What is today's Tithi and end time in New Delhi, Delhi, IN?

Today's Tithi is Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi in New Delhi, Delhi, IN, continuing until 21:37:27.

What is the Rahu Kaal timing today in New Delhi, Delhi, IN?

Rahu Kaal today in New Delhi, Delhi, IN is from 14:00:31 to 15:42:40. It is advised to avoid beginning critical auspicious activities during this time.

What is the auspicious Abhijit Muhurat today?

Today's auspicious Abhijit Muhurat in New Delhi, Delhi, IN is from 11:51:08 to 12:45:36.

What are the five limbs (Pancha-Anga) of Vedic Panchang?

The five fundamental limbs of Vedic Panchang are Tithi (Lunar day), Vaar (Weekday), Nakshatra (Lunar mansion), Yoga (Luni-solar combination), and Karana (Half-tithi).

What is Abhijit Muhurat and why is it considered auspicious?

Abhijit Muhurat is the 8th Muhurta of the day occurring roughly around local solar noon. Blessed by Lord Vishnu, it neutralizes minor astrological afflictions and is ideal for ceremonies and investments.

Why do sunrise, sunset, and Tithi timings differ by city?

In Vedic astrology, a day begins at local sunrise rather than midnight. Geographic latitude and longitude determine local sunrise timing, causing shifts between different cities.

What are Purnimanta and Amanta lunar months?

Purnimanta calendar ends the lunar month on Purnima (Full Moon) followed in North India. Amanta calendar ends the month on Amavasya (New Moon) followed in Western and Southern India.

Panchang For Thursday, 18 May 2023

The Daily Panchang for Thursday, 18 May 2023, exclusively curated for New Delhi, Delhi, IN, India, by Astrology Divine, is a profound astrological guide for the day. Rooted in Vedic traditions, this Panchang encompasses crucial elements such as tithi (lunar day), nakshatra (constellation), yoga, and karana. Tailored specifically for the unique energy of New Delhi, Delhi, IN, it serves as an invaluable tool for individuals adhering to Hindu traditions. Providing precise insights into auspicious and inauspicious timings, this Daily Panchang becomes a trusted companion for planning daily activities, religious ceremonies, and cultural events, aligning them with the cosmic energies of that particular day. Astrology Divine ensures a spiritually attuned and harmonious approach to Thursday, 18 May 2023, in New Delhi, Delhi, IN.

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Thursday, 18 May 2023 New Delhi, Delhi, IN • 24-hour cycle from Sunrise to Sunrise

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Time (24H)

Tithi

Nakshatra

Yoga

Karana

Muhurats

Daytime

Nighttime

05:29 AM

07:06 PM

05:29 AM

6 AM

9 AM

12 PM

3 PM

6 PM

9 PM

12 AM

3 AM

Chaturdashi (Krishna) upto 09:37 PM

Amavasya (Krishna) upto 09:16 PM

Aswini upto 07:22 AM

Bharani upto 07:29 AM

Soubhagya upto 07:32 PM

Sobhana upto 06:12 PM

Vishti ⚠️ upto 10:02 AM

Chatushpada upto 09:29 AM

Yamaganda

Bhadra

Kulika

Gulika Kaal

Dur Muhurtam

Abhijit

Kantaka

Rahu Kaal

Vijaya Muhurta

Dur Muhurtam

Kalavela

Varjyam

Yamaghanta

Godhuli Muhurta

Nishita Muhurta

Amrit Kaal

Brahma Muhurta

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Sun & Moon Timings Greeshma Ritu

Sunrise 05:29 AM

Sunset 07:06 PM

Moonrise 04:23 AM

Moonset 05:57 PM

Sun Sign	Taurus ♉︎ Nakshatra: Krittika (Pad 2) • Lord: Sun
Moon Sign	Aries ♈︎ Nakshatra: Aswini (Pad 4) • Lord: Ketu
Ayana	Uttarayana Commencing from ‘Makar Sankranti’ each year, this phase marks the Sun’s movement toward the North. During this highly auspicious interval, the daylight hours (Dinmaan) continuously increase while the night hours (Raatrimaan) decrease. The sunrise direction shifts from South-East toward North-East. This period encompasses the seasons of Shishir (Winter), Vasant (Spring), and Greeshma (Summer), each lasting for two months.
Ritu	Greeshma
Day / Night Duration	13:37:14 / 10:22:15
Solar Noon (Madhyahna)	12:18 PM

Panchang Elements 5 Core Angas

Tithi	Chaturdashi Krishna Paksha upto 09:37 PM Deity: Kali • Type: Rikta • Next: Amavasya (Krishna)
Nakshatra	Aswini Pad 4 upto 07:22 AM Deity: Ashwini Kumaras (The Golden Healers) • Lord: Ketu (Fire) • Next: Bharani
Yog	Soubhagya upto 07:32 PM (Good Fortune) — enjoys a comfortable life full of opportunities, happy. • Next: Sobhana
Karan	Vishti upto 10:02 AM Next: Shakuni
Vaar (Day)	Thursday / Guruvara

Hindu Month & Year Vedic Era

Vikram Samvat	2080 Nala Lord: Saturn • The person of this year will be a good businessman and will become rich.
Shaka Samvat	1945 Sobhakritu Lord: Venus • A person of this year will have a good personality, success, and character.
Gujarati Samvat	2079 Rakshasa Lord: Venus
Kali Samvat / Kaliyuga	5123
Purnimanta / Amanta	Jyestha / Vaisakha
Pravishte (Solar Day)	3
Lahiri Ayanamsha	24.190350°

Auspicious Timing (Shubh Kaal) Auspicious

Abhijit Muhurta	11:51 AM – 12:45 PM
Brahma Muhurta	04:06 AM – 04:48 AM
Vijaya Muhurta	02:34 PM – 03:29 PM
Godhuli Muhurta	07:06 PM – 07:27 PM
Amrit Kalam	12:12 AM – 01:47 AM
Nishita Muhurta (Midnight)	11:57 PM – 12:38 AM (Next Day)
Pratah Sandhya	04:27 AM – 05:29 AM
Sayahna Sandhya	07:06 PM – 08:09 PM

Active Auspicious Yogas Today:

Sarvartha Siddhi Yog A yoga that grants success (siddhi) in all (sarva) matters. Auspicious for starting most new ventures.

Inauspicious Timing (Ashubh Kaal) Avoid New Tasks

Rahu Kalam	02:00 PM – 03:42 PM
Yamaganda Kalam	05:29 AM – 07:11 AM
Gulika Kalam	08:54 AM – 10:36 AM
Dur Muhurtam	10:02 AM – 10:56 AM 03:29 PM – 04:23 PM
Kulika Muhurta	07:18 AM – 08:13 AM
Kantaka Muhurta	01:40 PM – 02:34 PM
Kalavela Muhurta	03:29 PM – 04:23 PM
Varjyam	03:23 AM – 04:59 AM
Bhadra Kaal	10:27 PM – 10:02 AM

Havan, Puja & Travel Shool Rituals Guide

Agnivasa (Havan/Yagya)	Patala (Nadir) Dhananasha (Financial Loss) Agni resides in Underworld (Patala). Inauspicious for performing Havan.
Shivavasa (Rudrabhishek)	in Shmashana Mrityu Kashta (Severe Danger) Lord Shiva resides in Cremation ground. Inauspicious for Rudrabhishek.
Disha Shool	South Remedy: Consume Curd / Yellow mustard seeds
Homahuti Planet	Jupiter (♃)
Moon Nivash	EastRahu: South
Anandadi Yog	Manasa Good Luck (Saubhagya)

Cosmic Cabinet of the Year (Samvat 2080) Mantri Mandala

Raja (King)

Moon

Mantri (Minister)

Saturn

Senadhipati (Commander)

Venus

Dhanyadhipati (Grains)

Sun

Sasyadhipati (Greens)

Moon

Meghadhipati (Monsoon)

Venus

Dhanadhipati (Economy)

Moon

Rasadhipati (Fluids)

Mercury

Chandra & Tara Bala Favorable Today

Favorable Moon Signs:

Favorable Nakshatras (Tara Bala):

Aswini Bharani Krittika Mrigashirsha Punarvasu Ashlesha Magha Purva Phalguni Uttara Phalguni Chitra Vishakha Jyeshtha Moola Purva Ashadha Uttara Ashadha Dhanishta Purva Bhadrapada Revati

Other Calendars and Epoch Epoch Chronology

Kaliyuga	5124 Years
Kali Ahargana	1871617 Days
National Civil Date	🇮🇳Vaishakha 28, 1945 Shaka
National Nirayana Date	🇮🇳Jyeshtha 05, 1945 Shaka
Lahiri Ayanamsha	24.190350°
Rata Die	738658
Julian Date	May 05, 2023 CE
Julian Day / MJD	2460082.5 Days / 60082 Days

Today's Planetary Transit & Sunrise Lagna Chart

Astronomical planetary positions & rising ascendant at sunrise

Sunrise Chart 18 May 2023

Daily Lagna Kundli for New Delhi, Delhi, IN

Planet	Sign	Degree	Nakshatra (Pad)	Motion
Sun	Taurus	02° 38'	Krittika Pad 2	Direct
Moon	Aries	12° 17'	Aswini Pad 4	Direct
Mars	Cancer	04° 18'	Pushya Pad 1	Direct
Mercury	Aries	11° 59'	Aswini Pad 4	Direct
Jupiter	Aries	06° 06'	Aswini Pad 2	Direct
Venus	Gemini	17° 03'	Ardra Pad 4	Direct
Saturn	Aquarius	12° 15'	Shatabhisha Pad 2	Direct
Rahu	Aries	08° 46'	Aswini Pad 3	Retrograde
Ketu	Libra	08° 46'	Swati Pad 1	Retrograde
Ascendant	Taurus	01° 33'	Krittika Pad 2	Direct

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Vedic Wisdom

Understanding the 5 Pillars of Vedic Panchang

The word Panchang is derived from Sanskrit: Pancha (Five) + Anga (Limbs). Aligning important actions with these cosmic vibrations brings harmony and success.

1. Tithi (Lunar Day)

A Tithi represents the longitudinal angle between the Sun and Moon increasing by 12°. There are 30 Tithis in a lunar month divided into Shukla Paksha (Waxing) and Krishna Paksha (Waning). Each Tithi governs specific emotional and spiritual energies.

2. Nakshatra (Lunar Mansion)

The ecliptic is divided into 27 Nakshatras of 13°20' each. The Nakshatra occupied by the Moon at any given moment deeply influences mental disposition, travel auspiciousness, and ceremony outcomes.

3. Yoga (Luni-Solar Harmony)

Yoga is calculated by adding the celestial longitudes of the Sun and Moon divided into 27 parts. Auspicious Yogas like Sarvartha Siddhi, Amrit Siddhi, and Sobhana enhance success in auspicious undertakings.

4. Karana (Half Tithi)

A Karana is exactly half of a Tithi (6° separation). There are 11 Karanas (4 fixed, 7 movable). Karanas help determine specific micro-windows for financial, medical, or construction tasks.

5. Vaar (Solar Weekday)

The day of the week ruled by the planetary lord from local sunrise to next sunrise (Ravivaar = Sun, Somvaar = Moon, Mangalvaar = Mars, Budhvaar = Mercury, Guruvaar = Jupiter, Shukravaar = Venus, Shanivaar = Saturn).

Why Rahu Kaal is Avoided

Rahu Kaal is a 90-minute daily period ruled by the shadow planet Rahu. It is strictly avoided for starting new businesses, signing contracts, marriage ceremonies, or property registrations to prevent unforeseen obstacles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Daily Panchang FAQs

Common queries regarding Hindu calendar timings, auspicious Muhurats, and Panchang calculation methods.

Drik Panchang calculations are based on exact observable sidereal planetary coordinates (Chitrapaksha / Lahiri Ayanamsha) verified by modern astronomical observations (NASA/JPL Ephemeris). Traditional Surya Siddhanta uses classical mean motion algorithms without contemporary observational corrections. Astrology Divine uses high-precision Drik algorithms for accurate local sunrise and muhurat timings.

Abhijit Muhurat is the 8th Muhurta of the day occurring roughly around local solar noon (approx 24 minutes before and 24 minutes after mid-day). Blessed by Lord Vishnu, it has the unique power to neutralize numerous minor astrological afflictions and is ideal for starting journeys, ceremonies, and investments (except on Wednesdays).

In Vedic astrology, a day begins at local sunrise rather than midnight. Because geographic latitude, longitude, and elevation determine the exact moment the Sun's upper limb crosses the local horizon, Panchang elements, Rahu Kaal, and Chaughadiyas shift by several minutes between different cities.

Purnimanta calendar ends the lunar month on Purnima (Full Moon day) and is predominantly followed in North Indian states (Rajasthan, UP, Bihar, MP, Punjab). Amanta calendar ends the month on Amavasya (New Moon day) and is followed in Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu.

Traveling in the Disha Shool direction is astrologically discouraged. However, if unavoidable, traditional Vedic remedies suggest consuming specific items before departure: Sunday (Ghee/Paan), Monday (Look in Mirror/Drink Milk), Tuesday (Jaggery/Coriander), Wednesday (Sesame seeds/Jaggery), Thursday (Curd/Mustard), Friday (Curd/Barley), Saturday (Ginger/Mustard Oil).