đ General Date & Sunrise/Sunset
Gregorian Date: Thursday, 26 march 2026
Hindu Month: Chaitra
Paksha: Shukla Paksha (Waxing Moon)
Sunrise: ~6:19âŻAM
Sunset: ~6:24âŻPM
đżÂ Tithi (Lunar Day)
Shukla Paksha Ashtami until 11:49âŻAM
Shukla Paksha Navami from 11:49âŻAM to next day
đ Nakshatra (Star)
Ardra Nakshatra until ~4:19âŻPM
Punarvasu Nakshatra from 4:19âŻPM onwards
đ§Â Yoga & Karana
Yoga: shobhana (favorable) till late night
Karana:
Bava: until 11:49âŻAM
Balava: 11:49âŻAMâ10:55âŻPM
Kaulava: 10:55âŻPM onward
đ°ď¸Â MuhĹŤrta (Auspicious Time Windows)
Abhijit Muhurta: ~11:57âŻAM â 12:46âŻPM
AmritkÄlam: ~6:50âŻAM â 8:21âŻAM
These are considered especially good for starting important work, worship, or ceremonies.
đŤÂ Inauspicious Periods (Avoid Starting New Important Work)
RÄhu KÄlam: ~1:52âŻPM â 3:23âŻPM
Yamaghantam: early morning period (varies by location)
Varjyam: early preâdawn hours (~3:51âŻAM â 5:23âŻAM)
Gulika KÄlam: midâmorning slot (~9:20âŻAM â 10:51âŻAM)
These times are traditionally considered not ideal for major beginnings like investments, engagements, etc.
đ Festival & Observances
âď¸ Chaitra navratri Ashtami / Durga Ashtami: Part of the Chaitra Navratri festival dedicated to Goddess Durga, celebrated with fasting and prayers.
âď¸ Ram Navami (festival): Marks the birth of Lord Rama and is celebrated widely on this date.
đŞÂ Spiritual Tips for the Day
Good for: Daily puja, fasting, charity, meditation, chanting, spiritual gatherings
Avoid: Heavy property decisions or business launches during inauspicious slots
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