About Jayanti (Hinduism)

In Hindu mythology, Jayanti is the daughter of Indra, the king of the devas and ruler of Svarga, and his consort Shachi. She is described as the wife of Shukra, the god of the planet Venus and the guru of the asuras. Their union results in the birth of a daughter, Devayani. Jayanti is described as the sister of Jayanta.Jayanti also refers to one of the eight eternal companions (Ashtanayika) of Goddes Durga.