Tuesday Panchang Guide: Amrit Kaal, Yamganda and Shukla Yoga
Tuesday's Panchang highlights a mix of auspicious and inauspicious periods, making it important to plan carefully. From tithi and nakshatra to yoga and planetary placements, here is a complete breakdown for November 3.
The Krishna Paksha Navami tithi begins on Monday at 1:10 PM and runs until Tuesday at 11:54 AM. Following this, the Krishna Paksha Dashami tithi starts and remains until 11:03 AM on November 4.
The day's solar timings are sunrise at 6:37 AM and sunset at 5:43 PM. For lunar timings, the Moon rises at 12:54 AM and sets at 2:03 PM on Wednesday.
Swati Nakshatra governs the day, with the Sun positioned within it. Astrologers explain that the Sun's presence in this nakshatra brings powerful and deep influences. Swati's ruling deity is Pawan Dev, and its lord is Rahu. The energy here encourages people to escape old limitations and pursue independent action.
Shukla Yoga continues until 9:53 AM, when Brahma Yoga takes over. Shukla Yoga ranks 24th among the 27 Nitya Yogas. In Sanskrit, shukla denotes whiteness, brilliance, clarity or purity. The presiding goddess is Parvati, with some references linking her to Siddhi Devi.
The Abhijit Muhurat lasts from 11:48 AM to 12:32 PM. It is regarded as the most favorable part of the day, typically around 48 minutes long, or the eighth muhurat in a day-based division. Actions performed in this window are believed to automatically remove inauspicious effects and doshas. This muhurat arrives when the Sun is directly overhead.
Amrit Kaal, a period filled with blessings and positive energy, will occur from 1:03 AM to 2:38 AM. It is considered ideal for new business plans, investments, worship and important travel.
Rahu Kaal is set from 2:57 PM to 4:20 PM. It is traditionally avoided for starting new or auspicious tasks. Its timing is determined by dividing the period between sunrise and sunset into eight equal parts, resulting in a duration of about 90 minutes that varies by region. Existing work can continue during this time.
Yamganda Kaal runs from 9:23 AM to 10:47 AM. It is linked to Yamraj, the god of death, and is associated with possible difficulties in health, longevity or general misfortune. New ventures, travel and money dealings should be avoided.
Gulik Kaal is observed from 12:10 PM to 1:33 PM. Known as the poisonous time, it is believed to produce negative outcomes for new work. Ongoing and repetitive tasks may proceed, while banking deposits, donations and investments are regarded as favorable.
The Sun will be in Libra on Tuesday. Astrologers describe this as the Sun's debilitation because the Sun, a fire element, is placed in an air sign ruled by Venus. This is considered contrary to the Sun's nature. Since the Sun governs ego, self-belief and leadership, this placement may leave one feeling less energetic and make it harder to reach firm decisions.
The Moon moves into Leo. Astrologically, a Moon in Leo strongly shapes mental outlook and personality. The Sun, lord of Leo, grants strength, authority and leadership, so confidence stays high and challenges are faced boldly. However, pride or a dislike of others' advice may also emerge.
Dishashool is in the north direction on Tuesday. In astrology and Vastu Shastra, this refers to the direction in which starting a journey on the particular day is considered inauspicious.