Today’s Sky

Panchang now (Sydney time)

Tithi: Krishna Chaturthi — until Tue, 1 Sept, 12:13 pm
Nakshatra: Ashwini, pada 1 (sidereal Moon 0.31°, Lahiri)

Next boundaries: Ashwini pada 2 Tue, 1 Sept, 1:45 pm · Ashwini pada 3 Tue, 1 Sept, 7:35 pm · Ashwini pada 4 Wed, 2 Sept, 1:24 am · Bharani begins Wed, 2 Sept, 7:12 am · Bharani pada 2 Wed, 2 Sept, 12:59 pm · Bharani pada 3 Wed, 2 Sept, 6:45 pm

Meeus-grade Sun/Moon positions (see the method note). Festival, Ekadashi and Purnima dates for your city: the calendar.

The energy of Ashwini

Ashwini is the first nakshatra, the spark that sets the zodiac in motion. Ruled by Ketu and presided over by the Ashvins — the twin physicians of the gods — it carries the energy of swift starts, rescue and healing.

A good day for: speed, healing, new beginnings. Deity: The Ashvins, the twin horsemen and celestial physicians · Ruler: Ketu

Read the full Ashwini guide →

How does today’s sky sit with your chart?

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