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Everything the daily Panchang section offers — timings for today, yearly calendars and reference tables.

What is Panchang?

Panchang is a Hindu calendar with five elements (Tithi, Vara, Nakshatra, Yoga, Karana). It helps in determining auspicious times and performing religious ceremonies.

Panchang Elements

Tithi

Astronomical unit of 27-30 hours based on angular distance between Moon and Sun.

Nakshatra

27 Nakshatras are determined based on the Moon's position.

Yoga

27 Yogas determined by the combined motion of Sun and Moon.

Karana

Half of a Tithi, there are 11 types of Karanas.