Disclaimer: Panchang data is based on traditional Vedic calculations using Swiss Ephemeris with Lahiri Ayanamsa and is provided for informational and cultural reference only. It should not be considered professional advice.

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Today's Panchang

Thursday, May 21, 2026

Thursday ยท Guruvara ยท Ruled by Jupiter

At a Glance

Tithi

Shashthi

Nakshatra

Ashlesha

Yoga

Vriddhi

Karana

Taitila

Vara

Thursday

Tithi (Lunar Day)

Shashthi

MeaningSixth lunar day
Presiding DeityKartikeya
NatureFavorable

Nakshatra (Lunar Mansion)

๐Ÿ Ashlesha

MeaningThe embrace
RulerMercury
QualityMystical, intense

Yoga

Vriddhi

NatureGrowth

Yoga is the angular relationship between the Sun and Moon, indicating the overall energy of the day.

Karana

Taitila

NatureWealth

Karana is half of a Tithi and influences shorter activities and tasks during the day.

Vara (Day)

Thursday (Guruvara)

Planetary RulerJupiter
ElementEther

Lagna (Ascendant)

Taurus (Vrishabha)

The Lagna at sunrise determines the rising sign for the day, influencing the overall astrological context.

Today's Nakshatra

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Ashlesha

Ruler: MercuryQuality: Mystical, intenseMeaning: The embrace

The Moon is transiting through Ashlesha today. This nakshatra's energy influences the overall mood and activities that are favored during the day.

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What is Panchang?

Panchang (meaning "five limbs") is the Vedic Hindu calendar that tracks five key elements of each day: Tithi (lunar day), Nakshatra (lunar mansion), Yoga (Sun-Moon angle), Karana (half-tithi), and Vara (weekday).

These five elements together determine the auspiciousness of any given moment. Vedic astrologers use the Panchang to identify the best times for important activities like marriages, business ventures, travel, and spiritual practices (muhurta).

The Panchang is calculated based on the precise positions of the Sun and Moon using the Swiss Ephemeris with Lahiri Ayanamsa, ensuring accuracy for sidereal Vedic calculations.