Panchangam Highlights For August 28, 2025 (Thursday)
- Shukla Panchami continues until late evening, followed by Shashthi
- Nakshatra (Lunar Mansion):
- Moon stays in Swati nakshatra
- Kaulava karana in effect across the night
- Begins with Brahma Yoga and extends well into the next day
- It’s Guruvaar—Thursday
Auspicious & Inauspicious TimingsAuspicious Times (Muhurats):
- Brahma Muhurta: Approx. 5:08 AM – 5:52 AM
- Abhijit Muhurta: Midday: 12:42 PM – 1:35 PM
- Vijaya Muhurta: 3:20 PM – 4:12 PM
- Amrit Kaal: 1:16 PM – 3:04 PM
- Nishita Muhurta (Midnight): Around 12:47 AM – 1:31 AM into august 29
Inauspicious Periods:
- Rahu Kaal: 2:47 PM – 4:25 PM
- Yamaganda: 6:35 AM – 8:14 AM
- Gulika Kalam: 9:52 AM – 11:30 AM
- Dur Muhurta: 10:57 AM – 11:50 AM, 3:23 PM – 4:13 PM
- Varjyam (inauspicious window): 4:12 PM – 5:04 PM
Lunar & Celestial Details
- Sunrise / Sunset: ~6:35 AM / 7:42 PM
- Moonrise / Moonset: ~11:57 AM / 10:12 PM
- Ritu (Season): Sharad (Autumn), with Ayana as Dakshinayana
Religious Observance
- Today marks Rishi Panchami, a sacred vrat observed by many for ritual purity and honoring sage traditions
Quick Reference Table
| Category | Details |
| Tithi | Shukla Panchami → Shashthi (evening) |
| Nakshatra | Swati |
| Karana | Kaulava |
| Yoga | Brahma |
| Var (Weekday) | Thursday |
| Auspicious Hours | Brahma, Abhijit, Vijay, Amrit, Nishita Muhurats |
| Inauspicious Hours | Rahu, Yamaganda, Gulika, Dur Muhurta, Varjyam |
| Festival/Vrat | Rishi Panchami |
How to Use This Panchangam
- For rituals or puja: Utilize auspicious muhurats like Abhijit or Vijaya for best results.
- To avoid misfortune: Steer clear of activities during Rahu Kaal, Dur Muhurta, or Varjyam.
- Observing Rishi Panchami: Ideal time for spiritual purification, fasting, or sage-worship rituals.