Panchanga Calendar

March 2196

SamvatsaraManmatha (29) → Durmukha (30) from 30.03MonthPhalguna → Chaitra from 30.03RituShishira → Vasanta from 30.03AyanaUttarayanaPlace55°45′ N 37°35′ E, UTC+3 changeAyanamsaLahiri

March 2196 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Phalguna (until 29.03), Chaitra (from 30.03). Periods: 7–13.03 — Holashtak; from 16.03 — Kharmas; from 30.03 — Chaitra Navaratri (spring). Major festivals: 13.03 Holika Dahan; 14.03 Holi (Dhulandi); 30.03 Ugadi, Gudi Padwa — Hindu New Year; 30.03 Chaitra Navaratri: Ghatasthapana.

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

1PBh2Chandra Darshan

2UBh2

3Rev3until 10:47

4Ashw4after 12:09

5Bhar5Skanda Shashti

6Krit6

7Roh7until 13:19

8Mrig8Masik Durgashtami

9Ard9

10Pun10Amalaki Ekadashi

11Push12Ekadashi Vaish.

12Ashl13Shani Pradosha

13Mag14Holika Dahan

14PPh15Holi

15UPh1

16Has2Mina Sankranti

17Chit3Sankashti

18Vish5Rang Panchami

19Anu6

20Jye7

21Jye8Kalashtami

22Mul9

23PAsh9

24UAsh10after 10:18

25Shra11after 17:48

26Dhan12Shani Pradosha

27Shat13Masik Shivaratri

28PBh14

29UBh30Amavasya

30Rev1Ugadi, New Year

31Rev2Navaratri, day 2

Day ratingBest daysFavourableOrdinaryAvoid new venturesUnfavourable

MarkersNavaratriafter / until HH:MM

Moon5Waxing Moon5Waning Moon15Purnima30Amavasya

Nakshatra typesfixedsoftlightmovablesharpfiercemixed

Icons this month (20)

Tripushkar YogaChandra DarshanVinayaka ChaturthiSkanda ShashtiGoddess (Durga, Kali)EkadashiPradoshaHolika DahanHoliday of Purnima (full moon fast and puja)SankrantiSankashtiVernal equinoxKalashtamiSheetala AshtamiDwipushkar YogaShivaratriday of Amavasya (ancestor rites)Ugadi, New YearChaitra Navaratri

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

3.03 Thu — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Mitra until 10:47
Revati (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
7.03 Mon — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Vardhamana, Auspicious nakshatra until 13:19
Rohini (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
25.03 Fri — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Yoga Siddha after 17:48
Dhanishtha (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.

Festivals

1.03 Tue Chandra Darshan
3.03 Thu Vinayaka Chaturthi
5.03 Sat Skanda Shashti
8.03 Tue Masik Durgashtami
10.03 Thu Amalaki Ekadashi
11.03 Fri Amalaki Ekadashi — Vaishnava fast
12.03 Sat Shani Pradosha
13.03 Sun Holika Dahan
14.03 Mon Holi (Dhulandi)
14.03 Mon Phalguna Purnima
16.03 Wed Mina Sankranti
17.03 Thu Sankashti Chaturthi (Bhalachandra)
18.03 Fri Rang Panchami
21.03 Mon Kalashtami
21.03 Mon Sheetala Ashtami (Basoda)
25.03 Fri Papmochani Ekadashi
26.03 Sat Shani Pradosha
27.03 Sun Masik Shivaratri
29.03 Tue Phalguna Amavasya
29.03 Tue Bhaumvati Amavasya
30.03 Wed Ugadi, Gudi Padwa — Hindu New Year
30.03 Wed Chaitra Navaratri: Ghatasthapana
31.03 Thu Chandra Darshan

Special muhurta yogas

1.03 Tue Tripushkar Yoga 07:18–20:06
1.03 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 20:06–07:16 (02.03)
3.03 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
4.03 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:11–02:16 (05.03)
6.03 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 13:29–04:09 (07.03)
7.03 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
7.03 Mon Amrita Siddhi Yoga 04:14–07:01 (08.03)
10.03 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
10.03 Thu Amrita Siddhi Yoga 00:46–06:53 (11.03)
10.03 Thu Guru Pushya Yoga 00:46–06:53 (11.03)
16.03 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:40–08:54
18.03 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:17–06:32 (19.03)
25.03 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:17–17:48
26.03 Sat Dwipushkar Yoga 06:14–15:38
29.03 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:06–04:36 (30.03)
31.03 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day

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

1.03 Tue — Anandadi: Kana, Tryahasparsha, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
2.03 Wed — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
6.03 Sun — Vaidhriti, Samvartaka Yoga, Anandadi: Dhumra
10.03 Thu — Kshaya tithi
16.03 Wed — Sankranti day, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
17.03 Thu — Kshaya tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Rikta tithi
21.03 Mon — Vyatipata, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Gandanta
22.03 Tue — Tryahasparsha, Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
23.03 Wed — Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Yoga Parigha
28.03 Mon — Krishna Chaturdashi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Panchaka
29.03 Tue — Amavasya, Panchaka, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
31.03 Thu — Vaidhriti, Surya Dagdha tithi, Gandanta

Sky this month

14.03 Full moon (Purnima) 16:30
16.03 Mina Sankranti 12:40 — the Sun enters Mina (Pisces)
16.03 Northern samvatsara: Sadharana → Virodhikrit 07:45
19.03 Vernal equinox 22:31
29.03 New moon (Amavasya) 22:01
There are no eclipses this month.

Periods

7–13.03 Holashtak
from 16.03 Kharmas
from 30.03 Chaitra Navaratri (spring)
28.02 00:56 – 4.03 00:35 Mrityu Panchaka
26.03 07:23 – 31.03 06:26 Mrityu Panchaka

Samvatsara and month

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

Durmukha (No. 30, “evil-faced, foul-mouthed”) — A year of harsh words: feuds and disputes, an average harvest; it is wise to guard one’s tongue. more

Northern samvatsara: Sadharana → Virodhikrit. Shaka Samvat 2118, Vikram Samvat 2253, Kali Yuga 5297.

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 · after 2100, times are approximate: the ΔT correction for such dates is unknown

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Anandadi: Kana, Tryahasparsha
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more
Festivals	Chandra Darshan

At sunrise 07:18

Tithi	2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 09:01 (02.03) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha)
Nakshatra	Purva-Bhadra, pada 3 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 20:06 more
Yoga	Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 04:44 (02.03) more
Karana	Balava (movable) · until 20:01 more
Vara	Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 20:01	karana Kaulava
from 20:06	nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
from 04:44 (02.03)	yoga Shubha

Sun and Moon

Dawn	06:41
Sunrise	07:18
Noon	12:41
Sunset	18:05
End of twilight	18:42
Moonrise	07:11
Moonset	20:05
Day length	10 h 46 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 0, 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 (07:18–18:05) is good for root crops.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Chandra Darshan · Chandra (the Moon)

The first evening after the new moon, when the thin lunar crescent becomes visible. People look at the young Moon, offer it water and pray for well-being; some fast until it appears.

Rule: first visible lunar crescent, 18:05–20:05
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 18:05–20:05

Muhurta

Tripushkar Yoga 07:18–20:06 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 20:06–07:16 (02.03) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 20:06–07:16 (02.03)

Anandadi: Siddhi 20:06–07:16 (02.03) Anandadi: Kana 07:18–20:06

Mrityu Panchaka: 00:56 (28.02)–00:35 (04.03)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	05:32–06:25
Abhijit Muhurta	12:20–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta	14:29–15:12
Godhuli	18:05–18:31
Pradosha	18:05–20:43
Nishitha	00:14–01:07 (02.03)
Amrita Kalam	11:12–12:59

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	15:23–16:44
Yamaganda	10:00–11:21
Gulika Kalam	12:42–14:02
Dur Muhurta	09:28–10:11, 23:21–00:14 (02.03)
Varjyam	06:40–08:25 (02.03)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:45–08:27, 09:22–16:27

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 07:45–08:27, 09:22–16:27
Cutting fingernails	average 07:45–08:27, 09:22–16:27
Cutting toenails	bad throughout the daytime
Bathing, washing hair	average 07:45–08:27, 09:22–16:27

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra; tithi Shukla-dvitya; lagna Kumbha 07:18, Mina 07:45, Mesha 08:27, Vrishabha 09:22, Mithuna 10:57, Karka 13:28, Simha 16:27

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra — facing death (dangers); Tuesday — harm to longevity.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −6

There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.

+1 Yoga Sadhya 07:18–04:44 (02.03)+1 Auspicious tithi all day0 Tripushkar Yoga 07:18–20:06−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:18–20:06−2 Tryahasparsha−3 Anandadi: Kana 07:18–20:06

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 07:18

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more

At sunrise 07:16

Tithi	2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 09:01 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise
Nakshatra	Uttara-Bhadra, pada 2 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 22:31 more
Yoga	Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 05:03 (03.03) more
Karana	Kaulava (movable) · until 09:01 more
Vara	Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 09:01	tithi Shukla-tritya
from 09:01	karana Taitila
from 21:57	karana Gara
from 22:31	nakshatra Revati
from 05:03 (03.03)	yoga Shukla

Sun and Moon

Dawn	06:39
Sunrise	07:16
Noon	12:41
Sunset	18:07
End of twilight	18:44
Moonrise	07:20
Moonset	21:19
Day length	10 h 51 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 4, bad — 0

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise	from 09:01

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (07:16–18:07) is good for sowing.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:16–09:01 Ravi Yoga 22:31–07:13 (03.03)

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 09:01–22:31 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:01–07:13 (03.03) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:01–07:13 (03.03)

Anandadi: Lumbaka 07:16–22:31 Anandadi: Utpata 22:31–07:13 (03.03)

Mrityu Panchaka: 00:56 (28.02)–00:35 (04.03)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	05:30–06:23
Abhijit Muhurta	none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta	14:30–15:13
Godhuli	18:07–18:33
Pradosha	18:07–20:44
Nishitha	00:14–01:06 (03.03)
Amrita Kalam	17:14–18:59

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	12:41–14:03
Yamaganda	08:37–09:59
Gulika Kalam	11:20–12:41
Dur Muhurta	12:20–13:03
Varjyam	06:40–08:25

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:41–08:23, 09:18–16:23

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 07:41–08:23, 09:18–16:23
Cutting fingernails	good 07:41–08:23, 09:18–16:23
Cutting toenails	good 09:18–16:23
Bathing, washing hair	good 07:41–08:23, 09:18–16:23

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra; tithi Shukla-dvitya until 09:01, Shukla-tritya from 09:01; lagna Kumbha 07:16, Mina 07:41, Mesha 08:23, Vrishabha 09:18, Mithuna 10:53, Karka 13:24, Simha 16:23

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra — a good life; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3

Avoid starting important matters: Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)

+2 Yoga Shubha 07:16–05:03 (03.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:16–22:31+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:16–09:010 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:16–09:01−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 07:16–22:31−1 Panchaka all day−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 09:01–22:31−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:01–07:13 (03.03)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:01–07:13 (03.03)

Panchanga at sunrise 07:16

Summary	Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — until 10:47
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more
Festivals	Vinayaka Chaturthi

At sunrise 07:13

Tithi	3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 10:47 more
Nakshatra	Revati, pada 2 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 00:35 (04.03) more Gandamula
Yoga	Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 05:05 (04.03) more
Karana	Gara (movable) · until 10:47 more
Vara	Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 10:47	tithi Shukla-chaturti
from 10:47	karana Vanija
from 23:31	karana Vishti
from 00:35 (04.03)	nakshatra Ashwini
from 05:05 (04.03)	yoga Brahma

Sun and Moon

Dawn	06:36
Sunrise	07:13
Noon	12:41
Sunset	18:09
End of twilight	18:46
Moonrise	07:30
Moonset	22:36
Day length	10 h 55 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	from 10:47

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (07:13–18:09) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Vinayaka Chaturthi · Ganesha

The monthly Chaturthi of Ganesha in the bright half of the month. Puja is performed at noon (Madhyahna); in the evening of this day devotees do not look at the Moon.

Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:36–13:47
the tithi covers the decisive time on both days — the day with greater coverage is chosen

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 07:13–00:35 (04.03) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:47–07:11 (04.03)

Anandadi: Mitra 07:13–00:35 (04.03) Anandadi: Manasa 00:35–07:11 (04.03)

Bhadra on earth: 23:31–00:35 (04.03); Bhadra Mukha 23:28–01:35 (04.03)
Bhadra in heaven: 00:35–12:09 (04.03); Bhadra Mukha 23:28–01:35 (04.03); Bhadra Puchha 10:53–12:09 (04.03)
Mrityu Panchaka: 00:56 (28.02)–00:35 (04.03)
Gandanta (nakshatra): 18:06–07:03 (04.03)
Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	05:29–06:21
Abhijit Muhurta	12:19–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta	14:30–15:14
Godhuli	18:09–18:35
Pradosha	18:09–20:45
Nishitha	00:14–01:06 (04.03)
Amrita Kalam	21:59–23:43

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	14:03–15:25
Yamaganda	07:13–08:35
Gulika Kalam	09:57–11:19
Dur Muhurta	10:52–11:36, 15:14–15:58
Varjyam	11:33–13:17

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:37–08:19, 09:15–10:47

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	good 07:37–08:19, 09:15–10:47
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	good 07:37–08:19, 09:15–10:47
Bathing, washing hair	good 07:37–08:19, 09:15–10:47

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Revati; tithi Shukla-tritya until 10:47, Shukla-chaturti from 10:47; lagna Kumbha 07:13, Mina 07:37, Mesha 08:19, Vrishabha 09:15, Mithuna 10:49, Karka 13:20, Simha 16:19

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati — increase in property; Thursday — success.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Shukla-chaturti 10:47–18:09: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +7

The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.

Auspicious time ends by 10:47

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+2 Ravi Yoga 07:13–00:35 (04.03)+1 Anandadi: Mitra 07:13–00:35 (04.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:13–00:35 (04.03)+1 Yoga Shukla 07:13–05:05 (04.03)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:13–10:470 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:47–07:11 (04.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 10:47–07:11 (04.03)−1 Panchaka 07:13–00:35 (04.03)−1 Rikta tithi 10:47–07:11 (04.03)

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 07:13

Summary	Favourable day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Brahma; auspicious time — after 12:09
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more

At sunrise 07:11

Tithi	4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 12:09 more
Nakshatra	Ashwini, pada 2 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 02:16 (05.03) more Gandamula
Yoga	Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 04:48 (05.03) more
Karana	Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 12:09 more
Vara	Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 12:09	tithi Shukla-panchami
from 12:09	karana Bava
from 00:41 (05.03)	karana Balava
from 02:16 (05.03)	nakshatra Bharani
from 04:48 (05.03)	yoga Indra

Sun and Moon

Dawn	06:34
Sunrise	07:11
Noon	12:40
Sunset	18:11
End of twilight	18:48
Moonrise	07:43
Moonset	23:55
Day length	11 h 00 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 12, bad — 1

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise	from 12:09

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) 07:11–12:09: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:11–02:16 (05.03) Ravi Yoga 02:16–07:08 (05.03)

Jwalamukhi Yoga 02:16–07:08 (05.03)

Anandadi: Vajra 07:11–02:16 (05.03) Anandadi: Mudgara 02:16–07:08 (05.03)

Bhadra in heaven: 00:35–12:09; Bhadra Mukha 23:28 (03.03)–01:35; Bhadra Puchha 10:53–12:09
Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-chaturti

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	05:27–06:19
Abhijit Muhurta	12:19–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta	14:31–15:15
Godhuli	18:11–18:37
Pradosha	18:11–20:47
Nishitha	00:14–01:06 (05.03)
Amrita Kalam	18:34–20:16

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	11:18–12:41
Yamaganda	15:26–16:49
Gulika Kalam	08:33–09:56
Dur Muhurta	09:23–10:07, 13:03–13:47
Varjyam	21:59–23:42

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 12:09–16:15

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shaving	good 12:09–16:15
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	good 12:09–16:15
Bathing, washing hair	good 12:09–16:15

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ashwini; tithi Shukla-chaturti until 12:09, Shukla-panchami from 12:09; lagna Kumbha 07:11, Mina 07:34, Mesha 08:15, Vrishabha 09:11, Mithuna 10:45, Karka 13:16, Simha 16:15

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini — joy; Friday — universal respect.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Shukla-chaturti 07:11–12:09: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +3

Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.

Auspicious time begins after 12:09

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:11–02:16 (05.03)+2 Yoga Brahma 07:11–04:48 (05.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:11–02:16 (05.03)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 12:09–07:08 (05.03)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:11–12:09−1 Anandadi: Vajra 07:11–02:16 (05.03)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 07:11–12:09−2 Rikta tithi 07:11–12:09

Panchanga at sunrise 07:11

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Indra, Ravi Yoga; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more
Festivals	Skanda Shashti

At sunrise 07:08

Tithi	5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 13:05 more
Nakshatra	Bharani, pada 1 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 03:28 (06.03) more
Yoga	Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 04:08 (06.03) more
Karana	Balava (movable) · until 13:05 more
Vara	Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 13:05	tithi Shukla-shashti
from 13:05	karana Kaulava
from 01:21 (06.03)	karana Taitila
from 03:28 (06.03)	nakshatra Krittika
from 04:08 (06.03)	yoga Vaidhriti

Sun and Moon

Dawn	06:31
Sunrise	07:08
Noon	12:40
Sunset	18:13
End of twilight	18:50
Moonrise	08:00
Moonset	none
Day length	11 h 04 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 6, bad — 2

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise	from 13:05

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (07:08–18:13) is good for root crops.

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Festivals and periods

Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)

The sixth day of the waxing Moon is dedicated to Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya), the son of Shiva. Devotees fast and worship Murugan; the day is especially revered in South India.

Rule: the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset, 13:05–07:06 (06.03)
the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 07:08–03:28 (06.03)

Jwalamukhi Yoga 07:08–13:05 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:08–13:05 Krakacha Yoga 13:05–07:06 (06.03)

Anandadi: Dhwaja 03:28–07:06 (06.03) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 07:08–03:28 (06.03)

Gandanta (tithi): 12:40–13:29

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	05:25–06:17
Abhijit Muhurta	12:19–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta	14:32–15:16
Godhuli	18:13–18:39
Pradosha	18:13–20:48
Nishitha	00:14–01:05 (06.03)
Amrita Kalam	22:26–00:07 (06.03)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	09:55–11:18
Yamaganda	14:04–15:27
Gulika Kalam	07:08–08:31
Dur Muhurta	07:08–07:53, 07:53–08:37
Varjyam	12:21–14:02

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:30–08:11, 09:07–13:05

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 07:30–08:11, 09:07–13:05
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	average 07:30–08:11, 09:07–13:05
Bathing, washing hair	average 07:30–08:11, 09:07–13:05

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Bharani; tithi Shukla-panchami until 13:05, Shukla-shashti from 13:05; lagna Kumbha 07:08, Mina 07:30, Mesha 08:11, Vrishabha 09:07, Mithuna 10:41, Karka 13:12, Simha 16:11

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani — facing death (dangers); Saturday — decline of physical strength.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = +1

Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.

+2 Yoga Indra 07:08–04:08 (06.03)+2 Ravi Yoga 07:08–03:28 (06.03)+1 Auspicious tithi 07:08–13:050 Jwalamukhi Yoga 07:08–13:05 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:08–13:05 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 07:08–03:28 (06.03)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:08–03:28 (06.03)−1 Krakacha Yoga 13:05–07:06 (06.03)

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 07:08

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Samvartaka Yoga
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more

At sunrise 07:06

Tithi	6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 13:29 more
Nakshatra	Krittika, pada 1 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 04:09 (07.03) more
Yoga	Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 03:02 (07.03) more
Karana	Taitila (movable) · until 13:29 more
Vara	Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 13:29	tithi Shukla-saptami
from 13:29	karana Gara
from 01:28 (07.03)	karana Vanija
from 03:02 (07.03)	yoga Vishkambha
from 04:09 (07.03)	nakshatra Rohini

Sun and Moon

Dawn	06:29
Sunrise	07:06
Noon	12:40
Sunset	18:15
End of twilight	18:52
Moonrise	08:24
Moonset	01:14
Day length	11 h 09 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 2, bad — 7

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise	from 13:29

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 (07:06–18:15) is good for root crops.

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Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 12:32–04:09 (07.03) Tripushkar Yoga 13:29–04:09 (07.03)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:06–13:29 Samvartaka Yoga 13:29–07:03 (07.03)

Anandadi: Prajapati 04:09–07:03 (07.03) Anandadi: Dhumra 07:06–04:09 (07.03)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	05:23–06:14
Abhijit Muhurta	12:18–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta	14:32–15:17
Godhuli	18:15–18:41
Pradosha	18:15–20:49
Nishitha	00:14–01:05 (07.03)
Amrita Kalam	01:41–03:19 (07.03)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	16:52–18:15
Yamaganda	12:41–14:04
Gulika Kalam	15:28–16:52
Dur Muhurta	16:46–17:31
Varjyam	15:49–17:27

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shaving	no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hair	average 07:26–08:07, 09:03–16:07

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Krittika; tithi Shukla-shashti until 13:29, Shukla-saptami from 13:29; lagna Kumbha 07:06, Mina 07:26, Mesha 08:07, Vrishabha 09:03, Mithuna 10:37, Karka 13:08, Simha 16:07

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika — consumption (a wasting disease); Sunday — physical well-being.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Vaidhriti 07:06–18:15: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3

Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti

+2 Ravi Yoga 12:32–04:09 (07.03)0 Auspicious tithi 13:29–07:03 (07.03)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:06–13:29 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Tripushkar Yoga 13:29–04:09 (07.03)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 07:06–04:09 (07.03)−1 Samvartaka Yoga 13:29–07:03 (07.03)−3 Vaidhriti 07:06–03:02 (07.03)

Panchanga at sunrise 07:06

Summary	Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Vardhamana; auspicious time — until 13:19
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more
Period	Holashtak

At sunrise 07:03

Tithi	7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 13:19 more
Nakshatra	Rohini, pada 1 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 04:14 (08.03) more
Yoga	Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 01:29 (08.03) more
Karana	Vanija (movable) · until 13:19 more
Vara	Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 13:19	tithi Shukla-ashtami
from 13:19	karana Vishti
from 01:00 (08.03)	karana Bava
from 01:29 (08.03)	yoga Priti
from 04:14 (08.03)	nakshatra Mrigashirsha

Sun and Moon

Dawn	06:26
Sunrise	07:03
Noon	12:40
Sunset	18:17
End of twilight	18:54
Moonrise	09:00
Moonset	02:30
Day length	11 h 14 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 13:19

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, Rohini (07:03–18:17) is good for sowing.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 13:19–18:17: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Holashtak

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 04:14–07:01 (08.03)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:03–13:19

Anandadi: Vardhamana 07:03–04:14 (08.03) Anandadi: Ananda 04:14–07:01 (08.03)

Bhadra in heaven: 13:19–01:00 (08.03); Bhadra Puchha 15:03–16:13; Bhadra Mukha 16:13–18:09

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	05:21–06:12
Abhijit Muhurta	12:18–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta	14:33–15:18
Godhuli	18:17–18:43
Pradosha	18:17–20:50
Nishitha	00:14–01:04 (08.03)
Amrita Kalam	01:01–02:37 (08.03)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	08:27–09:52
Yamaganda	11:16–12:40
Gulika Kalam	14:05–15:29
Dur Muhurta	13:03–13:48, 15:18–16:03
Varjyam	20:12–21:48

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:22–08:03, 08:59–13:19

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	good 07:22–08:03, 08:59–13:19
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	good 07:22–08:03, 08:59–13:19
Bathing, washing hair	good 07:22–08:03, 08:59–16:03

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Rohini; tithi Shukla-saptami until 13:19, Shukla-ashtami from 13:19; lagna Kumbha 07:03, Mina 07:22, Mesha 08:03, Vrishabha 08:59, Mithuna 10:33, Karka 13:04, Simha 16:03

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini — destruction of all misfortunes; Monday — clear, bright complexion.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Shukla-ashtami 13:19–18:17: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +6

The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.

Auspicious time ends by 13:19

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 07:03–04:14 (08.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:03–04:14 (08.03)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:03–13:190 Holashtak0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:03–13:19 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Ashtami 13:19–07:01 (08.03)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 13:19–01:00 (08.03)

Panchanga at sunrise 07:03

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more
Period	Holashtak
Festivals	Masik Durgashtami

At sunrise 07:01

Tithi	8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 12:31 more
Nakshatra	Mrigashirsha, pada 1 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 03:41 (09.03) more
Yoga	Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 23:25 more
Karana	Bava (movable) · until 12:31 more
Vara	Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 12:31	tithi Shukla-navami
from 12:31	karana Balava
from 23:25	yoga Ayushman
from 23:53	karana Kaulava
from 03:41 (09.03)	nakshatra Ardra

Sun and Moon

Dawn	06:24
Sunrise	07:01
Noon	12:40
Sunset	18:19
End of twilight	18:56
Moonrise	09:53
Moonset	03:35
Day length	11 h 18 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 12:31

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (07:01–18:19) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Festivals and periods

Masik Durgashtami · Durga

The monthly Ashtami of Durga — the eighth day of the waxing Moon. Devotees fast and perform Durga Puja for protection and strength.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 13:19 (07.03)–12:31
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Holashtak

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:01–12:31 Ravi Yoga 03:41–06:58 (09.03)

Yamaghanta 03:41–06:58 (09.03)

Anandadi: Chara 03:41–06:58 (09.03) Anandadi: Rakshasa 07:01–03:41 (09.03)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	05:19–06:10
Abhijit Muhurta	12:17–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta	14:33–15:18
Godhuli	18:19–18:45
Pradosha	18:19–20:51
Nishitha	00:14–01:04 (09.03)
Amrita Kalam	19:05–20:39

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	15:30–16:55
Yamaganda	09:50–11:15
Gulika Kalam	12:40–14:05
Dur Muhurta	09:16–10:02, 23:23–00:14 (09.03)
Varjyam	09:42–11:16

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 07:18–07:59, 08:55–15:59

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha; tithi Shukla-ashtami until 12:31, Shukla-navami from 12:31; lagna Kumbha 07:01, Mina 07:18, Mesha 07:59, Vrishabha 08:55, Mithuna 10:29, Karka 13:00, Simha 15:59

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Tuesday — harm to longevity.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Shukla-ashtami 07:01–12:31: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Shukla-navami 12:31–18:19: 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.

+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:01–12:31+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:01–03:41 (09.03)+1 Yoga Priti 07:01–23:250 Holashtak−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 07:01–03:41 (09.03)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Rikta tithi 12:31–06:58 (09.03)

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 07:01

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Yoga Ayushman; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Rikta tithi
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more
Period	Holashtak

At sunrise 06:58

Tithi	9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 11:05 more
Nakshatra	Ardra, pada 1 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 02:31 (10.03) more
Yoga	Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 20:50 more
Karana	Kaulava (movable) · until 11:05 more
Vara	Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini)

Changes during the day

from 11:05	tithi Shukla-dashami
from 11:05	karana Taitila
from 20:50	yoga Saubhagya
from 22:07	karana Gara
from 02:31 (10.03)	nakshatra Punarvasu

Sun and Moon

Dawn	06:21
Sunrise	06:58
Noon	12:39
Sunset	18:22
End of twilight	18:58
Moonrise	11:05
Moonset	04:26
Day length	11 h 23 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 11:05

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Festivals and periods

Holashtak

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga all day

Krakacha Yoga 06:58–11:05

Anandadi: Musala 06:58–02:31 (10.03) Anandadi: Gada 02:31–06:56 (10.03)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	05:17–06:08
Abhijit Muhurta	none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta	14:34–15:19
Godhuli	18:22–18:47
Pradosha	18:22–20:52
Nishitha	00:13–01:04 (10.03)
Amrita Kalam	17:00–18:32

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	12:40–14:05
Yamaganda	08:24–09:49
Gulika Kalam	11:14–12:40
Dur Muhurta	12:17–13:03
Varjyam	11:41–13:12

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 11:05–18:22

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shaving	average 11:05–18:22
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	average 11:05–18:22
Bathing, washing hair	good 11:05–15:55

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Ardra; tithi Shukla-navami until 11:05, Shukla-dashami from 11:05; lagna Kumbha 06:58, Mina 07:14, Mesha 07:55, Vrishabha 08:51, Mithuna 10:25, Karka 12:56, Simha 15:55

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra — sadness; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Shukla-navami 06:58–11:05: 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 Yoga Ayushman 06:58–20:50+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 11:05–06:56 (10.03)0 Holashtak−1 Anandadi: Musala 06:58–02:31 (10.03)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:58–02:31 (10.03)−2 Rikta tithi 06:58–11:05−3 Krakacha Yoga 06:58–11:05

Panchanga at sunrise 06:58

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more
Period	Holashtak
Festivals	Amalaki Ekadashi

At sunrise 06:56

Tithi	10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 09:01 more
Nakshatra	Punarvasu, pada 1 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 00:46 (11.03) more
Yoga	Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 17:47 more
Karana	Gara (movable) · until 09:01 more
Vara	Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini)

Changes during the day

from 09:01	tithi Shukla-ekadashi (kshaya: not present at any sunrise)
from 09:01	karana Vanija
from 17:47	yoga Shobhana
from 19:46	karana Vishti
from 00:46 (11.03)	nakshatra Pushya
from 06:23 (11.03)	tithi Shukla-dvadashi
from 06:23 (11.03)	karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn	06:19
Sunrise	06:56
Noon	12:39
Sunset	18:24
End of twilight	19:00
Moonrise	12:31
Moonset	05:02
Day length	11 h 28 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 09:01

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (06:56–18:24) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Festivals and periods

Amalaki Ekadashi · Vishnu

The Ekadashi of the bright half of Phalguna, dedicated to the amalaki (amla) tree, in which, according to legend, Vishnu resides. Devotees worship the amla tree and fast.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 09:01–06:23 (11.03)
kshaya Ekadashi does not prevail at sunrise: Smartas fast on the day it begins, Vaishnavas on the next day
Parana (breaking the fast): 13:49–16:07 (11.03)
Vaishnava date: 11.03

Holashtak

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:56–09:01 Ravi Yoga 06:56–00:46 (11.03) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 06:56–00:46 (11.03) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 00:46–06:53 (11.03) Guru Pushya Yoga 00:46–06:53 (11.03)

Anandadi: Siddhi 06:56–00:46 (11.03) Anandadi: Shubha 00:46–06:53 (11.03)

Bhadra on earth: 19:46–06:23 (11.03); Bhadra Puchha 23:58–01:02 (11.03); Bhadra Mukha 01:02–02:49 (11.03)
Gandanta (tithi): 08:39–09:22

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	05:15–06:05
Abhijit Muhurta	12:17–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta	14:34–15:20
Godhuli	18:24–18:49
Pradosha	18:24–20:53
Nishitha	00:13–01:03 (11.03)
Amrita Kalam	22:33–00:02 (11.03)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	14:06–15:32
Yamaganda	06:56–08:22
Gulika Kalam	09:48–11:14
Dur Muhurta	10:45–11:31, 15:20–16:06
Varjyam	13:39–15:08

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:10–07:51, 08:47–15:51

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shaving	good 07:10–07:51, 08:47–15:51
Cutting fingernails	good 07:10–07:51
Cutting toenails	good 07:10–07:51, 08:47–15:51
Bathing, washing hair	good 07:10–07:51, 08:47–15:51

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Punarvasu; tithi Shukla-dashami until 09:01, Shukla-ekadashi from 09:01; lagna Kumbha 06:56, Mina 07:10, Mesha 07:51, Vrishabha 08:47, Mithuna 10:22, Karka 12:52, Simha 15:51

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Thursday — success.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = +9

Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+2 Ravi Yoga 06:56–00:46 (11.03)+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 06:56–00:46 (11.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:56–00:46 (11.03)+1 Yoga Saubhagya 06:56–17:47+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:56–09:01+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 06:56–00:46 (11.03)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:56–09:010 Holashtak−2 Kshaya tithi

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 06:56

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Pushya, Yoga Shobhana; cons: Anandadi: Utpata, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more
Period	Holashtak
Festivals	Amalaki Ekadashi — Vaishnava fast

At sunrise 06:53

Tithi	12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 03:16 (12.03) more
Nakshatra	Pushya, pada 2 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 22:31 more
Yoga	Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 14:17 more
Karana	Bava (movable) · until 16:53 more
Vara	Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 14:17	yoga Atiganda
from 16:53	karana Balava
from 22:31	nakshatra Ashlesha
from 03:16 (12.03)	tithi Shukla-triodashi
from 03:16 (12.03)	karana Kaulava

Sun and Moon

Dawn	06:16
Sunrise	06:53
Noon	12:39
Sunset	18:26
End of twilight	19:03
Moonrise	14:06
Moonset	05:27
Day length	11 h 32 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 5, bad — 0

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise

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 (06:53–18:26) is good for sowing.

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Festivals and periods

Amalaki Ekadashi — Vaishnava fast · Vishnu

Vaishnavas (ISKCON) keep this Ekadashi on a different day from Smartas.

Smarta date: 10.03
Ekadashi does not prevail at any sunrise (kshaya): Smartas fast on the day it begins, Vaishnavas on the next day, on Dwadashi.

Holashtak

Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:53–03:16 (12.03) Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 22:31–03:16 (12.03)

Anandadi: Utpata 06:53–22:31 Anandadi: Mrityu 22:31–06:50 (12.03)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	05:13–06:03
Abhijit Muhurta	12:16–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta	14:35–15:21
Godhuli	18:26–18:51
Pradosha	18:26–20:55
Nishitha	00:13–01:03 (12.03)
Amrita Kalam	16:43–18:10

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	11:13–12:39
Yamaganda	15:33–16:59
Gulika Kalam	08:20–09:46
Dur Muhurta	09:12–09:58, 13:02–13:49
Varjyam	08:01–09:28

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:06–07:48, 08:43–15:48

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shaving	good 07:06–07:48, 08:43–15:48
Cutting fingernails	average throughout the daytime
Cutting toenails	good 07:06–07:48, 08:43–15:48
Bathing, washing hair	average throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Pushya; tithi Shukla-dvadashi; lagna Kumbha 06:53, Mina 07:06, Mesha 07:48, Vrishabha 08:43, Mithuna 10:18, Karka 12:48, Simha 15:48

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya — increase in wealth; Friday — universal respect.

Cautions:

Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

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 Pushya 06:53–22:31+1 Yoga Shobhana 06:53–14:17+1 Auspicious weekday0 Holashtak0 Yoga Atiganda 14:17–16:18−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:53–03:16 (12.03)−3 Anandadi: Utpata 06:53–22:31

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 06:53

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Manasa, Auspicious tithi; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more
Period	Holashtak
Festivals	Shani Pradosha

At sunrise 06:50

Tithi	13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 23:49 more
Nakshatra	Ashlesha, pada 2 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 19:53 more Gandamula
Yoga	Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 10:26 more
Karana	Kaulava (movable) · until 13:35 more
Vara	Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 10:26	yoga Sukarma
from 13:35	karana Taitila
from 19:53	nakshatra Magha
from 23:49	tithi Shukla-chaturdashi
from 23:49	karana Gara
from 06:21 (13.03)	yoga Dhriti

Sun and Moon

Dawn	06:14
Sunrise	06:50
Noon	12:39
Sunset	18:28
End of twilight	19:05
Moonrise	15:42
Moonset	05:45
Day length	11 h 37 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 9, bad — 1

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise

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Festivals and periods

Shani Pradosha · Shiva

Pradosha on a Saturday. According to legend, Shiva drank the Halahala poison on a Saturday Trayodashi, so fasting on this day pacifies Shani (Saturn) and softens his harsh influence.

Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 18:28–20:56
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Holashtak

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 19:53–06:48 (13.03) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 23:49–06:48 (13.03)

Anandadi: Manasa 06:50–19:53 Anandadi: Padma 19:53–06:48 (13.03)

Gandanta (nakshatra): 14:34–01:11 (13.03)
Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	05:11–06:01
Abhijit Muhurta	12:16–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta	14:35–15:22
Godhuli	18:28–18:52
Pradosha	18:28–20:56
Nishitha	00:13–01:02 (13.03)
Amrita Kalam	18:28–19:53

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	09:45–11:12
Yamaganda	14:06–15:33
Gulika Kalam	06:50–08:18
Dur Muhurta	06:50–07:37, 07:37–08:23
Varjyam	09:55–11:20, 06:27–07:52 (13.03)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:02–07:44, 08:39–15:44

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 07:02–07:44, 08:39–15:44
Cutting fingernails	bad throughout the daytime
Cutting toenails	average 07:02–07:44, 08:39–15:44
Bathing, washing hair	average 07:02–07:44, 08:39–15:44

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Ashlesha; tithi Shukla-triodashi; lagna Kumbha 06:50, Mina 07:02, Mesha 07:44, Vrishabha 08:39, Mithuna 10:14, Karka 12:44, Simha 15:44

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha — physical affliction (suffering); Saturday — decline of physical strength.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = +1

Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.

+1 Anandadi: Manasa 06:50–19:53+1 Auspicious tithi 06:50–23:49+1 Yoga Sukarma 10:26–06:21 (13.03)0 Holashtak−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:50–19:53

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 06:50

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Yoga Dhriti; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more
Period	Holashtak
Festivals	Holika Dahan

At sunrise 06:48

Tithi	14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 20:10 more
Nakshatra	Magha, pada 3 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 17:02 more Gandamula
Yoga	Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 02:09 (14.03) more
Karana	Gara (movable) · until 10:00 more
Vara	Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 10:00	karana Vanija
from 17:02	nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
from 20:10	tithi Purnima
from 20:10	karana Vishti
from 02:09 (14.03)	yoga Shula
from 06:19 (14.03)	karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn	06:11
Sunrise	06:48
Noon	12:38
Sunset	18:30
End of twilight	19:07
Moonrise	17:18
Moonset	06:00
Day length	11 h 42 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 1, bad — 10

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise	from 17:02

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 (06:48–17:02) is good for sowing, for root crops.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (17:02–18:30) is good for root crops.
Shukla-chaturdashi 06:48–18:30: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

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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, 02:46–03:47 (14.03)
Bhadra lasts past midnight — the rite is performed in Bhadra Puchha
Bhadra Puchha: 02:46–03:47 (14.03)
Bhadra Mukha (avoid): 03:47–05:29 (14.03)

Holashtak

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 06:48–17:02

Yamaghanta 06:48–17:02

Anandadi: Chhatra 17:02–06:45 (14.03) Anandadi: Mudgara 06:48–17:02

Bhadra on earth: 20:10–06:19 (14.03); Bhadra Puchha 02:46–03:47 (14.03); Bhadra Mukha 03:47–05:29 (14.03)
Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	05:09–05:58
Abhijit Muhurta	12:15–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta	14:36–15:23
Godhuli	18:30–18:54
Pradosha	18:30–20:57
Nishitha	00:13–01:02 (14.03)
Amrita Kalam	14:55–16:19

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	17:02–18:30
Yamaganda	12:39–14:07
Gulika Kalam	15:34–17:02
Dur Muhurta	16:56–17:43
Varjyam	06:27–07:52, 00:03–01:28 (14.03)

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 Magha until 17:02, Purva-Phalguni from 17:02; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi; lagna Kumbha 06:48, Mina 06:58, Mesha 07:40, Vrishabha 08:35, Mithuna 10:10, Karka 12:40, Simha 15:40

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha (until 17:02) — loss of property; Purva-Phalguni (from 17:02) — ill health; Sunday — physical well-being.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Shukla-chaturdashi 06:48–18:30: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = −1

Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.

+2 Ravi Yoga 06:48–17:02+1 Yoga Dhriti 06:48–02:09 (14.03)0 Anandadi: Chhatra 17:02–06:45 (14.03)0 Holashtak0 Yamaghanta 06:48–17:02 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 06:48–17:02−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:48–17:02−2 Rikta tithi 06:48–20:10

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 06:48

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Dhwaja, Auspicious weekday; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more
Festivals	Holi (Dhulandi) · Phalguna Purnima

At sunrise 06:45

Tithi	15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 16:30 more
Nakshatra	Purva-Phalguni, pada 3 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 14:07 more
Yoga	Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 21:58 more
Karana	Bava (movable) · until 16:30 more
Vara	Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 14:07	nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
from 16:30	tithi Krishna-pratipat
from 16:30	karana Balava
from 21:58	yoga Ganda
from 02:42 (15.03)	karana Kaulava

Sun and Moon

Dawn	06:08
Sunrise	06:45
Noon	12:38
Sunset	18:32
End of twilight	19:09
Moonrise	18:53
Moonset	06:12
Day length	11 h 46 min

Sky

Full moon (Purnima)	16:30

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 6, bad — 4

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise	from 14:07	from 16:30

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, Purva-Phalguni (06:45–14:07) is good for root crops.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (14:07–18:32) is good for sowing.

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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

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 20:10 (13.03)–16:30
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Anandadi: Dhwaja 06:45–14:07 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 14:07–06:43 (15.03)

Gandanta (tithi): 16:09–16:50

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	05:07–05:56
Abhijit Muhurta	12:15–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta	14:36–15:23
Godhuli	18:32–18:56
Pradosha	18:32–20:58
Nishitha	00:13–01:02 (15.03)
Amrita Kalam	08:30–09:54, 04:59–06:24 (15.03)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	08:14–09:42
Yamaganda	11:10–12:39
Gulika Kalam	14:07–15:35
Dur Muhurta	13:02–13:49, 15:23–16:11
Varjyam	20:29–21:54

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 16:30–18:32

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	average 16:30–18:32
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	average 16:30–18:32
Bathing, washing hair	good 14:07–15:36

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni until 14:07, Uttara-Phalguni from 14:07; tithi Purnima until 16:30, Krishna-pratipat from 16:30; lagna Kumbha 06:45, Mina 06:54, Mesha 07:36, Vrishabha 08:31, Mithuna 10:06, Karka 12:37, Simha 15:36

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni (until 14:07) — ill health; Uttara-Phalguni (from 14:07) — destruction of all diseases; Monday — clear, bright complexion.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Purnima 06:45–16:30: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = +2

Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.

+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 06:45–14:07+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious nakshatra 14:07–06:43 (15.03)0 Auspicious tithi 16:30–06:43 (15.03)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:45–14:07

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 06:45

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Prajapati, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Mrityu 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	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more

At sunrise 06:43

Tithi	1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 12:58 more
Nakshatra	Uttara-Phalguni, pada 4 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 11:21 more
Yoga	Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 17:57 more
Karana	Kaulava (movable) · until 12:58 more
Vara	Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo)

Changes during the day

from 11:21	nakshatra Hasta
from 12:58	tithi Krishna-dvitya
from 12:58	karana Taitila
from 17:57	yoga Vriddhi
from 23:20	karana Gara

Sun and Moon

Dawn	06:06
Sunrise	06:43
Noon	12:38
Sunset	18:34
End of twilight	19:11
Moonrise	20:28
Moonset	06:24
Day length	11 h 51 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 11:21	from 12:58

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (06:43–11:21) is good for sowing.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (11:21–18:34) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:43–12:58

Anandadi: Prajapati 06:43–11:21 Anandadi: Saumya 11:21–06:40 (16.03)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	05:05–05:54
Abhijit Muhurta	12:15–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta	14:37–15:24
Godhuli	18:34–18:58
Pradosha	18:34–20:59
Nishitha	00:13–01:01 (16.03)
Amrita Kalam	03:31–04:57 (16.03)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	15:36–17:05
Yamaganda	09:40–11:09
Gulika Kalam	12:38–14:07
Dur Muhurta	09:05–09:52, 23:24–00:13 (16.03)
Varjyam	18:54–20:20

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:50–07:32, 08:27–15:32

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	average 06:50–07:32, 08:27–15:32
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	average 06:50–07:32, 08:27–15:32
Bathing, washing hair	average 06:50–07:32, 08:27–18:34

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni until 11:21, Hasta from 11:21; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 12:58, Krishna-dvitya from 12:58; lagna Kumbha 06:43, Mina 06:50, Mesha 07:32, Vrishabha 08:27, Mithuna 10:02, Karka 12:33, Simha 15:32, Kanya 18:32

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni (until 11:21) — destruction of all diseases; Hasta (from 11:21) — imparting radiance (to the person); Tuesday — harm to longevity.

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

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: Prajapati 06:43–11:21+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:43–11:21+1 Auspicious tithi 06:43–12:580 Yoga Vriddhi 17:57–06:40 (16.03)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:43–12:58

Panchanga at sunrise 06:43

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Sankranti day, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more
Period	Kharmas
Festivals	Mina Sankranti

At sunrise 06:40

Tithi	2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 09:48 more
Nakshatra	Hasta, pada 4 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 08:54 more
Yoga	Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 14:16 more
Karana	Gara (movable) · until 09:48 more
Vara	Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo)

Changes during the day

from 08:54	nakshatra Chitra
from 09:48	tithi Krishna-tritya
from 09:48	karana Vanija
from 14:16	yoga Dhruva
from 20:24	karana Vishti

Sun and Moon

Dawn	06:03
Sunrise	06:40
Noon	12:37
Sunset	18:36
End of twilight	19:13
Moonrise	22:01
Moonset	06:38
Day length	11 h 55 min

Sky

Mina Sankranti	12:40 — the Sun enters Mina (Pisces)
Northern samvatsara	07:45 — Sadharana → Virodhikrit

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 4, bad — 0

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise	from 08:54	from 09:48

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (06:40–08:54) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (08:54–18:36) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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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, 12:40–18:36
on the day the Sun enters the sign

Kharmas

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:40–08:54 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:40–09:48

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:48–06:37 (17.03) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:48–06:37 (17.03)

Anandadi: Ananda 06:40–08:54 Anandadi: Kaladanda 08:54–06:37 (17.03)

Bhadra in the netherworld: 20:24–07:09 (17.03); Bhadra Puchha 03:25–04:29 (17.03); Bhadra Mukha 04:29–06:15 (17.03)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	05:03–05:52
Abhijit Muhurta	none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta	14:37–15:25
Godhuli	18:36–19:00
Pradosha	18:36–21:00
Nishitha	00:13–01:01 (17.03)
Amrita Kalam	01:06–02:34 (17.03)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	12:38–14:07
Yamaganda	08:09–09:39
Gulika Kalam	11:08–12:38
Dur Muhurta	12:14–13:02
Varjyam	16:16–17:44

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 06:46–07:28, 08:23–15:28

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Hasta until 08:54, Chitra from 08:54; tithi Krishna-dvitya until 09:48, Krishna-tritya from 09:48; lagna Kumbha 06:40, Mina 06:46, Mesha 07:28, Vrishabha 08:23, Mithuna 09:58, Karka 12:29, Simha 15:28, Kanya 18:29

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta (until 08:54) — imparting radiance (to the person); Chitra (from 08:54) — improvement of well-being; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Sankranti at 12:40 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = +1

Avoid starting important matters: Sankranti day

+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:40–09:48+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:40–08:54+1 Yoga Vriddhi 06:40–14:16+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:40–09:48+1 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:40–08:540 Anandadi: Ananda 06:40–08:540 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 08:54–06:37 (17.03)−1 Sankranti day−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:48–06:37 (17.03)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:48–06:37 (17.03)

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 06:40

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more
Period	Kharmas
Festivals	Sankashti Chaturthi (Bhalachandra)

At sunrise 06:37

Tithi	3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 07:09 more
Nakshatra	Chitra, pada 4 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 06:59 more
Yoga	Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 11:02 more
Karana	Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 07:09 more
Vara	Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 06:59	nakshatra Swati
from 07:09	tithi Krishna-chaturti (kshaya: not present at any sunrise)
from 07:09	karana Bava
from 11:02	yoga Vyaghata
from 18:04	karana Balava
from 05:11 (18.03)	tithi Krishna-panchami
from 05:11 (18.03)	karana Kaulava
from 05:44 (18.03)	nakshatra Vishakha

Sun and Moon

Dawn	06:01
Sunrise	06:37
Noon	12:37
Sunset	18:38
End of twilight	19:15
Moonrise	23:33
Moonset	06:54
Day length	12 h 00 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	from 06:59	from 07:09

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (06:37–06:59) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (06:59–18:38) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:37–07:09: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Sankashti Chaturthi (Bhalachandra) · Ganesha

The monthly fast for Ganesha on the fourth day of the waning Moon — the “trouble-removing” Chaturthi. Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise, then perform Ganesha Puja and offer water to the Moon (arghya).

Rule: at moonrise, 23:33
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Kharmas

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:11–06:35 (18.03)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:09–05:11 (18.03)

Anandadi: Chara 06:37–06:59 Anandadi: Sthira 06:59–05:44 (18.03) Anandadi: Vardhamana 05:44–06:35 (18.03)

Bhadra in the netherworld: 20:24 (16.03)–07:09; Bhadra Puchha 03:25–04:29; Bhadra Mukha 04:29–06:15

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	05:01–05:49
Abhijit Muhurta	12:14–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta	14:38–15:26
Godhuli	18:38–19:02
Pradosha	18:38–21:01
Nishitha	00:13–01:00 (18.03)
Amrita Kalam	21:23–22:54

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	14:08–15:38
Yamaganda	06:37–08:07
Gulika Kalam	09:38–11:08
Dur Muhurta	10:38–11:26, 15:26–16:14
Varjyam	12:17–13:48

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:42–07:09

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 06:42–07:09
Cutting fingernails	average 06:37–07:09
Cutting toenails	good 06:42–07:09
Bathing, washing hair	good 06:42–07:09

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Chitra until 06:59, Swati from 06:59; tithi Krishna-tritya until 07:09, Krishna-chaturti from 07:09; lagna Kumbha 06:37, Mina 06:42, Mesha 07:24, Vrishabha 08:20, Mithuna 09:54, Karka 12:25, Simha 15:24, Kanya 18:25

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra (until 06:59) — improvement of well-being; Swati (from 06:59) — relief from all suffering; Thursday — success.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Krishna-chaturti 07:09–18:38: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −1

Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi

+1 Anandadi: Sthira 06:59–05:44 (18.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:37–06:59+1 Yoga Dhruva 06:37–11:02+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:37–07:090 Kharmas0 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:37–07:090 Yoga Vyaghata 11:02–14:14−2 Rikta tithi 07:09–05:11 (18.03)−2 Kshaya tithi−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:09–05:11 (18.03)

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 06:37

Summary	Favourable day — Anandadi: Matanga, Auspicious weekday
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more
Period	Kharmas
Festivals	Rang Panchami

At sunrise 06:35

Tithi	5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 04:01 (19.03) more
Nakshatra	Vishakha, pada 1 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 05:17 (19.03) more
Yoga	Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 08:22 more
Karana	Kaulava (movable) · until 16:29 more
Vara	Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 08:22	yoga Harshana
from 16:29	karana Taitila
from 04:01 (19.03)	tithi Krishna-shashti
from 04:01 (19.03)	karana Gara
from 05:17 (19.03)	nakshatra Anuradha
from 06:23 (19.03)	yoga Vajra

Sun and Moon

Dawn	05:58
Sunrise	06:35
Noon	12:37
Sunset	18:40
End of twilight	19:17
Moonrise	none
Moonset	07:16
Day length	12 h 05 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 4, bad — 1

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (06:35–18:40) is good for sowing, for root crops.

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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 05:11–04:01 (19.03)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Kharmas

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:01–06:32 (19.03) Ravi Yoga 05:17–06:32 (19.03) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:17–06:32 (19.03)

Anandadi: Matanga 06:35–05:17 (19.03) Anandadi: Rakshasa 05:17–06:32 (19.03)

Gandanta (tithi): 03:38–04:25 (19.03)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	04:59–05:47
Abhijit Muhurta	12:13–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta	14:38–15:27
Godhuli	18:40–19:04
Pradosha	18:40–21:02
Nishitha	00:12–01:00 (19.03)
Amrita Kalam	20:39–22:13

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	11:07–12:37
Yamaganda	15:39–17:09
Gulika Kalam	08:05–09:36
Dur Muhurta	09:00–09:48, 13:02–13:50
Varjyam	11:14–12:48

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 Friday; nakshatra Vishakha; tithi Krishna-panchami; lagna Kumbha 06:35, Mina 06:38, Mesha 07:20, Vrishabha 08:16, Mithuna 09:50, Karka 12:21, Simha 15:20, Kanya 18:21

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha — loss of money; Friday — universal respect.

Cautions:

Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +4

Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.

+1 Anandadi: Matanga 06:35–05:17 (19.03)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:35–04:01 (19.03)+1 Yoga Harshana 08:22–06:23 (19.03)0 Kharmas

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 06:35

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Amrita; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more
Period	Kharmas

At sunrise 06:32

Tithi	6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 03:44 (20.03) more
Nakshatra	Anuradha, pada 1 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 05:42 (20.03) more
Yoga	Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 05:05 (20.03) more
Karana	Gara (movable) · until 15:46 more
Vara	Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 15:46	karana Vanija
from 03:44 (20.03)	tithi Krishna-saptami
from 03:44 (20.03)	karana Vishti
from 05:05 (20.03)	yoga Siddhi
from 05:42 (20.03)	nakshatra Jyestha

Sun and Moon

Dawn	05:55
Sunrise	06:32
Noon	12:37
Sunset	18:42
End of twilight	19:19
Moonrise	00:58
Moonset	07:46
Day length	12 h 09 min

Sky

Vernal equinox	22:31

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 6, bad — 1

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (06:32–18:42) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Festivals and periods

Kharmas

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 06:32–21:00 Ravi Yoga 05:42–06:30 (20.03)

Krakacha Yoga 06:32–03:44 (20.03) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–06:30 (20.03)

Anandadi: Amrita 06:32–05:42 (20.03) Anandadi: Musala 05:42–06:30 (20.03)

Bhadra in heaven: 03:44–15:56 (20.03); Bhadra Puchha 08:40–09:54 (20.03); Bhadra Mukha 09:54–11:57 (20.03)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	04:57–05:45
Abhijit Muhurta	12:13–13:01
Vijaya Muhurta	14:39–15:27
Godhuli	18:42–19:06
Pradosha	18:42–21:04
Nishitha	00:12–00:59 (20.03)
Amrita Kalam	19:07–20:45

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	09:35–11:06
Yamaganda	14:08–15:40
Gulika Kalam	06:32–08:03
Dur Muhurta	06:32–07:21, 07:21–08:10
Varjyam	09:21–10:59

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: bad throughout the daytime

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shaving	bad throughout the daytime
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	bad throughout the daytime
Bathing, washing hair	average 06:35–07:16, 08:12–15:16, 18:17–18:42

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Anuradha; tithi Krishna-shashti; lagna Kumbha 06:32, Mina 06:35, Mesha 07:16, Vrishabha 08:12, Mithuna 09:46, Karka 12:17, Simha 15:16, Kanya 18:17

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Saturday — decline of physical strength.

Cautions:

The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).

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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 06:32–21:00+1 Anandadi: Amrita 06:32–05:42 (20.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:32–05:42 (20.03)0 Kharmas0 Yoga Vajra 06:32–07:31−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Krakacha Yoga 06:32–03:44 (20.03)

Panchanga at sunrise 06:32

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Siddhi, Ravi Yoga; cons: Samvartaka Yoga, Vishti (Bhadra)
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more
Period	Kharmas

At sunrise 06:30

Tithi	7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 04:21 (21.03) more
Nakshatra	Jyestha, pada 1 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 06:59 (21.03) more Gandamula
Yoga	Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 04:28 (21.03) more
Karana	Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 15:56 more
Vara	Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 15:56	karana Bava
from 04:21 (21.03)	tithi Krishna-ashtami
from 04:21 (21.03)	karana Balava
from 04:28 (21.03)	yoga Vyatipata

Sun and Moon

Dawn	05:53
Sunrise	06:30
Noon	12:36
Sunset	18:44
End of twilight	19:21
Moonrise	02:11
Moonset	08:28
Day length	12 h 14 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 6, bad — 4

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise

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 (06:30–18:44) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:30–15:56: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Kharmas

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga all day

Samvartaka Yoga 06:30–04:21 (21.03)

Anandadi: Kana all day

Bhadra in heaven: 03:44–15:56; Bhadra Puchha 08:40–09:54; Bhadra Mukha 09:54–11:57
Gandanta (nakshatra): 00:35–13:25 (21.03)
Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	04:55–05:42
Abhijit Muhurta	12:12–13:01
Vijaya Muhurta	14:39–15:28
Godhuli	18:44–19:08
Pradosha	18:44–21:05
Nishitha	00:12–00:59 (21.03)
Amrita Kalam	21:43–23:24

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	17:12–18:44
Yamaganda	12:37–14:09
Gulika Kalam	15:40–17:12
Dur Muhurta	17:06–17:55
Varjyam	11:36–13:17

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:31–07:12, 08:08–15:12, 18:13–18:44

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 06:31–07:12, 08:08–15:12, 18:13–18:44
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	average 06:31–07:12, 08:08–15:12, 18:13–18:44
Bathing, washing hair	average 06:31–07:12, 08:08–15:12, 18:13–18:44

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Jyestha; tithi Krishna-saptami; lagna Kumbha 06:30, Mina 06:31, Mesha 07:12, Vrishabha 08:08, Mithuna 09:42, Karka 12:13, Simha 15:12, Kanya 18:13

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Sunday — physical well-being.

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).

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Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = −2

Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.

+2 Yoga Siddhi 06:30–04:28 (21.03)+2 Ravi Yoga all day0 Anandadi: Kana all day (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Kharmas−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra all day−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:30–15:56−3 Samvartaka Yoga 06:30–04:21 (21.03)

Panchanga at sunrise 06:30

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Vyatipata, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more
Period	Kharmas
Festivals	Kalashtami · Sheetala Ashtami (Basoda)

At sunrise 06:27

Tithi	8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 05:45 (22.03) more
Nakshatra	Jyestha, pada 4 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 06:59 more Gandamula
Yoga	Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 04:28 (22.03) more
Karana	Balava (movable) · until 16:58 more
Vara	Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 06:59	nakshatra Mula
from 16:58	karana Kaulava
from 04:28 (22.03)	yoga Variyana
from 05:45 (22.03)	tithi Krishna-navami
from 05:45 (22.03)	karana Taitila

Sun and Moon

Dawn	05:50
Sunrise	06:27
Noon	12:36
Sunset	18:46
End of twilight	19:23
Moonrise	03:07
Moonset	09:23
Day length	12 h 19 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 12, bad — 1

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (06:27–06:59) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (06:59–18:46) is good for sowing, for root crops.

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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, 18:46–21:06
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Sheetala Ashtami (Basoda) · Sheetala

Worship of the goddess Sheetala, protector against smallpox and fevers: on this day the hearth is not lit and food cooked the day before is eaten.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 04:21–05:45 (22.03)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Kharmas

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 06:27–06:59

Anandadi: Padma 06:27–06:59 Anandadi: Lumbaka 06:59–06:24 (22.03)

Gandanta (nakshatra): 00:35–13:25
Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	04:53–05:40
Abhijit Muhurta	12:12–13:01
Vijaya Muhurta	14:40–15:29
Godhuli	18:46–19:09
Pradosha	18:46–21:06
Nishitha	00:12–00:59 (22.03)
Amrita Kalam	02:04–03:48 (22.03)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	07:59–09:32
Yamaganda	11:04–12:37
Gulika Kalam	14:09–15:41
Dur Muhurta	13:01–13:50, 15:29–16:18
Varjyam	none on this day

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shaving	no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hair	average 06:27–07:08, 08:04–15:08, 18:09–18:46

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Jyestha until 06:59, Mula from 06:59; tithi Krishna-ashtami; lagna Mina 06:27, Mesha 07:08, Vrishabha 08:04, Mithuna 09:38, Karka 12:09, Simha 15:08, Kanya 18:09

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha (until 06:59) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Mula (from 06:59) — ruin of the family; Monday — clear, bright complexion.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Krishna-ashtami 06:27–18:46: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Vyatipata 06:27–18:46: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.

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Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −6

Avoid starting important matters: Vyatipata

+1 Auspicious weekday0 Ravi Yoga 06:27–06:590 Anandadi: Padma 06:27–06:590 Kharmas−1 Ashtami 06:27–05:45 (22.03)−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 06:59–06:24 (22.03)−1 Gandanta 06:27–13:25−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:27–06:59−3 Vyatipata 06:27–04:28 (22.03)

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 06:27

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Tryahasparsha, Rikta tithi
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more
Period	Kharmas

At sunrise 06:24

Tithi	9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 07:49 (23.03) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha)
Nakshatra	Mula, pada 4 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 09:01 more Gandamula
Yoga	Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 04:59 (23.03) more
Karana	Taitila (movable) · until 18:43 more
Vara	Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 09:01	nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
from 18:43	karana Gara
from 04:59 (23.03)	yoga Parigha

Sun and Moon

Dawn	05:47
Sunrise	06:24
Noon	12:36
Sunset	18:48
End of twilight	19:25
Moonrise	03:48
Moonset	10:30
Day length	12 h 23 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 3, bad — 9

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise	from 09:01

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (06:24–09:01) is good for sowing, for root crops.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (09:01–18:48) is good for root crops.

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Kharmas

Muhurta

Anandadi: Chhatra 06:24–09:01 Anandadi: Mitra 09:01–06:22 (23.03)

Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	04:51–05:38
Abhijit Muhurta	12:11–13:01
Vijaya Muhurta	14:40–15:30
Godhuli	18:48–19:11
Pradosha	18:48–21:07
Nishitha	00:12–00:58 (23.03)
Amrita Kalam	06:19–08:05 (23.03)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	15:42–17:15
Yamaganda	09:30–11:03
Gulika Kalam	12:36–14:09
Dur Muhurta	08:53–09:43, 23:26–00:12 (23.03)
Varjyam	07:16–09:01, 19:40–21:26

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shaving	no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hair	average 09:01–15:04, 18:05–18:48

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Mula until 09:01, Purva-Ashadha from 09:01; tithi Krishna-navami; lagna Mina 06:24, Mesha 07:04, Vrishabha 08:00, Mithuna 09:34, Karka 12:05, Simha 15:04, Kanya 18:05

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 09:01) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 09:01) — ruin of the family; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Krishna-navami 06:24–18:48: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4

+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 06:24–09:01+1 Yoga Variyana 06:24–04:59 (23.03)0 Kharmas−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:24–09:01−2 Rikta tithi all day−2 Tryahasparsha

Panchanga at sunrise 06:24

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more
Period	Kharmas

At sunrise 06:22

Tithi	9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 07:49 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise
Nakshatra	Purva-Ashadha, pada 4 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 11:38 more
Yoga	Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 05:50 (24.03) more
Karana	Gara (movable) · until 07:49 more
Vara	Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 07:49	tithi Krishna-dashami
from 07:49	karana Vanija
from 11:38	nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
from 21:01	karana Vishti
from 05:50 (24.03)	yoga Shiva

Sun and Moon

Dawn	05:45
Sunrise	06:22
Noon	12:35
Sunset	18:50
End of twilight	19:27
Moonrise	04:16
Moonset	11:43
Day length	12 h 28 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 3, bad — 9

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise	from 07:49	from 11:38

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (06:22–11:38) is good for root crops.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (11:38–18:50) is good for sowing.

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Kharmas

Muhurta

Krakacha Yoga 06:22–07:49

Anandadi: Shrivatsa 06:22–11:38 Anandadi: Vajra 11:38–06:19 (24.03)

Bhadra in the netherworld: 21:01–10:18 (24.03); Bhadra Puchha 23:02–00:22 (24.03); Bhadra Mukha 00:22–02:34 (24.03)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	04:49–05:35
Abhijit Muhurta	none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta	14:41–15:31
Godhuli	18:50–19:13
Pradosha	18:50–21:08
Nishitha	00:12–00:58 (24.03)
Amrita Kalam	06:19–08:05

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	12:36–14:10
Yamaganda	07:55–09:29
Gulika Kalam	11:02–12:36
Dur Muhurta	12:11–13:01
Varjyam	20:39–22:27

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 11:38–15:00, 18:01–18:50

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shaving	good 11:38–15:00, 18:01–18:50
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	good 11:38–15:00, 18:01–18:50
Bathing, washing hair	good 07:56–15:00, 18:01–18:50

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 11:38, Uttara-Ashadha from 11:38; tithi Krishna-navami until 07:49, Krishna-dashami from 07:49; lagna Mina 06:22, Mesha 07:00, Vrishabha 07:56, Mithuna 09:30, Karka 12:01, Simha 15:00, Kanya 18:01

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 11:38) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 11:38) — improved health; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Krishna-navami 06:22–07:49: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3

+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 06:22–11:38+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 11:38–06:19 (24.03)0 Kharmas0 Krakacha Yoga 06:22–07:49−1 Anandadi: Vajra 11:38–06:19 (24.03)−1 Yoga Parigha 06:22–17:24−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:22–11:38−2 Rikta tithi 06:22–07:49

Panchanga at sunrise 06:22

Summary	Favourable day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — after 10:18
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more
Period	Kharmas

At sunrise 06:19

Tithi	10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 10:18 more
Nakshatra	Uttara-Ashadha, pada 3 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 14:39 more
Yoga	Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 06:51 (25.03) more
Karana	Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 10:18 more
Vara	Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 10:18	tithi Krishna-ekadashi
from 10:18	karana Bava
from 14:39	nakshatra Shravana
from 23:38	karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn	05:42
Sunrise	06:19
Noon	12:35
Sunset	18:52
End of twilight	19:29
Moonrise	04:35
Moonset	12:58
Day length	12 h 33 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 10:18	from 14:39

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 (06:19–14:39) is good for sowing.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (14:39–18:52) is good for sowing.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:19–10:18: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Kharmas

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:19–10:18

Anandadi: Saumya 06:19–07:52 Anandadi: Dhwaja 16:27–06:17 (25.03) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 07:52–16:27

Bhadra in the netherworld: 21:01 (23.03)–10:18; Bhadra Puchha 23:02 (23.03)–00:22; Bhadra Mukha 00:22–02:34
Gandanta (tithi): 09:51–10:44

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	04:47–05:33
Abhijit Muhurta	12:11–13:01
Vijaya Muhurta	14:41–15:31
Godhuli	18:52–19:15
Pradosha	18:52–21:09
Nishitha	00:12–00:57 (25.03)
Amrita Kalam	07:27–09:15, 06:02–07:51 (25.03)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	14:10–15:44
Yamaganda	06:19–07:53
Gulika Kalam	09:27–11:02
Dur Muhurta	10:30–11:20, 15:31–16:22
Varjyam	19:10–20:59

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:19–06:56, 07:52–14:56, 17:57–18:52

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 06:19–06:56, 07:52–14:56, 17:57–18:52
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	good 06:19–06:56, 07:52–14:56, 17:57–18:52
Bathing, washing hair	good 06:19–06:56, 07:52–14:56, 17:57–18:52

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 14:39, Shravana from 14:39; tithi Krishna-dashami until 10:18, Krishna-ekadashi from 10:18; lagna Mina 06:19, Mesha 06:56, Vrishabha 07:52, Mithuna 09:27, Karka 11:57, Simha 14:56, Kanya 17:57

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 14:39) — improved health; Shravana (from 14:39) — bodily development (physical growth); 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).

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Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +4

Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.

Auspicious time begins after 10:18

+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:19–10:18+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:19–14:39+1 Yoga Shiva all day+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Dhwaja 16:27–06:17 (25.03)0 Kharmas−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:19–10:18−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 07:52–16:27

Panchanga at sunrise 06:19

Summary	Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — after 17:48
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more
Period	Kharmas
Festivals	Papmochani Ekadashi

At sunrise 06:17

Tithi	11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 12:59 more
Nakshatra	Shravana, pada 3 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 17:48 more
Yoga	Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 06:51 more
Karana	Balava (movable) · until 12:59 more
Vara	Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 06:51	yoga Siddha
from 12:59	tithi Krishna-dvadashi
from 12:59	karana Kaulava
from 17:48	nakshatra Dhanishtha
from 02:19 (26.03)	karana Taitila

Sun and Moon

Dawn	05:39
Sunrise	06:17
Noon	12:35
Sunset	18:54
End of twilight	19:32
Moonrise	04:50
Moonset	14:13
Day length	12 h 37 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 12:59	from 17:48

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (06:17–17:48) is good for sowing.

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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 10:18 (24.03)–12:59
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 06:14–08:46 (26.03)

Kharmas

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:17–12:59 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:17–17:48

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:59–06:14 (26.03)

Anandadi: Prajapati 17:48–06:14 (26.03) Anandadi: Dhumra 06:17–17:48

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	04:45–05:31
Abhijit Muhurta	12:10–13:01
Vijaya Muhurta	14:42–15:32
Godhuli	18:54–19:17
Pradosha	18:54–21:10
Nishitha	00:11–00:57 (26.03)
Amrita Kalam	06:02–07:51

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	11:01–12:35
Yamaganda	15:45–17:20
Gulika Kalam	07:51–09:26
Dur Muhurta	08:48–09:39, 13:01–13:51
Varjyam	22:19–00:08 (26.03)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:17–06:52, 07:48–14:52, 17:53–18:54

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shaving	good 06:17–06:52, 07:48–14:52, 17:53–18:54
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	good 06:17–06:52, 07:48–14:52, 17:53–18:54
Bathing, washing hair	good 06:17–06:52, 07:48–14:52, 17:53–18:54

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Shravana until 17:48, Dhanishtha from 17:48; tithi Krishna-ekadashi until 12:59, Krishna-dvadashi from 12:59; lagna Mina 06:17, Mesha 06:52, Vrishabha 07:48, Mithuna 09:23, Karka 11:53, Simha 14:52, Kanya 17:53

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 17:48) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 17:48) — longevity (increased vitality); Friday — universal respect.

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).
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).

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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 17:48

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:17–17:48+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:17–12:59+2 Yoga Siddha 06:51–06:14 (26.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:17–17:48+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Prajapati 17:48–06:14 (26.03)0 Kharmas0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:59–06:14 (26.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 06:17–17:48

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 06:17

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Siddha, Anandadi: Vardhamana; cons: Panchaka, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more
Period	Kharmas
Festivals	Shani Pradosha

At sunrise 06:14

Tithi	12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 15:38 more
Nakshatra	Dhanishtha, pada 2 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 20:55 more
Yoga	Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 07:54 more
Karana	Taitila (movable) · until 15:38 more
Vara	Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 07:54	yoga Sadhya
from 15:38	tithi Krishna-trayodashi
from 15:38	karana Gara
from 20:55	nakshatra Shatabhisha
from 04:54 (27.03)	karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn	05:37
Sunrise	06:14
Noon	12:34
Sunset	18:56
End of twilight	19:34
Moonrise	05:01
Moonset	15:26
Day length	12 h 42 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 15:38

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Shani Pradosha · Shiva

Pradosha on a Saturday. According to legend, Shiva drank the Halahala poison on a Saturday Trayodashi, so fasting on this day pacifies Shani (Saturn) and softens his harsh influence.

Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 18:56–21:11
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Kharmas

Muhurta

Dwipushkar Yoga 06:14–15:38

Anandadi: Vardhamana 06:14–20:55 Anandadi: Ananda 20:55–06:11 (27.03)

Mrityu Panchaka: 07:23–06:26 (31.03)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	04:43–05:29
Abhijit Muhurta	12:10–13:01
Vijaya Muhurta	14:42–15:33
Godhuli	18:56–19:19
Pradosha	18:56–21:11
Nishitha	00:11–00:56 (27.03)
Amrita Kalam	09:10–10:58

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	09:25–11:00
Yamaganda	14:10–15:46
Gulika Kalam	06:14–07:49
Dur Muhurta	06:14–07:05, 07:05–07:56
Varjyam	04:59–06:46 (27.03)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:14–06:49, 07:44–14:49, 17:49–18:56

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shaving	average 06:14–06:49, 07:44–14:49, 17:49–18:56
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	average 06:14–06:49, 07:44–14:49, 17:49–18:56
Bathing, washing hair	average 06:14–06:49, 07:44–14:49, 17:49–18:56

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Dhanishtha; tithi Krishna-dvadashi until 15:38, Krishna-trayodashi from 15:38; lagna Mina 06:14, Mesha 06:49, Vrishabha 07:44, Mithuna 09:19, Karka 11:49, Simha 14:49, Kanya 17:49

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha — longevity (increased vitality); Saturday — decline of physical strength.

Cautions:

Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).

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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 Siddha 06:14–07:54+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 06:14–20:55+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:14–20:550 Dwipushkar Yoga 06:14–15:380 Kharmas−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka 07:23–06:11 (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.

Panchanga at sunrise 06:14

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Shubha, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Panchaka, Anandadi: Rakshasa
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more
Period	Kharmas
Festivals	Masik Shivaratri

At sunrise 06:11

Tithi	13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 18:06 more
Nakshatra	Shatabhisha, pada 2 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 23:48 more
Yoga	Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 08:50 more
Karana	Vanija (movable) · until 18:06 more
Vara	Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 08:50	yoga Shubha
from 18:06	tithi Krishna-chaturdashi
from 18:06	karana Vishti
from 23:48	nakshatra Purva-Bhadra

Sun and Moon

Dawn	05:34
Sunrise	06:11
Noon	12:34
Sunset	18:58
End of twilight	19:36
Moonrise	05:11
Moonset	16:39
Day length	12 h 47 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 8, bad — 4

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise	from 18:06

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 (06:11–18:58) is good for sowing.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 18:06–18:58: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Krishna-chaturdashi 18:06–18:58: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

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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, 00:11–00:56 (28.03)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Kharmas

Muhurta

Anandadi: Chara 23:48–06:09 (28.03) Anandadi: Rakshasa 06:11–23:48

Bhadra on earth: 18:06–07:13 (28.03); Bhadra Mukha 18:06–20:17; Bhadra Puchha 05:52–07:10 (28.03)
Mrityu Panchaka: 07:23 (26.03)–06:26 (31.03)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	04:41–05:26
Abhijit Muhurta	12:09–13:00
Vijaya Muhurta	14:43–15:34
Godhuli	18:58–19:21
Pradosha	18:58–21:12
Nishitha	00:11–00:56 (28.03)
Amrita Kalam	15:44–17:32

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	17:22–18:58
Yamaganda	12:35–14:11
Gulika Kalam	15:47–17:22
Dur Muhurta	17:16–18:07
Varjyam	04:59–06:46

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:11–06:45, 07:40–14:45, 17:45–18:06

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shaving	average 06:11–06:45, 07:40–14:45, 17:45–18:06
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	average 06:11–06:45, 07:40–14:45, 17:45–18:06
Bathing, washing hair	average 06:11–06:45, 07:40–14:45, 17:45–18:58

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Shatabhisha; tithi Krishna-trayodashi until 18:06, Krishna-chaturdashi from 18:06; lagna Mina 06:11, Mesha 06:45, Vrishabha 07:40, Mithuna 09:15, Karka 11:45, Simha 14:45, Kanya 17:45

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha — gaining strength; Sunday — physical well-being.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Krishna-chaturdashi 18:06–18:58: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Bhadra on earth 18:06–18:58: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).

Cautions:

Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).

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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 Yoga Shubha 08:50–06:09 (28.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:11–23:480 Kharmas0 Krishna Chaturdashi 18:06–06:09 (28.03)0 Bhadra on earth 18:06–06:09 (28.03)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 06:11–23:48−1 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.

Panchanga at sunrise 06:11

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more
Period	Kharmas

At sunrise 06:09

Tithi	14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 20:15 more
Nakshatra	Purva-Bhadra, pada 1 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 02:23 (29.03) more
Yoga	Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 09:33 more
Karana	Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 07:13 more
Vara	Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 07:13	karana Shakuni
from 09:33	yoga Shukla
from 20:15	tithi Amavasya
from 20:15	karana Chatushpada
from 02:23 (29.03)	nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra

Sun and Moon

Dawn	05:31
Sunrise	06:09
Noon	12:34
Sunset	19:00
End of twilight	19:38
Moonrise	05:20
Moonset	17:52
Day length	12 h 51 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

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 (06:09–19:00) is good for root crops.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:09–07:13: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Shakuni 07:13–19:00: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
Krishna-chaturdashi 06:09–19:00: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

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Kharmas

Muhurta

Anandadi: Musala 06:09–02:23 (29.03) Anandadi: Gada 02:23–06:06 (29.03)

Bhadra on earth: 18:06 (27.03)–07:13; Bhadra Mukha 18:06–20:17 (27.03); Bhadra Puchha 05:52–07:10
Mrityu Panchaka: 07:23 (26.03)–06:26 (31.03)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	04:39–05:24
Abhijit Muhurta	12:09–13:00
Vijaya Muhurta	14:43–15:35
Godhuli	19:00–19:23
Pradosha	19:00–21:14
Nishitha	00:11–00:55 (29.03)
Amrita Kalam	17:31–19:18

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	07:45–09:22
Yamaganda	10:58–12:35
Gulika Kalam	14:11–15:47
Dur Muhurta	13:00–13:52, 15:35–16:26
Varjyam	06:54–08:40

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 06:09–06:41, 07:36–14:41, 17:41–19:00

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi; lagna Mina 06:09, Mesha 06:41, Vrishabha 07:36, Mithuna 09:11, Karka 11:42, Simha 14:41, Kanya 17:41

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra — facing death (dangers); Monday — clear, bright complexion.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Krishna-chaturdashi 06:09–19:00: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Bhadra on earth 06:09–07:13: 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).
Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.

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Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3

Avoid starting important matters: Krishna Chaturdashi

+2 Yoga Shubha 06:09–09:33+1 Auspicious weekday0 Kharmas0 Bhadra on earth 06:09–07:13−1 Anandadi: Musala 06:09–02:23 (29.03)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:09–02:23 (29.03)−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 06:09–20:15

Panchanga at sunrise 06:09

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Panchaka
Month	Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Manmatha (No. 29) · Shaka 2117 · Vikram 2252 more
Period	Kharmas
Festivals	Phalguna Amavasya · Bhaumvati Amavasya

At sunrise 06:06

Tithi	30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 22:01 more
Nakshatra	Uttara-Bhadra, pada 1 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 04:36 (30.03) more
Yoga	Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 10:01 more
Karana	Chatushpada (fixed, inauspicious) · until 09:11 more
Vara	Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 09:11	karana Naga
from 10:01	yoga Brahma
from 22:01	tithi Shukla-pratipat
from 22:01	karana Kimstughna
from 04:36 (30.03)	nakshatra Revati

Sun and Moon

Dawn	05:29
Sunrise	06:06
Noon	12:34
Sunset	19:02
End of twilight	19:40
Moonrise	05:29
Moonset	19:07
Day length	12 h 56 min

Sky

New moon (Amavasya)	22:01

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 5, bad — 8

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise

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 (06:06–19:02) is good for sowing.
Chatushpada 06:06–09:11: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Naga 09:11–19:02: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Phalguna Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)

The new moon of Phalguna — the last day of the lunar year; it is followed (usually the next day, sometimes the same day) by Ugadi, the New Year.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 20:15 (28.03)–22:01
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Bhaumvati Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)

A new moon on a Tuesday (Bhauma — Mars): a day of ancestor rites and of propitiating Mars; it is believed to help free one from debts.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 20:15 (28.03)–22:01
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Kharmas

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:06–04:36 (30.03) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 06:06–04:36 (30.03)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 22:01–06:03 (30.03)

Anandadi: Siddhi 06:06–04:36 (30.03) Anandadi: Shubha 04:36–06:03 (30.03)

Mrityu Panchaka: 07:23 (26.03)–06:26 (31.03)
Gandanta (tithi): 21:35–22:26

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	04:37–05:22
Abhijit Muhurta	12:08–13:00
Vijaya Muhurta	14:44–15:35
Godhuli	19:02–19:24
Pradosha	19:02–21:15
Nishitha	00:11–00:55 (30.03)
Amrita Kalam	23:21–01:06 (30.03)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	15:48–17:25
Yamaganda	09:20–10:57
Gulika Kalam	12:34–14:11
Dur Muhurta	08:41–09:33, 23:27–00:11 (30.03)
Varjyam	12:52–14:37

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 06:06–06:37, 07:32–14:37, 17:37–19:02

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra; tithi Amavasya; lagna Mina 06:06, Mesha 06:37, Vrishabha 07:32, Mithuna 09:07, Karka 11:38, Simha 14:37, Kanya 17:37

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra — a good life; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Amavasya 06:06–19:02: 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 = +2

Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:06–04:36 (30.03)+1 Yoga Brahma 10:01–06:03 (30.03)+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 06:06–04:36 (30.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:06–04:36 (30.03)+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 06:06–04:36 (30.03)0 Kharmas−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−3 Amavasya 06:06–22:01

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 06:06

Summary	Favourable day — Swayam Siddha Muhurta, Yoga Brahma
Month	Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Durmukha (No. 30) · Shaka 2118 · Vikram 2253 more
Period	Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 1 · Kharmas
Festivals	Ugadi, Gudi Padwa — Hindu New Year · Chaitra Navaratri: Ghatasthapana

At sunrise 06:03

Tithi	1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 23:23 more
Nakshatra	Revati, pada 1 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 06:26 (31.03) more Gandamula
Yoga	Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 10:11 more
Karana	Kimstughna (fixed) · until 10:45 more
Vara	Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 10:11	yoga Indra
from 10:45	karana Bava
from 23:23	tithi Shukla-dvitya
from 23:23	karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn	05:26
Sunrise	06:03
Noon	12:33
Sunset	19:04
End of twilight	19:42
Moonrise	05:39
Moonset	20:23
Day length	13 h 00 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 6, bad — 1

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (06:03–19:04) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Kimstughna 06:03–10:45: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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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 22:01 (29.03)–23:23
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 22:01 (29.03)–23:23
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Ghatasthapana: 06:03–10:24

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

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 23:23–06:01 (31.03)

Samvartaka Yoga 06:03–23:23

Anandadi: Utpata all day

Mrityu Panchaka: 07:23 (26.03)–06:26 (31.03)
Gandanta (nakshatra): 00:00–12:50 (31.03)
Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	04:35–05:19
Abhijit Muhurta	none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta	14:44–15:36
Godhuli	19:04–19:26
Pradosha	19:04–21:16
Nishitha	00:11–00:55 (31.03)
Amrita Kalam	03:51–05:34 (31.03)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	12:34–14:12
Yamaganda	07:41–09:19
Gulika Kalam	10:56–12:34
Dur Muhurta	12:08–13:00
Varjyam	17:31–19:14

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 Wednesday; nakshatra Revati; tithi Shukla-pratipat; lagna Mina 06:03, Mesha 06:33, Vrishabha 07:28, Mithuna 09:03, Karka 11:34, Simha 14:33, Kanya 17:34

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati — increase in property; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Favourable day · score S = −3

Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.

Swayam Siddha Muhurta: the day is auspicious for new undertakings in its own right; panchanga defects are not taken into account

+2 Yoga Brahma 06:03–10:11+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day+1 Auspicious weekday0 Kharmas0 Swayam Siddha Muhurta−1 Panchaka all day−3 Anandadi: Utpata all day−3 Samvartaka Yoga 06:03–23:23

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 06:03

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Surya Dagdha tithi
Month	Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Durmukha (No. 30) · Shaka 2118 · Vikram 2253 more
Period	Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 2 · Kharmas
Festivals	Chandra Darshan

At sunrise 06:01

Tithi	2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 00:22 (01.04) more
Nakshatra	Revati, pada 4 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 06:26 more Gandamula
Yoga	Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 10:02 more
Karana	Balava (movable) · until 11:56 more
Vara	Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 06:26	nakshatra Ashwini
from 10:02	yoga Vaidhriti
from 11:56	karana Kaulava
from 00:22 (01.04)	tithi Shukla-tritya
from 00:22 (01.04)	karana Taitila

Sun and Moon

Dawn	05:23
Sunrise	06:01
Noon	12:33
Sunset	19:06
End of twilight	19:44
Moonrise	05:52
Moonset	21:42
Day length	13 h 05 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	from 06:26

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (06:01–06:26) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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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, 19:06–21:42
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 19:06–21:42

Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 2
Kharmas

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day

Anandadi: Mitra 06:01–06:26 Anandadi: Manasa 06:26–05:58 (01.04)

Mrityu Panchaka: 07:23 (26.03)–06:26
Gandanta (nakshatra): 00:00–12:50
Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-dvitya

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	04:33–05:17
Abhijit Muhurta	12:07–13:00
Vijaya Muhurta	14:45–15:37
Godhuli	19:06–19:28
Pradosha	19:06–21:17
Nishitha	00:11–00:54 (01.04)
Amrita Kalam	00:15–01:56 (01.04)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	14:12–15:50
Yamaganda	06:01–07:39
Gulika Kalam	09:17–10:55
Dur Muhurta	10:23–11:15, 15:37–16:29
Varjyam	03:38–05:20 (01.04)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:01–06:29, 07:24–10:02

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shaving	good 06:01–06:29, 07:24–10:02
Cutting fingernails	good 06:01–06:29, 07:24–10:02
Cutting toenails	average 06:01–10:02
Bathing, washing hair	good 06:01–06:29, 07:24–14:29, 17:30–19:06

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Revati until 06:26, Ashwini from 06:26; tithi Shukla-dvitya; lagna Mina 06:01, Mesha 06:29, Vrishabha 07:24, Mithuna 08:59, Karka 11:30, Simha 14:29, Kanya 17:30

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati (until 06:26) — increase in property; Ashwini (from 06:26) — joy; Thursday — success.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Vaidhriti 10:02–19:06: 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 = +4

Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+2 Yoga Indra 06:01–10:02+1 Anandadi: Manasa 06:26–05:58 (01.04)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:01–06:26+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:01–00:22 (01.04)0 Kharmas0 Panchaka 06:01–06:26−1 Gandanta 06:01–12:50−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 06:01–00:22 (01.04)−3 Vaidhriti 10:02–05:58 (01.04)

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 06:01

soaking seedsplanting above-ground crops, with pricking outplanting root crops, without pricking outpricking outpinching out side shootsroot division, digging upwatering, foliar feedingploughingweeding, pest controlplant healing, grafting, cuttingsharvesting grain (per Raman)harvest: sap in the topsharvest: sap in the roots

Phalguna (Vedic name Tapasya) — The last month of the lunar year: Holika Dahan and Holi; Mina Sankranti begins the second Kharmas.
Patron: Govinda; Aditya — Parjanya. Full moon in nakshatra Purva or Uttara Phalguni. Ritu: Shishira.

Amanta and purnimanta
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.

Manmatha (No. 29 of 60, “agitator of the mind (a name of Kama)”) — A year of passions: desires and infatuations get the upper hand; results are mixed.
Northern samvatsara: Sadharana (No. 44)
Shaka Samvat 2117 · Vikram Samvat 2252 · Kali Yuga 5296
Next year — Durmukha, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 29.03.2196
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.

Shukla-dvitya (2, waxing Moon)
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.

Purva-Bhadra (25)
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

Sadhya (22) — “attainable, amenable”
Auspicious (in some traditions — especially auspicious): study, practice, mastering new things — anything achieved through effort.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

Balava (movable)
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.

Mangala vara — Mars Day
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.

Dawn
Start of morning civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon and the sky grows light.

Sunrise
Appearance of the upper limb of the solar disc, with refraction. The Vedic day and the vara begin at sunrise.

Noon
True noon — the culmination of the Sun, midway between sunrise and sunset.

Sunset
The upper limb of the solar disc disappears below the horizon (with refraction).

End of twilight
End of evening civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon.

Moonrise
Appearance of the upper limb of the lunar disc above the horizon. The decisive time for Sankashti Chaturthi and Karwa Chauth.

Moonset
The upper limb of the lunar disc disappears below the horizon.

Gardener’s calendar
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).

Tuesday — Day of Mars
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves

nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)

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.

Anandadi: Siddhi — “success”
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.

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga
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.

Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra)
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.

Anandadi: Kana — “one-eyed, defective”
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.

Mrityu Panchaka
Began on a Saturday: the most unfavourable — any risky ventures, journeys and heavy work are avoided.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.

Brahma Muhurta
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.

Abhijit Muhurta
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.

Vijaya Muhurta
The 11th daytime muhurta, the “time of victory”: good for journeys, contests and decisive action; the main time of Vijayadashami.

Godhuli
“Dust from the hooves” — about 24 minutes right after sunset, when the cows return from pasture. An auspicious time for weddings and evening rites.

Pradosha
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.

Nishitha
Midnight — the 8th muhurta of the night. The decisive time for Maha Shivaratri, Krishna Janmashtami and Kali Puja.

Amrita Kalam
“Time of nectar” — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra, favourable for any new undertaking and mitigating inauspicious factors.

Rahu Kalam
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.

Yamaganda
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.

Gulika Kalam
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.

Dur Muhurta
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.

Varjyam
“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.

Cutting fingernails
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.

Cutting toenails
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.

weekday
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.

Tuesday
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Purva-Bhadra
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

nakshatra
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.

Shukla-dvitya
+1 — favourable for a haircut

tithi
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).

Kumbha
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “ruin of the family”

Mina
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut

Mesha
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “great calamities”

Vrishabha
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut

Mithuna
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut

Karka
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut

Simha
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “disease and suffering”

lagna
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”.

Rules and sources
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.

Auspicious tithi
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.

Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.

Panchaka
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.

Fierce or sharp nakshatra
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.

Tryahasparsha
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.

Uttara-Bhadra (26)
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)

Shubha (23) — “goodness, happiness”
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.

Kaulava (movable)
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.

Buddha vara — Mercury Day
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.

Wednesday — Day of Mercury
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens

nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)

Shukla-tritya
any undertakings

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
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.

Ravi Yoga
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.

Anandadi: Lumbaka
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.

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)
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.

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
“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.

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
“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.

Anandadi: Utpata — “calamity”
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.

Rahu Kalam
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.

Yamaganda
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.

Gulika Kalam
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.

Wednesday
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Uttara-Bhadra
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shukla-tritya
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Auspicious nakshatra
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.

Auspicious weekday
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.

Shukla-tritya (3, waxing Moon)
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.

Revati (27)
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)

Shukla (24) — “bright, pure”
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.

Gara (movable)
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.

Guru vara — Jupiter Day
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.

Thursday — Day of Jupiter
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 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-tritya
any undertakings

Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else

Anandadi: Mitra — “friend”
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.

Anandadi: Manasa — “thought”
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.

Bhadra
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).

The Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and does harm — auspicious activities are not started.

Bhadra Mukha
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.

The Moon in Mesha, Vrishabha, Mithuna or Vrischika: Bhadra is in heaven (svarga) — its influence on earth is weak.

Bhadra Puchha
“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).

Gandanta
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.

Gandamula
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.

Rahu Kalam
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.

Yamaganda
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.

Gulika Kalam
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.

Thursday
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Revati
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shukla-chaturti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Surya Dagdha tithi
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.

Rikta tithi
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.

Shukla-chaturti (4, waxing Moon)
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.

Ashwini (1)
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

Brahma (25) — “Brahma, sacred knowledge”
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.

Vishti (movable)
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.

Shukra vara — Venus Day
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.

Friday — Day of Venus
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 Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.

Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else

Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings

Anandadi: Vajra — “thunderbolt”
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.

Anandadi: Mudgara — “hammer”
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.

Jwalamukhi Yoga
“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.

Rahu Kalam
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.

Yamaganda
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.

Gulika Kalam
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.

Friday
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Ashwini
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shukla-panchami
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Vishti (Bhadra)
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.

Shukla-panchami (5, waxing Moon)
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.

Bharani (2)
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

Indra (26) — “Indra, lord”
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.

Shani vara — Saturn Day
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.

Saturday — Day of Saturn
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 Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings

Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground

Anandadi: Dhwaja — “banner”
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.

Anandadi: Dhwanksha — “crow”
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.

Krakacha Yoga
“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.

Rahu Kalam
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.

Yamaganda
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.

Gulika Kalam
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.

Saturday
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Bharani
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Shukla-shashti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Shukla-shashti (6, waxing Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.

Krittika (3)
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

Vaidhriti (27) — “without support, discord”
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.

Taitila (movable)
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.

Ravi vara — Sun Day
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.

Sunday — Day of the Sun
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers

nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.

Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground

Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming

Anandadi: Prajapati — “lord of creatures”
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.

Anandadi: Dhumra — “smoke”
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.

Samvartaka Yoga
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.

Rahu Kalam
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.

Yamaganda
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.

Gulika Kalam
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.

Sunday
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krittika
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Shukla-saptami
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Vaidhriti
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.

Shukla-saptami (7, waxing Moon)
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.

Rohini (4)
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)

Vishkambha (1) — “prop, bolt”
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.

Vanija (movable)
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.

Soma vara — Moon Day
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.

Monday — Day of the Moon
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice

nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming

Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden

Holashtak
Eight days before Holika Dahan (bright half of Phalguna): in North India weddings and samskaras are not held.

Anandadi: Vardhamana — “growing”
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.

Amrita Siddhi Yoga
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.

Anandadi: Ananda — “joy”
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.

Rahu Kalam
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.

Yamaganda
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.

Gulika Kalam
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.

Monday
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Rohini
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shukla-ashtami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Holashtak
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).

Ashtami
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.

Shukla-ashtami (8, waxing Moon)
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.

Mrigashirsha (5)
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)

Priti (2) — “love, affection”
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.

Bava (movable)
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.

Tuesday — Day of Mars
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves

nakshatra Mrigashirsha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.

Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden

Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else

Anandadi: Chara — “movable”
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.

Anandadi: Rakshasa — “demon”
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.

Yamaghanta
“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.

Mrigashirsha
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shukla-navami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Shukla-navami (9, waxing Moon)
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.

Ardra (6)
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)

Ayushman (3) — “long-lived”
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.

Wednesday — Day of Mercury
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens

nakshatra Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.

Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else

Shukla-dashami
any undertakings

Anandadi: Musala — “pestle, club”
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.

Anandadi: Gada — “mace”
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.

Ardra
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Shukla-dashami
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shukla-dashami (10, waxing Moon)
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.

Punarvasu (7)
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

Saubhagya (4) — “good fortune, marital happiness”
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.

Thursday — Day of Jupiter
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves

nakshatra Punarvasu
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).

Shukla-dashami
any undertakings

Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding

Anandadi: Shubha — “auspiciousness”
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.

Guru Pushya Yoga
A Thursday when the Moon is in Pushya. One of the best times for buying gold and valuables, beginning studies, mantra initiation and spiritual undertakings; not used for weddings.

Punarvasu
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shukla-ekadashi
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Kshaya tithi
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.

Shukla-dvadashi (12, waxing Moon)
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.

Pushya (8)
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

Shobhana (5) — “splendid, beautiful”
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.

Anandadi: Mrityu — “death”
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.

Pushya
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shukla-dvadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating

Pushya
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).

Atiganda (6) — “great danger”
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.

Shukla-triodashi (13, waxing Moon)
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.

Ashlesha (9)
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

Saturday — Day of Saturn
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants

nakshatra Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.

Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling

Anandadi: Padma — “lotus”
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.

Ashlesha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Shukla-triodashi
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Sukarma (7) — “good deed”
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.

Shukla-chaturdashi (14, waxing Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.

Magha (10)
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

Dhriti (8) — “steadfastness, firmness”
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.

Sunday — Day of the Sun
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers

nakshatra Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else

nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Anandadi: Chhatra — “royal parasol”
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.

Magha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Purva-Phalguni
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Shukla-chaturdashi
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Purnima (15, waxing Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.

Purva-Phalguni (11)
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

Shula (9) — “spear, sharp pain”
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.

The exact opposition of the Sun and the Moon: the Moon is at full strength. A time for fasts, pujas and charity.

Monday — Day of the Moon
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice

nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings

nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees

Anandadi: Shrivatsa — “mark of good fortune on Vishnu’s chest”
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.

Uttara-Phalguni
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Purnima
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna-pratipat
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna-pratipat (1, waning Moon)
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.

Uttara-Phalguni (12)
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

Ganda (10) — “danger, knot”
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.

Tuesday — Day of Mars
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves

nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees

nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.

Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)

Anandadi: Saumya — “gentle, lunar”
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.

Hasta
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Krishna-dvitya
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Kanya
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut

Vriddhi (11) — “growth, increase”
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.

Krishna-dvitya (2, waning Moon)
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.

Hasta (13)
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

The Sun’s entry into a new sidereal sign — the start of a solar month. The time around this moment (Punya Kala) is favourable for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun.

Wednesday — Day of Mercury
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens

nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.

Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)

nakshatra Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.

Krishna-tritya
any undertakings

Kharmas
The Sun in Dhanu or Mina: a month without weddings, housewarmings and other samskaras. Good for prayer, charity and pilgrimage.

Anandadi: Kaladanda — “staff of death”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

The Moon in Kanya, Tula, Dhanu or Makara: Bhadra is in patala (the netherworld) — its influence on earth is weak; according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, it even portends gain.

Chitra
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Krishna-tritya
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Kharmas
The Sun in Dhanu or Mina: a month without weddings, housewarmings and initiations (a North Indian tradition).

Sankranti day
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.

Krishna-tritya (3, waning Moon)
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.

Chitra (14)
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)

Dhruva (12) — “fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”
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.

nakshatra Swati
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).

Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else

Anandadi: Sthira — “steady”
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.

Swati
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Krishna-chaturti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Vyaghata (13) — “crushing blow”
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.

Krishna-panchami (5, waning Moon)
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.

Vishakha (16)
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)

Friday — Day of Venus
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants

nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.

Krishna-panchami
any undertakings

Anandadi: Matanga — “elephant”
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.

Vishakha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna-panchami
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Harshana (14) — “delighting”
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.

Krishna-shashti (6, waning Moon)
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.

Anuradha (17)
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)

Vajra (15) — “diamond, thunderbolt”
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.

The Sun crosses the celestial equator heading north (tropical longitude 0°): day and night are equal. The Vedic Mesha Sankranti comes about 24–25 days later.

Anandadi: Amrita — “nectar of immortality”
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.

Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
“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.

Anuradha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna-shashti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna-saptami (7, waning Moon)
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.

Jyestha (18)
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)

Siddhi (16) — “success, accomplishment”
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.

Sunday — Day of the Sun
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers

nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.

Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground

Jyestha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna-saptami
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Krishna-ashtami (8, waning Moon)
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.

Vyatipata (17) — “calamity, downfall”
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.

Monday — Day of the Moon
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice

nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.

Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden

Mula
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna-ashtami
0 — does not affect the haircut rating

Vyatipata
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.

Krishna-navami (9, waning Moon)
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.

Mula (19)
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)

Variyana (18) — “excellent, best”
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.

Tuesday — Day of Mars
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves

nakshatra Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.

Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else

nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Purva-Ashadha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna-navami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Purva-Ashadha (20)
Meaning: Prior invincible, unsubdued
Symbol: Elephant tusk, fan or bed
Deity: Varuna
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: add strength, energy (regenerate)

Parigha (19) — “bolt, barrier”
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.

Wednesday — Day of Mercury
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens

nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else

Krishna-dashami
any undertakings

nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Uttara-Ashadha
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Krishna-dashami
0 — does not affect the haircut rating

Krishna-dashami (10, waning Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth day of the waning moon is protected by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.

Uttara-Ashadha (21)
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

Shiva (20) — “auspicious, benevolent”
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.

Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding

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).

Shravana
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Krishna-ekadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating

Krishna-ekadashi (11, waning Moon)
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.

Shravana (22)
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)

Friday — Day of Venus
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants

nakshatra Shravana
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).

Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding

Krishna-dvadashi
neutral

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).

Dhanishtha
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Krishna-dvadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating

Siddha (21) — “perfected, accomplished”
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.

Krishna-dvadashi (12, waning Moon)
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.

Dhanishtha (23)
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

Saturday — Day of Saturn
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants

nakshatra Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).

Krishna-dvadashi
neutral

Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling

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.

Krishna-trayodashi
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna-trayodashi (13, waning Moon)
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.

Shatabhisha (24)
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

Sunday — Day of the Sun
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers

nakshatra Shatabhisha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).

Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling

Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else

Shatabhisha
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Krishna-chaturdashi
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna Chaturdashi
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).

Bhadra on earth
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.

Krishna-chaturdashi (14, waning Moon)
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.

Monday — Day of the Moon
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice

nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else

Amavasya (30, waning Moon)
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.

Chatushpada (fixed)
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.

The exact conjunction of the Sun and the Moon — the start of a new lunar month in the amanta system. A day for the ancestors and inner work.

Tuesday — Day of Mars
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves

nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion

Amavasya
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Amavasya
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.

Chaitra (Vedic name 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.
Patron: Vishnu; Aditya — Dhatar. Full moon in nakshatra Chitra. Ritu: Vasanta.

Durmukha (No. 30 of 60, “evil-faced, foul-mouthed”) — A year of harsh words: feuds and disputes, an average harvest; it is wise to guard one’s tongue.
Northern samvatsara: Virodhikrit (No. 45)
Shaka Samvat 2118 · Vikram Samvat 2253 · Kali Yuga 5297
Next year — Hemalamba, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 18.03.2197
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.

Shukla-pratipat (1, waxing Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.

Kimstughna (fixed)
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.

Wednesday — Day of Mercury
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens

nakshatra Revati
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.

Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees

Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 1
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.

Shukla-pratipat
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Swayam Siddha Muhurta
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).

nakshatra Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.

Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 2
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.