Aaj ki tithi · 3 October 2026 · IST
Krishna paksha Ashtami
until 5:52 AM, Sun 4 Oct IST
Began Sat 3 Oct, 8:00 AM IST. Next: Krishna paksha Navami, until Mon 5 Oct, 3:54 AM IST.
The tithi is the Hindu lunar day, set by how far the Moon has moved ahead of the Sun. It decides the date of fasts and festivals. Below are the next dates for the vrats people search for most.
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Frequently asked questions
What is tithi?
A tithi is a lunar day, the time the Moon takes to gain 12 degrees on the Sun. There are 30 tithis in a lunar month, 15 in the waxing (Shukla) fortnight and 15 in the waning (Krishna) fortnight.
What is today's tithi?
Today (3 October 2026) the tithi is Krishna paksha Ashtami, which ends at 5:52 AM 202610 4 October IST, followed by Krishna paksha Navami.
Why does a tithi change during the day?
Tithis are defined by the Sun-Moon angle, not the clock, so they begin and end at any time of day and last between about 19 and 26 hours. The tithi at sunrise (udaya tithi) is usually the one used for the day's observance.
How are these times calculated?
From real Sun and Moon positions (NASA JPL DE421 ephemeris). All times are Indian Standard Time (UTC+5:30).
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