Your today's Panchang for Ujjain, India on Sunday, December 28, 2025 shows Ashtami in Shukla Paksha and with Moon in Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra. Peak time for important activities
Today's Panchang
- Tithi: Shukla Paksha Ashtami (ends at 11:59 AM)
- Nakshatra: Uttara Bhadrapada (ends at 8:43 AM)
- Yoga: Variyan
- Karana: Bava
- Sunrise: 7:06 AM
- Sunset: 5:50 PM
What Today's Panchang Indicates
Ashtami Tithi is falling on Uttara Bhadrapada nakshatra creates unique energy. This day brings powerful protective energy and victory over challenges., with Saturn's profound grounding. supporting righteous battles. When the Moon is in Uttara Bhadrapada, the day brings depth, wisdom, and spiritual stillness.
Favorable Activities Today
- Worship of Goddess Durga
- Overcoming difficult challenges
- Protection rituals
- Strength-building activities
- Justice and fairness matters
- Women's empowerment activities
What to Be Mindful Of
- Avoid negative or fearful thinking
- Not ideal for submissive approaches
- Refrain from avoiding necessary confrontations
- Avoid impulsive or hasty decisions
Today's Tithi – Ashtami (अष्टमी)
Deity
Durga (दुर्गा)
Nature
strength • peak
Meaning & Significance
Ashtami during the bright fortnight is sacred to Goddess Durga. This day brings powerful feminine energy for protection and victory. It's highly auspicious for Durga worship and overcoming enemies.
Special Observances
- Durga Ashtami (during Navaratri)
- Radha Ashtami (Krishna's consort)
Cultural Context
Durga Ashtami during Navaratri is one of the most powerful days for Goddess worship. Kanya puja (worshiping young girls) is performed on this day.
Today's Nakshatra – Uttara Bhadrapada
Deity
Ahir Budhnya (Serpent of the deep)
Symbol
Back legs of funeral cot, Twins
Quality
Soft/Tender (Mridu)
Your Today's Energy
When the Moon is in Uttara Bhadrapada, the day brings depth, wisdom, and spiritual stillness. This nakshatra activates your connection to inner depths and hidden truths of consciousness. The atmosphere feels calm, introspective, and aligned with lasting values. People naturally sink deeper into their own being and access profound understanding.
How would the day feel for you
The day feels still, deep, and aligned with the wisdom of time and experience. You naturally turn inward and access the depths of your being and consciousness. There's acceptance of life's deeper mysteries and the stillness beneath all activity. People experience profound wisdom and connection to the eternal dimension of existence.
Muhurta Perspective for you
Uttara Bhadrapada is a Fixed (Dhruva) nakshatra ruled by Saturn with profound stability. Excellent for deep work that requires patience, endurance, and lasting results. Good for foundation-building, spiritual development, and accessing wisdom through stillness. The fixed quality means slow but profound transformation that becomes permanent.
Today's Yoga and Karana
Today's Yoga is Variyan, active until 10:12 AM. 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 Bava, which lasts until 11:59 AM. 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 Ujjain
In Ujjain today, sunrise is at 7:06 AM and sunset is at 5:50 PM. Moonrise is at 12:27 PM and moonset is at 1:28 AM.
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 Dhanu (Rashi) and the Moon is in Meena. Right now we're in the Dakshinayana period. The current season (Ritu) is Shishira Ritu, which affects health practices and religious observances.
Hindu Calendar Dates
In the traditional Hindu calendar, today is:
- Vikram Samvat: Vikram Samvat 2082
- Shaka Samvat: Shaka Samvat 1947
- Purnimanta Month: 23, Pausha
- Amanta Month: 8, Pausha
These calendar systems are still used across India to decide festival dates and auspicious occasions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is today auspicious for important work?
Yes, Ashtami Tithi is generally auspicious. Uttara Bhadrapada is a Fixed (Dhruva) nakshatra ruled by Saturn with profound stability. It's particularly good for worship of goddess durga.
Is Ashtami good for marriage?
Ashtami Tithi is not specifically highlighted for marriage. It's better suited for worship of goddess durga.
What spiritual practices are good on Ashtami?
Ashtami is not primarily a fasting day, though spiritual practices are always beneficial. Focus on worship of goddess durga.
What is the significance of Ashtami?
Ashtami is the 8th day of Shukla Paksha. It's ruled by Durga. Ashtami during the bright fortnight is sacred to Goddess Durga.
Is there anything to be careful about today?
On Ashtami Tithi, avoid negative or fearful thinking. Also, not ideal for submissive approaches.
Why Location Matters for Panchang
We calculated this Panchang specifically for Ujjain 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 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: April 2, 2026
