Panchang – Tithi, Nakshatra, Yoga, Karan and Vaar

Panchang is an ancient and reliable astrological calendar of Hinduism, in which time is calculated on the basis of the movement of the Moon and the Sun. The word 'Panchang' means five parts – Tithi, Nakshatra, Yoga, Karan and Vaar.

Tithi – The day is determined on the basis of the position of the moon.
Nakshatra – When the moon is located in a constellation, it affects various areas of life.
Yoga – The yoga formed by the union of two planets has a special effect.
Karan – Half of the date is called Karan and it gives auspicious or inauspicious results.
Vaar – The seven days of the week have their own significance and deities.

Panchang Details

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Today's Tithi

Which date is today according to the movement of the moon and the sun. It gives the correct information about fasts, festivals and prayers.

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Today's Muhurat

Which time of the day is auspicious or inauspicious. Muhurta is important for marriage, housewarming and other works.

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Today's Nakshatra

Which constellation is the moon in? The constellation has a direct impact on the person and his actions.

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Today's Rahu Kaal

That time of the day which is considered inauspicious. No new work should be started during this time.

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Today's Karan

Half of the date is called 'Karan'. The importance of auspicious and inauspicious Karan is special in astrological calculations.

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Today's Yog

A special yoga is formed by the movement of the Sun and the Moon. Yoga has an impact on daily life and activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q.1. What is Panchang?

Ans: Panchang is a traditional Hindu calendar which tells five main things like Tithi, Vaar, Nakshatra, Yoga and Karan. It provides information about daily auspicious-inauspicious times, festivals and fasts.

Q.2. Why is Panchang important?

Ans: Panchang is used for auspicious muhurat, marriage, housewarming, naming ceremony, travel, business and religious activities. It is also the basis of astrological calculations.

Q.3. What elements are there in Panchang?

Ans: The five main elements of Panchang are – Tithi (position of moon and sun), Vaar (day of the week), Nakshatra (constellation in which moon is located), Yoga (yoga formed by movement of sun and moon), Karan (half part of tithi).