Maha Shivratri 2024: Shubh and Ashubh Muhurat for Today

Aaj Ka Panchang, March 8, 2024: According to Drika Panchang, Krishna Paksha's Trayodashi and Chaturdashi Tithi will fall on March 8. On this day, devotees will celebrate the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri and pay obeisance to Lord Shiva. It is important to consider the tithi, auspicious time and inauspicious period before starting any rituals or daily tasks. Such considerations can go a long way in effectively planning and overcoming challenges.

Sunrise, sunset, moonrise and moonset on March 8
On March 8, the sun is expected to rise at 6:38 AM and set at 6:25 PM. Additionally, the moon is expected to rise at 5:59 am (March 9) and set at 4:12 pm.

Tithi, Nakshatra and Rashi details for March 8

1. Trayodashi Tithi is expected to remain in effect till 9:57 PM, after which Chaturdashi Tithi will begin.
2. Shravan Nakshatra is predicted to remain till 10:41 AM after which Dhanishtha Nakshatra will come into effect.
3. The Moon is expected to stay in Capricorn till 9:20 PM and then shift to Aquarius.
4. Sun is expected to stay in Aquarius throughout the day.

Auspicious time for March 8

1. Brahma Muhurta will be from 5:01 AM to 5:50 AM.
2. Abhijit Muhurta will run between 12:08 PM to 12:56 PM.
3. On the following days, Godhuli Muhurta is expected to occur between 6:23 PM to 6:48 PM and Vijaya Muhurta, between 2:30 PM to 3:17 PM.
4. Additionally, devotees can observe Syah Sandhya Muhurta from 6:25 PM to 7:39 PM and Pratah Sandhya Muhurta from 5:25 AM to 6:38 AM.

Auspicious time for March 8
The inauspicious muhurtas, or inauspicious times, for the day are as follows: Rahu Kalam is expected to be from 11:04 AM to 12:32 PM. The Gulikai Kalam time frame is scheduled to take place between 8:07 AM and 9:35 AM, while the Yamaganda Muhurta is predicted to be effective from 3:29 PM to 4:57 PM. Finally, the Banna Muhurat is expected to take place in Chora till 12:36 PM.