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What is Gowri Nalla Neram and Choghadiya?
Gowri Nalla Neram (Tamil tradition) and Choghadiya (North and West Indian tradition) both divide the day and night into eight parts and label each as good, neutral or difficult. Families usually follow one or the other.
The name
Gowri Nalla Neram
Each part is named, for example Amirtham, Dhanam, Laabam or Sugam (good) and Rogam, Visham or Soram (avoid). Tamil families often combine it with Rahu Kalam when choosing a time.
Choghadiya
Each part is named Amrit, Shubh, Labh, Char (good), Udveg, Kaal or Rog (avoid). It is widely used in Gujarat, Rajasthan and Maharashtra for purchases, travel and starting work.
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Which should I follow?
The one your family follows. ChiChakra's Find Good Times lets you choose.
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