Last update: February 14, 2024, 05:00 IST
Basant Panchami is dedicated to the worship of goddess Saraswati, known as the goddess of knowledge, wisdom and art. (Image: Shutterstock)
Aaj Ka Panchang, February 14, 2024: Wednesday marks Basant Panchami, Skanda Sashti and also Valentine's Day, an occasion when people express their love and affection to their loved ones.
AAJ KA PANCHANG, FEBRUARY 14, 2024: February 14 will feature the presence of Panchami and Shashthi Tithi of the Shukla Paksha, according to Drik Panchang. Shukla Panchami and Shukla Shashthi are considered auspicious and included in the list of Shubh Muhurat timings. The day is marked by two festivals: Basant Panchami and Skanda Sashti. Today is also celebrated Valentine's Day, an occasion when people express their love and affection to their loved ones.
While embarking on new endeavors, it is advisable to consider factors like Tithi, auspicious dates and inauspicious periods. This information can be of great help when scheduling daily activities and avoiding potential obstacles effectively.
RISING, SUNSET, MOONRISE AND MOONSET ON FEBRUARY 14
The sun is expected to rise at 7:06 a.m., while sunset is expected to occur at 6:25 p.m. As for the moon, it is expected to rise around 10:06 a.m. and set at 11 p.m. :15 pm
TITHI, NAKSHATRA AND RASHI DETAILS FOR FEBRUARY 14
The Panchami Tithi is expected to continue until 12:09 pm, and at this point, it will transition to the Shashthi Tithi. The Revati Nakshatra is expected to last till 10:43 am, after which the Ashwini Nakshatra will begin. Also, the moon is expected to be in Meena Rashi until 10:43 am, after which it will change to Mesha Rashi. The sun is scheduled to be on the Kumbha Rashi.
SHUBH MUHURAT FOR FEBRUARY 14
The auspicious muhurat timings for the day are as follows: Brahma muhurta is expected from 5:25 am to 6:15 am, Godhuli muhurat from 6:23 pm to 6:48 pm and Vijaya muhurta from 2:39 pm to 3: 00 pm: 24 hrs. Additionally, Nishita Muhurta is scheduled to occur between 12:20 am and 1:11 am on February 15, while Pratah Sandhya muhurta is scheduled from 5:50 am to 7:06 am Ravi Yoga is scheduled from 10:43 am a.m. to 7:05 a.m. on February 15.
ASHUBH MUHURAT FOR FEBRUARY 14
The inauspicious muhurat timings for the day are as follows: The Rahu Kalam is scheduled to occur between 12:46 pm and 2:10 pm The Gulikai Kalam muhurta is scheduled to occur from 11:21 am to 12:46 pm , while the Yamaganda muhurta is expected to be effective from 8:31 am to 9:56 am Additionally, the Banna muhurat is expected to occur in Mrityu from 3:38 pm to midnight. Meanwhile, Panchaka is expected to occur between 7:06 am and 10:43 am
