Glossary — Understand Every Term
Plain-language explanations of every Panchang, Muhurta, Kundli, and astrological term used across this app — what it means, how it's calculated, and what it actually means for you.
Panchang's Five Limbsपञ्चांग
Varaवार
Vara is simply the weekday — but in Vedic astrology, each weekday is ruled by a specific planet, and that planet's qualities color the whole day.
Each Vara carries the general temperament of its ruling planet: Sunday (Sun) favors authority and government matters; Monday (Moon) favors emotional and domestic matters; Tuesday (Mars) favors courage and property; Wednesday (Mercury) favors business and communication; Thursday (Jupiter) favors worship and education; Friday (Venus) favors love, art, and luxury; Saturday (Saturn) favors labor and long-term commitments. This is a broad backdrop, not a strict rule — the day's Tithi, Nakshatra, and time-windows matter more for specific decisions.
Vara here is the "Vedic day," which runs sunrise-to-sunrise rather than midnight-to-midnight. If you check the Panchang before sunrise, you're still shown yesterday's Vara and Tithi, because the traditional day hasn't turned over yet.
Tithiतिथि
Tithi is the lunar day — the time it takes the Moon to move 12° further from the Sun than it was at the start of the Tithi. A full lunar month has 30 Tithis.
Different Tithis are traditionally considered better or worse for different activities — some (like Panchami, Saptami, Dashami, Ekadashi, Trayodashi) are considered generally favorable for auspicious undertakings, while others (like Chaturthi, Ashtami, Navami, Chaturdashi, and Amavasya) are traditionally avoided for starting new ventures. The exact number shown (e.g. "Shukla Panchami (5)") tells you both the Tithi's name and its position (1–15) within the current Paksha.
Unlike a calendar day, a Tithi does not last a fixed 24 hours — because the Moon's speed relative to the Sun varies, a Tithi can run anywhere from about 19 to 26 hours. The Panchang shows exactly when the current Tithi ends ("till 07:03 AM") so you know precisely when it changes over.
Nakshatraनक्षत्र
Nakshatra is one of 27 lunar mansions — a roughly 13°20' slice of the zodiac that the Moon occupies. Each Nakshatra has its own ruling deity, ruling planet, and personality, much like a more finely-grained version of a Moon sign.
Nakshatras are used constantly across this app: they determine your birth star (used in Kundli matching, baby naming, and personal Muhurat timing), they carry their own auspicious/inauspicious associations for specific activities (e.g. certain Nakshatras are traditionally favored for travel, business, or worship — see the Weekly Summary feature), and each one has its own toxic "Visha Ghati" sub-window (see Nakshatra Visha Ghati below).
Like Tithi, a Nakshatra doesn't last a fixed duration — it depends on the Moon's actual speed that day. The Panchang shows exactly when the current Nakshatra ends and which one follows (the "Nakshatra Transition" row).
Yoga (Nitya Yoga)योग
This Yoga is not a yoga pose — it's one of 27 fixed combinations of the Sun's and Moon's longitudes added together. Each of the 27 has its own name and character, cycling continuously through the month.
A handful of these 27 Yogas are considered toxic ("Visha Yoga") for a portion of their duration — Vyatipata and Vaidhriti are considered the most severe, followed by Parigha, Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shoola, Ganda, Vyaghata, and Vajra. If one of these is active and you see a "Visha Yoga" warning on the page, that's this Yoga limb specifically, not a general bad-day indicator.
Computed as (Sun's longitude + Moon's longitude) divided into 27 equal 13°20' segments — a purely mathematical combination, distinct from Tithi (which is Moon minus Sun) and Nakshatra (which is Moon's position alone).
Karanaकरण
Karana is half of a Tithi — since there are 30 Tithis in a lunar month and each splits into two Karanas, there are 60 Karana instances per month, cycling through 11 named Karanas (7 of which repeat, 4 of which occur only once per month).
Karanas carry their own auspicious/inauspicious character, traditionally used alongside Tithi for fine-tuning Muhurta selection — a full treatment of which Karana suits which activity is beyond a quick-reference glossary entry.
Each Karana spans exactly half a Tithi (~9–13 hours, following the same variable-duration logic as Tithi).
The Moonचंद्रमा
Moon Phaseचंद्र कला
The visible shape of the Moon as seen from Earth right now — new, waxing crescent, first quarter, waxing gibbous, full, waning gibbous, last quarter, or waning crescent.
The waxing half of the month (new moon → full moon, called Shukla Paksha) is traditionally considered better for starting new things and growth-oriented activities; the waning half (full moon → new moon, Krishna Paksha) is considered better for completion, introspection, and letting go.
Derived directly from the Moon's illuminated percentage and its angular relationship to the Sun.
Rashi (Moon Sign)राशि
Rashi is the zodiac sign (one of the 12 sidereal signs — Mesha/Aries through Meena/Pisces) that a planet currently occupies. On the daily Panchang page, "Rashi" specifically refers to the Moon's current sign, which changes roughly every 2.25 days as the Moon moves through the zodiac.
Your Moon Rashi (calculated from your exact birth time) is actually more central to Vedic astrology day-to-day guidance than your Sun sign — Rashifal (horoscope) predictions in this app are based on Moon Rashi, not Sun sign, following traditional Vedic practice.
Uses sidereal (Lahiri ayanamsha) coordinates, not the tropical zodiac most Western horoscope sites use — this is why a Vedic Rashi can differ from a Western sun-sign date range by roughly 24 days.
Vratव्रत
A Vrat is a religious vow or fast observed on a specific day, usually tied to a particular weekday, Tithi, or deity (e.g. a Thursday fast for Brihaspati/Vishnu, or Ekadashi fasting).
If a Vrat is listed for the day, it names the specific fast/observance traditionally associated with that day and a one-line note on which deity or purpose it serves.
Weekday- and Tithi-based lookup; no astronomical calculation involved beyond determining the day itself.
Nakshatra Transitionनक्षत्र परिवर्तन
The exact moment the Moon moves out of its current Nakshatra and into the next one.
Useful for planning: if you need an activity to happen "during" a specific Nakshatra (common in Muhurta selection, baby naming, or travel planning), this transition time tells you the hard cutoff.
Computed via a binary search over the Moon's sidereal longitude to find the precise instant it crosses into the next 13°20' Nakshatra segment.
Auspicious & Inauspicious Windowsमुहूर्त
Choghadiyaचौघड़िया
Choghadiya divides daytime (sunrise to sunset) and nighttime (sunset to next sunrise) into 8 equal slots each — 16 total per day — and assigns each slot one of 7 quality labels: Udveg, Char, Labh, Amrit, Kaal, Shubh, or Rog.
Amrit (🟢 best for all good work), Shubh (🟢 good for auspicious activities), and Labh (🟢 good for financial gains) are the three auspicious labels. Char (🟡) is neutral and specifically good for travel. Rog (🔴 avoid health decisions), Udveg (🔴 avoid new work), and Kaal (🔴 avoid new beginnings) are the three inauspicious labels — each still has a narrow exception (e.g. Rog is fine for "defeating enemies," Udveg is fine for government/authority tasks). Because slots repeat through the day, you'll often see the same label 2–3 times — check the exact time range, not just the name.
The 7 quality names cycle in a fixed order (Udveg → Char → Labh → Amrit → Kaal → Shubh → Rog, repeating). Which name the very first daytime slot gets depends on the weekday's ruling planet — Sunday's day starts with Udveg, Monday's with Amrit, and so on. Night slots use a different starting rule. Since day and night each have unequal length (except near the equinox) and vary by latitude and season, each slot's exact duration is (sunset − sunrise) ÷ 8 for day, or (next sunrise − sunset) ÷ 8 for night — so a Choghadiya slot is rarely exactly the "1.5 hours" often quoted as a rule of thumb.
Hora (Planetary Hour)होरा
Hora divides daytime and nighttime into 12 equal slots each — 24 total per day — and assigns each slot to one of the 7 classical planets (Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn), which "rules" that hour.
Each planet's Hora favors activities associated with that planet: Sun (authority, government work), Moon (travel, emotional/domestic matters), Mars (courage, property, surgery), Mercury (business, communication, education), Jupiter (worship, marriage, auspicious events), Venus (love, arts, luxury purchases), Saturn (labor, machinery, old debts). If a planet is combust (see Combust Hora below) during its own Hora, that Hora's recommendations are weakened.
Follows the Chaldean sequence (Saturn → Jupiter → Mars → Sun → Venus → Mercury → Moon, repeating) — an ordering based on each planet's apparent orbital speed as seen from Earth in ancient astronomy, slowest to fastest. Which planet rules the very first Hora of the day depends on the weekday's own ruling planet. Each Hora lasts exactly 1/12th of daytime or nighttime, so like Choghadiya, its exact duration varies by season and latitude, not a fixed 60 minutes.
Rahu Kaalराहु काल
The single most widely-known daily inauspicious period — one full daytime Choghadiya-length slot (1/8th of the day) ruled by Rahu, a shadow planet associated with obstacles and deception in Vedic astrology.
Traditionally avoided for starting new ventures, signing contracts, travel, or making important decisions. It occurs once per day, at a different slot depending on the weekday (e.g. it falls in the last slot of the day on Sunday, an earlier slot on other days).
One full 1/8th-of-daytime slot, positioned according to a fixed weekday-based table verified against Drik Panchang.
Yamagandaयमगण्ड
A daily inauspicious period named for Yama, the god of death and dharma — considered unfavorable for important life decisions, travel, and new beginnings.
Similar in spirit to Rahu Kaal but generally regarded as somewhat less severe — still worth avoiding for major decisions.
One full 1/8th-of-daytime slot, positioned according to its own weekday-based table (distinct from Rahu Kaal's).
Gulika Kaalगुलिक काल
A daily inauspicious period associated with Gulika (also called Mandi), a sensitive point tied to Saturn's influence in Vedic astrology.
Auspicious ceremonies — weddings, housewarmings, pujas — are traditionally avoided during this window.
One full 1/8th-of-daytime slot, positioned according to its own weekday-based table.
Abhijit Muhuratअभिजित मुहूर्त
The single most powerful auspicious window of the day, centered on solar noon (when the Sun is at its highest point) and traditionally said to overcome nearly every other astrological affliction ("dosha").
Considered suitable for almost any important activity when nothing else is favorable. Two exceptions: it is absent entirely on Wednesdays (considered structurally in conflict with Rahu that day), and on Mondays it's present but "afflicted" by something called Rahu Mukha — still shown, but flagged as use-with-caution rather than fully auspicious.
Duration is exactly 1/15th of the day's total length (a "muhurta"), centered precisely on solar noon — so it's about 48 minutes near the equinox, shorter in winter, longer in summer.
Brahma Muhuratब्रह्म मुहूर्त
The most sacred time of the day for meditation, prayer, mantra recitation, and study — the roughly 48-minute window ending 48 minutes before sunrise.
Traditionally considered the time when the mind is naturally at its calmest and most spiritually receptive (sattvic). You may see it listed twice — "Today" (before this morning's sunrise, useful if you're up early) and "Tomorrow" (before the next sunrise, useful for planning the next morning in advance).
Fixed classical duration: starts exactly 96 minutes before sunrise, ends exactly 48 minutes before sunrise — always 48 minutes long, regardless of season.
Dur Muhurtamदुर्मुहूर्त
One or two specific "muhurtas" (out of 15 equal segments spanning sunrise to sunset) that are inauspicious on a given weekday — a different, finer-grained system from Choghadiya.
New beginnings are traditionally avoided during a Dur Muhurtam window, similar in spirit to Rahu Kaal but based on a different classical division of the day.
The day (sunrise to sunset) is split into 15 equal muhurtas (roughly 48 minutes each, scaled to the actual day length). Each weekday has 1 or 2 specific muhurta numbers marked inauspicious — for example, Sunday's 14th muhurta, or Saturday's 1st and 2nd.
Varjyamवर्ज्यम
A toxic time window determined by which Nakshatra the Moon is currently in — a roughly 96-minute (4-Ghati) span that begins a specific offset after the Nakshatra started, with that offset being different for each of the 27 Nakshatras.
Appears alongside Dur Muhurtam windows in the same card on the Panchang page — both are inauspicious "avoid positive activations" periods, just computed from different underlying rules (Varjyam from the Moon's Nakshatra, Dur Muhurtam from the weekday).
Each Nakshatra has its own classical "Ghati offset" (a Ghati = 24 minutes) marking when, within that Nakshatra's span, the 4-Ghati toxic window begins — for example, Ashwini's Varjyam begins 50 Ghatis (20 hours) after the Nakshatra starts, while Bharani's begins after just 4 Ghatis.
Muhurta Warningsदोष
Kala Velaकाल वेला
A warning that fires when a specific Choghadiya slot is extra-toxic on a specific weekday — for example, the "Udveg" slot is especially blocked on Sunday (the Sun's own day), and "Kaal" is especially severe on Saturday (Saturn's own day).
This is a stronger warning than the Choghadiya slot's ordinary "avoid new work" guidance — it means this particular combination of slot-name and weekday compounds the usual caution into something more serious. The message tells you exactly which slot, why it's worse on this weekday, and its exact time window.
Each of the 7 weekdays has one specific Choghadiya name flagged as its Kala Vela — determined by which planet rules that Choghadiya slot and how that interacts with the weekday's own ruling planet (e.g. Sunday + Udveg = Sun's own toxic slot, doubly blocked).
Dagdha Rashiदग्ध राशि
"Dagdha" means burnt. This warning fires when the Moon's current zodiac sign matches a specific "burnt" sign for today's Tithi — a classical combination said to render actions fruitless.
When active, this is considered one of the more serious warnings: actions started during this window are said to yield no result at all, not just a bad result. It applies for the Tithi's entire remaining duration, not just a narrow sub-window.
Each of the 15 Tithi numbers (1–15, same for both lunar fortnights) has exactly 2 zodiac signs classically marked as "burnt" for that Tithi — if the Moon happens to be transiting one of those 2 signs while that Tithi is active, the warning fires.
Visha Yogaविष योग
"Visha" means poison. This warning fires when the current Nitya Yoga (see "Yoga" above) is one of 9 classically toxic yogas — Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, Parigha, Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shoola, Ganda, Vyaghata, or Vajra.
Vyatipata and Vaidhriti are the two most severe (marked CRITICAL) and toxic for their entire duration. The other 7 are marked WARNING and are only toxic for a portion of the Yoga's span (anywhere from about 6% to 50% of it, depending on which Yoga) — the message shows the exact toxic window's start and end time, not the Yoga's full duration.
Each toxic Yoga has a known "toxic fraction" of its total duration, based on classical sources — e.g. Parigha is toxic for the first half of its span, while Vajra is toxic for roughly the first 6%.
Combust Horaअस्त होरा
A planet is "combust" when it passes too close to the Sun in the sky, astronomically overwhelmed by the Sun's light — classically considered to weaken that planet's significations. This warning fires whenever the ruling planet of the current (or an upcoming) Hora is combust.
If, say, Mercury is combust and you're in a Mercury Hora, the Hora's usual "good for business, communication, education" guidance is undermined — the message spells out specifically what to avoid for that planet while combust (e.g. Mercury combust: avoid finalizing documents or deploying anything without expecting a redo).
Combustion is a real, slow-changing astronomical fact (a planet stays combust for days to weeks depending on which planet), re-checked at each Hora's own start time — since the Hora cycle repeats the same 7 planets roughly every hour, the same planet's Hora can recur several times in one day, and each occurrence is checked independently.
Tithi Gandantaतिथि गंडांत
"Gandanta" means a dangerous junction knot. This warning fires during the final 24 minutes of certain Tithis (numbers 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 — called Purna Tithis) as they transition into the Tithi that follows (numbers 1, 6, 11, 16, 21, 26 — called Nanda Tithis), and again during that following Tithi's own first 24 minutes.
This junction is traditionally considered a moment of unstable, unpredictable energy — new undertakings are advised against during both the closing 24 minutes of the Purna Tithi and the opening 24 minutes of the Nanda Tithi that follows.
The toxic window is always exactly 24 minutes (1 Ghati) on either side of the specific Tithi-to-Tithi boundary.
Nakshatra Visha Ghatiनक्षत्र विष घटी
A 4-Ghati (96-minute) toxic sub-window within the current Nakshatra's span — similar in concept to Varjyam, and considered to carry a serious risk of obstruction to whatever is undertaken during it.
If active, the message shows the exact start and end time of this window within the current Nakshatra.
Each of the 27 Nakshatras has its own classical starting offset (in 60ths of that Nakshatra's total duration) marking when its 4/60ths-long toxic window begins.
Nail & Hair Cutting: Tithi Restrictions
A widely repeated popular belief holds that cutting nails or hair should be avoided on Amavasya (new moon), Ekadashi, Purnima (full moon), and Sankranti days.
If you follow this practice, the safest approach is to check this app's Tithi and Vrat indicators for the day and simply shift the activity to a non-restricted Tithi — there is no single day that is universal across all households.
This app does not compute a grooming-specific verdict — it is not derived from any backend calculator. Check the Tithi and Vrat sections of today's Panchang directly to see if the current day is Amavasya, Ekadashi, Purnima, or Sankranti.
Planets & Transitsग्रह
Graha (Planet)ग्रह
The Graha Positions card shows where each of the 9 classical Vedic planets (the 7 visible planets plus the two lunar nodes, Rahu and Ketu) currently sits in the zodiac, down to the exact degree.
This is a live snapshot, not a birth-chart reading — it shows where the sky is right now, which matters for transit-based questions (see Transit Alerts / Gochar below) rather than personal predictions (which need your actual birth chart, see the Kundli page).
Sidereal (Lahiri ayanamsha) positions, matching the same zodiac system used throughout this app's Panchang and Kundli calculations.
Retrogradeवक्री
A planet appears "retrograde" (marked with ℞) when, from Earth's point of view, it seems to move backward through the zodiac — an optical effect of relative orbital speeds, not an actual reversal.
Classically, a retrograde planet's usual significations are considered to turn inward or delayed — often associated with revisiting the past, second attempts, or unexpected reversals in whatever that planet governs.
Determined from the planet's actual apparent daily motion — negative motion means retrograde.
Combustअस्त
A planet is combust when it comes within a certain angular distance of the Sun — close enough that its own light/influence is considered "burned up" by the Sun's glare.
Each planet has its own specific effect while combust (see Combust Hora above for the full list) — generally, avoid starting activities specifically associated with whichever planet is currently combust.
Based on each planet's actual angular distance from the Sun; the exact threshold distance differs per planet.
Transit Alerts (Gochar)गोचर
"Gochar" is the Sanskrit term for planetary transit — a planet moving from one zodiac sign into the next. This card flags any such sign-change happening in the next few days.
A planet changing signs can shift the general mood/emphasis associated with that planet for the following weeks to years, depending on how slow the planet is (the Moon changes signs every ~2.25 days; Saturn takes roughly 2.5 years per sign).
Computed by tracking each planet's sidereal longitude forward to find the next sign-boundary crossing.
Calendar & Era Systemsपञ्चांग गणना
Pakshaपक्ष
Paksha is the lunar fortnight — either Shukla Paksha (the waxing half, new moon to full moon) or Krishna Paksha (the waning half, full moon to new moon).
Shukla Paksha is traditionally favored for starting new ventures and growth-oriented work; Krishna Paksha is favored for completion, closure, and introspective practices.
Each Paksha spans exactly 15 Tithis.
Lunar Month System (Purnimant / Amanta)मास प्रणाली
There are two regional conventions for where a Vedic lunar month begins and ends: Purnimant (month ends at full moon, used in North India) and Amanta (month ends at new moon, used in South India). Both describe the same underlying Moon cycle, just with a different starting/ending point.
This mostly affects which calendar name a given day falls under near the month boundary — the day itself, its Tithi, Nakshatra, and all other Panchang data are identical regardless of which system is used to name the month.
A fixed regional convention, not an astronomical calculation — the system in use is shown in parentheses after the month name (e.g. "Ashadha (Shukla Paksha, purnimant)").
Vikram Samvat / Shaka Samvatसंवत्
Two different Hindu calendar era-year numbers shown alongside the Gregorian date — Vikram Samvat (traditionally said to begin 57 BCE) and Shaka Samvat (the Indian national civil calendar era, beginning 78 CE). Both run in parallel with the Gregorian year, just counting from a different starting point.
Mostly relevant for religious/cultural dating conventions and formal Hindu calendar references — most day-to-day Muhurta decisions don't depend on which era-year is shown.
A fixed offset from the current Gregorian year, adjusted around the lunar new year.
Festivalsत्योहार
Upcoming Hindu festivals and observance days, with a short note on their significance and how many days away each one is.
Useful for advance planning around major observances (fasting days, temple visits, family gatherings) that fall on specific Tithis or fixed calendar dates.
Looked up from a festival calendar keyed to Tithi/date combinations, not independently computed.
Eclipses (Grahan)ग्रहण
Upcoming solar and lunar eclipses, with a note on whether each one is visible from your location — an eclipse only carries the traditional Sutak restrictions (see below) if it's actually visible where you are.
Eclipses not visible locally are still shown for awareness (they're visible somewhere on Earth) but carry no Sutak period for you.
Standard astronomical eclipse prediction, cross-checked against your location's visibility circumstances.
Sutakसूतक
A purification period observed before and during a visible eclipse, during which certain activities (eating, cooking, worship, touching deity idols) are traditionally avoided.
Only appears when a solar or lunar eclipse is both visible from your location and within 3 days. Solar eclipse Sutak begins 12 hours before the eclipse; lunar eclipse Sutak begins 9 hours before. It ends when the eclipse itself ends, after which a bath and charitable giving traditionally mark the return to normal activity.
Fixed 12-hour (solar) or 9-hour (lunar) lead time before the eclipse's own start, ending at the eclipse's end.
Weekly Best Daysसाप्ताहिक सारांश
A quick recommendation for the single best day in the next 7 days for three common activity types: travel, business, and puja (worship) — each scored using a combination of favorable Choghadiya slots, favorable Tithis, and Nakshatras traditionally associated with that activity.
This is a fast, rough-cut recommendation, not a substitute for a full Muhurta search (see the Muhurat page) if you're planning something significant — it optimizes for "best of the next 7 days," not "best in a longer window" or accounting for your personal chart.
Each day is scored by adding points for favorable Choghadiya slots present that day (Amrit +3, Shubh/Labh +2, Char +1) and subtracting for unfavorable ones (Rog/Kaal −2, Udveg −1), then cross-checked against activity-specific favorable Tithi and Nakshatra lists.
Kundli Basicsकुंडली
Lagna (Ascendant)लग्न
The zodiac sign that was rising on the eastern horizon at the exact moment and place of birth — the single most important reference point in a birth chart, since every house is counted starting from the Lagna.
Because the Lagna changes roughly every 2 hours (it depends on the exact birth time, not just the date), even twins born minutes apart can have meaningfully different charts if the Lagna shifts between their births — this is why an accurate birth time matters so much for chart reading.
Computed from the exact birth date, time, and geographic coordinates, using sidereal (Lahiri ayanamsha) zodiac positions — the same system used throughout this app's Panchang calculations.
Bhava (House)भाव
One of 12 fixed life-areas that every birth chart is divided into — the 1st house is self/body, the 2nd is wealth/family, the 7th is marriage/partnerships, and so on — each house is "occupied" by whichever planets fall in it.
This app uses the whole-sign house system: the entire zodiac sign occupied by the Lagna becomes the 1st house, the next sign becomes the 2nd house, and so on — a simpler, older system than some Western house systems (like Placidus), though this app also computes Placidus cusps separately for KP-style analysis (see Bhava Chalit below).
Whole-sign: house 1 = the Lagna's own sign, house 2 = the next sign forward, continuing around the zodiac.
North Indian Chart Style
A diamond-in-a-square visual layout for drawing a birth chart, where the 12 houses occupy fixed geometric positions on the page and the zodiac SIGN in each house changes depending on the Lagna — the opposite convention from the South Indian style, where signs stay fixed and the Lagna's position moves.
Both styles show identical underlying data (the same planets in the same houses) — North Indian style is simply the visual convention this app uses to draw it, common across North India, Rajasthan, and Gujarat.
Purely a rendering convention — house 1 is always the top-center diamond, with houses 2-12 following counter-clockwise around it; the "ASC" tag marks whichever house is the 1st (Lagna).
Planetary Dignity
A classical rating of how strong or weak a planet is simply based on which zodiac sign it occupies — a planet can be "exalted" (its strongest possible sign), in its "own sign" (comfortable), "debilitated" (its weakest possible sign), or various shades in between.
A planet's dignity is one of the quickest ways to gauge how strongly it will deliver its significations — an exalted planet tends to give strong, positive results in its areas of influence, while a debilitated one may struggle unless other chart factors (like a Neechbhanga cancellation) offset it.
Each of the 9 grahas has one classically fixed exaltation sign and its exact opposite debilitation sign (e.g. the Sun is exalted in Mesha/Aries, debilitated in Tula/Libra) — shown in the Planets table as a "Dignity" verdict per planet.
Avakahada Chakra (Varna, Vashya, Yoni, Gana, Nadi)अवकहड़ा चक्र
A set of five classical classification tags — Varna, Vashya, Yoni, Gana, and Nadi — derived purely from your birth Nakshatra and Rashi, all shown together in the Birth Summary card. These same five categories are exactly what the Ashtakoot Guna Milan compatibility system compares between two people (see the Matching glossary for full detail on each).
On the Kundli page these five tags are shown mainly as descriptive facts about your own chart; their real practical use comes into play on the Matching page, where they're compared point-by-point against a prospective partner's chart.
All five are looked up from fixed classical tables keyed to your birth Nakshatra (and, for Vashya, your Rashi) — no separate calculation beyond determining those two values first.
Current Mahadasha (Dasha Bar)
A quick visual summary, right below your chart, of which planet's major Dasha period (Mahadasha) is running in your life right now — the segmented bar shows all Mahadasha periods across your lifetime, sized proportionally by each planet's classical number of years.
For a fuller breakdown down to the day (including the sub-periods within the current Mahadasha), see the "Dasha Detail" tab — this bar is just the at-a-glance summary.
See the Vimshottari Dasha entry below for the full calculation method — this bar visualizes the same 120-year cycle.
Divisional Charts (Vargas)वर्ग
Varga (Divisional Charts)वर्ग
Beyond the main birth chart (called D1 or Rashi chart), classical Vedic astrology divides each zodiac sign into smaller equal parts to create additional, more specialized charts — each "Varga" (division) is used to examine a specific area of life in finer detail than the main chart alone can show.
A planet that looks weak in the main D1 chart can look much stronger in a relevant divisional chart, or vice versa — classical practice is to always cross-check an important placement across multiple relevant Vargas before drawing a conclusion, not rely on the D1 chart alone.
Each Varga divides the 30° of a zodiac sign into N equal parts (e.g. D9 Navamsha divides it into 9 parts of 3°20' each) — which of those N parts a planet's exact degree falls into determines its placement in that divisional chart, following a specific classical mapping rule for each division.
D3 Drekkanaद्रेष्काण
A divisional chart (each sign split into 3 parts) traditionally used to examine siblings, courage, and one's general drive/initiative.
Consulted alongside the main chart's 3rd house (which also governs siblings and courage) for a fuller picture of these themes.
Each 30° sign is divided into 3 equal 10° parts.
D4 Chaturthamshaचतुर्थांश
A divisional chart (each sign split into 4 parts) traditionally used to examine property, fixed assets, and home/happiness (also called Griha or Sukha Varga in some traditions).
Consulted for questions about real estate, vehicles, and domestic happiness alongside the main chart's 4th house.
Each 30° sign is divided into 4 equal 7°30' parts.
D10 Dashamshaदशांश
One of the most consulted divisional charts after Navamsha — divides each sign into 10 parts and is used specifically to examine career, profession, and public standing/achievement.
When evaluating career questions, this chart's 10th house and its lord are examined the same careful way the main chart's 10th house would be — a strong D10 often confirms professional success indicated elsewhere.
Each 30° sign is divided into 10 equal 3° parts.
D12 Dvadashamshaद्वादशांश
A divisional chart (each sign split into 12 parts) traditionally used to examine parents and ancestral/family matters.
Consulted alongside the main chart's 4th house (mother) and 9th house (father) for a fuller picture of parental matters.
Each 30° sign is divided into 12 equal 2°30' parts.
Moon Chart (Chandra Lagna)चंद्र लग्न
The exact same birth chart, but recalculated using the Moon's sign as the 1st house instead of the actual rising sign (Lagna) — a second, Moon-centered lens on the same chart, widely used in Vedic astrology alongside (not instead of) the Lagna-based chart.
Especially useful when the exact birth time is uncertain (which shifts the Lagna significantly) but the birth date is known precisely, since the Moon's sign changes much more slowly (~2.25 days) and is more forgiving of small time errors.
Identical planetary positions to the main D1 chart, just re-housed with the Moon's Rashi treated as the 1st house.
Karakamsha (Atmakaraka Chart)कारकांश
A Jaimini astrology chart re-housed so that the Navamsha (D9) sign of your Atmakaraka planet (see Chara Karakas below) becomes the 1st house — used to examine the soul's deeper purpose and life direction, a more esoteric layer of analysis than the standard D1/D9 charts.
A specialized, Jaimini-system tool — most useful if you're already familiar with the Chara Karaka framework; on its own it's a more advanced concept than most other items in this glossary.
Take the Atmakaraka planet's position in the D9 Navamsha chart; that sign becomes the Karakamsha's 1st house.
Chara Karakas (Jaimini Significators)चर कारक
A Jaimini-system technique that assigns 7-8 special roles (Atmakaraka "soul significator," Amatyakaraka "career significator," Darakaraka "spouse significator," and others) to the planets in your chart, based purely on which planet has the highest degree within its sign — not on fixed planet-to-role assignments the way Western astrology might.
The Atmakaraka is considered the most important of all — the planet representing your soul's core desires and lessons this lifetime — and is the starting point for both the Karakamsha chart and Chara Dasha system.
This app uses 8 planets including Rahu. Planets are ranked by degree within their sign, highest to lowest. The top 7 get named roles: Atmakaraka, Amatyakaraka, Bhratrukaraka, Matrukaraka, Putrakaraka, Gnatikaraka, Darakaraka. Rahu uses reverse degree (30 − degree) since it moves retrograde.
Dasha Systemsदशा
Vimshottari Dashaविंशोत्तरी दशा
The single most widely-used planetary-period system in Vedic astrology — divides your entire life into a fixed 120-year cycle of periods (Dashas) ruled sequentially by each of the 9 planets, used to time WHEN a chart's potential is likely to actually manifest, not just what it shows.
This app shows three nested levels: Mahadasha (the main period, lasting years), Antardasha (a sub-period within it, lasting months), and Pratyantardasha (a ssub-sub-period, lasting weeks) — the deeper you go, the more specific the timing. The currently-running period at each level is marked "Now."
Each of the 9 planets is assigned a fixed number of years (Sun 6, Moon 10, Mars 7, Rahu 18, Jupiter 16, Saturn 19, Mercury 17, Ketu 7, Venus 20 — totaling 120), and the sequence always follows the same fixed planetary order. Your starting point in the cycle (and which planet's Mahadasha is running at birth) is determined by the exact Nakshatra the Moon was in at birth, and how far through that Nakshatra the Moon had already progressed.
Yogini Dashaयोगिनी दशा
An alternative planetary-period system, less commonly used than Vimshottari but still classically significant — cycles through 8 "Yoginis" (each linked to a planet) over a total 36-year cycle, repeating multiple times across a lifetime.
Some astrologers use Yogini Dasha as a cross-check alongside Vimshottari Dasha — when both systems agree that a particular period is significant, that agreement is traditionally taken as added confirmation.
The 8 Yoginis are each assigned a fixed number of years within the 36-year cycle; your starting Yogini (and how far into her period you were at birth) is again determined by your birth Nakshatra.
Ashtottari Dashaअष्टोत्तरी दशा
A less commonly used planetary-period system based on a 108-year cycle across 8 planets (Rahu and Ketu are not separately assigned periods in the standard form of this system, unlike Vimshottari) — classically considered particularly relevant for certain chart conditions, such as when the Moon is strongly placed.
Used far less often than Vimshottari in mainstream practice — mostly consulted as a secondary/specialist cross-check rather than a primary timing tool.
Applicable when Rahu is in a Kendra (1st/4th/7th/10th) or Trikona (5th/9th) from Lagna. Sequence: Sun(6yr) → Moon(15) → Mars(8) → Mercury(17) → Saturn(10) → Jupiter(19) → Rahu(12) → Venus(21) = 108 years total. Starting planet determined by birth Nakshatra, beginning from Ardra.
Chara Dasha (Jaimini)चर दशा
A fundamentally different kind of Dasha system from Vimshottari/Yogini/Ashtottari — instead of periods ruled by planets, Chara Dasha periods are ruled by zodiac SIGNS themselves, following the Jaimini school of astrology rather than the mainstream Parashari school the other three systems belong to.
Each sign-period's length is itself calculated from the chart (not a universal fixed number like Vimshottari's planet-years), making this system's timing genuinely unique to each individual chart's Jaimini-specific factors.
The Atmakaraka (see Chara Karakas above) and its house placement anchor the whole sequence; sign-period lengths are computed from a Jaimini-specific counting rule rather than looked up from a fixed table.
Planetary Strength & KPबल
Shadbala (Six-fold Strength)षड्बल
A comprehensive numerical scoring system that measures a planet's total strength by combining six separate classical strength factors into one number — one of the most rigorous ways classical astrology quantifies "how powerful is this planet in this chart," rather than relying on dignity alone.
A planet with high Shadbala tends to deliver its promised results more reliably and strongly than one with low Shadbala, even if both have similar dignity — this app shows the individual components (Sthana Bala, Dig Bala, Naisargika Bala are three of the six shown) plus a Total, Ratio, and plain-language Verdict per planet.
Six components are added together: Sthana Bala (positional strength — sign, Navamsha, exaltation), Dig Bala (directional strength — which house the planet occupies relative to its favored direction), Kala Bala (temporal strength — day/night, month, year), Chesta Bala (motional strength — retrograde/direct speed), Naisargika Bala (a fixed, permanent per-planet baseline), and Drik Bala (aspectual strength — benefic/malefic aspects received). The Ratio compares a planet's total against its classically-required minimum to be considered adequately strong.
Ashtakavarga (BAV & SAV)अष्टकवर्ग
A point-based system that scores how much support each zodiac sign receives from each planet, building up to a total strength map across all 12 signs — used heavily for timing transits (a favorable transit through a high-scoring sign is stronger than the same transit through a low-scoring one).
Bhinnashtakavarga (BAV) shows one planet's individual point-map across all 12 signs (0-8 points each); Sarvashtakavarga (SAV) sums all planets' contributions together into a single combined map per sign (out of a maximum 337 total points across all signs) — SAV is what most astrologers check first when judging whether a transit through a particular sign will go well.
Each of the 7 classical planets "casts a vote" (1 point or 0) for each of the 12 signs, based on a fixed classical rule specific to that planet — counted from 8 different reference points (the 7 planets plus the Lagna itself), hence "Ashtaka" (eight) in the name.
KP System (Sub Lords)
Krishnamurti Paddhati (KP) is a modern refinement of Vedic astrology (developed by K.S. Krishnamurti in the 20th century) that divides each Nakshatra further into 9 "Sub Lord" segments, and each of those into further "Sub-Sub Lord" segments — giving an extremely fine-grained way to pinpoint exactly which planet is truly "in charge" of a given position, down to fractions of a degree.
KP practitioners often consider the Sub Lord (not just the sign or Nakshatra lord) the deciding factor for yes/no predictive questions — this app shows Star Lord, Sub Lord, and Sub-Sub Lord for each planet, plus which house (via Placidus "Chalit") each falls in, and a set of "Ruling Planets" (Ascendant lord, Ascendant star lord, Moon lord, day lord) used together as a KP-specific timing technique.
Each 13°20' Nakshatra is divided into 9 unequal Sub Lord segments, sized in proportion to the same Vimshottari Dasha year-values (e.g. Venus's 20-year proportion gets the largest slice) — and this same 9-way division is applied recursively for Sub-Sub Lords within each Sub Lord segment.
KP Significators & Cuspal Sub Lords
Two related KP-system tools: "Significators" lists, per house, which planets are considered capable of delivering results for that house's matters (based on their own placement and connections); "Cuspal Sub Lords" applies the same Sub Lord/Sub-Sub Lord logic (see KP System above) to each house's exact Placidus cusp degree, not just to planets.
A house's Cuspal Sub Lord is considered by KP practitioners to be highly decisive for whether that house's matter will materialize — used alongside the Significator list to build a prediction.
Significators are built from a planet's own house placement, the house(s) it owns, and its Nakshatra lord's placement/ownership — Cuspal Sub Lords use the exact Placidus cusp degree (see Bhava Chalit below) run through the same Sub Lord segmentation described in the KP System entry.
Bhava Chalit (Placidus Cusps)भाव चलित
An alternative house system to the main chart's whole-sign houses (see Bhava above) — computes each house's exact starting degree (cusp) using the Placidus method (a Western astrology technique adopted for KP-style analysis), which can place a planet in a different house than the simpler whole-sign method would.
This is specifically the house system KP practitioners use (not the main whole-sign chart) — if a planet's house placement here differs from the main chart's whole-sign placement, that's expected and not an error; the two systems are simply answering the question differently.
Placidus divides the sky based on the actual time it takes points along the ecliptic to rise, rather than dividing the zodiac into equal 30° whole-sign blocks — this produces unequal-sized houses whose exact boundaries depend on birth time, place, and latitude much more sensitively than whole-sign houses do.
Vimshopak Balaविंशोपक बल
A strength score (out of a maximum 20 points) that measures how consistently well-placed a planet is across multiple divisional charts (Vargas) at once, rather than judging it from any single chart alone.
A planet scoring high on Vimshopak Bala is considered reliably strong across the board — good in the main chart AND in the relevant Vargas — while a planet that looks strong in D1 but weak across most Vargas would score lower here, flagging that its apparent strength may not be as dependable.
A weighted average of the planet's dignity across a standard set of divisional charts, with each Varga contributing a different weight to the total (out of 20).
Ishta / Kashta Phalaइष्ट कष्ट फल
A pair of numbers per planet showing how much "beneficial fruit" (Ishta Phala) versus "harmful fruit" (Kashta Phala) that planet is likely to deliver — derived from combining a planet's directional/positional strengths with its motional/temporal strengths in specific proportions.
Shown as a dual-fill bar (proportion of Ishta vs Kashta) with a plain "Quality" label — a quick way to see whether a planet, even if classically "strong" by dignity, is more likely to deliver pleasant or difficult results in practice.
Derived from a specific classical combination of a planet's Uchcha Bala (exaltation-distance strength) and Chesta Bala (motional strength) — the exact formula differs somewhat by classical source.
Bhava Bala (House Strength)भाव बल
A strength score for each of the 12 houses themselves (not for individual planets) — combining the strength of the house's own lord, the planets occupying it, and aspects it receives, into one number per house.
A high Bhava Bala score for, say, the 10th house (career) suggests that house's matters are well-supported overall in this chart, independent of any one planet's individual strength.
Combines the house lord's own Shadbala-style strength, the strength of any planets placed in the house, and aspectual contributions, into a single per-house total.
Panchadha Maitri (Five-fold Relationship)पंचधा मैत्री
A refined, five-level friendship scale between planets — going beyond a simple "friend or enemy" classification (see Graha Maitri in the Partner Signs glossary for the simpler version) to combine each pair's permanent (Naisargika) friendship with their current, chart-specific (Tatkalika) friendship, producing 5 possible combined relationship grades from "great friend" to "great enemy."
Shown as a 12×12 color-coded matrix — useful for seeing at a glance which planet pairs in your chart are working together well versus creating friction, factoring in not just their permanent nature but where they actually sit relative to each other in this specific chart.
Naisargika (permanent) friendship is a fixed classical table between the 7 planets; Tatkalika (temporary) friendship is computed from each pair's actual house-distance from each other in this specific chart; the two are combined into 5 final grades.
Bhrigu Binduभृगु बिंदु
A calculated sensitive point (not a planet) said to represent the soul's karmic midpoint — the exact midpoint between the Moon and Rahu's positions — used in some traditions as an additional lens for understanding key life themes and turning points.
This app shows which sign, degree, and Nakshatra the Bhrigu Bindu falls in — a specialized, secondary point rather than a primary chart-reading factor most beginners need to focus on first.
The exact midpoint (average longitude) between the Moon's and Rahu's current sidereal positions.
Aspects (Drishti)दृष्टि
The classical Vedic concept that a planet's influence extends beyond its own house to certain other houses it "looks at" (aspects) — every planet aspects the 7th house from itself, and Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn each carry additional special aspects beyond that.
A house can be significantly influenced (for better or worse) by a planet aspecting it, even if no planet actually sits in that house — this app shows each planet's aspects as "House {from} → House {aspected}", so you can check which houses in your chart are being watched by which planets.
Every planet aspects the 7th house counted from its own position. Mars additionally aspects the 4th and 8th; Jupiter additionally aspects the 5th and 9th; Saturn additionally aspects the 3rd and 10th — all counted forward from the planet's own house.
Doshas & Yogasदोष योग
Classical Yogasयोग
Special planetary combinations (distinct from the daily Panchang "Yoga" limb) that classical texts name and describe individually — each Yoga is a specific pattern of planets by house/sign placement said to produce a particular life theme when present, e.g. wealth, fame, or spiritual inclination.
This app checks your chart against a set of well-known classical Yogas and lists which ones (if any) are actually present, along with the planets involved and a short description of the Yoga's traditional significance — not every chart has a notable Yoga present.
Each Yoga has its own specific classical rule (e.g. Gajakesari Yoga requires Jupiter to be in a kendra — 1st/4th/7th/10th house — from the Moon) checked independently against your chart.
Manglik Dosha (Kuja Dosha)मंगल दोष
One of the most well-known doshas — occurs when Mars occupies one of six specific houses (1st, 2nd, 4th, 7th, 8th, or 12th) counted from the Lagna, Moon, or Venus, and is traditionally associated with friction, delay, or conflict in marriage if not properly accounted for.
This app checks all three reference points (Lagna, Moon, Venus) independently and reports a "confirmation count" out of 3 — the more of the three that confirm Manglik, the stronger the classical concern is considered. It then separately checks for cancellation rules (see below) which can substantially reduce or fully cancel the dosha's severity even when Mars sits in one of these six houses.
Checked independently from three reference points — houses 1/2/4/7/8/12 counted from the Lagna, from the Moon's sign, and from Venus's sign — with severity escalating based on how many of the three confirm it.
Manglik Cancellation (Dosha Bhanga)दोष भंग
A set of classical exception rules that can significantly reduce or fully cancel Manglik Dosha even when Mars technically sits in one of the six affecting houses — the presence of Manglik alone, without checking for these exceptions, can overstate the concern.
This app checks for several cancellation rules and shows exactly which ones apply to your chart, if any: Mars sitting in its own sign (Mesha or Vrischika) or exalted (Makara) reduces the dosha significantly; Jupiter aspecting Mars gives a partial cancellation; Venus or Jupiter conjunct Mars each reduce it; the Moon conjunct Mars (a separate combination called Chandra-Mangala Yoga) is said to channel the aggression into ambition rather than friction; and several house-specific sign combinations (e.g. Mars in the Lagna in a fire sign, or in the 7th house in Makara/Karka) cancel the dosha outright. Conversely, Saturn, Rahu, or Ketu aspecting Mars are aggravating factors that add pressure rather than cancelling anything.
Each cancellation rule is its own specific classical condition (sign, house, and aspect combination) checked independently against the chart — the "effective severity" shown combines the base Manglik confirmation with however many cancellation rules actually apply.
Kaal Sarp Doshaकाल सर्प दोष
Occurs when all 7 classical planets (Sun through Saturn, excluding the lunar nodes themselves) fall on one side of the Rahu-Ketu axis — considered to create a specific kind of karmic pressure or obstacle pattern running through the whole life, with 12 different named variants depending on exactly which house Rahu occupies.
This app also flags a "Partial" Kaal Sarp condition when most (but not quite all) planets fall on one side — traditionally considered a milder version of the full dosha. It also separately flags a "cancelled" case: if all planets are hemmed but a planet sits conjunct with Rahu or Ketu itself, this is considered to break the pattern. Severity and the specific named type are both shown when detected.
Checks whether all 7 classical planets fall within the arc between Rahu and Ketu (hemmed on one side); which specific house (1-12) Rahu occupies determines the named variant — Anant, Kulik, Vasuki, Shankhpal, Padma, Mahapadma, Takshak, Karkotak, Shankhachur, Ghatak, Vishdhar, and Sheshnag, one name per possible Rahu house position.
Pitru Doshaपितृ दोष
A dosha traditionally linked to unresolved ancestral/paternal karma — indicated by specific afflictions to the Sun (which classically represents the father and ancestral line) or the 9th house, often by association with Rahu, Ketu, or Saturn.
This app lists the specific "indicators" it found contributing to a Pitru Dosha flag, rather than just a yes/no — letting you see exactly which chart factors (e.g. Sun conjunct/aspected by Rahu, afflicted 9th house) are driving the assessment.
Checks a set of classical Sun/9th-house affliction indicators (conjunctions and aspects involving Rahu, Ketu, or Saturn) and reports however many are found, contributing to an overall severity rating.
Sade Satiसाढ़े साती
A well-known ~7.5-year transit period (the name literally means "seven and a half") when Saturn transits through the sign before your birth Moon sign, your birth Moon sign itself, and the sign after it — one of the most talked-about transit patterns in popular Vedic astrology, occurring roughly 2-3 times in a typical lifetime.
Sade Sati is popularly associated with a period of hardship, but classical treatment is more nuanced — its actual effect depends heavily on Saturn's own strength and placement in your specific chart, not a blanket "bad period" for everyone. This app shows whether it's currently active and which of its three phases (rising, peak, or setting) you're in.
Tracks Saturn's current sidereal transit position relative to your birth Moon's sign — "rising" phase is Saturn in the sign before your Moon sign, "peak" phase is Saturn transiting your Moon sign itself, "setting" phase is Saturn in the sign after.
Annual Chart Systemsवर्षफल
Varshphal (Solar Return)वर्षफल
An annual chart cast for the exact moment the Sun returns to the identical sidereal degree it occupied at your birth — this happens once per year, close to (but not always exactly on) your birthday, and is read as a fresh, year-specific chart layered on top of your main birth chart.
This app shows the exact solar-return date/weekday, a fresh Lagna and set of planet positions for that specific moment (separate from your birth chart's), the Muntha and Year Lord (see below), and any Tajika Yogas active for the year — together these give a year-specific forecast layer that changes annually, unlike your unchanging birth chart.
Found by searching forward/backward in time for the exact moment the Sun's sidereal longitude exactly matches its longitude at birth — a fresh chart (Lagna, planets, houses) is then cast for that precise instant using your same birth location.
Munthaमुंथा
A calculated sensitive point specific to Varshphal (not a planet) that progresses forward exactly one zodiac sign per year of your life, starting from your birth Lagna — it indicates which area of life (house) is the main focus or theme for that particular year.
Whichever house the Muntha falls in for a given year is traditionally read as where that year's events and energy will concentrate — e.g. Muntha in the 10th house year suggests a career-focused year.
Starting from your birth Lagna sign, add one sign per completed year of age — e.g. at age 25, the Muntha sign is 25 signs forward from your birth Lagna (wrapping around the 12-sign zodiac as needed).
Year Lord (Varsheshwar)वर्षेश्वर
The planet ruling the weekday on which your Varshphal (solar return) moment falls — considered to color the entire year with that planet's themes, similar to how a birth weekday's ruling planet colors a Panchang day (see Vara in the Panchang glossary).
A strong, well-placed Year Lord in the Varshphal chart is traditionally read as a generally favorable sign for the year overall, while a weak or afflicted one suggests a more challenging year.
Simply the classical ruling planet of whichever weekday the exact Varshphal moment falls on (e.g. a Varshphal moment on a Thursday makes Jupiter the Year Lord).
Tajika Yogasताजिक योग
A set of specialized planetary combinations that only apply within the annual Varshphal chart — a separate rule-system (called the Tajika school) from the classical Yogas checked in the main birth chart. Three key ones: Ithasala (an "applying" aspect between a faster and slower planet, considered positive — the connection is forming), Israf (a "separating" aspect, considered negative — an opportunity being lost), and Kamboola (specifically when the Moon applies toward the Year Lord or Lagna lord, considered a particularly strong positive combination).
These Yogas are specifically about TIMING within the year — an Ithasala forming between two planets suggests the matters they govern are actively coming together during that period of the year, while Israf suggests a missed window.
Computed from the relative speeds and angular separation of planet pairs in the Varshphal chart — Ithasala/Israf specifically look at whether two planets' angular distance is closing (applying) or widening (separating) as they naturally move.
Tithi Pravesh (Lunar Return)तिथि प्रवेश
A second annual-chart system, complementary to Varshphal — instead of tracking when the Sun returns to its birth position (a solar return), Tithi Pravesh tracks when the Sun-Moon angular relationship returns to exactly the same Tithi you were born on, giving a Moon-based annual forecast alongside the Sun-based Varshphal.
This app shows your birth Tithi, the exact date/weekday the Tithi Pravesh moment occurs this year, a fresh Lagna cast for that moment, and its own Year Lord — used by some astrologers (notably the K.N. Rao school) as a cross-check alongside Varshphal rather than a replacement for it.
Found by searching forward in time near your birthday for the exact moment the Sun-Moon angular distance (which defines Tithi) matches your birth Tithi's angle exactly — a fresh chart is then cast for that instant.
Sudarshan Chakraसुदर्शन चक्र
A holistic timing technique that looks at your chart through three simultaneous "layers" — one centered on your Lagna, one on your Moon, and one on your Sun — each with its own set of 12 houses. A given year of life activates the same house number in all three layers at once, and events are said to manifest most strongly when all three layers agree.
Rather than reading your chart from a single reference point, Sudarshan Chakra cross-validates by checking whether the Lagna, Moon, and Sun layers all point to a similar theme for a given year — three layers agreeing on, say, career (10th house) is considered stronger confirmation than reading the Lagna layer alone.
Each year of age (year N) activates house N (wrapping every 12 years) in each of the three layers simultaneously — the planets occupying that house number, counted from Lagna, Moon, and Sun respectively, are examined together.
Remedies (Gemstone, Mantra, Daan)उपाय
Traditional Vedic prescriptions — gemstones, mantras, and charitable donations — associated with each of the 9 planets, suggested for planets identified as weak or afflicted in your chart (via low Shadbala, combustion, unfavorable retrograde status, or an active difficult Dasha).
Each planet's remedy set includes a specific gemstone (with recommended metal, finger, weight, and day to wear it), a mantra (with a suggested repetition count and day), and specific items to donate — drawn from classical sources including Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra, Lal Kitab, and Jataka Parijata.
A planet is flagged as needing remedy based on a combination of low Shadbala score, combustion, unfavorable retrograde motion, or being the lord of a current difficult Dasha period — the specific gemstone/mantra/donation set is then looked up from a fixed classical per-planet table.
Kundli Matching (Guna Milan)गुण मिलान
Guna Milan (Ashtakoot)गुण मिलान
The classical 36-point compatibility system used to assess a proposed marriage match — "Ashtakoot" means "eight groups," referring to the 8 separate factors compared between the couple's birth Nakshatra and Rashi, each worth a different maximum number of points that all add up to 36.
The total score out of 36 maps to an overall verdict: 28+ is "Excellent — highly recommended," 24+ is "Very Good," 18+ is "Acceptable — can proceed with remedies," 12+ is "Below Average — significant challenges," and below 12 is "Poor — not recommended." This app shows the total, the verdict, and a full breakdown of all 8 individual factors so you can see exactly which ones are pulling the score down, not just the final number.
Each of the 8 Koota (factor) scores is computed independently by comparing the groom's and bride's Nakshatra/Rashi against fixed classical tables, then all 8 scores are summed into the final total out of 36.
Varna Kootaवर्ण
The first and smallest-weighted Ashtakoot factor (maximum 1 point) — compares the "spiritual class" (Varna) each partner's Moon sign belongs to: Brahmin, Kshatriya, Vaishya, or Shudra, said to reflect ego and spiritual compatibility.
Because it's worth only 1 of the 36 total points, Varna rarely makes or breaks an overall match on its own — it's one of the lighter-weighted factors compared to Nadi (8) or Bhakoot (7).
Each of the 12 zodiac signs is classically assigned one of the 4 Varnas; the groom's and bride's Varnas are compared using a fixed compatibility rule (generally, the bride's Varna should be equal to or "lower" in the classical hierarchy than the groom's for a full point).
Vashya Kootaवश्य
An Ashtakoot factor worth a maximum 2 points — groups all 12 zodiac signs into 5 categories (Chatushpada/quadruped, Manava/human, Jalachara/aquatic, Vanachara/wild, Keeta/insect) and checks how much natural mutual attraction and control exists between the couple's groups.
Classically read as a measure of who tends to have the upper hand or natural influence in the relationship, and whether that dynamic is a comfortable, complementary one between the two groups involved.
Each sign is classically assigned to one of 5 Vashya groups; a fixed compatibility table scores how well the groom's and bride's groups combine, out of 2 points.
Tara Kootaतारा
An Ashtakoot factor worth a maximum 3 points — the same Nakshatra-counting concept as Tara Bala (see the Personal Muhurat glossary) applied to marriage compatibility: counts the distance between the couple's birth Nakshatras and checks whether that count falls in a favorable or unfavorable category for destiny and health.
Used specifically to gauge the couple's shared destiny and general well-being/health prospects together, distinct from the Nadi factor's narrower focus on genetic/physical health compatibility.
Counted both ways (groom-to-bride Nakshatra distance and bride-to-groom), each reduced modulo 9 into the same 9 Tara categories used in Tara Bala — scored out of 3 points based on how favorable both directions come out.
Yoni Kootaयोनि
An Ashtakoot factor worth a maximum 4 points — assigns each of the 27 Nakshatras a symbolic animal (14 animals total: Horse, Elephant, Sheep, Serpent, Dog, Cat, Rat, Cow, Buffalo, Tiger, Deer, Monkey, Mongoose, Lion) and checks how compatible the couple's animal pairing is, classically read as an indicator of physical/sexual compatibility.
Certain animal pairs are classically considered natural enemies (e.g. cat and rat, or dog and deer) and would score poorly here even if other factors are strong — this is one of the more concrete, easy-to-visualize Ashtakoot factors.
Each birth Nakshatra maps to one of 14 Yoni animals via a fixed classical table; the groom's and bride's animals are compared against a friendship/enmity grid between all animal pairs, scored out of 4.
Gana Kootaगण
An Ashtakoot factor worth a maximum 6 points — classifies each birth Nakshatra into one of 3 temperament groups (Deva/godly-natured, Manushya/human-natured, Rakshasa/demon-natured) and checks how compatible the couple's temperaments are likely to be.
A Deva-Rakshasa pairing is traditionally considered the most challenging combination (flagged in this app's doshas list as "Gana Dosh — temperament clash"), while same-Gana or Deva-Manushya/Manushya-Rakshasa pairings score better — this app also shows a "partial clash" grade for intermediate cases rather than only a full pass/fail.
Each birth Nakshatra maps to one of the 3 Ganas via a fixed classical table; the groom's and bride's Ganas are compared against a compatibility grid, scored out of 6.
Nadi Kootaनाड़ी
The single highest-weighted Ashtakoot factor (maximum 8 of the 36 total points) — classifies each birth Nakshatra into one of 3 Nadi (body-constitution/dosha) types from Ayurveda: Aadi (Vata), Madhya (Pitta), or Antya (Kapha). Same-Nadi pairings are classically considered a serious concern for the couple's health and future children's genetic wellbeing.
Because Nadi is worth 8 of the 36 total points, a "Nadi Dosh" (both partners sharing the same Nadi) can substantially drag down the overall score even when every other factor is favorable — but this app also checks for classical "Nadi Bhanga" (cancellation) exceptions that can partially or fully offset the concern, so a same-Nadi pairing isn't automatically disqualifying on its own.
Each birth Nakshatra maps to one of 3 Nadis via a fixed classical table; different Nadis score the full 8 points, matching Nadis score 0 unless a cancellation rule applies.
Nadi Bhanga (Nadi Cancellation)नाड़ी भंग
A set of three classical exception rules that can cancel a same-Nadi "Nadi Dosh" (see Nadi Koota above) even though the couple technically shares the same Nadi type — recognizing that the Nadi classification alone doesn't capture every relevant nuance.
This app checks and labels which specific rule applies, if any: same Rashi but different Nakshatra, same Nakshatra but different Rashi/Pada, or — flagged explicitly as a modern, non-classical (not from Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra) convention — when the couple's Rashi lords are mutual friends. Being upfront that this third rule is a modern addition, not ancient scripture, matters for anyone weighing how much to rely on it.
Checked as three independent rules against the couple's Rashi and Nakshatra positions; if any one applies, the Nadi factor's score is adjusted upward from the base same-Nadi zero.
Bhakoot Bhanga (Bhakoot Cancellation)भकूट भंग
A classical exception rule that can cancel a poor Bhakoot score (see the Partner Signs glossary's Bhakoot entry for the base factor) — specifically, when the two Moon signs' respective lords are themselves mutual friends, the otherwise-concerning 6/8 or 2/12 sign relationship is considered substantially softened.
This is why a 6/8 or 2/12 Bhakoot relationship isn't automatically treated as a dealbreaker — this app checks specifically whether the sign lords are friends before finalizing the Bhakoot score and the overall doshas list.
Checks whether the classical planetary friendship table (see Graha Maitri) rates the two Moon sign lords as friends with each other — if so, the Bhakoot Dosh flag is not raised even though the raw sign-distance would otherwise trigger it.
Manglik Comparison
A separate check from the 36-point Ashtakoot score — compares whether one or both partners have Manglik Dosha (see the Kundli glossary for the full concept and cancellation rules), since a mismatch here (one Manglik, one not) is traditionally considered its own distinct concern, separate from the Guna Milan total.
On this app, the Manglik tab requires full birth time and place for both partners (it's unavailable in Quick Match mode, which only has Rashi/Nakshatra index inputs) — one traditional remedy specifically listed is matching with another Manglik partner, since both partners sharing the affliction is considered a form of mutual cancellation.
Each partner's Manglik status (and its cancellation rules) is computed exactly as described in the Kundli glossary's Manglik entries, then the two results are compared and shown side by side.
Deep Compatibility (Factors Tab)
A more advanced compatibility analysis beyond the classical 36-point Ashtakoot system — combines four separate 10-point sections (Moon Harmony, 7th House & Venus, Navamsha, and Dasha Compatibility) into one composite score out of 40, giving a chart-level (not just Nakshatra/Rashi-table) view of compatibility.
The composite verdict thresholds are: 75%+ "Excellent deep compatibility," 60%+ "Good compatibility," 45%+ "Moderate compatibility," 30%+ "Below average," under 30% "Challenging." Each of the 4 sections lists its own specific "findings" (bullet-point reasons), so you can see exactly which chart factors are driving each section's score, not just a final percentage.
Each of the 4 sections computes its own 10-point sub-score from distinct chart factors (see the individual section entries below), and the composite percentage is the sum of all 4 divided by the maximum possible 40.
Moon Harmony (Deep Compatibility)
The first of the 4 Deep Compatibility sections (max 10 points) — examines emotional and mental harmony between the couple by combining their Moon sign lords' friendship, their mutual Tara Bala count, each Moon's own classical dignity, and the house-distance relationship between their two Moon signs.
This goes deeper than the basic Ashtakoot factors by directly checking each partner's Moon dignity (an exalted or own-sign Moon adds more confidence to the reading than a debilitated one would) rather than just comparing sign categories.
Combines: Moon-sign-lord Graha Maitri (scaled to a portion of the 10 points), mutual Tara Bala between the two Moons, each Moon's dignity rating, and whether the two Moon signs fall in a favorable (1/5/7/9), neutral (4/10), or challenging (6/8) house-distance axis from each other.
7th House & Venus (Deep Compatibility)
The second Deep Compatibility section (max 10 points) — examines each partner's 7th house (marriage house) and Venus (the significator of love and relationships) independently: the 7th lord's dignity, Venus's dignity and house placement, whether either partner's 7th-house lord connects to the other's Lagna or Moon lord, and whether the 7th house carries benefic support or malefic affliction.
A "cross-lord connection" (where one partner's 7th lord relates to the other's key chart points) is treated as a meaningfully positive sign — a concrete chart-level link between the two people's charts, not just a comparison of separate categories.
Sums points for: 7th lord dignity, Venus dignity plus a bonus if Venus sits in a kendra (1/4/7/10) or trikona (1/5/9) house, cross-lord connections between partners, and a penalty if malefics (Mars/Saturn/Rahu/Ketu) afflict the 7th house versus a bonus if benefics (Jupiter/Venus) support it.
Dasha Compatibility (Deep Compatibility)
The fourth Deep Compatibility section (max 10 points) — unlike the other 3 sections which look at fixed birth-chart factors, this one looks at TIMING: which Dasha period each partner is currently running, and whether the currently-active planetary periods are themselves supportive of marriage.
Venus, Jupiter, Moon, and Mercury Mahadashas are treated as marriage-supportive; the Sun's is neutral; Mars, Saturn, Rahu, and Ketu are treated as more challenging for this specific purpose — this section also flags if a partner is close to transitioning out of their current Dasha, since that shift itself can matter for timing.
Scores each partner's current Mahadasha lord against the marriage-supportive/neutral/challenging classification above, factors in the Antardasha quality and whether the two partners' current Dasha lords are themselves friendly with each other, and shows both partners' exact current Mahadasha-Antardasha combination for reference.
Rashifal (Horoscope)राशिफल
Daily Transits (Gochar)गोचर
Rashifal (horoscope) predictions in this app are built from real planetary transits relative to your Moon sign — not a generic template repeated for everyone under the same sign.
Each transiting planet is shown with which house of your chart it currently occupies (counted from your Moon sign) and whether it's currently benefic or malefic for you specifically — the same planet transiting the same sign can be helpful for one Moon sign and challenging for another, because the house it falls in differs.
Uses your Moon Rashi as the reference point (Chandra Lagna) rather than your Sun sign or birth Ascendant — the traditional Vedic approach to daily/weekly/monthly predictions.
Benefic / Malefic
A quick classification of whether a transiting planet is currently helping ("benefic") or hindering ("malefic") a given house/area of your life, based on classical rules about how each planet behaves from your Moon sign.
The Rashifal summary counts how many currently-transiting planets are benefic versus malefic for you, and lists which "areas of life" (highlighted areas) are most affected right now.
Counted from your Moon sign using the classical Gochara Phala benefic-house table — Sun: 3,6,10,11; Moon: 1,3,6,7,10,11; Mars: 3,6,11; Mercury: 2,4,6,8,10,11; Jupiter: 2,5,7,9,11; Venus: 1,2,3,4,5,8,9,11,12; Saturn: 3,6,11; Rahu: 3,6,10,11; Ketu: 3,6,11.
Vedha (Transit Obstruction)वेध
A classical rule where one planet's transit through a particular house can be "obstructed" (cancelled or weakened) by another planet simultaneously transiting a specific counter-position.
When Vedha is active, a transit that would otherwise be reported as favorable can have its effect substantially reduced — this app's data model tracks whether Vedha is active for a given transit, though it is not currently shown directly on the Rashifal page.
Each of the seven classical planets has a specific obstructing house-pair — Rahu and Ketu have none, so their transits are never obstructed. Vedha is only checked for a transit already judged benefic. Sun-Saturn and Moon-Mercury are exempt from obstructing each other (Vipreet Vedha). When Vedha is active, the benefic result is cancelled and the transit counts as malefic.
Transit House Effect
Every transiting planet is read through which house (counted from your Moon sign) it currently occupies — the SAME planet transiting the SAME zodiac sign produces a different practical effect for people with different Moon signs, purely because it lands in a different house for each of them.
For example, Jupiter transiting your 5th house (children, education, romance) reads very differently from Jupiter transiting your 6th house (health, debt, conflict) — this app's "effect" text for each transit is written specifically for the house it currently falls in for you, not a generic sign-only description.
House number = (transiting planet's Rashi index − your Moon's Rashi index, wrapped into 1-12) + 1 — a simple counting rule, but one that requires knowing your exact Moon sign, which is why Rashifal here is personalized rather than generic per zodiac sign.
Numerologyअंक ज्योतिष
Mulank (Life Path / Root Number)मूलांक
Your core personality number, derived by reducing your birth date (day of month) to a single digit — considered the most immediate, surface-level numerological trait.
Each Mulank (1–9) is associated with a ruling planet and a set of personality traits — this app shows your ruling planet directly alongside the number.
Add the digits of your birth day (e.g. born on the 28th → 2+8=10 → 1+0=1) until a single digit (1–9) remains.
Bhagyank (Destiny / Life Number)भाग्यांक
Your destiny number, derived from your entire birth date (day, month, and year all reduced together) — considered to represent your broader life path and long-term destiny, as opposed to Mulank's more immediate personality reading.
Traditionally considered a slower-acting, more foundational number than Mulank — some numerology traditions weight Bhagyank more heavily for career and long-term life-direction questions.
Add every digit of the full birth date (DD + MM + YYYY, all digits) until a single digit remains.
Name Number (Chaldean)
A number derived from the letters of your name using the Chaldean numerology system, in which each letter of the alphabet is assigned a specific number (not the same simple A=1, B=2 sequence used in some other numerology systems).
Since this is derived from spelling, not birth data, it's the one numerology number in this app that changes if you use a different form of your name (nickname, married name, etc.) — traditionally used to evaluate whether a specific spelling of a name is favorable for the person.
Each letter maps to a number 1–8 (Chaldean system skips 9, considered a sacred/complete number) based on a fixed classical letter-to-number table, summed and reduced to a single digit.
Lucky Numbers, Colors, Days & Compatibility
A set of practical, everyday recommendations (favorable numbers, colors, weekdays, and which other Mulank numbers you're most compatible with) derived from your Mulank's ruling planet.
These are commonly used for everyday decisions — choosing a favorable day for something important, picking a lucky color for an outfit or object, or checking compatibility with someone else's Mulank number for partnerships/friendships.
Looked up from a fixed table keyed to each Mulank's ruling planet (e.g. Mulank 1 is ruled by the Sun, associated with gold/orange tones and Sunday).
Lucky Numbers
A set of numbers considered harmonious with your Mulank's ruling planet — used for everyday choices like preferring a house/apartment number, a vehicle registration digit, or a phone number ending, where numerology-conscious people look for alignment.
These are typically numbers that share your Mulank's ruling-planet association, or are otherwise classically linked to it — not random picks.
Looked up from a fixed table keyed to your Mulank's ruling planet.
Lucky Colors
Colors traditionally associated with your Mulank's ruling planet — used for choosing clothing, décor, or accessories on days or occasions where you want to lean into your number's favorable qualities.
Same underlying logic as a planet's associated color in the Muhurta/Panchang remedies system — e.g. a Sun-ruled Mulank favors reds/oranges, a Moon-ruled one favors whites/silvers.
Looked up from the same fixed Mulank-to-planet table as Lucky Numbers.
Lucky Days
Weekdays considered favorable for you based on your Mulank's ruling planet — since each weekday is itself ruled by a planet (see Vara in the Panchang glossary), your lucky days are the ones ruled by your Mulank's planet or its classical friends.
Often used to choose which day of the week to start something important, matching the same "which weekday suits which activity" logic used elsewhere in this app's Panchang/Muhurat tools.
Derived from the same Mulank-to-planet table, cross-referenced against each weekday's classical ruling planet.
Compatibility Numbers
Other Mulank numbers (1-9) that are classically considered to pair well with yours — based on the same planetary-friendship logic used throughout Vedic astrology (see Graha Maitri), applied to the planets ruling each Mulank rather than to birth-chart planets directly.
Often consulted informally for business partnerships or friendships, separate from (and much simpler than) the full birth-chart-based Kundli Matching system on this app's /matching page.
Based on the classical friendship/enmity relationship between the ruling planets of each pair of Mulank numbers.
Baby Namingनामकरण
Namakarana Syllableनामकरण
Traditional Vedic naming (Namakarana) assigns a specific starting syllable to a child's name based on which Nakshatra and Pada (quarter) the Moon was in at birth — each of the 27 Nakshatras' 4 Padas has its own designated syllable.
This gives you a starting point (a specific syllable to begin the name with), not a complete name — the "Suggested Names" list then offers real names that begin with that syllable.
A fixed classical lookup table maps each of the 108 Nakshatra-Pada combinations (27 Nakshatras × 4 Padas) to its own syllable.
Muhurat Searchमुहूर्त
Muhurat Score
A single composite number ranking how auspicious a given date is within your search window, combining multiple classical factors (Tithi, Nakshatra, weekday, Choghadiya, and more) into one comparable score.
Higher-scoring dates are ranked first. Each result also lists the specific "Favourable" and "Cautions" reasons that contributed to its score, so you can see exactly why one date outranks another, not just trust the number blindly.
A weighted combination of multiple classical factors for that date — the exact weighting is internal to the scoring engine, but the "good"/"bad" reason lists shown alongside each result make the actual contributing factors transparent.
Favourable / Caution Factors
Each date in a Muhurat search result is expandable to show exactly which specific classical factors pushed its score up ("Favourable," e.g. a good Tithi or a benefic Choghadiya slot present that day) versus down ("Cautions," e.g. an inauspicious Tithi or weekday combination) — the transparent reasoning behind the single score number.
Reading the specific factors (not just the score) matters especially when two dates score similarly but for different reasons — one date might score well due to Tithi but have a caution about Nakshatra, while another is the reverse; which factor matters more can depend on the specific event you're planning.
Each factor is one specific classical rule check (Tithi favorability, weekday suitability, Nakshatra suitability, Choghadiya presence, and others) contributing its own weight to the total Muhurat Score.
Marriage Timingविवाह साहम्
Vivaha Saham (Marriage Point)विवाह साहम्
A calculated sensitive point (not a planet) in the birth chart specifically used for judging marriage timing — one of several classical "Saham" (Arabic-parts-like) points, each computed from a specific formula involving other chart positions.
The Rashi (sign) this point falls in, combined with which planets transit or form Dasha periods related to it, is used to help identify favorable years for marriage.
A classical formula combining the longitudes of the Sun, Moon, and Ascendant (the exact formula differs slightly by classical source, and varies by whether it's a day or night birth).
7th House Lord
The planet ruling the 7th house of your birth chart — classically the house of marriage, partnership, and spouse — whose own Dasha periods and transits are especially significant for marriage timing.
A Dasha or Antardasha period ruled by your 7th lord (or a transit connecting to it) is traditionally considered one of the strongest indicators of a likely marriage window.
Determined by which zodiac sign falls in the 7th house from your Ascendant (whole-sign house system) and that sign's classical ruling planet.
Marriage-linked Dasha
A yearly prediction is flagged as "marriage-linked" when the Mahadasha and Antardasha running that year are ruled by planets classically associated with marriage — most directly, your 7th house lord or a planet connected to the Vivaha Saham point.
Years flagged this way are generally considered to carry a stronger chance of marriage actually occurring than years where the running Dasha has no direct connection to the 7th house or Vivaha Saham.
Checks whether the year's Mahadasha or Antardasha lord matches the 7th house lord, or has a classical connection (conjunction, aspect, or friendship) to the Vivaha Saham's position.
Partner Sign Compatibilityसाथी राशि
Graha Maitri (Planetary Friendship)ग्रह मैत्री
One of the 8 Ashtakoot compatibility factors — checks whether the rulers of each partner's Moon sign are classically "friends," "neutral," or "enemies" with each other, out of a maximum 5 points.
Used both in full Kundli matching (see the Matching page glossary entries) and, on the Partner Signs page, as one factor ranking which Moon signs are most naturally compatible with yours.
Based on a fixed classical friendship table between the 7 classical planetary rulers of the 12 zodiac signs.
Bhakoot (Sign Compatibility)भकूट
One of the 8 Ashtakoot factors — checks the counting distance between two Moon signs (e.g. 6th/8th or 2nd/12th positions from each other are traditionally considered problematic), worth a maximum 7 points, the second-highest weight of all 8 factors.
A poor Bhakoot match (especially a 6/8 or 2/12 relationship) is traditionally considered one of the more serious compatibility concerns, sometimes weighted heavily enough to affect an overall recommendation even when other factors score well.
Counted as the number of signs between the two Moon Rashis in each direction; certain distances (2/12 and 6/8 from each other) score zero, others score the full 7.
Compatibility Ranking (All Signs)
A full ranked list of all 12 zodiac signs by overall compatibility with your Moon sign, combining Graha Maitri and Bhakoot (see the Matching glossary for both) with two additional per-sign factors: an "Element" score and an "Axis" label describing the house-distance relationship between your sign and the one being ranked.
Unlike Kundli Matching (which needs a specific person's full birth details), this ranking only needs your own Moon sign and gives a general "which signs tend to suit me" overview — useful for a first-pass sense of compatibility before a specific person's full chart is available.
Combines Graha Maitri, Bhakoot, an elemental (fire/earth/air/water triplicity) compatibility score, and a house-distance axis label into one ranked total per sign.
Personal Muhuratव्यक्तिगत मुहूर्त
Tara Bala (Nakshatra Strength Count)तारा बल
A personalized favorability check that counts the distance (in Nakshatras) from your own birth Nakshatra to the Nakshatra active on a candidate date — the count falls into one of 9 categories ("Taras"), each classically labeled favorable or unfavorable.
This is what makes a Personal Muhurat search different from the general Muhurat Search page — the same calendar date can be favorable for one person and unfavorable for another, purely because their birth Nakshatras differ and thus land in a different Tara category.
Count from birth Nakshatra to the target date's Nakshatra (inclusive), then take that count modulo 9 — each of the 9 resulting positions has a classical name (e.g. Janma, Sampat, Vipat, Kshema, Pratyak, Sadhaka, Naidhana, Mitra, Parama Mitra) and a favorable/unfavorable classification.
Ghatak Chakraघातक चक्र
Ghatak Weekday & Nakshatraघातक चक्र
A classical (Muhurta Chintamani) system that marks specific weekdays and Nakshatras as "Ghataka" (obstacle-causing) for a person, based purely on their birth Nakshatra — distinct from Tara Bala, which counts distance rather than a fixed lookup.
If the specific weekday or Nakshatra you're checking matches your birth Nakshatra's Ghataka combination, this is traditionally considered a day to avoid for important undertakings — this check often runs alongside Tara Bala in the Personal Muhurat search as a second, independent screen.
A fixed classical lookup table maps each birth Nakshatra to its own specific Ghataka weekday and set of Ghataka Nakshatras.
The 27 Nakshatrasनक्षत्र
Ashwiniअश्विनी
Ashwini is the first of the 27 Nakshatras (0°–13°20' Mesha), symbolized by a horse's head and ruled by the Ashwini Kumaras, the twin physician-gods of Vedic myth. Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Horse, its Gana is Deva, and its Nadi is Aadi (Vata).
Ashwini is traditionally considered favorable for starting a vehicle purchase and beginning new employment — this app's Muhurat Search lists it as a good Nakshatra for both of those activities specifically. It is not on the favorable OR unfavorable list for Griha Pravesh (housewarming), meaning it is treated as neutral for that particular activity.
Ashwini's Visha Ghati (the toxic sub-window within the Nakshatra's duration, a Panchang warning this app computes) begins at the 50th ghati (of 60) — i.e. very late in the Nakshatra's span, roughly its final 1/6.
Bharaniभरणी
Bharani is the second Nakshatra (13°20'–26°40' Mesha), symbolized by the yoni (womb) and ruled by Yama, the god of death and dharma. Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Elephant, its Gana is Manushya, and its Nadi is Madhya (Pitta).
Bharani is not on this app's favorable list for any of the four Muhurat Search activities (vehicle purchase, property purchase, new job) — it is, however, explicitly on the unfavorable list for Griha Pravesh (housewarming), so the Muhurat Search will flag it as a negative factor for that specific activity.
Bharani's Visha Ghati begins at the 24th ghati (of 60) — roughly the second quarter of the Nakshatra's span.
Krittikaकृत्तिका
Krittika is the third Nakshatra (26°40' Mesha–10° Vrishabha), symbolized by a razor or flame and ruled by Agni, the fire god. Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Sheep, its Gana is Rakshasa, and its Nadi is Antya (Kapha).
Krittika is explicitly on this app's unfavorable list for Griha Pravesh (housewarming) and is not on the favorable list for any of the other three Muhurat Search activities (vehicle purchase, property purchase, new job) — Muhurat Search will flag it as a negative factor specifically for housewarming.
Krittika's Visha Ghati begins at the 30th ghati (of 60) — roughly the midpoint of the Nakshatra's span.
Rohiniरोहिणी
Rohini is the fourth Nakshatra (10°–23°20' Vrishabha), symbolized by a chariot or ox-cart and ruled by Brahma, the creator god. Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Serpent, its Gana is Manushya, and its Nadi is Antya (Kapha).
Rohini appears on all three of this app's "good" Muhurat Search activity lists it is eligible for — vehicle purchase, property purchase, and Griha Pravesh (housewarming) — making it one of the most consistently favorable Nakshatras this app's Muhurat Search recognizes. It is not on the "new job" good list.
Rohini's Visha Ghati begins at the 40th ghati (of 60) — roughly the last third of the Nakshatra's span.
Mrigashiraमृगशिरा
Mrigashira is the fifth Nakshatra (23°20' Vrishabha–6°40' Mithuna), symbolized by a deer's head and ruled by Soma (the Moon deity). Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Serpent, its Gana is Deva, and its Nadi is Madhya (Pitta).
Mrigashira appears on all four of this app's "good" Muhurat Search activity lists — vehicle purchase, property purchase, Griha Pravesh (housewarming), and new job — one of only three Nakshatras (with Anuradha and Revati) that clear every activity this app currently scores.
Mrigashira's Visha Ghati begins at the 14th ghati (of 60) — relatively early in the Nakshatra's span.
Ardraआर्द्रा
Ardra is the sixth Nakshatra (6°40'–20° Mithuna), symbolized by a teardrop and ruled by Rudra, the storm god. Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Dog, its Gana is Manushya, and its Nadi is Aadi (Vata).
Ardra does not appear on this app's favorable OR unfavorable list for any of the four Muhurat Search activities (vehicle purchase, property purchase, Griha Pravesh, new job) — Muhurat Search treats it as neutral across the board for these specific activities.
Ardra's Visha Ghati begins at the 11th ghati (of 60) — the earliest starting point of any Nakshatra in this app's table, meaning proportionally more of its span falls after the toxic window opens.
Punarvasuपुनर्वसु
Punarvasu is the seventh Nakshatra (20° Mithuna–3°20' Karka), symbolized by a bow and quiver and ruled by Aditi, mother of the gods. Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Cat, its Gana is Deva, and its Nadi is Aadi (Vata).
Punarvasu appears on three of this app's four Muhurat Search "good" activity lists — vehicle purchase, property purchase, and Griha Pravesh (housewarming) — but not the "new job" good list.
Punarvasu's Visha Ghati begins at the 30th ghati (of 60) — roughly the midpoint of the Nakshatra's span.
Pushyaपुष्य
Pushya is the eighth Nakshatra (3°20'–16°40' Karka), symbolized by a cow's udder or lotus and ruled by Brihaspati (Jupiter as guru). Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Sheep, its Gana is Deva, and its Nadi is Madhya (Pitta).
Pushya appears on three of this app's four Muhurat Search "good" activity lists — vehicle purchase, Griha Pravesh (housewarming), and new job — but is not on the "property purchase" good list. Classical tradition widely regards Pushya as one of the most universally auspicious Nakshatras, though this app's Muhurat Search only scores it against the four specific activities it currently covers.
Pushya's Visha Ghati begins at the 20th ghati (of 60) — roughly the first third of the Nakshatra's span.
Ashleshaआश्लेषा
Ashlesha is the ninth Nakshatra (16°40'–30° Karka), symbolized by a coiled serpent and ruled by the Nagas (serpent deities). Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Cat, its Gana is Rakshasa, and its Nadi is Antya (Kapha).
Ashlesha is explicitly on this app's unfavorable list for Griha Pravesh (housewarming) and is not on the favorable list for any of the other three Muhurat Search activities (vehicle purchase, property purchase, new job) — Muhurat Search will flag it as a negative factor specifically for housewarming.
Ashlesha's Visha Ghati begins at the 32nd ghati (of 60) — just past the midpoint of the Nakshatra's span.
Maghaमघा
Magha is the tenth Nakshatra (0°–13°20' Simha), symbolized by a royal throne and ruled by the Pitrs (ancestral spirits). Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Rat, its Gana is Rakshasa, and its Nadi is Antya (Kapha).
Magha is explicitly on this app's unfavorable list for Griha Pravesh (housewarming) and is not on the favorable list for any of the other three Muhurat Search activities (vehicle purchase, property purchase, new job) — Muhurat Search will flag it as a negative factor specifically for housewarming, despite Magha's classical association with authority and lineage described below.
Magha's Visha Ghati begins at the 30th ghati (of 60) — roughly the midpoint of the Nakshatra's span.
Purva Phalguniपूर्व फाल्गुनी
Purva Phalguni is the eleventh Nakshatra (13°20'–26°40' Simha), symbolized by the front legs of a bed or a hammock and ruled by Bhaga, the god of good fortune and marital bliss. Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Rat, its Gana is Manushya, and its Nadi is Madhya (Pitta).
Purva Phalguni is on this app's "good" Muhurat Search list only for property purchase — it is not on the favorable or unfavorable list for vehicle purchase, Griha Pravesh, or new job, so Muhurat Search treats it as neutral for those three.
Purva Phalguni's Visha Ghati begins at the 20th ghati (of 60) — roughly the first third of the Nakshatra's span.
Uttara Phalguniउत्तर फाल्गुनी
Uttara Phalguni is the twelfth Nakshatra (26°40' Simha–10° Kanya), symbolized by the back legs of a bed and ruled by Aryaman, the god of patronage and contracts. Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Cow, its Gana is Manushya, and its Nadi is Aadi (Vata).
Uttara Phalguni appears on this app's "good" Muhurat Search list for both property purchase and Griha Pravesh (housewarming) — it is not on the favorable or unfavorable list for vehicle purchase or new job.
Uttara Phalguni's Visha Ghati begins at the 18th ghati (of 60) — relatively early in the Nakshatra's span.
Hastaहस्त
Hasta is the thirteenth Nakshatra (10°–23°20' Kanya), symbolized by an open hand and ruled by Savitr, a solar deity associated with skillful action. Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Buffalo, its Gana is Deva, and its Nadi is Aadi (Vata).
Hasta appears on three of this app's four Muhurat Search "good" activity lists — vehicle purchase, Griha Pravesh (housewarming), and new job — but is not on the "property purchase" good list.
Hasta's Visha Ghati begins at the 22nd ghati (of 60) — roughly the first third of the Nakshatra's span.
Chitraचित्रा
Chitra is the fourteenth Nakshatra (23°20' Kanya–6°40' Tula), symbolized by a bright jewel or pearl and ruled by Tvashtar (Vishwakarma), the divine architect. Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Tiger, its Gana is Rakshasa, and its Nadi is Madhya (Pitta).
Chitra appears on three of this app's four Muhurat Search "good" activity lists — vehicle purchase, Griha Pravesh (housewarming), and new job — but is not on the "property purchase" good list.
Chitra's Visha Ghati begins at the 20th ghati (of 60) — roughly the first third of the Nakshatra's span.
Swatiस्वाती
Swati is the fifteenth Nakshatra (6°40'–20° Tula), symbolized by a young shoot blowing in the wind and ruled by Vayu, the wind god. Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Buffalo, its Gana is Deva, and its Nadi is Antya (Kapha).
Swati appears on this app's "good" Muhurat Search list for both vehicle purchase and Griha Pravesh (housewarming) — it is not on the favorable or unfavorable list for property purchase or new job.
Swati's Visha Ghati begins at the 14th ghati (of 60) — relatively early in the Nakshatra's span.
Vishakhaविशाखा
Vishakha is the sixteenth Nakshatra (20° Tula–3°20' Vrishchika), symbolized by a decorated archway or triumphal gate and ruled jointly by Indra and Agni. Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Tiger, its Gana is Rakshasa, and its Nadi is Antya (Kapha).
Vishakha is on this app's "good" Muhurat Search list only for property purchase — it is not on the favorable or unfavorable list for vehicle purchase, Griha Pravesh, or new job.
Vishakha's Visha Ghati begins at the 14th ghati (of 60) — relatively early in the Nakshatra's span.
Anuradhaअनुराधा
Anuradha is the seventeenth Nakshatra (3°20'–16°40' Vrishchika), symbolized by a lotus or triumphal archway and ruled by Mitra, the god of friendship and alliance. Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Deer, its Gana is Deva, and its Nadi is Madhya (Pitta).
Anuradha appears on all four of this app's "good" Muhurat Search activity lists — vehicle purchase, property purchase, Griha Pravesh (housewarming), and new job — one of only three Nakshatras (with Mrigashira and Revati) that clear every activity this app currently scores.
Anuradha's Visha Ghati begins at the 10th ghati (of 60) — the earliest starting point of any Nakshatra in this app's table alongside Shravana and Dhanishtha.
Jyeshthaज्येष्ठा
Jyeshtha is the eighteenth Nakshatra (16°40'–30° Vrishchika), symbolized by a circular amulet or umbrella and ruled by Indra, king of the gods. Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Deer, its Gana is Rakshasa, and its Nadi is Aadi (Vata).
Jyeshtha is explicitly on this app's unfavorable list for Griha Pravesh (housewarming) and is not on the favorable list for any of the other three Muhurat Search activities (vehicle purchase, property purchase, new job) — Muhurat Search will flag it as a negative factor specifically for housewarming.
Jyeshtha's Visha Ghati begins at the 14th ghati (of 60) — relatively early in the Nakshatra's span.
Mulaमूल
Mula is the nineteenth Nakshatra (0°–13°20' Dhanu), symbolized by a bunch of roots and ruled by Nirriti, the goddess of destruction and dissolution. Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Dog, its Gana is Rakshasa, and its Nadi is Aadi (Vata).
Mula is explicitly on this app's unfavorable list for Griha Pravesh (housewarming) and is not on the favorable list for any of the other three Muhurat Search activities (vehicle purchase, property purchase, new job) — Muhurat Search will flag it as a negative factor specifically for housewarming.
Mula's Visha Ghati begins at the 56th ghati (of 60) — the latest starting point of any Nakshatra in this app's table, meaning the toxic window covers only the very last sliver of its span.
Purva Ashadhaपूर्वाषाढ़ा
Purva Ashadha is the twentieth Nakshatra (13°20'–26°40' Dhanu), symbolized by a fan or winnowing basket and ruled by Apas, the water deity. Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Monkey, its Gana is Manushya, and its Nadi is Madhya (Pitta).
Purva Ashadha does not appear on this app's favorable OR unfavorable list for any of the four Muhurat Search activities (vehicle purchase, property purchase, Griha Pravesh, new job) — Muhurat Search treats it as neutral across the board for these specific activities.
Purva Ashadha's Visha Ghati begins at the 24th ghati (of 60) — roughly the second quarter of the Nakshatra's span.
Uttara Ashadhaउत्तराषाढ़ा
Uttara Ashadha is the twenty-first Nakshatra (26°40' Dhanu–10° Makara), symbolized by an elephant's tusk or a small bed and ruled by the Vishvadevas, a group of universal deities. Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Mongoose, its Gana is Manushya, and its Nadi is Antya (Kapha).
Uttara Ashadha is on this app's "good" Muhurat Search list only for property purchase — it is not on the favorable or unfavorable list for vehicle purchase, Griha Pravesh, or new job.
Uttara Ashadha's Visha Ghati begins at the 20th ghati (of 60) — roughly the first third of the Nakshatra's span.
Shravanaश्रवण
Shravana is the twenty-second Nakshatra (10°–23°20' Makara), symbolized by an ear or three footprints and ruled by Vishnu, the preserver god. Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Monkey, its Gana is Deva, and its Nadi is Antya (Kapha).
Shravana is on this app's "good" Muhurat Search list only for vehicle purchase — it is not on the favorable or unfavorable list for property purchase, Griha Pravesh, or new job.
Shravana's Visha Ghati begins at the 10th ghati (of 60) — the earliest starting point of any Nakshatra in this app's table alongside Anuradha and Dhanishtha.
Dhanishthaधनिष्ठा
Dhanishtha is the twenty-third Nakshatra (23°20' Makara–6°40' Kumbha), symbolized by a musical drum and ruled by the eight Vasus, deities of material wealth. Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Lion, its Gana is Rakshasa, and its Nadi is Madhya (Pitta).
Dhanishtha is on this app's "good" Muhurat Search list only for vehicle purchase — it is not on the favorable or unfavorable list for property purchase, Griha Pravesh, or new job. (Note: this app's backend previously had a spelling mismatch — "Dhanishtha" vs. the canonical "Dhanishta" — that silently prevented this activity match from firing; it has since been corrected.)
Dhanishtha's Visha Ghati begins at the 10th ghati (of 60) — the earliest starting point of any Nakshatra in this app's table alongside Anuradha and Shravana.
Shatabhishaशतभिषा
Shatabhisha is the twenty-fourth Nakshatra (6°40'–20° Kumbha), symbolized by an empty circle or a hundred flowers/stars and ruled by Varuna, the god of cosmic waters. Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Horse, its Gana is Rakshasa, and its Nadi is Aadi (Vata).
Shatabhisha is on this app's "good" Muhurat Search list only for vehicle purchase — it is not on the favorable or unfavorable list for property purchase, Griha Pravesh, or new job.
Shatabhisha's Visha Ghati begins at the 18th ghati (of 60) — relatively early in the Nakshatra's span.
Purva Bhadrapadaपूर्व भाद्रपद
Purva Bhadrapada is the twenty-fifth Nakshatra (20° Kumbha–3°20' Meena), symbolized by the front legs of a funeral cot or a two-faced man and ruled by Aja Ekapada, a fierce one-footed aspect of a fire/serpent deity. Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Lion, its Gana is Manushya, and its Nadi is Aadi (Vata).
Purva Bhadrapada is on this app's "good" Muhurat Search list only for property purchase — it is not on the favorable or unfavorable list for vehicle purchase, Griha Pravesh, or new job.
Purva Bhadrapada's Visha Ghati begins at the 16th ghati (of 60) — relatively early in the Nakshatra's span.
Uttara Bhadrapadaउत्तर भाद्रपद
Uttara Bhadrapada is the twenty-sixth Nakshatra (3°20'–16°40' Meena), symbolized by the back legs of a funeral cot or a twin serpent and ruled by Ahir Budhnya, a serpent-of-the-deep deity. Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Cow, its Gana is Manushya, and its Nadi is Madhya (Pitta).
Uttara Bhadrapada appears on this app's "good" Muhurat Search list for both property purchase and Griha Pravesh (housewarming) — it is not on the favorable or unfavorable list for vehicle purchase or new job.
Uttara Bhadrapada's Visha Ghati begins at the 24th ghati (of 60) — roughly the second quarter of the Nakshatra's span.
Revatiरेवती
Revati is the twenty-seventh and final Nakshatra (16°40'–30° Meena), symbolized by a fish or a pair of drums and ruled by Pushan, the nourisher-god who guides travelers safely to their destination. Its Yoni (compatibility animal) is Elephant, its Gana is Deva, and its Nadi is Antya (Kapha).
Revati appears on all four of this app's "good" Muhurat Search activity lists — vehicle purchase, property purchase, Griha Pravesh (housewarming), and new job — one of only three Nakshatras (with Mrigashira and Anuradha) that clear every activity this app currently scores, fitting for the Nakshatra classically associated with safe completion of a journey.
Revati's Visha Ghati begins at the 30th ghati (of 60) — roughly the midpoint of the Nakshatra's span, and as the final Nakshatra in the 27-cycle, its end marks the point where the sequence restarts at Ashwini.