Telugu Panchangam

Telugu Panchangam is a traditional Hindu calendar and almanac that provides essential astronomical and astrological information for each day. It includes details about Tithi (lunar day), Nakshatra (constellation), Yoga, Karana, sunrise, sunset, and auspicious/inauspicious times. Panchangam is crucial for determining the right time for religious ceremonies, festivals, weddings, and other important life events according to Vedic astrology.

Rahu Kalam (also called Rahu Kaal) is an inauspicious period of approximately 90 minutes each day that occurs at different times depending on the day of the week. You can find today's Rahu Kalam timings in the Panchangam details above, calculated specifically for your selected location. During Rahu Kalam, it's traditionally advised to avoid starting new ventures, important meetings, or auspicious activities.

Yamagandam (also spelled Yamaganda or Yama Ghantaka) is an inauspicious time period associated with Lord Yama, the god of death. Like Rahu Kalam, it lasts approximately 90 minutes and occurs at different times each day of the week. The timing is calculated based on sunrise and is specific to your location. Today's Yamagandam timing is displayed in the Panchangam section above. It's best to avoid important activities during this period.

Abhijit Muhurtam is considered one of the most auspicious time periods in Vedic astrology. It occurs around midday for approximately 48 minutes and is calculated as the 8th Muhurta of the day. This time is believed to be free from all doshas (flaws) and is excellent for starting new ventures, important meetings, travel, and auspicious activities. Unlike other Muhurtams, Abhijit doesn't require extensive Panchangam consultation and is universally favorable.

Amavasya (New Moon) and Pournami (Full Moon) are highly significant in Telugu and Hindu culture. Amavasya is ideal for performing Pitru Tarpana (rituals for ancestors), meditation, and introspection. It's considered important for spiritual practices. Pournami is auspicious for prayers, fasting (especially for Lord Satyanarayan), and performing pujas. Many Telugu festivals are celebrated on Pournami days, including Guru Pournami and Kartika Pournami.

Tithi is a lunar day in the Hindu calendar, based on the angular relationship between the Sun and Moon. Unlike the solar calendar (Gregorian calendar) where a day is exactly 24 hours, a Tithi can vary from 19 to 26 hours. There are 30 Tithis in a lunar month - 15 in Shukla Paksha (waxing phase) and 15 in Krishna Paksha (waning phase). Tithis are crucial for determining festival dates and auspicious timings in Telugu culture.

Nakshatra refers to the 27 lunar constellations or star groups in Vedic astrology. Each Nakshatra has unique characteristics and influences. The Moon passes through each Nakshatra as it orbits Earth, spending approximately one day in each. Nakshatras are essential for birth chart analysis, determining compatibility for marriages, selecting Muhurtams for important events, and understanding daily cosmic influences on activities and decisions.

Our Telugu Panchangam calculations are highly accurate and location-specific. We use advanced astronomical algorithms (Swiss Ephemeris) with Lahiri Ayanamsa to calculate precise timings for your selected region. All times including sunrise, sunset, Rahu Kalam, Yamagandam, and Muhurtams are calculated based on your location's latitude, longitude, and timezone. This ensures you receive authentic Panchangam information tailored to your geographical area.

Yes, our Telugu Calendar provides essential Panchangam information that can help in planning auspicious occasions. However, for major life events like weddings, Grihapravesam (housewarming), or Upanayanam (thread ceremony), we recommend consulting with a qualified astrologer who can analyze individual horoscopes and provide personalized Muhurtam recommendations. Our calendar serves as an excellent reference for general auspicious timings and festival dates.

Durmuhurtam (also called Dur Muhurat) is an inauspicious time period that occurs twice daily and lasts for approximately 48 minutes. "Dur" means bad or difficult, and "Muhurtam" means time period. It's traditionally advised to avoid starting new activities, important journeys, or auspicious ceremonies during Durmuhurtam. The exact timing varies daily and is calculated based on sunrise for your specific location.