Today Panchang in Hindi: Complete Daily Reading

Reviewed by Dr. Meenakshi Sharma, M.A. Sanskrit & Vedic Studies, Varanasi — as of May 2026.

Reading today's Panchang in Hindi is an essential daily practice for millions of Hindi-speaking households across India. As of 2026, the Panchang remains the primary reference for scheduling important activities, observing fasts, celebrating festivals, and planning travel and business decisions in North Indian communities. The Hindi-language Panchang contains the same five core elements as the Sanskrit original — Tithi, Vaar, Nakshatra, Yoga, and Karan — plus a set of supplementary timing entries that Hindi-speaking users consult daily. This guide explains every term you will encounter in today's Panchang reading, with clear Hindi terminology and practical guidance for daily use. For the live Panchang for your city, visit /panchang. For your personal chart, use the /birth-chart-calculator.

> Answer capsule: Today's Panchang in Hindi includes: Tithi (tithi/lunar day), Vaar (weekday), Nakshatra (nakshatra/lunar asterism), Yoga (yoga), Karan (karan/half-day quality), plus Shubh Muhurat, Rahu Kaal, Yamaganda Kaal, Gulika Kaal, Surya Uday/Asta, and Chandrodaya — all listed in Hindi in standard North Indian Panchangs.

Tithi (तिथि) is the first element of the Panchang — the lunar day. In everyday Hindi usage, Tithi refers to the specific day within the Hindu lunar month. When someone says "Aaj kaun si tithi hai?" (What Tithi is today?), they are asking which of the 30 lunar days the current day corresponds to.

The 30 Tithis have common Hindi names used daily across India:

Shukla Paksha (Sudi/Shudi — Bright Fortnight): Pratipada (Parva/Padwa), Dvitiya (Dooj/Dwitiya), Tritiya (Teej/Tritiya), Chaturthi (Chauth), Panchami (Pancham), Shashthi (Chhath), Saptami (Satam/Saptami), Ashtami (Aatham/Ashtami), Navami (Navami), Dashami (Dasam/Dashami), Ekadashi (Gyaras/Ekadashi), Dvadashi (Baras/Dvadashi), Trayodashi (Teras/Trayodashi), Chaturdashi (Chaudas/Chaturdashi), Purnima (Poornima/Poonam — Full Moon).

Krishna Paksha (Vadi/Badi — Dark Fortnight): Same numbered Tithis with Krishna prefix, ending at Amavasya (Amavs — New Moon).

For daily planning, the Tithi tells you which lunar day governs today. Purnima (full moon) and Ekadashi are important fasting days. Amavasya is the day for ancestor rites (Pitru Tarpan). Chaturthi is observed for Lord Ganesha.

> Answer capsule: Tithi in Hindi Panchang corresponds to the lunar day number within the current fortnight. Common names: Ekadashi (Gyaras), Purnima (Poornima), Amavasya (Amavs). The Tithi governs religious observances — fasting days, deity-specific worship days, and dates of major festivals are all tied to specific Tithis.

Vaar (वार) is the weekday — identical in concept to the English day of the week, but with planetary rulers that shape daily activity recommendations.

The seven Vaars in Hindi:

Vaar | Planet | English

• Ravivaar (रविवार) — Surya (Sun) — Sunday
• Somvaar (सोमवार) — Chandra (Moon) — Monday
• Mangalvaar (मंगलवार) — Mangal (Mars) — Tuesday
• Budhvaar (बुधवार) — Budh (Mercury) — Wednesday
• Guruvaar/Brihaspativaar — Guru (Jupiter) — Thursday
• Shukravaar (शुक्रवार) — Shukra (Venus) — Friday
• Shanivaar (शनिवार) — Shani (Saturn) — Saturday

In Hindi-language Panchang tradition, Guruvaar (Thursday) is considered the most auspicious day for new starts, education, and religious activities. Somvaar (Monday) is sacred to Lord Shiva — Monday fasts (Somvar vrat) are widely observed. Shanivaar (Saturday) is associated with Shani dev and is observed with specific rituals (Shani Shanti) by those experiencing Saturn-related challenges.

> Answer capsule: Vaar is the weekday with its planetary ruler. In Hindi-speaking communities, Guruvaar (Thursday/Jupiter) is the most auspicious for new ventures. Somvaar (Monday) is Shiva's day — widely observed with fasting. Mangalvaar (Tuesday) is observed for Hanuman ji. Each Vaar carries distinct religious observances in North Indian tradition.

Nakshatra (नक्षत्र) is the asterism (star cluster) the Moon occupies today. The Panchang lists the Moon's current Nakshatra and the time it transitions to the next one.

The 27 Nakshatras by their common Hindi names (same as Sanskrit IAST names with slight regional pronunciation variation): Ashvini, Bharani, Krittika, Rohini, Mrigashira, Ardra, Punarvasu, Pushya, Ashlesha, Magha, Purva Phalguni, Uttara Phalguni, Hasta, Chitra, Swati, Vishakha, Anuradha, Jyeshtha, Mula, Purva Ashadha, Uttara Ashadha, Shravana, Dhanishtha, Shatabhisha, Purva Bhadrapada, Uttara Bhadrapada, Revati.

Each Nakshatra has a presiding deity (devata), a ruling planet (swami graha), and specific activity associations. In everyday Hindi-language Panchang use: 1. Pushya Nakshatra: Universally the most auspicious — called Pushya Yoga when combined with Thursday. 2. Rohini Nakshatra: Extremely auspicious — Lord Krishna was born under Rohini. 3. Mula Nakshatra: Generally avoided for new starts. 4. Ardra Nakshatra: Stormy — related to Rudra (Shiva in his fierce form).

The daily Nakshatra in Hindi Panchang is also used for determining Janma Nakshatra Dasha (the auspiciousness of the day relative to your birth Nakshatra).

> Answer capsule: Today's Nakshatra in Hindi Panchang shows the Moon's asterism. For daily planning: Pushya is best, Rohini is auspicious for beginnings and agricultural work, Mula and Ardra are avoided for new starts. Your Janma Nakshatra (birth Nakshatra) has a specific relationship with today's Nakshatra that personalizes the day's quality for you.

Yoga (योग) in the Panchang context — not physical yoga — is the daily Sun-Moon combination quality. The Panchang lists the Yoga name and the time it transitions to the next Yoga.

Key Yogas to know in Hindi Panchang reading:

Shubh Yogas (auspicious): Siddha Yoga, Shiva Yoga, Amrit Yoga, Siddhi Yoga — these are excellent for new starts, ceremonies, and important decisions.

Ashubh Yogas (inauspicious, listed cautiously in Hindi Panchangs): 1. Vishkambha Yoga — obstacles, avoid new starts 2. Vaidhriti Yoga — nothing holds, avoid starting permanent ventures 3. Vyatipata Yoga — very inauspicious, all new starts avoided 4. Shoola Yoga — painful, avoid ceremonies

In everyday Hindi Panchang reading, the Yoga is the element that most people check second-to-last (after Tithi, Vaar, and Nakshatra). If the Yoga is inauspicious, it is a strong caution even when the other elements are good.

> Answer capsule: Panchang Yoga in Hindi is the daily Sun-Moon combination quality. Nine Yogas are inauspicious — Vishkambha, Vaidhriti, and Vyatipata are the most avoided. Siddha and Amrit Yoga are the most auspicious. The Yoga appears in the Hindi Panchang with its transition time, allowing planning around the inauspicious window.

Karan (करण) is the half-Tithi period — approximately 6 hours of the day. The Panchang lists the current Karan and when it changes.

In Hindi Panchang tradition, the Karan most prominently warned against is Vishti Karan (also called Bhadra). The phrase "Vishti mein kaam mat karo" (do not work in Vishti) is a common household saying in North India. Bhadra is particularly associated with inauspiciousness in Holi and Raksha Bandhan contexts — classical tradition prescribes that Holika Dahan and Rakhi-tying should not be performed during Bhadra.

Vanija Karan (merchant's half-day) is favorable for commerce. Bava Karan is auspicious for ceremonies. These are noted in the Hindi Panchang alongside the Vishti warnings.

> Answer capsule: Karan in Hindi Panchang is the half-Tithi quality indicator. Vishti Karan (Bhadra) is the most warned-against element in North Indian tradition — the saying "Vishti mein kaam mat karo" is widely known. Bhadra restrictions are explicitly applied to Holika Dahan and Raksha Bandhan timing in classical North Indian Panchang tradition.

Shubh Muhurat (शुभ मुहूर्त) is the section of the Hindi Panchang that lists the day's best time windows for auspicious activities. It typically includes:

1. Abhijit Muhurat — the daily noon window (approximately 11:45 AM to 12:33 PM, varying by city) 2. Brahma Muhurat — the pre-dawn window (approximately 4:00–5:30 AM, varying by city and season) 3. Amrit Kaal — the Moon-position-based nectar window 4. Activity-specific Muhuratas for travel, medical procedures, commerce — when favorable

In Hindi Panchang tradition, Shubh Muhurat is the most practically consulted section for households. Before a child's first day of school (Vidyarambha), before signing a house deed (Griha Pravesh), before a wedding — the Shubh Muhurat section is the first reference.

> Answer capsule: The Shubh Muhurat section of the Hindi Panchang lists Abhijit Muhurat, Brahma Muhurat, and Amrit Kaal timings for the day. This is the most practically used section — consulted before school first days, house purchases, wedding ceremonies, and any important new activity. Times are city-specific in modern digital Hindi Panchangs.

Rahu Kaal (राहु काल) is listed in every Hindi Panchang as the 90-minute daily inauspicious period. In North Indian Hindi tradition, Rahu Kaal is observed with the same seriousness as in South Indian Tamil tradition — though some traditional North Indian families observe it strictly only for major decisions, not for daily routine.

The common Hindi understanding: "Rahu Kaal mein naya kaam shuru mat karo" (do not start any new work during Rahu Kaal). The weekday pattern is the same as described in the complete Rahu Kalam article — the approximate times for a standard 6 AM sunrise city are listed in the Panchang daily.

In Hindi-speaking regions, Rahu Kaal is also called Rahu Kalam interchangeably — both terms are understood across India.

> Answer capsule: Rahu Kaal appears in every Hindi Panchang as the daily no-new-starts period. The common household rule: no new work begun during Rahu Kaal. Times vary by city and day. The Panchang lists both start and end time of Rahu Kaal for the current day.

Yamaganda Kaal (यमगण्ड काल) and Gulika Kaal (गुलिक काल) are the second and third daily inauspicious periods. In Hindi Panchang tradition:

1. Yamaganda is associated with Yama (the deity of time and death) and is observed especially for activities affecting health and vital decisions. 2. Gulika is associated with Shani's progeny and is observed particularly for commercial and legal decisions.

Both are listed daily in the Panchang with start and end times. The three inauspicious periods together — Rahu Kaal, Yamaganda, and Gulika — are sometimes jointly referred to as "teen kaal" (three periods) in Hindi household usage.

> Answer capsule: Yamaganda Kaal and Gulika Kaal are the second and third daily inauspicious periods, listed alongside Rahu Kaal in the Hindi Panchang. Together the three are sometimes called "teen kaal" in North Indian household usage. Yamaganda emphasizes health-critical decisions; Gulika emphasizes commercial and legal new starts.

Surya Uday (सूर्य उदय) and Surya Asta (सूर्य अस्त) are the sunrise and sunset times listed in the Panchang for the current city and date.

These are not merely informational — all Panchang timing calculations (Rahu Kaal, Choghadiya, Abhijit Muhurat, Brahma Muhurat) depend on the local sunrise and sunset times. The Panchang is city-specific because of this dependency.

In Hindi household practice, Surya Uday and Surya Asta also mark the times for: 1. Pratah Sandhya (morning twilight prayer) — at or just after sunrise 2. Sayam Sandhya (evening twilight prayer) — at or just before sunset 3. Pradosh Kaal — the sacred evening window approximately 1.5 hours before sunset, particularly observed on Trayodashi for Shiva worship

> Answer capsule: Surya Uday (sunrise) and Surya Asta (sunset) in the Hindi Panchang are not just informational — they are the foundation of all Panchang timing calculations. Pratah Sandhya prayer aligns with sunrise; Sayam Sandhya with sunset; Pradosh Kaal begins 1.5 hours before sunset on Trayodashi for Shiva worship.

Chandrodaya (चंद्रोदय) is the moonrise time listed in the Panchang. Moonrise timing matters for:

1. Karva Chauth fast breaking: The Karva Chauth fast is broken after sighting the moon at moonrise — the exact moonrise time for the woman's location is essential. 2. Chandra Darshan: The sighting of the new crescent moon after Amavasya, which marks the beginning of Shukla Paksha in the visible sky. 3. Purnima observations: Full moon rituals and the Satyanarayan Katha are timed around the full moon's rise. 4. Chandrashtama (Moon in the 8th from birth sign): Some traditions check moonrise against the Moon's current position relative to the birth chart.

Chandrodaya times vary significantly by date — near Purnima, the moon rises around sunset. Near Amavasya, it rises around sunrise (and is not visible). Knowing the moonrise time from the Panchang is essential for these specific observances.

> Answer capsule: Chandrodaya (moonrise) is critical for Karva Chauth fast-breaking, Chandra Darshan after Amavasya, and Purnima rituals. The moon rises around sunset on Purnima and around sunrise on Amavasya. City-specific Chandrodaya times in the Hindi Panchang ensure accurate timing of these Moon-dependent observances.

A complete Hindi Panchang reading for today follows this sequence:

1. Hindu Tithi: Note the date — month, paksha, Tithi number (e.g., Vaishakha Shukla Navami). 2. Vaar: Note the weekday and its ruling planet. 3. Nakshatra: Note which Nakshatra the Moon is in and when it changes. 4. Yoga: Note the current Yoga — is it auspicious or among the 9 inauspicious Yogas? 5. Karan: Note the current Karan — is Vishti/Bhadra active? 6. Surya Uday/Asta: Note sunrise and sunset for the city. 7. Chandrodaya: Note moonrise — relevant for specific observances. 8. Rahu Kaal, Yamaganda, Gulika: Note all three inauspicious periods and mark them off the day. 9. Shubh Muhurat: Identify today's auspicious windows (Abhijit Muhurat, Amrit Kaal, favorable Choghadiya slots). 10. Festivals/Vrats listed for today: Note any special observance — Ekadashi vrat, Sankranti, deity-specific day.

> Answer capsule: Full Hindi Panchang reading: (1) Hindu date/Tithi, (2) Vaar, (3) Nakshatra, (4) Yoga, (5) Karan, (6) Surya Uday/Asta, (7) Chandrodaya, (8) three inauspicious periods, (9) Shubh Muhurat, (10) festivals/vrats. Reading in this sequence ensures no element is missed and the day's auspicious windows are clearly identified.

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1. How do I read today's Panchang in Hindi online? AstroSight's Panchang at /panchang displays the complete daily Panchang in Hindi-friendly terminology for any Indian city. All five limbs, Rahu Kaal, Shubh Muhurat, and auspicious periods are listed.

2. What does "Aaj ki tithi kya hai" mean? It means "What is today's Tithi?" — asking which specific lunar day within the current fortnight today corresponds to. The Tithi is the most commonly checked element of the daily Panchang in Hindi-speaking households.

3. What is the difference between Panchang and Jantri? Jantri (or Jantari) is the annual printed almanac widely used in Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Punjab — it includes the Panchang information for every day of the year along with festival dates, planetary transit dates, and regional information. Panchang is the general term; Jantri is the specific regional format of the annual Panchang publication.

4. What does "Shubh Muhurat dekho" mean? It means "Check the auspicious time" — the common instruction given to family members before any important activity. It refers to consulting the Shubh Muhurat section of the Panchang to find a favorable window.

5. How do I know if today's Nakshatra is good for me personally? Your personal Nakshatra relationship is based on the distance between today's Moon Nakshatra and your Janma Nakshatra (birth Nakshatra). Specific distances (1st, 3rd, 6th, 7th, 10th, 11th) are generally favorable; others (2nd, 5th, 8th, 9th) require more care. A Vedic astrologer or a birth chart tool like /birth-chart-calculator can identify your Janma Nakshatra.

6. What is Panchak in the Hindi Panchang? Panchak is a period of approximately 5 days when the Moon transits the last five Nakshatras (Dhanishtha, Shatabhisha, Purva Bhadrapada, Uttara Bhadrapada, Revati). During Panchak, certain activities are avoided: cutting wood, roof construction, and cremation with wood (some traditions). Panchak is listed in traditional North Indian Panchangs.

7. What is Chandrashtama in the Hindi Panchang context? Chandrashtama is the period when the Moon is transiting the 8th sign from your Janma Rashi (birth Moon sign). During this approximately 2.5-day period, the Moon is in an inauspicious position relative to your birth chart. Some people observe extra caution for important decisions during their personal Chandrashtama, even if the general Panchang is favorable.

8. What are the most important Tithis for fasting in Hindi tradition? Ekadashi (11th Tithi) — the most universally observed fast, twice monthly. Purnima (full moon) — widely observed. Amavasya (new moon) — observed for ancestor rites. Chaturthi — Ganesh Chaturthi fast. Saptami — Surya Saptami fast. Monday (Somvar) fast for Shiva is weekday-based, not Tithi-based.

9. How do I find the Hindu date equivalent of a Gregorian date in 2026? AstroSight's Panchang at /panchang displays the Hindu calendar date (month, paksha, Tithi) for any Gregorian date. The Hindu calendar year 2026 CE corresponds primarily to Vikram Samvat 2082–2083.

10. Which festivals fall in which Hindi month in 2026? Major alignments in 2026: Holi in Phalguna (March), Ram Navami in Chaitra (April), Akshaya Tritiya in Vaishakha (April/May), Janmashtami in Bhadrapada (August), Ganesh Chaturthi in Bhadrapada (September), Navratri and Dussehra in Ashvin (October), Diwali in Kartika (October/November), Dev Deepawali in Kartika (November). Exact dates shift annually with the lunar calendar.