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Daily Panchang

Dainika Panchang, 21 October 2026

10, AshwinaShukla Paksha, Dashami
2082 Gujarati Samvat
21
October 2026
Wednesday
Festivals & Vratas:DussehraAshwina EkadashiAadal YogaVidaal YogaChaturmasa Period∞Yoga:Ganda✦Ravi YogaPrabalarishta

The Five Limbs

Tithi

Ends at 02:12 PM
Next: Ekadashi

Nakshatra

Ends at 07:47 PM
Next: Shatabhisha

Yoga

Ends at 12:32 AM, Oct 22
Next: Vriddhi

Karana

Ends at 02:12 PM
Next: Vanija

Vara

Wednesday
Weekday (Mercury (Budha))
Ruler: Mercury (Budha)

24-Hour Progression (Sunrise to Sunrise)

Local Solar Day
06:14 AM (Sunrise)12:0005:44 PM (Sunset)00:0006:14 AM, Oct 22 (Next Sunrise)
Tithi
Dashami (Ends at 02:12 PM)
Ekadashi
Nakshatra
Dhanishtha (Ends at 07:47 PM)
Shatabhisha
Yoga
Ganda (Ends at 12:32 AM, Oct 22)
Vriddhi
Karana
Garaja (Ends at 02:12 PM)
Vanija (Ends at 02:36 AM, Oct 22)
Vishti (Bhadra)

Surya & Chandra

Sun (Surya)

Sunrise
06:14 AM
Sunset
05:44 PM
Sun Sign: Libra (Tula)Day Length (Dinamana): 11h 30mMadhyahna (Solar Noon): 11:59 AM

Moon (Chandra)

Moonrise
02:37 PM
Moonset
02:20 AM, Oct 22
Moon Sign: Capricorn (Makara)Night Length (Ratrimana): 12h 30m

Detailed Panchanga

Shukla Paksha
Tithi
DashamiEnds at 02:12 PM• Next: Ekadashi
GandaEnds at 12:32 AM, Oct 22• Next: Vriddhi
Weekday
Wednesday
Month (Amavasyant)
Ashwina
DhanishthaEnds at 07:47 PM• Next: Shatabhisha
Karana
Garaja(02:12 PM)Vanija(02:36 AM, Oct 22)Vishti (Bhadra)(Full Night)
Paksha
Shukla Paksha(Bright Fortnight)
Month (Purnimant)
Ashwina

Rashi & Nakshatra Details

Surya Nakshatra: Chitra (Pada 4)
Moon Sign
Capricorn (Makara)(till 07:00 AM)→ Aquarius (Kumbha) (from 07:00 AM)
Sun Sign
Libra (Tula)• Nirayana System
Surya Nakshatra
ChitraPada 4
Nakshatra Padas
Dhanishtha (Pada 2)07:00 AMDhanishtha (Pada 3)01:25 PMDhanishtha (Pada 4)07:47 PMShatabhisha (Pada 1)02:07 AM, Oct 22Shatabhisha (Pada 2)Cont.
Sun Longitude: 183.41°Moon Longitude: 299.6°

Lunar Month, Samvat and Brihaspati Samvatsara

VS 2083 · Shaka 1948
Vikram Samvat
Shaka Samvat
Gujarati Samvat
Pravishte / Gate
5(Solar Month Day)
Brihaspati Samvat
Raudraupto 03:42 PM, Tuesday, 21 April 2026
Next Samvat
Durmati(Upcoming Jovian Year)
Chandramasa
Ashwina(Purnimanta)
Ashwina(Amanta)
Cycle Type
Barhaspatya 60-Year Cycle(North & South Tradition)

Auspicious Timings

16 Timings9 Active
Primary Solar Muhurats (8)7 Active
Auspicious Yogas (8)2 Active
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Auspicious Timings Guide: Brahma Muhurat, Abhijit, and Amrit Kalam are traditionally chosen for launching ventures, travel, and auspicious ceremonies.

Inauspicious Periods

19 Periods8 Active
Negative Periods & Doshas (10)8 Active
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Traditional Guidance: Important undertakings, financial investments, and major travel are traditionally avoided during Rahu Kalam and Yamaganda.

Ritu & Ayana

Sharad (Autumn)
Drik Ayana
Dakshinayana
Drik Ritu
Sharad (Autumn)
Netram
Two Eyes (Highly Auspicious)
Vedic Ayana
Dakshinayana
Vedic Ritu
Sharad (Autumn)
Jeeva
0 (No Life - Inauspicious)

Nivas, Shoola & Alignments

Panchaka Rahita: Auspicious
Chandra Nivasa
South (Dakshina)(upto 07:00 AM)→West (Pashchima)
Agnivasa
Prithvi / Earth (Auspicious)(Ends at 02:12 PM)→Akasha / Sky (Inauspicious)
Disha Shoola
North (Uttara)(Consume jaggery before travel)
Shivavasa
Sabha (Favorable)(Ends at 02:12 PM)→Krida (Playing)
Rahu Vasa
South-West
Homahuti
Shani
Kumbha Chakra
South
Panchaka Rahita
Auspicious

Mantri Mandala (Council of Planets)

Raja (King)
Jupiter (Guru)
Mantri (Minister)
Mars (Mangala)
Senapati (Commander)
Moon (Chandra)
Sasyadhipati (Summer Crops)
Jupiter (Guru)
Dhanyadhipati (Winter Grains)
Mercury (Budha)
Dhanadhipati (Finance & Treasury)
Jupiter (Guru)
Meghadhipati (Clouds & Rain)
Moon (Chandra)
Rasadhipati (Liquids & Oils)
Saturn (Shani)
Nirasadhipati (Metals & Minerals)
Jupiter (Guru)
Phaladhipati (Fruits)
Moon (Chandra)

Chandrabalam

6 Favorable1 Ashtama Chandra (Avoid starting new tasks)
Favorable
Ashtama Chandra (Avoid starting new tasks)
Favorable
Unfavorable

Tarabalam

15 Favorable12 Unfavorable
Pratyak (Obstacles in work)Unfavorable
Kshema (Well-being & Safety)Favorable
Vipat (Danger / Obstacles)Unfavorable
Sampat (Wealth & Prosperity)Favorable
Janma (Body / Self)Unfavorable
Parama Mitra (Greatest Friend / Supreme Support)Favorable
Mitra (Friendly & Favorable)Favorable
Naidhana (Severe destruction / Loss)Unfavorable
Sadhana (Success in efforts)Favorable
Pratyak (Obstacles in work)Unfavorable

Panchaka Rahita Intervals

5 Auspicious8 Inauspicious
06:14 AM – 08:16 AM
Roga Panchaka (Health concern)
08:16 AM – 10:32 AM
Mrityu Panchaka (Severe danger)
10:32 AM – 12:37 PM
Mrityu Panchaka (Severe danger)
12:37 PM – 02:24 PM
Agni Panchaka (Fire hazard)
02:24 PM – 03:58 PM
Raja Panchaka (Success & Honor)
03:58 PM – 05:29 PM
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
05:29 PM – 07:09 PM
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
07:09 PM – 09:08 PM
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
09:08 PM – 11:21 PM
Chora Panchaka (Risk of theft/loss)
11:21 PM – 01:37 AM, Oct 22
Roga Panchaka (Health concern)
01:37 AM – 03:48 AM, Oct 22
Subha Panchaka (Auspicious)
03:48 AM – 05:58 AM, Oct 22
Mrityu Panchaka (Severe danger)
05:58 AM – 06:14 AM, Oct 22
Agni Panchaka (Fire hazard)
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Udaya Lagna Timings

12 Rashis
06:14 AM – 08:16 AM
08:16 AM – 10:32 AM
10:32 AM – 12:37 PM
12:37 PM – 02:24 PM
02:24 PM – 03:58 PM
03:58 PM – 05:29 PM
05:29 PM – 07:09 PM
07:09 PM – 09:08 PM
09:08 PM – 11:21 PM
11:21 PM – 01:37 AM, Oct 22
01:37 AM – 03:48 AM, Oct 22
03:48 AM – 05:58 AM, Oct 22
05:58 AM – 06:14 AM, Oct 22
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Other Calendars & Epoch

3 Domains • 9 Parameters
Vedic Chronology
Kali Yuga Year
5127
Kali Ahargana
1872869
Lahiri Ayanamsha
24.230655°
Astronomical Counts
Julian Day
2461334
Modified Julian Day
61334
Rata Die (RD)
739910
National & Julian Dates
National Date
29 Ashwina, 1948
Nirayana Date
10 Bhadrapada, 1948
Julian Date
October 8, 2026 CE

Festivals, Vrats & Rituals

5 Day Festivals & Events

Dussehra

Major Festival

Auspicious celebration and sacred observance of Dussehra bringing families and communities together in devotion.

Significance

Every traditional festival carries a profound timeless message—reminding us of the interconnectedness of all life, the cycles of nature, and the ultimate triumph of goodness, gratitude, and moral integrity. Participating in Dussehra rejuvenates the spirit, alleviates daily stresses, and passes down cherished cultural values and sacred wisdom to future generations.

Rituals & Observances
  • ✦Early morning purification bath and wearing clean, festive traditional attire.
  • ✦Illuminating the home shrine with ghee lamps and offering fresh fragrant flowers.
  • ✦Performing traditional prayers and chanting uplifting hymns and stotras.
  • ✦Preparing and sharing delicious festive meals and consecrated prasad with neighbors and the needy.
  • ✦Expressing gratitude for health, family unity, and prosperity.

Ashwina Ekadashi

Ekadashi

Auspicious Ashwina Ekadashi dedicated to Lord Vishnu for spiritual purification, elimination of karmic debts, and divine grace.

Deity
Lord Vishnu (Bhagavan Sri Hari Narayana)
Significance

Astronomically and spiritually, the eleventh tithi aligns the body's digestive and bio-energetic rhythms with the lunar gravity cycle. Fasting on Ekadashi detoxifies internal organs, enhances mental clarity, calms turbulent emotions, and awakens pure devotion (Bhakti). According to ancient sages, observing Ekadashi with a sincere heart grants the spiritual merits of visiting all holy pilgrimage sites (Tirthas) and paves the royal road to Vaikuntha (the eternal abode of peace).

Rituals & Observances
  • ✦Morning Vishnu Puja with fresh Tulsi Dal.
  • ✦Listening to the specific Ekadashi Vrata Katha.
  • ✦Dwadashi Parana charity and Prasad distribution.

Aadal Yoga

Major Festival

Auspicious celebration and sacred observance of Aadal Yoga bringing families and communities together in devotion.

Significance

Every traditional festival carries a profound timeless message—reminding us of the interconnectedness of all life, the cycles of nature, and the ultimate triumph of goodness, gratitude, and moral integrity. Participating in Aadal Yoga rejuvenates the spirit, alleviates daily stresses, and passes down cherished cultural values and sacred wisdom to future generations.

Rituals & Observances
  • ✦Early morning purification bath and wearing clean, festive traditional attire.
  • ✦Illuminating the home shrine with ghee lamps and offering fresh fragrant flowers.
  • ✦Performing traditional prayers and chanting uplifting hymns and stotras.
  • ✦Preparing and sharing delicious festive meals and consecrated prasad with neighbors and the needy.
  • ✦Expressing gratitude for health, family unity, and prosperity.

Vidaal Yoga

Major Festival

Auspicious celebration and sacred observance of Vidaal Yoga bringing families and communities together in devotion.

Significance

Every traditional festival carries a profound timeless message—reminding us of the interconnectedness of all life, the cycles of nature, and the ultimate triumph of goodness, gratitude, and moral integrity. Participating in Vidaal Yoga rejuvenates the spirit, alleviates daily stresses, and passes down cherished cultural values and sacred wisdom to future generations.

Rituals & Observances
  • ✦Early morning purification bath and wearing clean, festive traditional attire.
  • ✦Illuminating the home shrine with ghee lamps and offering fresh fragrant flowers.
  • ✦Performing traditional prayers and chanting uplifting hymns and stotras.
  • ✦Preparing and sharing delicious festive meals and consecrated prasad with neighbors and the needy.
  • ✦Expressing gratitude for health, family unity, and prosperity.

Chaturmasa Period

Major Festival

Auspicious celebration and sacred observance of Chaturmasa Period bringing families and communities together in devotion.

Significance

Every traditional festival carries a profound timeless message—reminding us of the interconnectedness of all life, the cycles of nature, and the ultimate triumph of goodness, gratitude, and moral integrity. Participating in Chaturmasa Period rejuvenates the spirit, alleviates daily stresses, and passes down cherished cultural values and sacred wisdom to future generations.

Rituals & Observances
  • ✦Early morning purification bath and wearing clean, festive traditional attire.
  • ✦Illuminating the home shrine with ghee lamps and offering fresh fragrant flowers.
  • ✦Performing traditional prayers and chanting uplifting hymns and stotras.
  • ✦Preparing and sharing delicious festive meals and consecrated prasad with neighbors and the needy.
  • ✦Expressing gratitude for health, family unity, and prosperity.

About The Five Limbs & Dainika Panchanga

5 Limbs
A Panchanga is an ancient Vedic calendar and almanac that follows traditional units of timekeeping, presenting astronomical calculations in a precise mathematical form. 'Dainika' means daily.

Tithi

1

The lunar day representing the angular distance between the Sun and Moon (each 12°). Crucial for determining fasts, festivals, and sacred rites.

Nakshatra

2

The lunar mansion occupied by the Moon in the sidereal zodiac (13° 20' each). It deeply influences mental inclinations and day energy.

Yoga

3

The sum of the longitudes of the Sun and Moon divided into 27 segments. Reflects the subtle prevailing mood and harmony of the day.

Karana

4

Half a Tithi (6° angular difference). Used for fine-grained selection of Muhuratas for specific commercial, domestic, and spiritual tasks.

Vara

5

The weekday ruled by a planetary lord, establishing the foundational energetic principle of the 24-hour cycle from sunrise to next sunrise.