Jyeshtha Nakshatra
| Number | 18 |
| Ruling deity | Indra |
| Ruling planet | Mercury |
| Gana | Rakshasa gana |
| Symbol | Earring / umbrella |
| Name syllables | नो, या, यी, यू |
Overview
Jyeshtha is one of the 27 nakshatras. Its ruling deity is Indra and its ruling planet is Mercury, and it belongs to the Rakshasa gana. In the Namkaran ceremony, the first syllable of the child's name is chosen according to this nakshatra's pada.
⚠️ This information is based on traditional panchang calculations and is meant as general guidance. For important ceremonies such as marriage or Griha Pravesh, please confirm the muhurat with a qualified pandit or acharya. Timings can shift slightly by city as sunrise and sunset differ.