sentences:  It is somewhat a ready-reckoner, or the first source, before one approaches a priest or an astrologer to decide on the details.Even "non-believers" amongst Hindus and those who are not Hindus often consult a "panjika" for much of the practical information it publishes.It also records Muslim, Christian and other festivals, dates of birth and death of many leading personalities and carries informative articles on astrology.