The daily Panchangam lists several time windows beyond Rahukalam. Two that often confuse people are Amrutha Kalam and Varjyam. Understanding them helps you make the most of your day — choosing the right window for medicine, travel, meals, and important tasks.

What Is Amrutha Kalam?

Amrutha Kalam (also spelled Amrit Kaal) is an auspicious 24-minute window each day. 'Amrutha' means nectar — this period is considered charged with life-giving energy. Taking medicine, beginning treatments, consuming important meals, and starting short journeys are traditionally encouraged during Amrutha Kalam. It occurs at different times each day based on the Nakshatram.

What Is Varjyam?

Varjyam means 'to be avoided.' This roughly 90-minute window each day is considered unfavorable for new activities, similar to Rahukalam. Starting journeys, signing papers, and conducting rituals are avoided during Varjyam. Unlike Rahukalam which is fixed to the weekday, Varjyam is calculated based on the ruling Nakshatram and therefore shifts significantly day to day.

Abhijit and Durmuhurtham

Two other windows to know: Abhijit Muhurtham (around solar noon) is one of the most auspicious windows for any new activity. Durmuhurtham occurs twice a day and is considered unfavorable. All four — Amrutha Kalam, Varjyam, Abhijit Muhurtham, and Durmuhurtham — appear on the Mana Pandit daily Panchangam.