Makar Sankranti
Thursday, January 14, 2027
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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Shukla Shashthi
Prev day 13:02 Same day 13:58
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Shukla Saptami
Same day 13:58 Next day 14:13
Shashthi — a day of strength and courage. Suited for completing difficult tasks.
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Thursday
Thursday — ruled by Jupiter. The most auspicious weekday; favourable for learning, ceremony, and new beginnings.
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Pausha · Magha
Nakshatra · Yoga · Karana
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Uttara Bhadrapada
Prev day 22:03 Same day 23:18
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Revati
Same day 23:18 Next day 23:50
Fixed nakshatra — best for long-term commitments, foundations, and permanent purchases.
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Parigha
Prev day 17:52 Same day 17:20
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Shiva
Same day 17:20 Next day 16:16
An inauspicious yoga — sun-moon energies clash today. Traditionally avoided for major new ventures.
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Taitila
Same day 01:35 Same day 13:58
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Gar
Same day 13:58 Next day 02:11
A movable karana — the regular daytime half-tithi. Suitable for most everyday activities.
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Thursday, January 14, 2027