Panchang for Kolkata — 17 November 2026
| Tithi | Shukla Ashtami | until 6:05 AM, 18 Nov |
|---|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishta (pada 1) | until 6:18 AM, 18 Nov |
| Yoga | Vriddhi | until 11:08 AM |
| Karana | Vishti until 5:17 PM, then Bava | until 6:05 AM, 18 Nov |
| Vara (weekday) | Tuesday (Mangalavara) | ruled by Mars |
| Moon sign (Rashi) | Capricorn | moves to Aquarius at 5:15 PM |
| Sun sign (Rashi) | Libra |
Rahu Kaal, Yamaganda, Gulika & Abhijit Muhurat
| Rahu Kaal | 2:06 PM – 3:29 PM | inauspicious — avoid starting new work |
|---|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 8:35 AM – 9:58 AM | inauspicious |
| Gulika Kaal | 11:21 AM – 12:44 PM | considered neutral for ongoing work |
| Abhijit Muhurat | 10:59 AM – 11:43 AM | auspicious midday window (not used on Wednesdays) |
Born today in Kolkata?
The Moon is in Dhanishta Nakshatra (pada 1) until 6:18 AM, 18 Nov, a traditionally strong Nakshatra for a birth — ruled by Mars, with themes of rhythm, abundance, ambition. See traditional Dhanishta baby names, or find the exact Nakshatra for a birth time with the free Nakshatra calculator. Planning a birth date? Read the auspicious birth date guides (always within the window your doctor approves).
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What the panchang elements mean
Tithi is the lunar day, each spanning 12° of the Moon’s lead over the Sun; there are 30 per lunar month. Nakshatra is the Moon’s lunar mansion (27 of them). Yoga comes from the combined longitude of Sun and Moon. Karana is half a tithi. Vara is the weekday. Rahu Kaal, Yamaganda and Gulika are daily time windows computed from sunrise and sunset, which is why they change with the city and the season.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the tithi on 17 November 2026 in Kolkata?
Shukla Ashtami (Ashtami) at sunrise, ending at 6:05 AM, 18 Nov (Asia/Kolkata).
What is Rahu Kaal on 17 November 2026 in Kolkata?
Rahu Kaal in Kolkata is 2:06 PM – 3:29 PM. It is traditionally avoided for starting new work.
Which Nakshatra is on 17 November 2026?
The Moon is in Dhanishta Nakshatra (pada 1) at sunrise, until 6:18 AM, 18 Nov.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Kolkata on 17 November 2026?
Sunrise is at 5:50 AM and sunset at 4:52 PM.
Computed with Swiss Ephemeris (Lahiri ayanamsa), evaluated at local sunrise for Kolkata (Asia/Kolkata). Printed almanacs and regional traditions can differ by a few minutes or in the naming of festivals; for religious observances confirm with your local priest or panchang.