Today's Choghadiya
- Location
- New Delhi, India
- Solar day
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- Surya Udaya (Sunrise)
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- Surya Asta (Sunset)
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- Next day sunrise
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- Auspicious · Amrit, Shubh, Labh
- Neutral · Char
- Inauspicious · Rog, Kaal, Udveg
Day Choghadiya (दिन का चौघड़िया)
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Night Choghadiya (रात्रि का चौघड़िया)
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The Seven Choghadiyas & Their Cosmic Qualities
The word ‘Choghadiya’ is derived from Chau-Ghadi (four Ghadis). In traditional Jyotish computation, one day (24 hours) is divided into 60 Ghadis. Each Choghadiya Muhurat spans approximately 3.75 Ghadis (~90 minutes) governed by planetary rulers.
Amrit (अमृत)
Most auspiciousSignification: Nectar of Immortality. Traditionally considered auspicious for sacred rites, inaugurations, marriage ceremonies and long journeys.
Shubh (शुभ)
GoodSignification: Pure & Auspicious. Ideal for religious observances, rituals, marriage talks, entering new residences, and sanctified ceremonies.
Labha (लाभ)
GainfulSignification: Profit & Expansion. Exceptional for commencing business ventures, signing contracts, academic entrance exams, and asset accumulation.
Char (चल)
Neutral / dynamicSignification: Mobility & Movement. Auspicious for movement, short trips, shifting transport vehicles, and dynamic physical journeys. Avoid stationary foundations.
Rog (रोग)
InauspiciousSignification: Disease & Debility. Traditionally avoided for new beginnings and disputes; considered suitable for competition and clearing debts. Never delay medical care because of a muhurat.
Kaal (काल)
DestructiveSignification: Time & Ruin. Governed by Rahu/Saturn; traditionally avoided for new initiatives and holy rituals.
Udveg (उद्वेग)
AnxietySignification: Turmoil & Agitation (Surya / Shani tension). Traditionally associated with restlessness; considered suitable for government work and discouraged for celebrations, marriage rituals or partnerships.
