Choghadiya (literally 'four ghatikas') is a traditional Gujarati/Rajasthani time-division system that splits the day into 8 equal segments and the night into 8 equal segments. Each segment is assigned one of 7 planetary types (Amrit, Shubh, Labh, Char, Udveg, Rog, Kaal) that cycle in a fixed sequence, indicating whether the time is auspicious or inauspicious for activities.

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Amrit Choghadiya (ruled by Moon) is the most auspicious for all activities, especially spiritual ones. Shubh (Jupiter) is excellent for weddings, ceremonies, and religious activities. Labh (Mercury) is ideal for business, education, and starting new ventures. Char (Venus) is good for travel and change-related activities.

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Data calculated for 2026-02-19 using Swiss Ephemeris | Lahiri Ayanamsa

TL;DR

Choghadiya divides today into auspicious and inauspicious time slots. Look for Shubh (auspicious), Amrit (nectar), and Labh (gain) periods for important activities. Rog (disease) and Kaal (death) periods are best avoided for new beginnings.

Choghadiya Today — Columbus

Thursday, 2026-02-19

Beyond Choghadiya: Your Personal Timing

Choghadiya shows universal auspicious hours. But your birth chart reveals which planetary hours amplify YOUR success through Tarabala and dasha compatibility.

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Day Choghadiya (Sunrise to Sunset)

#	Time	Name	Planet	Nature
1	07:19 – 08:41	Shubh	Jupiter	Good
2	08:41 – 10:03	Rog	Mars	Avoid
3	10:03 – 11:24	Udveg	Sun	Avoid
4	11:24 – 12:46	Char	Venus	Good
5	12:46 – 14:08	Labh	Mercury	Good
6	14:08 – 15:29	Amrit	Moon	Best
7	15:29 – 16:51	Kaal	Saturn	Avoid
8	16:51 – 18:13	Shubh	Jupiter	Good

Night Choghadiya (Sunset to Next Sunrise)

#	Time	Name	Planet	Nature
1	18:13 – 19:51	Kaal	Saturn	Avoid
2	19:51 – 21:29	Shubh	Jupiter	Good
3	21:29 – 23:07	Rog	Mars	Avoid
4	23:07 – 24:45	Udveg	Sun	Avoid
5	24:45 – 26:23	Char	Venus	Good
6	26:23 – 28:02	Labh	Mercury	Good
7	28:02 – 29:40	Amrit	Moon	Best
8	29:40 – 31:18	Kaal	Saturn	Avoid

The 7 Choghadiya Types

Name	Planet	Nature	Good For
Amrit	Moon	Most Auspicious	All auspicious activities, especially spiritual
Shubh	Jupiter	Auspicious	Weddings, ceremonies, religious activities
Labh	Mercury	Auspicious	Business, education, starting new ventures
Char	Venus	Auspicious	Traveling, moving, change-related activities
Udveg	Sun	Inauspicious	Government work only; avoid other new tasks
Rog	Mars	Inauspicious	Medical activities only; avoid starting ventures
Kaal	Saturn	Inauspicious	Iron/machinery work only; avoid auspicious tasks

What is Choghadiya?

Choghadiya (literally "four ghatikas") is a traditional Gujarati/Rajasthani time-division system that splits the day into 8 equal segments and the night into 8 equal segments (Muhurta Chintamani). Each segment is assigned one of 7 planetary types that cycle in a fixed sequence.

The first Choghadiya of each day is determined by the weekday lord, and the night sequence starts from the planet ruling the 5th hora of that day. Unlike Rahu Kalam (which only marks one inauspicious period), Choghadiya provides a complete quality map of the entire day and night.

Usage tip: For important activities like signing contracts, starting journeys, or conducting ceremonies, choose an Amrit, Shubh, or Labh Choghadiya. Avoid Udveg, Rog, and Kaal unless the activity matches the planet's domain (e.g., medical appointments during Rog).

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