Janmashtami
Thursday, September 3, 2026
Celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna at midnight. Devotees fast through the day, decorate cradles, sing bhajans, and break their fast after midnight aarti.
Tithi · Weekday · Lunar month
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Krishna Saptami
Same day 04:26 Next day 02:25
Saptami — generally a smooth, balanced day. Good for routine work and travel.
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Thursday
Thursday — ruled by Jupiter. The most auspicious weekday; favourable for learning, ceremony, and new beginnings.
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Bhadrapada · Ashwin
Nakshatra · Yoga · Karana
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Krittika · Pada 1
Same day 01:43 Next day 00:30
Mixed nakshatra — energies vary; choose activities to match the day's mood.
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Vyaghata
Prev day 21:13 Same day 18:34
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Harshana
Same day 18:34 Next day 15:45
An inauspicious yoga — sun-moon energies clash today. Traditionally avoided for major new ventures.
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Vishti
Same day 04:26 Same day 15:27
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Bava
Same day 15:27 Next day 02:25
Vishti (Bhadra) karana — traditionally avoided for important new work; routine tasks are fine.
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Thursday, September 3, 2026