:270 Kharmas−1 Gandanta 06:34–08:59−1 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 | Avoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Vishti (Bhadra) |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 1997 · Vikram 2132 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 4 · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Vinayaka Chaturthi |
At sunrise 06:31
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 23:42 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 1 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 05:59 (21.03) more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 01:38 (21.03) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 11:00 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:00 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 23:42 | tithi Shukla-panchami |
| from 23:42 | karana Bava |
| from 01:38 (21.03) | yoga Vishkambha |
| from 05:59 (21.03) | nakshatra Krittika |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:55 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:31 |
| Noon | 12:37 |
| Sunset | 18:43 |
| End of twilight | 19:20 |
| Moonrise | 08:14 |
| Moonset | 23:00 |
| Day length | 12 h 11 min |
Sky
| Vernal equinox | 14:47 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 4, bad — 7
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (06:31–18:43) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 11:00–18:43: 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), 11:24–13:50
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 4
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:31–05:59 (21.03) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:59–06:29 (21.03) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:59–06:29 (21.03)
Jwalamukhi Yoga 23:42–05:59 (21.03)
Anandadi: Siddhi 05:59–06:29 (21.03) Anandadi: Kana 06:31–05:59 (21.03)
- Bhadra in heaven: 11:00–23:42; Bhadra Mukha 11:05–13:11; Bhadra Puchha 22:26–23:42
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:57–05:44 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:39–15:28 |
| Godhuli | 18:43–19:06 |
| Pradosha | 18:43–21:04 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:59 (21.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:48–02:32 (21.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:37–14:09 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:03–09:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:06–12:37 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:13–13:02 |
| Varjyam | 14:25–16:09 |
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 06:31–07:12, 08:06–15:05, 18:05–18:43 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Bharani; tithi Shukla-chaturti; lagna Mina 06:31, Mesha 07:12, Vrishabha 08:06, Mithuna 09:38, Karka 12:06, Simha 15:05, Kanya 18:05
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani — facing death (dangers); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 06:31–18:43: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vaidhriti 06:31–18:43: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −5
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti
+2 Ravi Yoga 06:31–05:59 (21.03)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Kana 06:31–05:59 (21.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Kharmas−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:31–05:59 (21.03)−2 Rikta tithi 06:31–23:42−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 11:00–23:42−3 Vaidhriti 06:31–01:38 (21.03)
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 | Unfavourable day — Yamaghanta, Anandadi: Lumbaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 1997 · Vikram 2132 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 5 · Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:29
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 01:33 (22.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 1 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 08:29 (22.03) more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 02:02 (22.03) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 12:33 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:33 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 01:33 (22.03) | tithi Shukla-shashti |
| from 01:33 (22.03) | karana Kaulava |
| from 02:02 (22.03) | yoga Priti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:52 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:29 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 18:45 |
| End of twilight | 19:22 |
| Moonrise | 08:33 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 12 h 16 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 5, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (06:29–18:45) is good for root crops.
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
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:29–01:33 (22.03)
Yamaghanta all day Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 01:33–06:26 (22.03)
Anandadi: Lumbaka all day
- Gandanta (tithi): 01:07–01:59 (22.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:55–05:42 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:12–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:40–15:29 |
| Godhuli | 18:45–19:08 |
| Pradosha | 18:45–21:05 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:59 (22.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:50–07:36 (22.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:09–15:41 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:29–08:01 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:33–11:05 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:34–11:23, 15:29–16:18 |
| Varjyam | 19:14–21:00 |
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 06:29–07:08, 08:03–15:01, 18:01–18:45 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Krittika; tithi Shukla-panchami; lagna Mina 06:29, Mesha 07:08, Vrishabha 08:03, Mithuna 09:34, Karka 12:02, Simha 15:01, Kanya 18:01
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika — consumption (a wasting disease); Thursday — success.
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
Unfavourable day · score S = −2
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 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:29–01:33 (22.03)0 Kharmas0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:29–01:33 (22.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka all day−3 Yamaghanta all day
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Mitra; auspicious time — after 08:29 |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 1997 · Vikram 2132 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 6 · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Skanda Shashti · Yamuna Chhath (Yamuna Jayanti) |
At sunrise 06:26
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 03:52 (23.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 4 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 08:29 more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 02:47 (23.03) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 14:40 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:29 | nakshatra Rohini |
|---|---|
| from 14:40 | karana Taitila |
| from 02:47 (23.03) | yoga Ayushman |
| from 03:52 (23.03) | tithi Shukla-saptami |
| from 03:52 (23.03) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:49 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:26 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 18:47 |
| End of twilight | 19:24 |
| Moonrise | 08:55 |
| Moonset | 00:11 |
| Day length | 12 h 20 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 11, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:29 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (06:26–08:29) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (08:29–18:47) is good for sowing.
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 01:33–03:52 (23.03)
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 01:33–03:52 (23.03)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 6
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:26–03:52 (23.03) Ravi Yoga 08:29–06:24 (23.03)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 08:29–03:52 (23.03) Yamaghanta 08:29–06:24 (23.03) Krakacha Yoga 03:52–06:24 (23.03) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:52–06:24 (23.03)
Anandadi: Chhatra 06:26–08:29 Anandadi: Mitra 08:29–06:24 (23.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:53–05:39 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:12–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:40–15:29 |
| Godhuli | 18:47–19:10 |
| Pradosha | 18:47–21:06 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:58 (23.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:50–07:36 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:04–12:37 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:42–17:14 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:59–09:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:54–09:44, 13:01–13:51 |
| Varjyam | 02:25–04:12 (23.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:26–07:04, 07:59–18:47
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:26–07:04, 07:59–18:47 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:26–07:04, 07:59–18:47 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:29–14:57, 17:58–18:47 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Krittika until 08:29, Rohini from 08:29; tithi Shukla-shashti; lagna Mina 06:26, Mesha 07:04, Vrishabha 07:59, Mithuna 09:30, Karka 11:58, Simha 14:57, Kanya 17:58
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika (until 08:29) — consumption (a wasting disease); Rohini (from 08:29) — destruction of all misfortunes; 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.
- 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.
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 08:29
+2 Ravi Yoga 08:29–06:24 (23.03)+1 Anandadi: Mitra 08:29–06:24 (23.03)+1 Yoga Priti 06:26–02:47 (23.03)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:29–06:24 (23.03)0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 08:29–03:52 (23.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Kharmas0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:26–03:52 (23.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yamaghanta 08:29–06:24 (23.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)
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, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — until 11:23 |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 1997 · Vikram 2132 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 7 · Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:24
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 06:27 (24.03) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 4 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 11:23 more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 03:44 (24.03) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 17:09 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:23 | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
|---|---|
| from 17:09 | karana Vanija |
| from 03:44 (24.03) | yoga Saubhagya |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:47 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:24 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 18:49 |
| End of twilight | 19:26 |
| Moonrise | 09:23 |
| Moonset | 01:19 |
| Day length | 12 h 25 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 11:23 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (06:24–11:23) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (11:23–18:49) 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
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 06:24–11:23 Ravi Yoga 06:24–11:23 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:24–11:23 Dwipushkar Yoga 11:23–06:21 (24.03)
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 06:24–11:23 Anandadi: Vajra 11:23–06:21 (24.03)
Dwipushkar Yoga: The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:51–05:37 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:11–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:40–15:30 |
| Godhuli | 18:49–19:12 |
| Pradosha | 18:49–21:07 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:58 (24.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:48–09:35, 04:32–06:21 (24.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:30–11:03 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:09–15:43 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:24–07:57 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:24–07:13, 07:13–08:03 |
| Varjyam | 17:42–19:30 |
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 Saturday; nakshatra Rohini until 11:23, Mrigashirsha from 11:23; tithi Shukla-saptami; lagna Mina 06:24, Mesha 07:01, Vrishabha 07:55, Mithuna 09:26, Karka 11:54, Simha 14:53, Kanya 17:54
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini (until 11:23) — destruction of all misfortunes; Mrigashirsha (from 11:23) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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 11:23
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 06:24–11:23+2 Ravi Yoga 06:24–11:23+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 06:24–11:23+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:24–11:23+1 Yoga Ayushman 06:24–03:44 (24.03)+1 Auspicious tithi all day0 Dwipushkar Yoga 11:23–06:21 (24.03)0 Kharmas0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 11:23–06:21 (24.03)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Tryahasparsha
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Saumya, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Ashtami |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 1997 · Vikram 2132 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 8 · Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:21
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 06:27 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 3 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 14:28 more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 04:44 (25.03) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 06:27 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:27 | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
|---|---|
| from 06:27 | karana Vishti |
| from 14:28 | nakshatra Ardra |
| from 19:46 | karana Bava |
| from 04:44 (25.03) | yoga Shobhana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:44 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:21 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 18:51 |
| End of twilight | 19:28 |
| Moonrise | 09:58 |
| Moonset | 02:22 |
| Day length | 12 h 29 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 06:27 | from 14:28 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (06:21–14:28) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:27–18:51: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 8: Kalaratri · Durga
Navaratri day. Kalaratri — the most fearsome form of Durga, destroyer of darkness and fear.
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 8
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Dwipushkar Yoga 06:21–06:27
Samvartaka Yoga 06:21–06:27
Anandadi: Saumya 06:21–14:28 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 14:28–06:18 (25.03)
- Bhadra in heaven: 06:27–19:46; Bhadra Puchha 08:27–09:47; Bhadra Mukha 09:47–12:00
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 | 04:49–05:35 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:11–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:41–15:31 |
| Godhuli | 18:51–19:14 |
| Pradosha | 18:51–21:08 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:58 (25.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:14–08:02 (25.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:17–18:51 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:36–14:10 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:43–17:17 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:11–18:01 |
| Varjyam | 23:56–01:44 (25.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:21–06:57, 07:51–14:49, 17:50–18:51 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha until 14:28, Ardra from 14:28; tithi Shukla-saptami until 06:27, Shukla-ashtami from 06:27; lagna Mina 06:21, Mesha 06:57, Vrishabha 07:51, Mithuna 09:22, Karka 11:50, Simha 14:49, Kanya 17:50
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha (until 14:28) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Ardra (from 14:28) — sadness; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 06:27–18:51: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Saumya 06:21–14:28+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:21–14:28+1 Yoga Saubhagya 06:21–04:44 (25.03)+1 Auspicious tithi 06:21–06:270 Dwipushkar Yoga 06:21–06:270 Kharmas0 Samvartaka Yoga 06:21–06:270 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 14:28–06:18 (25.03)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 14:28–06:18 (25.03)−1 Ashtami 06:27–06:18 (25.03)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:27–19:46
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Shobhana, Auspicious weekday; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 1997 · Vikram 2132 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 9 · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Durga Ashtami of Chaitra Navaratri |
At sunrise 06:18
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 09:04 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 3 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 17:30 more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 05:34 (26.03) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 09:04 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:04 | tithi Shukla-navami |
|---|---|
| from 09:04 | karana Balava |
| from 17:30 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
| from 22:17 | karana Kaulava |
| from 05:34 (26.03) | yoga Atiganda |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:41 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:18 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 18:53 |
| End of twilight | 19:30 |
| Moonrise | 10:42 |
| Moonset | 03:18 |
| Day length | 12 h 34 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 12, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:04 | from 17:30 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (17:30–18:53) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
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 06:27 (24.03)–09:04
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Navaratri, day 9: Mahagauri · Durga
Navaratri day. Mahagauri — radiant white, she grants purification and peace.
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 9
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 17:30–06:16 (26.03)
Anandadi: Kaladanda 06:18–17:30 Anandadi: Dhumra 17:30–06:16 (26.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:47–05:33 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:11–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:41–15:32 |
| Godhuli | 18:53–19:16 |
| Pradosha | 18:53–21:10 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:57 (26.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:14–08:02 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:53–09:27 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:01–12:36 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:10–15:44 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:01–13:51, 15:32–16:22 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:18–06:53, 07:47–09:04 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Ardra until 17:30, Punarvasu from 17:30; tithi Shukla-ashtami until 09:04, Shukla-navami from 09:04; lagna Mina 06:18, Mesha 06:53, Vrishabha 07:47, Mithuna 09:18, Karka 11:46, Simha 14:45, Kanya 17:46
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 17:30) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 17:30) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 06:18–09:04: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Shukla-navami 09:04–18:53: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Yoga Shobhana 06:18–05:34 (26.03)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Ravi Yoga 17:30–06:16 (26.03)0 Auspicious nakshatra 17:30–06:16 (26.03)0 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 06:18–17:30−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:18–17:30−2 Rikta tithi 09:04–06:16 (26.03)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Sthira; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 1997 · Vikram 2132 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 10 · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Rama Navami |
At sunrise 06:16
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 11:24 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 2 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 20:12 more |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 06:04 (27.03) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 11:24 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:24 | tithi Shukla-dashami |
|---|---|
| from 11:24 | karana Taitila |
| from 20:12 | nakshatra Pushya |
| from 00:24 (27.03) | karana Gara |
| from 06:04 (27.03) | yoga Sukarma |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:39 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:16 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 18:55 |
| End of twilight | 19:32 |
| Moonrise | 11:35 |
| Moonset | 04:06 |
| Day length | 12 h 39 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 11:24 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (06:16–18:55) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
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), 11:19–11:24
the tithi covers the decisive time on both days — the second is chosen by rule
Navaratri, day 10: Siddhidatri · Durga
Navaratri day. Siddhidatri — bestower of siddhis, the spiritual perfections; she completes the nine nights.
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 10
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day
Krakacha Yoga 11:24–06:13 (27.03)
Anandadi: Sthira 06:16–20:12 Anandadi: Vardhamana 20:12–06:13 (27.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:45–05:30 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:10–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:42–15:33 |
| Godhuli | 18:55–19:18 |
| Pradosha | 18:55–21:11 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:57 (27.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:32–19:19 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:45–17:20 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:26–11:00 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:35–14:10 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:48–09:38, 23:26–00:11 (27.03) |
| Varjyam | 06:51–08:38, 04:56–06:40 (27.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 11:24–18:55
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 11:24–18:55 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 11:24–18:55 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 11:24–14:41, 17:42–18:55 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Punarvasu; tithi Shukla-navami until 11:24, Shukla-dashami from 11:24; lagna Mina 06:16, Mesha 06:49, Vrishabha 07:43, Mithuna 09:14, Karka 11:42, Simha 14:41, Kanya 17:42
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 06:16–11:24: 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.
+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Sthira 06:16–20:12+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:16–20:12+1 Auspicious tithi 11:24–06:13 (27.03)0 Kharmas0 Yoga Atiganda 06:16–08:01−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Rikta tithi 06:16–11:24−3 Krakacha Yoga 11:24–06:13 (27.03)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Pushya, Ravi Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 1997 · Vikram 2132 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:13
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 13:14 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 2 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 22:22 more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 06:05 (28.03) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 13:14 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:14 | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
|---|---|
| from 13:14 | karana Vanija |
| from 22:22 | nakshatra Ashlesha |
| from 01:55 (28.03) | karana Vishti |
| from 06:05 (28.03) | yoga Dhriti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:36 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:13 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 18:57 |
| End of twilight | 19:34 |
| Moonrise | 12:39 |
| Moonset | 04:44 |
| Day length | 12 h 43 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 13:14 |
|---|
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, Pushya (06:13–18:57) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:13–22:22
Anandadi: Matanga 06:13–22:22 Anandadi: Rakshasa 22:22–06:11 (28.03)
- Bhadra on earth: 01:55–14:25 (28.03); Bhadra Puchha 06:51–08:07 (28.03); Bhadra Mukha 08:07–10:13 (28.03)
- Gandanta (tithi): 12:49–13:40
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:43–05:28 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:42–15:33 |
| Godhuli | 18:57–19:19 |
| Pradosha | 18:57–21:12 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:56 (28.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:24–17:08 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:35–14:11 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:49–09:24 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:00–12:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:10–13:01 |
| Varjyam | 04:56–06:40 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:13–06:45, 07:39–14:37, 17:38–18:57
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 06:13–06:45, 07:39–14:37, 17:38–18:57 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | good 06:13–06:45, 07:39–13:14 |
| Cutting toenails | good 06:13–06:45, 07:39–14:37, 17:38–18:57 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:13–06:45, 07:39–14:37, 17:38–18:57 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Pushya; tithi Shukla-dashami until 13:14, Shukla-ekadashi from 13:14; lagna Mina 06:13, Mesha 06:45, Vrishabha 07:39, Mithuna 09:10, Karka 11:38, Simha 14:37, Kanya 17:38
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya — increase in wealth; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +8
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
+2 Pushya 06:13–22:22+2 Ravi Yoga 06:13–22:22+1 Anandadi: Matanga 06:13–22:22+1 Yoga Sukarma 06:13–06:05 (28.03)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:13–13:140 Kharmas
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 1997 · Vikram 2132 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Kamada Ekadashi |
At sunrise 06:11
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 14:25 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 2 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 23:51 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 05:32 (29.03) more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 14:25 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:25 | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
|---|---|
| from 14:25 | karana Bava |
| from 23:51 | nakshatra Magha |
| from 02:43 (29.03) | karana Balava |
| from 05:32 (29.03) | yoga Shula |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:33 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:11 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 18:59 |
| End of twilight | 19:37 |
| Moonrise | 13:49 |
| Moonset | 05:15 |
| Day length | 12 h 48 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 11, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:25 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:11–14:25: 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 13:14 (27.03)–14:25
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 06:08–08:43 (29.03)
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 14:25–23:51
Anandadi: Amrita 06:11–23:51 Anandadi: Musala 23:51–06:08 (29.03)
- Bhadra on earth: 01:55–14:25; Bhadra Puchha 06:51–08:07; Bhadra Mukha 08:07–10:13
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 17:33–06:06 (29.03)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:41–05:26 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:09–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:43–15:34 |
| Godhuli | 18:59–19:21 |
| Pradosha | 18:59–21:13 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:56 (29.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:09–23:51 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:11–15:47 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:11–07:47 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:23–10:59 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:27–11:18, 15:34–16:25 |
| Varjyam | 11:57–13:39 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 17:34–18:59
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 17:34–18:59 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 17:34–18:59 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:11–14:33, 17:34–18:59 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Ashlesha; tithi Shukla-ekadashi until 14:25, Shukla-dvadashi from 14:25; lagna Mina 06:11, Mesha 06:41, Vrishabha 07:35, Mithuna 09:06, Karka 11:34, Simha 14:33, Kanya 17:34
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha — physical affliction (suffering); Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 06:11–14:25: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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: Bhadra on earth
+1 Anandadi: Amrita 06:11–23:51+1 Yoga Dhriti 06:11–05:32 (29.03)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:11–14:250 Kharmas−1 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 14:25–23:51−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:11–23:51−3 Bhadra on earth 06:11–14:25
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 — Anandadi: Kana, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 1997 · Vikram 2132 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 06:08
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 14:49 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 2 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 00:35 (30.03) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 04:23 (30.03) more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 14:49 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:49 | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
|---|---|
| from 14:49 | karana Kaulava |
| from 00:35 (30.03) | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
| from 02:44 (30.03) | karana Taitila |
| from 04:23 (30.03) | yoga Ganda |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:31 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:08 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 19:01 |
| End of twilight | 19:39 |
| Moonrise | 15:04 |
| Moonset | 05:40 |
| Day length | 12 h 53 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 13, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:49 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (06:08–19:01) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 19:01–21:14
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 00:35–06:05 (30.03) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 00:35–06:05 (30.03)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:08–14:49
Anandadi: Siddhi 00:35–06:05 (30.03) Anandadi: Kana 06:08–00:35 (30.03)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:39–05:23 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:09–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:43–15:35 |
| Godhuli | 19:01–19:23 |
| Pradosha | 19:01–21:14 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:55 (30.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:06–23:45 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:58–12:34 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:48–17:24 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:45–09:21 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:43–09:34, 13:00–13:52 |
| Varjyam | 12:13–13:52 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:08–06:37, 07:31–14:29, 14:49–19:01
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:08–06:37, 07:31–14:29, 14:49–19:01 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 06:08–06:37, 07:31–14:29, 17:30–19:01 |
| Cutting toenails | average 06:08–06:37, 07:31–14:29, 14:49–19:01 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:08–06:37, 07:31–14:29, 14:49–19:01 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Magha; tithi Shukla-dvadashi until 14:49, Shukla-triodashi from 14:49; lagna Mina 06:08, Mesha 06:37, Vrishabha 07:31, Mithuna 09:03, Karka 11:31, Simha 14:29, Kanya 17:30
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha — loss of property; Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious tithi 14:49–06:05 (30.03)0 Kharmas0 Yoga Shula 06:08–07:26−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:08–00:35 (30.03)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:08–14:49−3 Anandadi: Kana 06:08–00:35 (30.03)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Auspicious tithi; 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 | Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 1997 · Vikram 2132 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Mahavir Jayanti |
At sunrise 06:05
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 14:28 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 1 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 00:35 (31.03) more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 02:40 (31.03) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 14:28 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:28 | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| from 14:28 | karana Gara |
| from 00:35 (31.03) | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
| from 02:01 (31.03) | karana Vanija |
| from 02:40 (31.03) | yoga Vriddhi |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:28 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:05 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 19:03 |
| End of twilight | 19:41 |
| Moonrise | 16:23 |
| Moonset | 06:00 |
| Day length | 12 h 57 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 6, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:28 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (06:05–19:03) is good for root crops.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 14:28–19:03: 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 14:49 (29.03)–14:28
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:05–00:35 (31.03) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:28–06:03 (31.03)
Anandadi: Lumbaka 06:05–00:35 (31.03) Anandadi: Utpata 00:35–06:03 (31.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:37–05:21 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:08–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:44–15:36 |
| Godhuli | 19:03–19:25 |
| Pradosha | 19:03–21:15 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:55 (31.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:11–19:47 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:20–10:57 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:11–15:49 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:05–07:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:05–06:57, 06:57–07:49 |
| Varjyam | 08:35–10:11 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:05–06:33, 07:27–14:25
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 06:05–06:33, 07:27–14:25 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | average 06:05–06:33, 07:27–14:25 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:05–06:33, 07:27–14:25 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 14:28, Shukla-chaturdashi from 14:28; lagna Mina 06:05, Mesha 06:33, Vrishabha 07:27, Mithuna 08:59, Karka 11:27, Simha 14:25, Kanya 17:26
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni — ill health; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 14:28–19:03: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 06:05–00:35 (31.03)+1 Auspicious tithi 06:05–14:28+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:28–06:03 (31.03)0 Kharmas0 Yoga Ganda 06:05–06:37−1 Rikta tithi 14:28–06:03 (31.03)−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 06:05–00:35 (31.03)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:05–00:35 (31.03)
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 — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Mitra; auspicious time — after 13:24 |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 1997 · Vikram 2132 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Purnima Vrat |
At sunrise 06:03
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 13:24 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 1 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 23:57 more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 00:26 (01.04) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 13:24 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:24 | tithi Purnima |
|---|---|
| from 13:24 | karana Vishti |
| from 23:57 | nakshatra Hasta |
| from 00:26 (01.04) | yoga Dhruva |
| from 00:39 (01.04) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:25 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:03 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 19:05 |
| End of twilight | 19:43 |
| Moonrise | 17:43 |
| Moonset | 06:19 |
| Day length | 13 h 02 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 3, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:24 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (06:03–19:05) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 13:24–19:05: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 06:03–13:24: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Purnima Vrat · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon fast (Purnima upavas) is kept on the day when Purnima prevails at midday (Madhyahna): if it begins before noon, the fast falls on the day before the one with Purnima at sunrise. Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise and pray to Vishnu (Satyanarayana) and Chandra.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 13:24–13:52
the tithi covers the decisive time on both days — the first is chosen by rule
Purnima at sunrise (holy bath, charity): 1.04
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 23:57–06:00 (01.04)
Anandadi: Mitra 06:03–23:57 Anandadi: Manasa 23:57–06:00 (01.04)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 13:24–00:39 (01.04); Bhadra Puchha 20:40–21:47; Bhadra Mukha 21:47–23:39
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:35–05:19 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:08–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:44–15:36 |
| Godhuli | 19:05–19:27 |
| Pradosha | 19:05–21:16 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:54 (01.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:57–18:30 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:27–19:05 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:34–14:12 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:50–17:27 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:21–18:13 |
| Varjyam | 07:36–09:09 |
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 06:03–06:29, 07:23–14:21, 17:22–19:05 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 13:24, Purnima from 13:24; lagna Mina 06:03, Mesha 06:29, Vrishabha 07:23, Mithuna 08:55, Karka 11:23, Simha 14:21, Kanya 17:22
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni — destruction of all diseases; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 06:03–13:24: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Purnima 13:24–19:05: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 13:24
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Mitra 06:03–23:57+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:03–23:57+1 Yoga Vriddhi 06:03–00:26 (01.04)0 Kharmas−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 13:24–00:39 (01.04)−2 Rikta tithi 06:03–13:24
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
Patron: Govinda; Aditya — Parjanya. Full moon in nakshatra Purva or Uttara Phalguni. Ritu: Shishira.
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Northern samvatsara: Kilaka (No. 42)
Shaka Samvat 1996 · Vikram Samvat 2131 · Kali Yuga 5175
Next year — Manmatha, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 16.03.2075
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: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Meaning: Wrapping around (like a snake), hugging
Symbol: Curled snake
Deity: Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: cause suffering with poison, paralyze
Inauspicious: portends trouble and hindrances; if necessary, the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Bhu (the Earth goddess)
Auspicious: farming, sowing and planting, building a house, household affairs.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Venus
All manifestations of beauty and harmony find their support and development on this day, therefore, most worldly and spiritual affairs that do not rely on brute force are good to begin or implement at this time. The day is especially good for marriage, hiring workers, building relationships, creativity, music, singing, dancing, poetry and holding holidays or performances, it is best to schedule a romantic date at this time - it will add additional shine to decorations and a special aroma to flowers, and tact to the owners of all this.
Start of morning civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon and the sky grows light.
Appearance of the upper limb of the solar disc, with refraction. The Vedic day and the vara begin at sunrise.
True noon — the culmination of the Sun, midway between sunrise and sunset.
The upper limb of the solar disc disappears below the horizon (with refraction).
End of evening civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon.
Appearance of the upper limb of the lunar disc above the horizon. The decisive time for Sankashti Chaturthi and Karwa Chauth.
The upper limb of the lunar disc disappears below the horizon.
Garden tasks are rated as in the site’s “Lunar calendar for gardeners” section: the weekday, nakshatra and tithi are taken into account; starting from a base score of 3, each factor adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–6: 0–2 — bad, 3–4 — average, 5–6 — good. The table shows the rating at sunrise and after each change of nakshatra or tithi during the daytime (“from HH:MM”); the icons next to the sunrise rating show the contribution of the weekday, nakshatra and tithi at sunrise: “+” (green) adds one point, “0” (yellow) has no effect, “–” (red) subtracts one.
The ratings are the site author’s summary of the Indian and Tibetan traditions. Classical texts on agriculture: the Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX, English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha (ch. XIII), the Brihat Samhita of Varahamihira (ch. 55).
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Eight days before Holika Dahan (bright half of Phalguna): in North India weddings and samskaras are not held.
The Moon’s nakshatra is the 4th, 6th, 9th, 10th, 13th or 20th from the Sun’s nakshatra. As the Sun dispels darkness, so this yoga cancels many bad combinations of the day and supports new undertakings.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.
“Tail” of Bhadra — the last 3 ghatis (1 h 12 min) of one of its praharas; considered an acceptable time if Bhadra cannot be avoided (for example, for Holika Dahan).
The knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
The 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.
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 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.
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.
“Rejected” time — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra (4 ghatis of 60, starting from a ghati specific to that nakshatra). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
Weekdays for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; avoided — Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday (Sunday is permitted for Brahmins, Tuesday for Kshatriyas, Saturday for Vaishyas and others); Monday is good only during the waxing Moon.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — 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 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “ruin of the family”
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “great calamities”
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “disease and suffering”
Lagna for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious signs — Vrishabha, Mithuna, Karka, Kanya, Tula, Makara and Mina; avoided — Mesha, Simha, Vrischika, Dhanu and Kumbha (all except Kumbha are permitted if a benefic occupies the sign or benefics aspect it).
Mesha (Aries) — “great calamities”; Simha (Leo) — “disease and suffering”; Vrischika (Scorpio) — “disease and suffering”; Dhanu (Sagittarius) — “fear of the authorities”; Kumbha (Aquarius) — “ruin of the family”.
Classical rules: have a haircut or shave in the daytime, preferably before noon — not at night or at twilight; not after eating, bathing or anointing the body with oil; not on the day of setting out on a journey; not when one’s wife is pregnant; not on one’s birth nakshatra or the 10th and 19th nakshatras from it, and not during Chandrashtama (the Moon in the 8th sign from the natal Moon). These prohibitions are lifted for a wedding, an initiation, release from prison, mourning for one’s parents and at the ruler’s command.
Sources: the Kalaprakashika of Narasimha (ch. V on haircuts — written about a child’s first haircut, chaula; English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), the Muhurta Chintamani of Rama Daivajna, B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha. The rating is the site’s summary, as in the “Lunar haircut calendar”: starting from a base score of 4, each factor — weekday, nakshatra, tithi and lagna — adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–8: 7–8 good, 4–6 average, 0–3 bad. Windows are the parts of the daytime with the best rating (at least 15 minutes long); for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting, the times of the day’s prohibitions are excluded.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
The eight days before Holika Dahan (from the 8th tithi of the bright half of Phalguna to the full moon): weddings and other samskaras are not performed (North India).
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
Meaning: Powerful, sufficient
Symbol: Throne, palanquin, royal canopy
Deity: Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: leave the body (temporarily or completely), give transformation similar to death
Auspicious: good and religious deeds, starting work, helping people.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Yama
Bhadra — the most inauspicious karana: weddings, journeys, purchases and any auspicious undertakings are avoided during it. It suits only harsh deeds: fighting enemies, demolition, removing obstacles.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Saturn
This is the only day of the week when, according to astrological indications, you can safely postpone most important household and spiritual affairs, which is reflected in a variety of cultures around the world. However, on this day you can carry out monotonous monotonous work, or relax.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Deadly” combination of weekday and tithi group: Sun and Tue — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Mon and Fri — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Wed — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Thu — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Sat — Purna (5, 10, 15). Portends failure for new undertakings.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 3 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 09:00–10:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 09:29–10:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
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: Prior red
Symbol: Headboard, rarely: hammock, ficus
Deity: Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: give reproduction, the receiving of fruit
Auspicious: lasting and long-term matters, laying foundations and building, vows.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Brahma
Auspicious: religious rites, study, spiritual and charitable work.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Sun
This day is suitable for generosity, celebrations, holidays, performances and festivals. Meetings with high-ranking people and important government affairs are good to carry out on this day.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
Planting and sowing are allowed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The yoga of “accomplishing all aims”: an auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra (each day has its own 3–7 nakshatras). Good for any new undertaking; exceptions: Thu + Pushya is not used for weddings, Tue + Ashwini for housewarmings, Sat + Rohini for travel.
A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
One-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 — unfavourable for a haircut
A tithi favourable for new undertakings: in the bright half of the month — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th, in the dark half — the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th.
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second day of the waning Moon - Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
Meaning: 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
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.
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.
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 Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 2 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 07:30–09:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 07:59–09:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Inauspicious: difficulties and obstacles; the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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: 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
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: 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 Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
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.
An auspicious combination of weekday and tithi group: Fri — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Wed — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Tue — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Sat — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Thu — Purna (5, 10, 15). Brings success; if the same pair also forms an inauspicious yoga, Siddha prevails.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 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 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
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: 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: 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)
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 Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-chaturti
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.
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.
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
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth day of the waning moon is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
Meaning: Sword
Symbol: Sword, also sprout or coral
Deity: Waiu (Wind)
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: scatter like air, move, convert
Auspicious: everything lasting — foundations, building, planting, long-term commitments.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
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 Swati
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
plowing the ground
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
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 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides over the sixth day of the waning moon, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, carrying out festivals and performances.
Meaning: Forked branch (also called Radha - gift)
Symbol: Triumphal arch for marriage, potter's wheel
Deity: Indra and Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: achieve (many and different goals, fruits)
Auspicious: festivals, joyful occasions, rest and recreation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
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.
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.
“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.
−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: Following Radha, success
Symbol: Lotus flower, row, furrow or rut
Deity: Mitra (Friend)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give worship (whence abundance and honor, worthy relationships and popularity)
Inauspicious: sudden hindrances, a “lightning strike”; the first 3 ghatis (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Indra
Auspicious: good for any benevolent and lasting work, building up health and strength, undertakings meant to grow.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
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.
“Poisonous” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 4, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 2, Thu — 8, Fri — 9, Sat — 7. Unfavourable for new undertakings, medical treatment and transactions.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth day of the waning Moon is Vasus, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
Meaning: Born before (eldest, chief)
Symbol: Umbrella or earring, amulet, necklace
Deity: Indra (Leader of the Gods)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: rise up and win, draw strength in battle (looking for the limits of fearlessness)
Especially auspicious: success in any undertaking, study and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Mitra
Auspicious: friendship, love, matchmaking and alliances, reconciliation, jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
An additional auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra, not given in all panchangas: Sun — Mula, Mon — Dhanishtha, Tue — Uttara Bhadrapada, Wed — Krittika, Thu — Punarvasu, Fri — Purva Phalguni, Sat — Swati.
−1 — unfavourable 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: Root
Symbol: Roots, elephant goad, lion's tail (panicle)
Deity: Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: destroy, crush (also the ability to destroy destruction)
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all. It is, however, very good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
any undertakings
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
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: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh day of the waning Moon is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.
Meaning: Subsequent invincible, insubordinate
Symbol: Small bed
Deity: Vishva-Deva (All Gods)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: give an undeniable victory, thanks to alliances and support
Auspicious: comfort and convenience, purchases, home improvement, any auspicious deeds.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Burnt” combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Bharani, Mon — Chitra, Tue — Uttara Ashadha, Wed — Dhanishtha, Thu — Uttara Phalguni, Fri — Jyeshtha, Sat — Revati. Whatever is begun “burns up” without bearing fruit.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth day of the waning Moon and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.
Meaning: Listener
Symbol: Ear (listener), three footprints (Vishnu's steps), trident
Deity: Shri Vishnu
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: bind together (three worlds, i.e. all)
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 Shravana
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth day of the waning moon is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
Meaning: The richest or fastest, Shravishtha - the most famous
Symbol: Drum or flute
Deity: Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: bring abundance and fame through the direction and organization of people
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 Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
Began on a Wednesday or Thursday: carries no particular dosha, but the five prohibitions of Panchaka still apply.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
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.
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: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth day of the waning moon and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Meaning: 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
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 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-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
The Sun in Dhanu or Mina: a month without weddings, housewarmings and other samskaras. Good for prayer, charity and pilgrimage.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Sun in Dhanu or Mina: a month without weddings, housewarmings and initiations (a North Indian tradition).
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
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: First Blessed (foot, leg)
Symbol: Head of red bed, two-faced man, swords
Deity: Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: ignite and kindle the fire of spiritual search
Especially auspicious: any auspicious deeds and ceremonies.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Vrisha (the sacred bull)
Inauspicious for new undertakings. Good for work with cattle, worship of cows and rites for the ancestors (shraddha).
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
−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: Vishnu; Aditya — Dhatar. Full moon in nakshatra Chitra. Ritu: Vasanta.
Northern samvatsara: Kilaka (No. 42)
Shaka Samvat 1997 · Vikram Samvat 2132 · Kali Yuga 5176
Next year — Durmukha, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 3.04.2076
In South India (Shaka Samvat, lunar reckoning) the years of the 60-year cycle follow one another without a break, and the name of the year changes at Ugadi — at the start of Chaitra, on the first tithi of the bright half.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Meaning: 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)
Auspicious: pure and noble deeds, religious rites, study.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Vayu (Marut)
Fixed, but auspicious: good for auspicious ceremonies, offerings and homa, work for prosperity and livelihood.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
One of the “three and a half” inherently auspicious days of the year (Ugadi, Akshaya Tritiya, Vijayadashami and, as the half, Bali Pratipada): no muhurta needs to be chosen for new undertakings, and the day’s panchanga flaws are disregarded (except a visible eclipse).
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second lunar day of Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
Meaning: Rich, prosperous
Symbol: Fish (sometimes a couple) or drum
Deity: Pushan (Prosperous)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: nourish (satiate at the expense of its abundance)
Especially auspicious: 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.
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 Revati
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third lunar day. It is a suitable time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can begin any important business.
Meaning: Riders or Grooms
Symbol: Horse's Head
Deity: Ashwini Kumara
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: quickly achieve anything
Especially auspicious: power and administration, taking office, dealings with influential patrons.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth lunar day is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
Meaning: Carrier (porter or loader)
Symbol: Yoni (bosom, source)
Deity: Yama (Dharma-raja)
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: take (take away) something
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all; good for fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
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.
“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.
−1 — unfavourable 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: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth lunar day is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
Meaning: Cutter (chisel) or chopping
Symbol: Sharp tool (axe, razor), flame
Deity: Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: burn and ignite others
Inauspicious: portends obstacles. If a matter cannot be postponed, the first 3 ghatis of the yoga (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
“Bell of Yama” — a combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Magha, Mon — Vishakha, Tue — Ardra, Wed — Mula, Thu — Krittika, Fri — Rohini, Sat — Hasta. One of the most dangerous yogas: travel, surgery and any important new undertakings are avoided.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
Planting and sowing are allowed.
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
An inauspicious combination of tithi and nakshatra (the “empty” nakshatra of a tithi, for example the 6th or 11th tithi with Rohini, the 12th with Ashlesha). Whatever is begun at this time remains without result.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh lunar day is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Meaning: 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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
The 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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Mrigashirsha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
tillage and sowing are forbidden
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 yoga of the “destruction of the world”: Sunday with the 7th tithi or Wednesday with the 1st. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth lunar day is Vasu, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
Meaning: Tear or body fluid (wet)
Symbol: Tear or drop, rarely: diamond or man's head
Deity: Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give effort that leads to the achievement of the goal (and also, is able to shed sweat or blood)
Auspicious: jewellery, celebrations, travel, creative undertakings.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
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).
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
+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: 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
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Punarvasu
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth lunar day is patronized by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
Meaning: 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
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
pruning and weeding
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
neutral
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling
+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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
sowing seeds, any undertakings