Aaj Ka Panchang, October 3, 2024: Shardiya Navratri, Shubh Muhurat, and Rahu Kalam Timing

October 3, 2024, marks the beginning of the auspicious Shardiya Navratri festival, a significant event in the Hindu calendar. This day is filled with various rituals and observances, including the Ghatasthapana ceremony, Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti, and the commencement of the Navratri celebrations.

Tithi, Nakshatra, and Rashi Details

On October 3, 2024, the Pratipada Tithi of the Shukla Paksha will last until 2:58 AM on October 4, after which it will transition into the Dwitiya Tithi. The Hasta Nakshatra will prevail until 3:32 PM, followed by the Chitra Nakshatra. The moon will be in the Kanya Rashi until 5:06 AM on October 4 and then move to the Tula Rashi. The sun will remain in the Kanya Rashi.

Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise, and Moonset

The sun will rise at 6:15 AM and set at 6:04 PM. The moon will rise at 6:32 AM and set at 6:20 PM on October 3, 2024.

Shubh Muhurat

Several auspicious timings are noted for October 3, 2024. The Brahma Muhurat will be from 4:38 AM to 5:27 AM, and the Pratah Sandhya Muhurat will be from 5:02 AM to 6:15 AM. The Vijaya Muhurat is scheduled from 2:08 PM to 2:55 PM, and the Nishita Muhurat will take place between 11:46 PM and 12:34 AM on October 4. The Godhuli Muhurat will begin at 6:04 PM and end at 6:29 PM, while the Sayahna Sandhya Muhurat will be from 6:04 PM to 7:18 PM.

Ashubh Muhurat

The inauspicious timings include the Yamaganda Muhurat from 6:15 AM to 7:44 AM, the Gulikai Kalam Muhurat from 9:12 AM to 10:41 AM, and the Rahu Kalam Muhurat from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM. The Dur Muhurtam will occur twice, from 10:12 AM to 10:59 AM and again from 2:55 PM to 3:43 PM.

Ghatasthapana Muhurat

The Ghatasthapana ceremony, which marks the beginning of the Navratri festival, has a specific Muhurat. The Ghatasthapana Muhurat will be from 6:15 AM to 7:22 AM on October 3, 2024. Additionally, the Abhijit Muhurat, which is also favorable for this ceremony, will be from 11:46 AM to 12:33 PM.

Other Observances

Apart from the Navratri celebrations, October 3, 2024, also marks Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti and the Ishti ceremony. Devotees are advised to check the tithis and auspicious timings before starting any ceremony to ensure smooth proceedings.

For those observing the rituals, it is crucial to follow the prescribed timings and avoid the inauspicious periods to maximize the spiritual benefits of these ceremonies.

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