Panchang for Kasaragod
Monday, 28 September 2026 • सोमवार
Today's Cosmic Insight
NeutralThe day arrives, carried on the gentle breath of Somavara, Monday, a day tenderly ruled by the Moon. As the Sun graces the horizon at 06:12 AM, we find ourselves under the watchful gaze of Krishna Dwitiya, the second day of the waning cycle. This is a time for introspection, a moment to gently release what no longer serves us. The Krishna Paksha encourages us to look inward, to find stillness amidst the world's ever-changing tapestry. Let your actions today be tempered with mindful awareness, as the Moon's energy invites a softening of the spirit. La Luna dances in the auspicious Ashwini Nakshatra, its first pada whispering of new beginnings and swiftness of action. Ashwini, the celestial healer, brings forth a vibrant energy, a spark of vitality that encourages us to initiate endeavors with courage and enthusiasm. Yet, the prevailing Yoga is Vyaghata, a combination that advises caution and discernment. This yoga suggests potential obstacles or conflicts, urging us to tread carefully and thoughtfully in our interactions and decisions. It is a day to be mindful of potential friction and to navigate challenges with grace and patience. The day is further shaped by the Karana of Garaja, lending its influence to the first half. Garaja, associated with action and potential disruption, encourages us to be proactive and decisive, but also to be mindful of the consequences of our actions. As the day unfolds and the Sun begins its descent, setting at 06:11 PM, let us remember the lessons of balance and awareness. Today, let intuition be your guiding star, and let mindful action be your steadfast companion. By embracing both the light and shadow, we can navigate the cosmic currents with wisdom and serenity.
Panchang Elements
Auspicious Times
Inauspicious Times
Current Time Period
Panchang for Kasaragod on Monday, 28 September 2026 shows Krishna Dwitiya tithi (Krishna Paksha) with Ashwini nakshatra in Pada 1. The yoga for this day is Vyaghata and the karana is Garaja. Sunrise occurs at 06:19 AM and sunset at 06:22 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 Kasaragod
This Panchang is calculated specifically for Kasaragod using precise geographic coordinates (12.50°N, 75.00°E). Sunrise in Kasaragod on this day is at 06:19 AM and sunset at 06:22 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 Kasaragod 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 Kasaragod?
The tithi on Monday, 28 September 2026 in Kasaragod is Krishna Dwitiya (Krishna 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 Kasaragod?
The nakshatra in Kasaragod on 28 September 2026 is Ashwini (Pada 1). 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 28 September 2026 in Kasaragod?
Rahu Kaal in Kasaragod on 28 September 2026 is from 07:49 to 09:19. 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 28 September 2026 auspicious for starting new work?
The auspiciousness of any day depends on the combination of all five Panchang elements. On 28 September 2026 in Kasaragod, the tithi is Krishna Dwitiya, the nakshatra is Ashwini, and the yoga is Vyaghata. For the best results, plan important activities during Abhijit Muhurat (11:56 – 12:44) and avoid Rahu Kaal (07:49 – 09:19). 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 Kasaragod on 28 September 2026, Abhijit Muhurat falls between 11:56 and 12:44. The word "Abhijit" means "victorious" — it is named after the auspicious nakshatra that rules this time window.