Panchang for Kolkata
Sunday, 11 May 2025 • रविवार
Today's Cosmic Insight
NeutralOn this Sunday, May 11th, 2025, the radiant Sun, ruler of the day, casts its golden light upon a sky woven with a tapestry of celestial influences. The waxing Moon journeys through Shukla Chaturdashi, the fourteenth lunar day of the bright fortnight, a time of fullness and near completion. This tithi encourages us to bring endeavors to fruition, to gather the fruits of our efforts as we approach the grand culmination of the Full Moon. Let your actions today be imbued with gratitude for the blessings that surround you, and let your heart be open to the abundance the universe offers. The gentle breeze of Swati Nakshatra carries the Moon through the heavens. This asterism, symbolized by a balancing scale, whispers of equilibrium and harmony. It is a time to seek balance in your interactions, to navigate relationships with grace and diplomacy. The second pada of Swati invites a deeper exploration of inner peace, urging you to find stillness amidst the activity of the day. Breathe deeply, and allow the scales within you to find their natural center, promoting fairness and justice in all your dealings. However, the presence of Vyatipata Yoga suggests a need for caution. This yoga, formed by a specific combination of the Sun and Moon, can bring unexpected challenges or reversals. It is a day to tread carefully, to avoid impulsive decisions, and to remain grounded in your inner strength. Approach tasks with mindfulness, and be prepared to adapt to unforeseen circumstances. The active Karana for the day is Vanija, associated with trade and commerce, yet coupled with Vyatipata, it advises careful consideration of all transactions, ensuring transparency and ethical conduct. Let discernment be your guiding principle. As the Sun shines brightly on this Sunday, illuminate your path with awareness. While the energies of Shukla Chaturdashi and Swati Nakshatra encourage growth and balance, the influence of Vyatipata Yoga reminds us to proceed with caution and thoughtful intention. By integrating these celestial whispers into our daily lives, we can navigate the day with wisdom and grace, transforming potential obstacles into opportunities for inner growth and resilience.
Panchang Elements
Auspicious Times
Inauspicious Times
Current Time Period
Panchang for Kolkata on Sunday, 11 May 2025 shows Shukla Chaturdashi tithi (Shukla Paksha) with Swati nakshatra in Pada 2. The yoga for this day is Vyatipata and the karana is Vanija. Sunrise occurs at 04:58 AM and sunset at 06:07 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 Kolkata
This Panchang is calculated specifically for Kolkata using precise geographic coordinates (22.57°N, 88.36°E). Sunrise in Kolkata on this day is at 04:58 AM and sunset at 06:07 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 Kolkata 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 Kolkata?
The tithi on Sunday, 11 May 2025 in Kolkata is Shukla Chaturdashi (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 Kolkata?
The nakshatra in Kolkata on 11 May 2025 is Swati (Pada 2). 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 11 May 2025 in Kolkata?
Rahu Kaal in Kolkata on 11 May 2025 is from 16:28 to 18:07. 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 11 May 2025 auspicious for starting new work?
The auspiciousness of any day depends on the combination of all five Panchang elements. On 11 May 2025 in Kolkata, the tithi is Shukla Chaturdashi, the nakshatra is Swati, and the yoga is Vyatipata. For the best results, plan important activities during Abhijit Muhurat (11:06 – 11:59) and avoid Rahu Kaal (16:28 – 18:07). 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 Kolkata on 11 May 2025, Abhijit Muhurat falls between 11:06 and 11:59. The word "Abhijit" means "victorious" — it is named after the auspicious nakshatra that rules this time window.