Question 1

Which cities does it work for?

Accepted Answer

The city you choose. Mihira uses that city’s sunrise, sunset and time zone, so the times match the place where you live. You can change the city at any time.

Question 2

Is it free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Everything in Mihira is free during the beta, with no ads.

Question 3

Amanta or Purnimanta?

Accepted Answer

Both. Choose the month naming your family uses.

Question 4

Which traditions does it follow?

Accepted Answer

Where traditions differ, Mihira shows the common date first, says which tradition it follows, and notes the alternative. Customs without a text, such as Rahu Kalam, are labelled “Traditional practice”.

Question 5

Does it tell my horoscope or sell remedies?

Accepted Answer

No. Mihira shows timing from the panchang and the reasons behind it. It makes no predictions and sells no gemstones, pujas or remedies.

Question 6

Do I need an account?

Accepted Answer

No. The panchang is calculated on your iPhone, and there is no account to make.

Question 7

How do I say “Mihira”?

Accepted Answer

mi-hi-ra, three short syllables. मिहिर is a Sanskrit word for the sun.

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