Panchang Today is your daily compass, drawn from the quiet mathematics of the Hindu calendar and the living rhythm of the sky. It helps you plan with precision, not just for “good timing”, but for calmer choices, cleaner intentions, and fewer regrets.
The Tithi shows the Moon’s mood, the Nakshatra colours your effort, and the Muhurat windows tell you when the day opens like a lotus. Staying in touch with this wisdom keeps us rooted in culture while still making practical, mindful decisions for work, home, and health. Below are the important Panchang details for April 16, 2026 for India:
Date & Day Details
Date & Day DetailsThursday carries a steady, duty-first flavour, and today that seriousness is sharpened by Krishan Paksh 14 (Chaturdasi).
This Tithi is the fourteenth day of the waning Moon, a phase that naturally supports closure, cleansing, and honest self-review. The mind tends to spot what’s pending, what’s messy, what’s been avoided. That’s not bad news. It’s the Moon acting like a mirror. Krishan Paksh 14 (Chaturdasi) remains active until 20:11:26, after which the next step arrives as Krishan Paksh 15 (Amavas).
So, keep the day practical. Finish the call you delayed. Clear the email backlog.
Pay the bill you keep pushing. Spiritual work also lands well because Chaturdasi asks for inner courage, especially when emotions feel heavy or uncertain.The Nakshatra is U.Bhadrapada, staying till 13:58:38, and then shifting to Revati. U.Bhadrapada is linked with depth, quiet intensity, and the ability to sit with serious subjects without running away. It suits research, problem-solving, and any work that needs maturity.
You may notice people speaking less but meaning more. After 13:58:38, Revati’s softer current begins, bringing a gentler tone. Revati supports completion, guidance, travel planning, and compassionate communication.
If you’re scheduling the day, keep the heavier work and disciplined tasks in the U.Bhadrapada half, then move to smoother coordination and wrap-ups as Revati takes over.The Moon sign is Pisces 11.40, which makes feelings porous, imaginative, and sometimes a little too absorbent.
You might pick up other people’s moods while commuting or sitting in meetings, so protect your focus. The Moon sign changes at 17/04/2026 12:02:04, moving next into Aries, but for today in India, Pisces continues to set the emotional background. Choose calm, avoid gossip, and don’t carry other people’s stress home.Yoga today is Indra till 10:37:18, followed by Vaidhriti. Indra Yoga often gives a push for achievement and confidence, like clear morning sunlight.
Use the earlier hours for initiative. Vaidhriti, later, can feel like friction or delays, so keep buffers in your schedule.Karan also shows the day’s texture. Visti runs till 09:25:35, then Sakuni till 20:11:26, and then Catuspada begins. Visti can bring restlessness if you rush. Sakuni has a crafty, strategic edge, good for planning and checking fine print, but not ideal for impulsive promises. Work with it wisely.
Think, verify, then act.
Auspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat)
Auspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat)Some days feel like a straight road. Others feel like a road with green signals placed at the right distance. Today gives you a few such signals, if you use them with care.Brahma Muhurta runs from 2026-04-16 04:05:11 to 2026-04-16 04:50:03. This is the best time for prayer, quiet reading, mantra, or even a simple walk before the world starts making demands.
The mind is clean then, like a river before the crowd arrives.Pratah Sandhya from 2026-04-16 04:27:37 to 2026-04-16 05:34:55 supports daily worship, Surya arghya, and setting intentions for the day. If you’ve been irregular with your routine, return to basics here. Small discipline, big payoff.Amrit Kalam falls between 2026-04-16 09:27:48 and 2026-04-16 10:58:08. This window is lovely for sending an important message, starting a study session, opening a discussion with family, or doing work that needs a clear head.
It’s also good for health-related steps, like beginning a diet plan or booking a check-up.Abhijit Muhurta arrives at 2026-04-16 11:32:23 to 2026-04-16 12:23:27. Use it for key decisions, presentations, interviews, or anything where you want the day to back you up. It’s a practical blessing, not a magical shortcut.Vijay Muhurta from 2026-04-16 14:05:35 to 2026-04-16 14:56:39 supports victory through steady effort.
Still, remember it overlaps the broader afternoon sensitivity because Rahu Kaal also runs in this zone by clock hours. Keep your actions clean and avoid shortcuts.Godhuli Muhurta is from 2026-04-16 18:21:06 to 2026-04-16 18:43:32, with Sayahana Sandhya continuing from 2026-04-16 18:21:06 to 2026-04-16 19:28:24. Light a lamp, sit with family, and let the day settle. Nishita Muhurta is 2026-04-16 23:35:10 to 2026-04-17 00:20:02, traditionally strong for Shiva-focused prayer.Choghadiya also offers supportive beats: day auspicious periods include “Shubh @ 05:35”, “Laabh @ 11:58”, “Amrit @ 13:33”, and “Shubh @ 16:45”. Night auspicious periods include “Amrit @ 18:21”, “Laabh @ 23:57”, “Shubh @ 26:45”, and “Amrit @ 28:09”. Pick one and do your most meaningful work there.
Inauspicious Timings
Inauspicious TimingsRahu Kaal today is from 13:33 to 15:09. This is a period linked with Rahu’s foggy influence, where choices can get impulsive, misunderstandings rise fast, and people promise more than they can deliver.
During Rahu Kaal, stick to routine work. Meditation is good, silent japa is better, and the simple Rahu mantra “Om Raam Rahave Namaha” can steady the mind. Avoid signing contracts, starting a new venture, lending money, or making a big purchase.
Keep your wallet closed today, at least in that window.As per the inauspicious timings recorded, rahu_kaal appears as 2026-04-16 13:33:46 to 2026-04-16 15:09:33. Gulika Kaal runs from 2026-04-16 08:46:27 to 2026-04-16 10:22:14.
Gulika is often associated with delays and avoidable hurdles, so don’t schedule your most important meeting inside it if you can help it.Yamaganda is from 2026-04-16 05:34:55 to 2026-04-16 07:10:41. It’s best used for routine morning tasks. Keep the serious decisions for later. Dur Muhurtam appears twice, from 2026-04-16 09:50:15 to 2026-04-16 10:41:15, and again from 2026-04-16 14:56:39 to 2026-04-16 15:47:39.
These are the kind of periods where small mistakes can become big annoyances, so double-check travel plans, attachments before sending, and any financial entry.There is Baana (Mrityu) from 2026-04-16 05:34:55 to 2026-04-16 10:32:55, followed by Baana (Agni) from 2026-04-16 10:32:55 to 2026-04-17 05:33:59. Panchaka is active from 2026-04-16 05:34:55 to 2026-04-17 05:33:59. Also note vidaal_yoga from 2026-04-16 13:59:48 to 2026-04-17 05:33:59, a combination that can make the mind sharp but impatient.
Varjyam falls at 2026-04-17 01:04:16 to 2026-04-17 02:32:23, so if you’re awake, keep the hour quiet and avoid starting anything new then.Choghadiya inauspicious periods are worth respecting too: day inauspicious includes “Rog @ 07:10”, “Udveg @ 08:46”, and “Kaal @ 15:09”. Night inauspicious includes “Rog @ 21:09”, “Kaal @ 22:33”, and “Udveg @ 25:21”. Use these for rest, routine, and reflection, not fresh launches.
Rahu Kaal Timings Across India
Rahu Kaal Timings Across IndiaRahu Kaal changes from place to place across India because it is calculated using local sunrise, and sunrise shifts with longitude from one region to another. That’s why the start and end can differ even on the same date. The table below shows the Rahu Kaal timings for major Indian cities, so you can match it with your location before planning a key task.
| City | Rahu Kaal |
|---|---|
| Mumbai | 14:13 – 15:47 |
| Delhi (NCR) | 13:57 – 15:34 |
| Bengaluru | 13:52 – 15:26 |
| Hyderabad | 13:50 – 15:24 |
| Chennai | 13:42 – 15:15 |
| Ahmedabad | 14:14 – 15:50 |
| Pune | 14:08 – 15:42 |
| Kolkata | 13:11 – 14:46 |
| Jaipur | 14:02 – 15:38 |
| Kochi | 13:57 – 15:30 |
| Lucknow | 13:42 – 15:18 |
| Indore | 14:01 – 15:37 |
| Guwahati | 12:59 – 14:34 |
| Chandigarh | 13:59 – 15:36 |
| Surat | 14:13 – 15:48 |
| Visakhapatnam | 13:30 – 15:05 |
| Nagpur | 13:48 – 15:23 |
| Coimbatore | 13:54 – 15:27 |
| Varanasi | 13:33 – 15:09 |
| Bhubaneswar | 13:21 – 14:56 |
Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise & Moonset
Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise & MoonsetSunrise is at 05:35:02, and it sets the spiritual tone for the whole day.
A clean start matters more on Krishna Paksha Chaturdasi, because the waning Moon energy supports letting go. If possible, begin with a bath, a short prayer, or even two minutes of stillness before the day’s noise begins.Sunset comes at 18:21:07. Evening is when emotions tend to pool, especially with the Moon in Pisces. Use the transition into night as a reset. Wash your face, change clothes, light a lamp during Sayahana Sandhya, and speak a little softer at home.
Small things prevent big friction.Moonset is at 05:19:45 PM, and moonrise is at 05:02:15 AM, Apr 17. That late moonrise is typical of this phase and reminds us that clarity can come a bit late in the cycle. If you’re waiting for an answer from someone, don’t force it today. Let the night mature. The sky is teaching patience, like a seed under soil, working quietly before it breaks open.
Vrat/Festival Information & Recommendations
Vrat/Festival Information & RecommendationsMasik Shivaratri Vrat is observed today, based on Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi, the monthly Shiva night fast.
This observance comes with a simple but powerful idea. When the Moon is at its darkest edge, we turn towards Shiva, the still centre, and ask for steadiness. Many people keep a fast, some take fruits and milk, some do a single satvik meal, and many stay away from anger, gossip, and intoxicants. The spirit is not punishment.
It’s cleansing.If you follow the vrat, keep the day clean and light. Offer water to Shiva, and if possible, do a short evening prayer during the quieter hours.
Nishita Muhurta from 2026-04-16 23:35:10 to 2026-04-17 00:20:02 is traditionally associated with Shiva worship, so even a few minutes of mantra or silent prayer then can feel deeply settling. Chaturdasi itself encourages courage, so it’s a good day to ask for inner strength, not only outer results.This day falls in Chaitra (amanta) and Vaishakha (purnimanta). That overlap is a reminder of transition, like the last warm breeze before a new season settles in.
So keep your goals realistic. Focus on what you can actually complete before night.For relationships, speak plainly and avoid mind games. Pisces Moon can make people sensitive, and U.Bhadrapada can make them silent. A small misunderstanding can grow if you keep guessing. Ask once, listen properly, then let it rest.For career and work, use the morning to take initiative while Indra Yoga lasts till 10:37:18. After that, Vaidhriti can bring delays, so keep extra time for approvals, traffic, and back-and-forth calls.
If a colleague seems stubborn, don’t push. Put it in writing, schedule a follow-up, and move on.For spiritual practice, keep it simple and steady. A lamp in the evening, a short Shiva mantra, and one act of kindness without announcing it. That’s enough.End the day with one clear step: finish one pending task before 20:11:26, keep your spending cautious during 13:33 to 15:09, and set aside ten quiet minutes near bedtime for “Om Namah Shivaya”. Then sleep early. Let tomorrow’s answers come on their own.
