Indian Time and Calendar Glossary

This glossary gives the short answer first. Each term links to a deeper IndiaTime explanation where the calculation, history or regional differences matter.

Tithi (तिथि)

A lunar day based on the Sun-Moon angle.

Read the Tithi guide

Panchang

A traditional calendar framework built around five limbs.

Read the Panchang guide

Samvat

A calendar era; the named convention matters.

Read about Samvat

Ghati and Pala

Traditional time units whose historical use can vary.

Read traditional units

Muhurta

A time unit and, in practice, a context for auspicious timing.

Read the Muhurta guide

Rahu Kaal

A daylight-based traditional timing convention.

Open Rahu Kaal

IndiaTime separates factual civil time and astronomy from traditional and religious interpretation. Regional practice is part of the explanation, not an error to hide.