Daily Muhurat Update (January 08, 2025): Tithi, Festivals, Auspicious Yogas, Rahu Kaal for New York City – Times of India

“Muhurat Today” is your essential daily guide for planning your day with precision, rooted in the spiritual wisdom of the Hindu calendar. By staying informed, you not only uphold and celebrate cherished traditions but also make mindful decisions that align with your spiritual journey. This helps you stay connected to your cultural roots, fostering a deep sense of belonging and balance in your everyday life. Below are the important Muhurat details for January 08, 2025, for New York City, USA:
Sunrise and Sunset:
The Sun rises at 7:20 AM and sets at 4:46 PM. This means that there is enough light to do all the work you want during the day, but the night is left for self-development and interpersonal relations.
Moonrise and Moonset:
The Moon rises at 12:06 PM and sets at 3:04 AM on January 9. This creates an emotional balance, which is helpful for afternoon creativity and evening reflection. It is also perfect for relationship building or any other self-reflective activity.
Tithi (Lunar Day):
Shukla Dashami lasts until 1:52 AM, January 9, and is associated with positive motivation and real work. Ekadashi comes next and is associated with discipline and spiritual progress. This shift is from doing to thinking, which is perfect for re-strategizing once this is achieved.
Nakshatra (Lunar Mansion):
Bharani Nakshatra prevails until 4:37 AM, January 9. It is a force for change and encourages growth and determination. This Nakshatra should be used to take advantage of fresh starts and to concentrate on creative or difficult tasks.
Moonsign (Rashi):
The Moon continues to be in Mesha (Aries), which encourages courage and passion. This is ideal for assuming control of your goals. After 4:37 AM, it goes to Vrishabha, which emphasises patience and stability.
Auspicious Timings on 8th January 2025
Brahma Muhurta (05:23 AM to 06:21 AM):
This time of day is a time of clarity and spiritual awakening. Meditate, pray, or write a letter to yourself to help you prepare for the day and reinforce your willpower.
Vijaya Muhurta (01:37 PM to 02:15 PM):
This is one of the strongest periods in terms of decision-making. This window also offers a chance to start new endeavours or attend to open issues; it promotes success and advancement by making concentrated and strategic attempts.
Inauspicious Timings and Considerations
Rahu Kalam (12:03 PM to 01:14 PM):
Do not make any new investments or decisions during this period because your emotions and instincts may be impaired. Thus, to avoid the appearance of new difficulties, it is better to switch to routine work or think about the ongoing activities in the process.
Recommendations for the Day
The day starts with the Aries sign, which encourages risk-taking and assertiveness in chasing dreams. Harness the kinetic energy of Bharani Nakshatra to look for new opportunities or seal creative projects. When the Moon enters Taurus, slow down and anchor yourself as the pace of life slows down. Evening hours are great for strategising in the long term or building relationships. What have you achieved so far, and what do you want to be in the future? If problems occur, meet them calmly and rationally.
Spiritual Significance of the Day
The nature of the change of Bharani Nakshatra is quite suitable for Ekadashi as it is a spiritual discipline. Lit a diya or recite some mantras to develop the attitude of thankfulness and rejuvenate the soul. This is a good day for any practices that are meant to help one become more spiritually conscious. Synchronise your activities with these energies to give the following days a meaningful start.