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Today's Tithi

Monday, 2 November 2026 · New Delhi (28.6139° N, 77.2090° E)

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Active Right Now Krishna Paksha · #8 of 15 Cycle #23 of 30

Krishna Ashtami

Active until 01:10 PM. Afterward, Krishna Navami begins.

Elongation: 5.33° of 12° 44% Elapsed
Fivefold Category
Jaya
Victorious / Dynamic
Presiding Deity: Durga
Fivefold Group Lord: Mars

🌅 Udaya Tithi & Astronomical Dynamics

The Vedic sunrise rule and soli-lunar elongation measurements

Udaya Tithi (Sunrise Rule)

Krishna Ashtami

This was the lunar day active at astronomical sunrise (06:33:49 AM). The Tithi prevailing at sunrise is the Udaya Tithi and commonly determines the civil Panchang day. Many vratas and observances use sunrise prevalence, while specific festivals may instead apply Madhyahna, Pradosha, Nishita, moonrise, or sect-specific Dharma-Shastra rules.

Tithi at Sunrise: Krishna Ashtami • Status: Current & Steady
Astronomical Geometry

Soli-Lunar Elongation

A Tithi represents each 12° increment of geocentric celestial separation between the Moon and Sun. Moon elongation is currently 269.3°.

Moon Sign: Cancer
Illumination: 50.6% (Third Quarter (Half Moon))

📜 The Five Canonical Tithi Categories

Classical fivefold classification (Pancha-Vidha) repeating every 5 lunar days · Traditional archetypal affinities

Nanda (1, 6, 11)

Joy & Festivity

Ruled by Venus. Auspicious for celebrations, artistic ventures, wearing new clothes, and social gatherings.

Bhadra (2, 7, 12)

Prosperity

Ruled by Mercury. Highly favourable for business inaugurations, signing deeds, partnerships, and vehicle acquisition.

Jaya (3, 8, 13)

Victory

Ruled by Mars. Favourable for legal matters, competitive examinations, and building defenses (Traditional elective-Muhurta association; medically necessary or urgent care should never be delayed for astrological timing).

Rikta (4, 9, 14)

Empty / Prone

Ruled by Saturn. Avoid initiating auspicious undertakings; ideal for debt liquidation, clearing clutter, and spiritual penance.

Poorna (5, 10, 15)

Fullness

Ruled by Jupiter. Favourable for sacred sacraments, financial investments, pilgrimages, and all auspicious works.

The Sacred Geometry of Lunar Days (Tithi Shastra)

In the Vedic almanac, a Tithi is the primary energetic lens through which daily karma unfolds. Unlike a solar day that begins and ends strictly with the Earth's diurnal rotation, a Tithi represents an astronomical relationship: the dynamic angular distance between Surya (the Sun, representing the soul and vitality) and Chandra (the Moon, representing consciousness and emotional receptivity).

"तिथेश्च श्रियमाप्नोति वारादायुष्यवर्धनम् ।
नक्षत्राद्धरते पापं योगाद्रोगनिवारणम् ॥"
— Traditional Panchanga Phala verse, commonly cited in Muhurtha Chintamani and Panchanga Viveka traditions: By observing and aligning with the Tithi, one attains prosperity (Shri); the weekday increases longevity; the Nakshatra purifies sins; and the Yoga alleviates afflictions.

Shukla Paksha vs. Krishna Paksha

The 30 lunar days are bifurcated into two fortnights:

  • Shukla Paksha (Bright Fortnight): Begins after the New Moon (Amavasya) and culminates on the Full Moon (Purnima). The waxing Moon expands in luminosity, vitality, and creative nourishment. Ideal for initiating constructive enterprises, public expansion, and celebratory rituals.
  • Krishna Paksha (Dark Fortnight): Begins after Purnima and wanes toward Amavasya. As solar light recedes, spiritual energy naturally turns inward. Favourable for introspection, deep study, ancestral homage (Shraddha), detoxifying therapies, and debt clearing.

The Udaya Tithi Principle in Vedic Life

A core question among practitioners is why festivals and fasts are observed on dates when a Tithi has already ended before midday. The Tithi prevailing on the horizon at the exact second of local sunrise becomes the Udaya Tithi and commonly determines the civil Panchang day. While many vratas and observances follow sunrise prevalence, specific observances may instead apply Madhyahna (noon), Pradosha (dusk), Nishita (midnight), moonrise, or sect-specific Dharma-Shastra rules.

✦ Frequently Asked Questions

Authoritative guidance on lunar days, Udaya Tithi, and fasting cycles

What is today's Tithi in New Delhi?
Today's active Tithi in New Delhi is Krishna Ashtami in Krishna Paksha. It remains active until 01:10 PM on Monday, 2 November 2026, after which Krishna Navami commences.
What is the Fivefold classification of Krishna Ashtami?
Krishna Ashtami belongs to the Jaya category (Victorious / Dynamic). It is governed by presiding deity Durga and planetary ruler Mars.
What is Udaya Tithi and why is it used for fasting?
The Tithi prevailing at sunrise is the Udaya Tithi and commonly determines the civil Panchang day. Many vratas and observances use sunrise prevalence, while specific festivals may instead apply Madhyahna, Pradosha, Nishita, moonrise, or sect-specific Dharma-Shastra rules.
How is a Tithi calculated astronomically?
A Tithi is not 24 clock hours; it is an astronomical measurement of the angular elongation between the Sun and Moon. Every time the Moon advances exactly 12 degrees eastward from the Sun, one Tithi elapses. Because the Moon moves at variable orbital speeds, a Tithi can vary between 19 and 26 hours in duration.
What are the 5 Tithi categories (Nanda, Bhadra, Jaya, Rikta, Poorna)?
The 15 Tithis of each Paksha repeat in a 5-fold cycle: Nanda (Joyous, ruled by Venus), Bhadra (Auspicious, ruled by Mercury), Jaya (Victorious, ruled by Mars), Rikta (Empty/Destructive, ruled by Saturn), and Poorna (Full/Complete, ruled by Jupiter). Rikta tithis (Chaturthi, Navami, Chaturdashi) are strictly avoided for starting major undertakings.
What activities are recommended for today's Tithi?
Today's Krishna Ashtami (Jaya group) carries classical archetypal affinities for Competitive & Litigation Pursuits, Athletics & Construction, Peaceful Ceremonies. Note: These represent general Tithi category affinities; for electing decisive auspicious timings, always verify the clean, unconflicted windows in the Shubh Muhurat and Rahu Kaal reports.
Statutory Guidance Note: Daily Tithi timings are calculated using astronomical ephemeris for your selected geographical coordinates. For observing personal fasts (such as Ekadashi Vrata, Pradosham, or Sankashti Chaturthi), ensure alignment with your family traditions (Smartha or Vaishnava) and consult an experienced temple priest for specialized Parana rules.
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