Your today panchang details for Chennai, India on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 shows Dashami in Krishna Paksha and with Moon in Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra. Energy supports endings and transitions
Today's Panchang
- તિથિ: Krishna Paksha Dashami (ends at 2:52 PM)
- નક્ષત્ર: Purva Bhadrapada (ends at 1:17 AM)
- યોગ: Vaidhriti
- કરણ: Vishti
- સૂર્યોદય: 5:44 AM
- સૂર્યાસ્ત: 6:26 PM
What Today's Panchang Indicates
The combination of Dashami and Purva Bhadrapada nakshatra shapes today's energy. This day supports dignified and dharmic endings., carrying Rudra's transformative grace. bringing peace to conclusions. When the Moon is in Purva Bhadrapada, the day brings intensity, purification, and spiritual fire.
Favorable Activities Today
- Dignified endings
- Ancestor rituals
- Final closure in matters
- Releasing with ceremony
- Honoring what must end
- Death and dying practices (metaphorical and literal)
What to Be Mindful Of
- Avoid clinging to what must end
- Not ideal for new beginnings
- Refrain from disrespectful endings
- Avoid starting new material ventures today
Today's Tithi – Dashami (दशमी)
Deity
Yama (यम)
Nature
release • releasing
Meaning & Significance
Dashami in the dark fortnight brings Yama's energy for final release. This day helps end things with dignity and dharmic closure. Good for releasing with proper ritual and respect.
Cultural Context
Yama's energy on this day helps with peaceful transitions and proper closure.
Today's Nakshatra – Purva Bhadrapada
Deity
Aja Ekapada (One-footed goat)
Symbol
Front legs of funeral cot, Two-faced man
Quality
Fierce (Ugra)
Your Today's Energy
When the Moon is in Purva Bhadrapada, the day brings intensity, purification, and spiritual fire. This nakshatra activates deep transformation and the courage to face truth. The atmosphere feels charged with divine intensity and the necessity of letting go. People feel called to burn away illusions and step into their authentic spiritual nature.
How would the day feel for you
The day feels spiritually charged, serious, and deeply purposeful. You feel drawn to ultimate truths and willing to face what lies beneath appearances. There's acceptance of life's dualities and sacred nature of all experience. People naturally access their spiritual depth and capacity for genuine transformation.
Muhurta Perspective for you
Purva Bhadrapada is a Fierce (Ugra) nakshatra ruled by Jupiter with purifying intensity. Powerful for spiritual transformation, releasing what no longer serves, and divine acceptance. Good for intensive practices that require courage and willingness to let go completely. The fierce quality means rapid, sometimes uncomfortable, but deeply authentic transformation.
Today's Yoga and Karana
Today's Yoga is Vaidhriti, active until 11:18 PM. Yoga comes from the combined position of the Sun and Moon. There are 27 Yogas, and they affect how auspicious different time periods are.
The current Karana is Vishti, which lasts until 2:52 PM. Karana is half of a Tithi. It's important for timing business deals, travel, and daily tasks. There are 11 types of Karanas, each suitable for different activities.
Sun and Moon Timings for Chennai
In Chennai today, sunrise is at 5:44 AM and sunset is at 6:26 PM. Moonrise is at 2:36 AM and moonset is at 2:11 PM.
These timings matter because they determine all the Panchang calculations. Hindu tradition divides the day between sunrise and sunset into different Muhurtas (time periods), each good for specific activities. Brahma Muhurta, about 96 minutes before sunrise, is especially good for meditation and spiritual practice.
Zodiac Positions
The Sun is in Mesha (Rashi) and the Moon is in Kumbha. Right now we're in the Uttarayana period. The current season (Ritu) is Vasanta Ritu, which affects health practices and religious observances.
Hindu Calendar Dates
In the traditional Hindu calendar, today is:
- Vikram Samvat: Vikram Samvat 2083
- Shaka Samvat: Shaka Samvat 1948
- Purnimanta Month: 10, Jyeshtha
- Amanta Month: 25, Vaishakha
These calendar systems are still used across India to decide festival dates and auspicious occasions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the overall quality of today's panchang?
Dashami Tithi is better for specific activities. Purva Bhadrapada is a Fierce (Ugra) nakshatra ruled by Jupiter with purifying intensity. It's particularly good for dignified endings.
Is Dashami good for starting a business?
Dashami Tithi is not specifically highlighted for starting a business. It's better suited for dignified endings.
Why is Dashami important?
Dashami is the 10th day of Krishna Paksha. It's ruled by Yama. Dashami in the dark fortnight brings Yama's energy for final release.
What activities are not recommended on Dashami?
On Dashami Tithi, avoid clinging to what must end. Also, not ideal for new beginnings.
Why Location Matters for Panchang
We calculated this Panchang specifically for Chennai using your exact coordinates and timezone. This matters because sunrise and sunset times change based on where you are. A Panchang for Delhi won't give accurate timings for Mumbai or New York.
Using the wrong location can cause errors of several minutes to hours. This makes the auspicious timings wrong. Location-specific calculations ensure the timings match the actual astronomical events at your place.
How to Use This Information
Use the daily hindu panchang to time your important activities. Different times of day have different qualities according to Vedic tradition. Check the Panchang before starting new ventures, doing spiritual practices, or making big decisions.
The five elements (Tithi, Nakshatra, Yoga, Karana, and Vara) together show the nature of each day. This system has been used for thousands of years and continues to guide millions of people in their daily lives.
About this Panchang: This daily Panchang is calculated using traditional Vedic astrology methods with location-specific astronomical data. The interpretations combine classical texts with practical guidance for modern life. While we strive for accuracy, always consult a qualified astrologer for important decisions.
Last updated: May 11, 2026
