Panchang Today is your everyday compass for planning with clarity, not guesswork. Rooted in the Hindu calendar’s living wisdom, it helps you choose the right mood and moment, whether you’re starting work, travelling, studying, or simply trying to keep peace at home. The Tithi, Nakshatra, Yoga and Karan together show the day’s inner weather, like reading the sky before stepping out. It’s also a gentle way to stay connected to our cultural roots while making mindful decisions. Below are the important Panchang details for August 24, 2026 for India:
Date & Day Details
Date & Day DetailsMonday carries a steady, duty minded rhythm, and today that rhythm is shaped by Shukla Paksh 12 (Dvadasi). Dvadasi is a maturing lunar phase, the Moon has gathered strength and the mind wants closure, order, and clean results. This Tithi is often linked to discipline and spiritual consistency, the kind that doesn’t need drama. You’ll notice it in small choices too, finishing pending calls, settling a misunderstanding, sticking to a food routine, keeping promises. Shukla Paksh 12 (Dvadasi) ends at 06:20:58, and the day then moves into Shukla Paksh 13 (Trayodasi). That shift matters. Dvadasi tends to tidy up, Trayodasi tends to build momentum. If you’ve been waiting for a green signal, your own mind may give it after the early morning change.The Nakshatra is P.Asadha, ending at 20:28:19, followed by U.Asadha. P.Asadha, Purva Ashadha, is traditionally tied to Apah, the deity of sacred waters. Think of a river, persistent, patient, and unstoppable when it finds its course. This star favours cleansing decisions, emotional honesty, and efforts that require persuasion, especially when you’re trying to win support without turning it into an ego battle. It’s a good day to refine a presentation, prepare for an interview, push for approvals, or clear a backlog at work. After 20:28:19, U.Asadha takes over, a more duty driven current, better for commitments and long term responsibilities. So, use the earlier part of the day to convince and align people, and the later part to lock in and follow through.The Moon sits in Sagittarius 19.13, keeping emotions outspoken and ideals high. Sagittarius Moon days can make you crave truth, travel, learning, and bigger meaning. It’s useful, but it can also make you blunt. Say what you mean, yes, but soften the edge. The Moon sign transition happens at 25/08/2026 03:06:17, when it moves into Capricorn. That late night change is like the wind turning from open fields to mountain paths, less talk, more action.Yoga is Priti until 07:04:43, after which Ayushman begins. Priti supports harmony, affection, and cooperation, helpful for smoothing a tense equation at home or work. Ayushman brings a tone of longevity and sustainable growth, better for health routines and long term planning. Karan also adds flavour. Balava runs until 06:20:58 with the Tithi change, then Kaulava follows. Later, Bava continues until 17:22:27, and then Balava returns again. These Karans are practical. They support steady effort, paperwork, routine tasks, and the kind of work that needs patience more than speed.
Auspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat)
Auspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat)The day begins with Brahma Muhurta, 2026-08-24 04:05:53 to 2026-08-24 04:50:37. This is the quiet hour when the world is still half asleep and the mind, if you let it, becomes a clear lake. Meditation, japa, study, and any intention setting works well here. If you’ve been procrastinating on health, even a simple start like stretching and warm water in this slot can set a clean tone.Pratah Sandhya runs from 2026-08-24 04:28:15 to 2026-08-24 05:35:21. It’s ideal for Surya arghya, a short prayer, or reading something uplifting before your phone starts pulling you in ten directions. Abhijit Muhurta falls at 2026-08-24 11:34:41 to 2026-08-24 12:26:01. This is a classic window for tasks that need a lucky push, important emails, job related submissions, starting a new file, or a crucial meeting where you want fewer obstacles.Vijay Muhurta is 2026-08-24 14:08:41 to 2026-08-24 15:00:01. It suits interviews, negotiations, competition, and any moment where confidence matters. Amrit Kalam, 2026-08-24 15:07:07 to 2026-08-24 16:53:55, is a sweeter stretch, good for commitments made from the heart, family discussions, healing conversations, and even planning purchases that are truly necessary.As the day turns amber, Godhuli Muhurta arrives at 2026-08-24 18:25:10 to 2026-08-24 18:47:32. This is beautiful for diya lighting and a calm reset after work. Sayahana Sandhya continues from 2026-08-24 18:25:10 to 2026-08-24 19:32:16, supporting evening prayers and a peaceful family dinner.Choghadiya also gives helpful signposts. Day auspicious periods include Amrit @ 05:34, Shubh @ 08:47, Laabh @ 15:13, and Amrit @ 16:49. At night, Laabh @ 22:37, Shubh @ 25:24, and Amrit @ 26:47 can be used for quiet planning, study, or a heartfelt conversation that you don’t want to rush.
Inauspicious Timings
Inauspicious TimingsRahu Kaal today is 07:11 to 08:47. Rahu represents shadow, confusion, shortcuts, and mixed signals. During this slot, keep your mind clean and your plans simple. Do meditation if you can, or at least sit quietly for five minutes before you step into the day’s noise. Chant Rahu’s mantra, “Om Raam Rahave Namaha”, and avoid starting brand new ventures, signing contracts, lending money, or making big financial commitments. If a tempting offer arrives in this window, pause. Let it breathe.The detailed Rahu Kaal from the verified timings is 2026-08-24 07:11:34 to 2026-08-24 08:47:48. Treat this as a caution zone. It’s fine for routine work, travel already planned, and finishing old tasks, but avoid “first time” actions.Yamaganda runs from 2026-08-24 10:24:01 to 2026-08-24 12:00:15. This period can bring impatience and minor setbacks. If you must attend a meeting then, go prepared, double check documents, and don’t make promises you can’t keep. Gulkai Kaal is 2026-08-24 13:36:29 to 2026-08-24 15:12:42, another time to stay away from risky decisions and impulsive spending.Dur Muhurtam appears twice, 2026-08-24 12:26:01 to 2026-08-24 13:17:01 and again 2026-08-24 15:00:01 to 2026-08-24 15:51:01. These are better used for low stakes tasks, routine admin, or quiet work where you’re not seeking quick approval. Baana (Chora) lasts from 2026-08-24 05:35:21 to 2026-08-24 14:30:21. It suggests being extra careful about misplacing items, misunderstanding messages, or getting pulled into unnecessary distractions. Keep your wallet closed today if you’re buying on a whim.Mrityu Yoga runs from 2026-08-24 04:19:21 to 2026-08-24 05:34:21. Don’t panic, it doesn’t mean doom. It simply advises you to avoid initiating risky tasks in that pre dawn stretch. Varjyam is 2026-08-25 05:18:47 to 2026-08-25 07:04:32, so early tomorrow morning also needs a softer approach.Choghadiya inauspicious markers include Kaal @ 07:11, Rog @ 10:24, and Udveg @ 12:00 in the day, and at night Rog @ 19:49, Kaal @ 21:13, and Udveg @ 24:00. Use these for routine chores, not for bold beginnings.
Rahu Kaal Timings Across India
Rahu Kaal Timings Across IndiaRahu Kaal varies by geographic location across India because it is calculated from local sunrise, and sunrise shifts from place to place due to longitude differences. So even on the same date, different parts of India will have slightly different Rahu Kaal windows. The table below shows Rahu Kaal for major Indian cities.
| City | Rahu Kaal |
|---|---|
| Mumbai | 07:56 – 09:31 |
| Delhi (NCR) | 07:31 – 09:08 |
| Bengaluru | 07:41 – 09:15 |
| Hyderabad | 07:35 – 09:09 |
| Chennai | 07:30 – 09:04 |
| Ahmedabad | 07:54 – 09:30 |
| Pune | 07:52 – 09:27 |
| Kolkata | 06:51 – 08:27 |
| Jaipur | 07:38 – 09:15 |
| Kochi | 07:49 – 09:21 |
| Lucknow | 07:18 – 08:55 |
| Indore | 07:41 – 09:17 |
| Guwahati | 06:35 – 08:12 |
| Chandigarh | 07:31 – 09:08 |
| Surat | 07:54 – 09:30 |
| Visakhapatnam | 07:15 – 08:50 |
| Nagpur | 07:29 – 09:05 |
| Coimbatore | 07:45 – 09:18 |
| Varanasi | 07:11 – 08:47 |
| Bhubaneswar | 07:03 – 08:38 |
Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise & Moonset
Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise & MoonsetSunrise is at 05:34:45, a clean gate opening for the day. In Panchang thinking, sunrise is not just a time, it’s a spiritual reset, the moment to align your mind before the world’s demands start knocking. If you can’t do a full routine, do something small. Wash your face, offer a short prayer, and speak one clear intention.Sunset is at 18:26:13. This is when the mind naturally reviews the day, what went right, what needs repair, what can wait. The evening Sandhya windows given today support that gentle closing.Moonrise is at 03:59:30 PM. With the Moon in Sagittarius, the afternoon can feel like a second wind, you might want to plan, learn, or speak your truth. Choose your words with care. Moonset is at 02:44:53 AM, Aug 25, and the late night carries the quiet shift towards Capricorn at 25/08/2026 03:06:17. If you’re awake then, you may feel your mood turn practical. Not a bad thing. It’s like the monsoon clouds moving on, leaving behind cool air and a clearer road.
Vrat/Festival Information & Recommendations
Vrat/Festival Information & RecommendationsShraavana Somvaar is observed today, and the Hindu month is Shravana. In India, this Monday of Shravan has a special place in the heart because it belongs to Lord Shiva. Shravan is seen as a month when devotion flows easily, like water finding its way to the roots of a thirsty tree. Mondays amplify that Shiva frequency, calm, discipline, inner strength, and the courage to hold steady even when life is noisy.Many families observe a Somvaar vrat by keeping the diet simple, avoiding heavy foods, and focusing on purity of thought. Worship often includes offering water or milk to Shiva, lighting a diya, and chanting Shiva’s names. The deeper idea is not only fasting. It’s training the mind to stay quiet and truthful. Shiva is called Ashutosh, easily pleased, but he’s also the lord of tapasya. So today rewards sincerity more than show.Mythologically, Shravan is tied to the churning of the ocean, when Shiva holds the poison to save creation. That story lands differently on a weekday like Monday. It asks, what poison are you holding inside, anger, jealousy, stubborn pride, and can you hold it without spilling it onto others? A Shraavana Somvaar is an excellent day to apologise without drama, to forgive without keeping score, and to restart a spiritual habit that you dropped.Practical recommendations for the day. In relationships, keep the tone gentle, especially in the morning when Dvadasi is changing at 06:20:58 and Priti Yoga lasts till 07:04:43. Small words can heal. Sharp words can cut. At work, lean into Purva Ashadha’s persuasive power. If you need support from a senior or a team, present your case with facts and calm confidence. Your boss will notice steadiness more than speed today. Financially, avoid impulsive purchases during Rahu Kaal 07:11 to 08:47 and keep decisions for clearer windows like 2026-08-24 11:34:41 to 2026-08-24 12:26:01.Spiritually, give yourself one simple target. A short Shiva chant, a diya at 2026-08-24 18:25:10 to 2026-08-24 18:47:32, and a promise to speak one truth without hurting anyone. That’s enough. Keep your day clean, keep your phone time in check, drink water mindfully, and before sleep write down one habit you’ll do again tomorrow. Actionable advice, pick one auspicious window and do one meaningful thing in it, then protect your focus during Rahu Kaal by avoiding new starts and needless spending.
