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
Krishna Pratipada
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Pratipada — the first day. Considered auspicious for beginnings and laying foundations.
Tuesday
Tuesday — ruled by Mars. An energetic, assertive day; good for action and physical work, less so for delicate matters.
- AmantaPaushaPurnimantaMagha
Nakshatra · Yoga · Karana
Punarvasu
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Pushya
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Movable nakshatra — favours travel, transitions, and changes of scenery.
Vishkambha
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An inauspicious yoga — sun-moon energies clash today. Traditionally avoided for major new ventures.
Balava
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Kaulava
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A movable karana — the regular daytime half-tithi. Suitable for most everyday activities.
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Tuesday, January 14, 2025