Tithi
Ashtami Meaning
Ashtami is the eighth lunar day, used for Janmashtami and Durga Ashtami. In panchang, tithi is calculated from the angular distance between the Sun and Moon, so its start and end time can vary by location.
In Simple Terms
Ashtami is the eighth lunar day, used for Janmashtami and Durga Ashtami. Its exact use depends on the wider panchang context: tithi, nakshatra, yoga, karana, vaara, and local sunrise.