This Hindu Calendar is specifically calculated for the Kolkata horizon.
In India, Tithi timings depend on local sunrise. This data is optimized for Kolkata and its metropolitan outskirts.
Valid for surrounding areas including:
Howrah
Salt Lake
Rajarhat
Hooghly
Durgapur
Siliguri
Frequently Asked Questions (Kolkata)
Q. What is the Tithi today in Kolkata?
Today's Tithi in Kolkata is Shukla Chaturthi. It is scheduled to conclude at 07:52 PM (Local Time). For NRI families, we calculate this using the local Kolkata sunrise to ensure ritual accuracy.
Q. When is Rahu Kaal in Kolkata today?
The Rahu Kaal (inauspicious period) for Kolkata starts at 04:55 AM – 06:18 AM. Unlike India-based calendars, this window is calculated based on the specific day-length in India today.
Q. What is the best time for Puja in Kolkata today?
The most auspicious time (Abhijit Muhurat) in Kolkata is from 05:56 AM – 06:40 AM. Additionally, the Brahma Muhurat usually begins 1.5 hours before the local sunrise of 12:46 AM.
Q. Why do festival dates in Kolkata sometimes differ from India?
Hindu festivals like Ekadashi or Karwa Chauth are based on the Tithi prevailing at Local Sunrise. Since Kolkata is hours behind or ahead of India, the Tithi might start or end on a different calendar day for you.
Q. How do I calculate the fast-breaking (Parana) time in Kolkata?
Fast-breaking timings are strictly tied to the local sunrise and the end of the specific Tithi. In Kolkata, the sun rises today at 12:46 AM, which serves as the base for calculating your Vrat Parana.
Q. Can I use India Standard Time (IST) for Sankashti Chaturthi in Kolkata?
No. Moon-rise based festivals like Sankashti Chaturthi or Karwa Chauth must be followed as per the Local Moonrise in Kolkata, not India time, to ensure the ritual is valid.
Q. Is this Panchang accurate for areas near Kolkata?
Yes, this calendar covers Kolkata and surrounding areas including Howrah, Salt Lake, Rajarhat, Hooghly, Durgapur, Siliguri. Since these locations share a similar sunrise horizon, the Tithi timings and Muhurats remain valid for your local observations.
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About the Calendarin Editorial Team
The Calendarin Research Division is a collective of Vedic astronomers, software engineers, and cultural researchers dedicated to bridging the gap between ancient Shastra and the modern NRI lifestyle. By utilizing NASA-grade ephemeris data (the Swiss Ephemeris) and traditional Drik Ganita algorithms, we provide high-precision localized Panchang data for over 2,000 cities worldwide. Our mission is to ensure that geography never stands in the way of spiritual practice.