Hindu Panchang Guru

Krishna Navami is the 9th day of the waning lunar fortnight. It is considered an Ugra (fierce) Tithi, ruled by Goddess Durga and associated with serpents (Nagas). This Tithi is generally not ideal for commencing new auspicious ventures like marriage, housewarming, or new business launches. It is more suitable for activities requiring confrontation, destruction of enemies, rituals for protection, or seeking strength. After 17:00:00 IST, Krishna Dashami begins, which is ruled by Yama (Dharma Raja) and is considered more stable, suitable for dharma-related activities, religious rites, and establishing things.

The day begins with Uttara Phalguni (until 09:30:00 IST), the 12th Nakshatra, ruled by the Sun god Aryaman. It signifies patronage, compassion, success, and prosperity, fostering acts of generosity, humanitarianism, and strong relationship building. It's good for establishing foundations, starting businesses, marriages, and spiritual endeavors. From 09:30:00 IST, Hasta Nakshatra, the 13th lunar mansion, becomes active. Ruled by Savitar (a solar deity), Hasta symbolizes the 'hand' and is associated with skill, craftsmanship, creativity, and manual dexterity. It's excellent for starting new ventures, learning skills, healing, fine arts, and any work requiring precision and accomplishment through effort. This shift brings a focus from broad leadership to detailed, practical application.

The day starts with Sadhya Yoga (until 08:00:00 IST), which means 'accomplishment' or 'perfection'. It is considered highly auspicious for initiating any task or project, ensuring success and completion. From 08:00:00 IST, Shubha Yoga (meaning 'auspicious' or 'lucky') begins. This Yoga is extremely beneficial for performing auspicious ceremonies, starting new ventures, or engaging in activities that bring prosperity, happiness, and overall well-being. Both Yogas contribute to a generally favorable energetic backdrop for the day.

For most of the day (until 17:00:00 IST), Vanija Karana is active. Vanija translates to 'trade' or 'commerce', making this Karana highly suitable for business dealings, financial transactions, starting new shops, and all mercantile activities. It promotes success in trade and monetary gains. After 17:00:00 IST, Vishti Karana, also known as Bhadra, commences. Vishti Karana is generally considered inauspicious for most new beginnings and auspicious ceremonies, as it is associated with negativity, disputes, and challenges. Important events are best avoided during this period.

Saturday (Shanivar) is ruled by Saturn (Shani), a planet associated with discipline, hard work, service, renunciation, and spiritual endeavors. It emphasizes karmic lessons, patience, and long-term planning. While it can bring delays or challenges, it also fosters resilience and profound wisdom. It is generally favorable for activities requiring sustained effort, spiritual practices, agriculture, or dealing with subordinates. Auspicious events are often avoided, but activities focused on justice, research, or social service may thrive.

The phase of the moon currently dominant.