Panchang Today is your day’s quiet compass, a practical guide rooted in the Hindu calendar’s old wisdom. It helps you plan with precision, not guesswork, by aligning daily choices with the Moon’s mood, the Nakshatra’s nature, and the day’s shifting auspicious and inauspicious windows. In busy India, where family, work, and faith run side by side, this small check-in keeps you connected to cultural roots and makes your decisions more mindful. What to start, what to pause, what to finish. Below are the important Panchang details for August 21, 2026 for India:
Date & Day Details
Date & Day DetailsAugust 21, 2026 falls on a Friday, a day that naturally leans toward comfort, beauty, relationships, and small pleasures that soothe the heart. The lunar day is Shukla Paksh 9 (Navami), and it remains in force till 23:36:14, after which Shukla Paksh 10 (Dasami) begins. Shukla Navami carries the feeling of rising strength. The Moon is growing brighter, so efforts made now tend to gather momentum. It’s a good tithi for disciplined progress, for taking a plan from “idea” to “execution”, and for correcting the small flaws that can later become big headaches. Think of it like weeding a garden while the soil is still soft.The Nakshatra is Anuradha till 11:53:12, and then it moves into Jyestha. Anuradha is guided by Mitra, the deity of friendship, agreements, and mutual respect. That’s why the first half of the day supports teamwork, reconciliation, and reaching out without ego. A pending message to a colleague. A gentle call to an elder. A fair compromise at home. These acts land well under Anuradha’s sky. After 11:53:12, Jyestha steps in, and the tone shifts. Jyestha has a senior, commanding quality. It can bring focus, leadership, and sharp instincts, but it also tests pride. If you must assert yourself, do it with calm dignity. No unnecessary show of power.The Moon sign today is Scorpio 13.31, which makes feelings intense and private. Scorpio days are not for loud declarations. They are for deep work, honest reflection, and strategic decision-making. You may notice people reading between the lines, so keep communication clean and straightforward. The Moon’s next sign change is at 22/08/2026 14:49:24, when it goes into Sagittarius. Until then, Scorpio keeps the emotional weather concentrated, like clouds gathering before a short, cleansing rain.Yoga is Vaidhriti till 05:18:50, followed by Vishkumbha. Vaidhriti is often considered a little heavy, bringing delays or missteps if we act in haste. Since it ends early, the day improves after dawn. Karan also matters for pace. Balava runs till 10:25:56, supporting steady effort and practical routines. Kaulava continues till 23:36:14, often favouring social coordination and work that needs cooperation. Use the morning for structure, then let the later hours carry conversations and coordination forward.
Auspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat )
Auspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat)The day opens with Brahma Muhurta from 2026-08-21 04:05:10 to 2026-08-21 04:49:38. This is the mind’s clean page. If you’ve been trying to build a habit, start here. Quiet japa, a few Surya Namaskar, or even studying with the phone kept away can set the tone for everything that follows.Pratah Sandhya runs from 2026-08-21 04:27:24 to 2026-08-21 05:34:06. It’s ideal for prayer, offering water to the Sun, and making a short sankalp for the day. Sunrise itself is at 05:33:30, so this window sits close to the day’s spiritual hinge.Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga appears from 2026-08-21 05:34:06 to 2026-08-21 11:52:14. This is a supportive stretch for practical beginnings, like submitting an application, starting a new work file, scheduling a medical appointment, or paying an important bill on time. You’ll feel the day cooperating, like a tailwind on a long commute.Abhijit Muhurta is from 2026-08-21 11:35:18 to 2026-08-21 12:26:54, a classic midday lift for tasks that need clarity and a clean result. Since this overlaps the day’s sensitive zones later, keep Abhijit for focused work, not messy debates.Vijay Muhurta, from 2026-08-21 14:10:06 to 2026-08-21 15:01:42, suits interviews, competitive preparation, and closing a deal where you need confidence. Ravi Yoga begins at 2026-08-21 11:53:14 and continues till 2026-08-22 05:34:31, strengthening initiatives linked to authority, skill, and reputation. If you’ve been waiting for the right time to ask for responsibility, this is a supportive backdrop.As evening comes in, Godhuli Muhurta is from 2026-08-21 18:27:58 to 2026-08-21 18:50:12, and Sayahana Sandhya from 2026-08-21 18:27:58 to 2026-08-21 19:34:40. Both are good for lighting a lamp, family prayer, and calming the home’s atmosphere.Choghadiya also gives a practical rhythm. Day auspicious periods are noted as Laabh @ 07:10, Amrit @ 08:47, and Shubh @ 12:01. At night, look to Laabh @ 21:15, Shubh @ 24:01, and Amrit @ 25:24 for smoother outcomes.
Inauspicious Timings
Inauspicious TimingsRahu Kaal today is from 10:24 to 12:01. This period is linked to Rahu’s restless influence, which can create confusion, impatience, and sudden distractions. Use it for routine work that you already understand. Answer old emails, sort files, clean up the kitchen, finish a report that’s already drafted. Don’t start a new venture, don’t sign contracts, and don’t make big financial calls. Keep your wallet closed today during this window, especially for online shopping temptations.If you feel mentally scattered, a few minutes of chanting can steady you. The Rahu mantra “Om Raam Rahave Namaha” works best when said with attention, not speed. Meditation, breathwork, and quiet reading suit Rahu Kaal. Arguments don’t.Other inauspicious timings also deserve respect. Gulika Kaal runs from 2026-08-21 07:10:50 to 2026-08-21 08:47:34, a time best kept for maintenance tasks rather than bold beginnings. Yamaganda is from 2026-08-21 15:14:30 to 2026-08-21 16:51:14, and it can bring avoidable friction if you push too hard. Plan your important meetings earlier, or keep them strictly agenda-based.Dur Muhurtam appears twice, from 2026-08-21 08:08:54 to 2026-08-21 09:00:54, and again from 2026-08-21 12:26:54 to 2026-08-21 13:18:54. These are not ideal for launching sensitive work or making promises you can’t easily revise. Varjyam, from 2026-08-21 18:10:14 to 2026-08-21 19:57:26, asks you to slow down in the evening. Avoid confrontations at home then. Eat simply, speak less, and let the day settle.A few broader influences are also listed. Visha Yoga runs from 2026-08-20 21:19:06 to 2026-08-21 05:33:06, so the early morning before sunrise is better kept quiet and prayerful. Baana (Nripa) is from 2026-08-21 11:46:06 to 2026-08-22 05:34:31, and Aadal Yoga is from 2026-08-21 11:53:14 to 2026-08-22 05:34:31, both suggesting you should act with maturity and patience, not ego.Choghadiya inauspicious periods remind you where delays can creep in: Kaal @ 10:24, Rog @ 13:38, and Udveg @ 15:15 during the day. At night, Rog @ 18:29, Kaal @ 19:52, Udveg @ 22:38, and Rog @ 28:10 can feel heavy, so keep plans simple and avoid unnecessary travel.
Rahu Kaal Timings Across India
Rahu Kaal Timings Across IndiaRahu Kaal varies by geographic location across India because it is calculated from the local sunrise, and sunrise shifts from place to place due to longitude differences. So the Rahu Kaal you follow should match your local sunrise-based Panchang. The table below shows Rahu Kaal for major Indian cities, to help readers choose the correct window for where they are staying today.
| City | Rahu Kaal |
|---|---|
| Mumbai | 11:06 – 12:41 |
| Delhi (NCR) | 10:46 – 12:24 |
| Bengaluru | 10:49 – 12:22 |
| Hyderabad | 10:44 – 12:19 |
| Chennai | 10:38 – 12:12 |
| Ahmedabad | 11:06 – 12:42 |
| Pune | 11:02 – 12:37 |
| Kolkata | 10:03 – 11:39 |
| Jaipur | 10:52 – 12:29 |
| Kochi | 10:55 – 12:28 |
| Lucknow | 10:32 – 12:09 |
| Indore | 10:53 – 12:29 |
| Guwahati | 09:49 – 11:26 |
| Chandigarh | 10:47 – 12:25 |
| Surat | 11:06 – 12:41 |
| Visakhapatnam | 10:25 – 12:00 |
| Nagpur | 10:41 – 12:16 |
| Coimbatore | 10:52 – 12:25 |
| Varanasi | 10:24 – 12:01 |
| Bhubaneswar | 10:14 – 11:49 |
Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise & Moonset
Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise & MoonsetSunrise is at 05:33:30 and sunset is at 18:29:02. These two points are more than clockwork. Sunrise is the day’s first opening, the moment to set intention and step into discipline. Even a short prayer, a glass of water, and five quiet minutes can change how you respond to stress later.Sunset at 18:29:02 is the natural pause. The mind tends to replay the day’s words and actions after dusk. That’s why the tradition of lamp lighting and Sandhya prayer is so practical. It helps you release what you can’t control and return to what truly matters.Moonrise is at 01:30:32 PM, and Moonset is at 12:03:44 AM, Aug 22. With the Moon in Scorpio, emotions can feel like a deep river. Calm on the surface, strong underneath. After moonrise, you may feel the need for privacy or focused work, and you might prefer fewer people around. Use that wisely. Journal for ten minutes. Review your budget. Tidy one corner of your home. As the Moon sets after midnight, it’s a good time to sleep rather than scroll. Let the mind cool down, like earth after a hot afternoon.
Vrat/Festival Information & Recommendations
Vrat/Festival Information & RecommendationsNo major Vrat or festival is observed today. The Hindu month is Shravana (amanta), a month that naturally turns the mind toward devotion, simplicity, and inner cleanliness. Even without a formal observance, Shravana days reward small acts of faith. A quick temple visit if possible, a diya at home, or a promise to speak with more kindness. Small is fine. Sincere is better.For relationships, Anuradha in the first half supports mending and meeting halfway. If there’s been cold silence at home, break it gently before 11:53:12. Don’t make it dramatic. Ask a simple question, offer tea, or share an everyday update. After Jyestha begins, keep your ego on a short leash. You can be right and still be lonely, isn’t it?For career and work, the Moon in Scorpio helps you concentrate. It’s a good day to handle tasks that need depth, like reviewing an agreement, checking a spreadsheet for errors, preparing for an exam, or researching a new tool for your team. Your boss will notice steady work more than loud talk. Use Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga from 2026-08-21 05:34:06 to 2026-08-21 11:52:14 to start what you’ve been postponing. Then let Vijay Muhurta from 2026-08-21 14:10:06 to 2026-08-21 15:01:42 support a confident presentation or a clear follow-up.For spiritual practice, keep the early morning gentle because Vaidhriti lasts till 05:18:50 and Visha Yoga touches the dawn edge till 2026-08-21 05:33:06. Don’t rush. Pray, bathe, then begin. In the evening, Varjyam from 2026-08-21 18:10:14 to 2026-08-21 19:57:26 asks for fewer arguments and more silence. Light a lamp during Godhuli Muhurta from 2026-08-21 18:27:58 to 2026-08-21 18:50:12, and keep dinner simple.Close the day like you’d close a window before rain, with care. Pick one important task to start before 11:52:14, avoid major decisions from 10:24 to 12:01, and end the evening with ten minutes of prayer or quiet breathing. Actionable advice: write your top three tasks on paper, finish the hardest one before lunch, and keep your phone away for the last 30 minutes before sleep.
