Makar Sankranti
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Marks the Sun's transition into Capricorn (Makara) and the start of Uttarayana, the auspicious northward journey of the Sun. Celebrated with kite flying, sweets, and harvest rituals.
Tithi · Weekday · Lunar month
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Krishna Pratipada
Same day 03:56 Next day 03:21
Pratipada — the first day. Considered auspicious for beginnings and laying foundations.
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Tuesday
Tuesday — ruled by Mars. An energetic, assertive day; good for action and physical work, less so for delicate matters.
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Pausha · Magha
Nakshatra · Yoga · Karana
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Punarvasu
Prev day 10:37 Same day 10:16
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Pushya
Same day 10:16 Next day 10:27
Movable nakshatra — favours travel, transitions, and changes of scenery.
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Vishkambha
Same day 04:38 Next day 02:57
An inauspicious yoga — sun-moon energies clash today. Traditionally avoided for major new ventures.
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Balava
Same day 03:56 Same day 15:34
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Kaulava
Same day 15:34 Next day 03:21
A movable karana — the regular daytime half-tithi. Suitable for most everyday activities.
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Tuesday, January 14, 2025