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Friday 17 January

Shukla Dwadashi · Rohini · Moon in Vrishabha
Tithi
Dwadashi → 03:34 Sat
Nakshatra
Rohini → 00:02 Sat
Sunrise / Sunset
07:14 / 17:47
Rahu Kaal
11:11 – 12:30

Observances

  • Makara Sankranti

    The Sun enters Capricorn and turns north: a harvest festival of gratitude, sesame and sharing.

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What can I do today?

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    Today's Mantra

    Surya Mantra

    Om Ghrini Suryaya Namaha

    Today is Makara Sankranti. Surya Mantra is traditionally chanted.

    ChantPreview — awaiting expert review
  2. 3

    Today's Parihara

    Light a lamp for Lakshmi

    10 min

    Shukravara is ruled by Shukra. Today's parihara honours the day.

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