Panchang for Bholath
Friday, 15 January 2027 • शुक्रवार
Today's Cosmic Insight
AuspiciousToday, as the dawn breaks at 07:15 AM, we are greeted by Shukla Saptami, the seventh day of the waxing moon, a time of burgeoning light and growing potential. The energy of expansion is palpable, encouraging us to nurture the seeds of intention we have sown. This is a day for building upon foundations, for allowing creative endeavors to flourish, and for honoring the blessings that surround us. Let the increasing light of the moon guide your actions towards growth and fulfillment. The gentle and nurturing embrace of Revati Nakshatra, with the Moon in its third pada, colors the day with a sense of completion and spiritual grace. Revati, the wealthy, is the last of the lunar mansions, a constellation of kindness and compassion. It invites us to connect with our inner selves, to offer solace to those in need, and to find harmony in the beauty of the world. The day is further blessed by Shiva Yoga, a powerful alignment that bestows auspiciousness and transformative energy. Shiva Yoga encourages us to embrace change, to find strength in our inner resilience, and to move forward with courage and conviction. The active Karana for the day, Vanija, lends a practical and mercantile energy to our endeavors. Vanija is favorable for trade, negotiation, and skillful enterprise. This is a time to engage in transactions with fairness and integrity, to seek mutually beneficial outcomes, and to conduct our affairs with diligence and care. However, let us not be consumed solely by worldly pursuits, but remember to balance our material endeavors with spiritual reflection. Finally, the Vara, Friday, ruled by Venus (Shukra), infuses the day with beauty, charm, and an appreciation for the finer things in life. It is a day to indulge in artistic pursuits, to connect with loved ones, and to seek pleasure in the simple joys that surround us. As the sun sets at 05:46 PM, let gratitude fill your heart for the blessings of this day, and may the harmonious energies of the cosmos continue to guide you on your path.
Panchang Elements
Auspicious Times
Inauspicious Times
Current Time Period
Panchang for Bholath on Friday, 15 January 2027 shows Shukla Saptami tithi (Shukla Paksha) with Revati nakshatra in Pada 3. The yoga for this day is Shiva and the karana is Vanija. Sunrise occurs at 07:28 AM and sunset at 05:47 PM.
What is Panchang? पंचांग
The word Panchang comes from Sanskrit — Pancha (five) + Anga (limbs). It is the traditional Vedic calendar system that has been used across the Indian subcontinent for thousands of years to track lunar days, stellar positions, and cosmic rhythms. Every day in the Hindu calendar is defined by these five elements working together.
Tithi तिथि
The lunar day — determined by the angular distance between the Sun and Moon. There are 30 tithis in a lunar month, 15 in each paksha (Shukla and Krishna). Each tithi carries its own energy: some are ideal for beginnings, others for completion or rest. Festivals like Ekadashi, Amavasya, and Purnima are all tithi-based.
Nakshatra नक्षत्र
The lunar mansion — the Moon's position among 27 star clusters along the ecliptic. Each nakshatra spans 13°20' of the zodiac and has a ruling deity, planet, and distinct character. Nakshatras are central to muhurat selection, birth chart interpretation, and compatibility matching in Vedic astrology.
Yoga योग
The luni-solar combination — calculated from the sum of the Sun's and Moon's longitudes divided into 27 equal parts. Each yoga has a name and nature (auspicious, neutral, or inauspicious). Yogas like Siddha, Amrita, and Shubha are considered favorable, while Vyaghata and Vajra call for caution.
Karana करण
Half of a tithi — each tithi has two karanas, giving 60 karanas in a lunar month. Of the 11 karana types, 4 are fixed (Shakuni, Chatushpada, Naga, Kimstughna) and 7 are movable. Karanas help fine-tune the auspiciousness of a tithi for specific activities.
Vara वार
The weekday — each vara is ruled by a planet: Ravivara (Sun), Somavara (Moon), Mangalavara (Mars), Budhavara (Mercury), Guruvara (Jupiter), Shukravara (Venus), Shanivara (Saturn). The ruling planet influences the character of the day and which activities are most favored.
Why Check the Panchang Daily?
For centuries, families, priests, and astrologers across India have consulted the Panchang before making any significant decision. It isn't superstition — it's a systematic method of aligning human activity with natural cycles.
Muhurat Selection
Find the most auspicious time for weddings, griha pravesh, mundan, namkaran, and other samskaras. The right muhurat combines a favorable tithi, nakshatra, yoga, and karana while avoiding Rahu Kaal.
Business & Finance
Start a new business, sign contracts, make investments, or open accounts during auspicious tithis and nakshatras. Many Indian businesses still consult the Panchang before major financial decisions.
Festival & Vrat Dates
Hindu festivals follow the lunar calendar — Diwali, Navratri, Karva Chauth, Ekadashi, and Pradosh Vrat dates all come from the Panchang. Accurate tithi calculations ensure you observe these on the correct day.
Daily Puja & Rituals
Know the ruling deity of the day, the appropriate mantras for the current nakshatra, and whether the tithi supports your planned worship. Brahma Muhurat and Abhijit Muhurat are the day's most sacred windows.
Travel & Journeys
Vedic tradition recommends checking the Panchang before long journeys. Certain nakshatras (like Ashwini, Mrigashira, Pushya, Revati) are considered ideal for travel, while Rahu Kaal should be avoided for departures.
Education & Learning
Vidyarambha (beginning of education) and joining a new course or school are traditionally timed using the Panchang. Nakshatras ruled by Mercury and Jupiter are especially valued for intellectual pursuits.
Panchang for Bholath
This Panchang is calculated specifically for Bholath using precise geographic coordinates (31.58°N, 75.44°E). Sunrise in Bholath on this day is at 07:28 AM and sunset at 05:47 PM — all time-dependent elements including tithi end times, Rahu Kaal, Yamaghanda, Gulika Kaal, Abhijit Muhurat, and Brahma Muhurat are derived from these local sun timings.
Because the Panchang is location-sensitive, the same date can show different tithi or nakshatra transition times in different cities. A tithi that ends at 3:42 PM in Bholath may end at a different time in another city due to the difference in sunrise. This is why it's important to use a Panchang calculated for your specific city rather than a generic national Panchang.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is today's tithi in Bholath?
The tithi on Friday, 15 January 2027 in Bholath is Shukla Saptami (Shukla Paksha). Tithi determines the nature of the lunar day and is used for festival observance, muhurat timing, and daily planning.
What is today's nakshatra in Bholath?
The nakshatra in Bholath on 15 January 2027 is Revati (Pada 3). Nakshatras are the 27 lunar mansions used in Vedic astrology for muhurat selection, birth chart analysis, and daily planning.
What time is Rahu Kaal on 15 January 2027 in Bholath?
Rahu Kaal in Bholath on 15 January 2027 is from 11:20 to 12:37. Rahu Kaal is a daily inauspicious period lasting approximately 90 minutes, calculated from the local sunrise time. It is considered unfavorable for starting new ventures, signing contracts, or beginning journeys. The timing shifts each day of the week based on a fixed planetary order.
Is 15 January 2027 auspicious for starting new work?
The auspiciousness of any day depends on the combination of all five Panchang elements. On 15 January 2027 in Bholath, the tithi is Shukla Saptami, the nakshatra is Revati, and the yoga is Shiva. For the best results, plan important activities during Abhijit Muhurat (12:17 – 12:58) and avoid Rahu Kaal (11:20 – 12:37). For a detailed muhurat analysis, use our Muhurat Finder.
How is Panchang different for each city?
The Panchang changes from city to city because all time-based calculations depend on the local sunrise and sunset. Sunrise in a western city like Mumbai occurs later than in an eastern city like Kolkata — this shifts the timing of Rahu Kaal, Yamaghanda, Gulika Kaal, Brahma Muhurat, Abhijit Muhurat, Choghadiya, and Hora. Even tithi and nakshatra transition times can fall on different sides of midnight, making a tithi "today" in one city but "tomorrow" in another. Always use a Panchang calculated for your specific location.
What is Abhijit Muhurat and when is it ?
Abhijit Muhurat is a universally auspicious period of approximately 48 minutes occurring around midday. It is considered favorable for almost all activities — starting new work, signing documents, travel, and religious ceremonies. In Bholath on 15 January 2027, Abhijit Muhurat falls between 12:17 and 12:58. The word "Abhijit" means "victorious" — it is named after the auspicious nakshatra that rules this time window.