Panchang Today is your everyday guide to living with better timing, not just better speed. It comes from the Hindu calendar’s quiet wisdom, where the Moon’s mood, the day’s star, and the rise and fall of light all matter.
When you plan with these cues, even routine things feel smoother, like rowing with the current instead of against it. It also keeps you close to your cultural roots while helping you make mindful choices about work, travel, purchases, and prayers. Below are the important Panchang details for April 04, 2026 for India:
Date & Day Details
Date & Day DetailsSaturday carries a sober, steady flavour, and today’s lunar backdrop supports that.
The Tithi is Krishan Paksh 2 (Dvitiya), ending at 10:09:14, after which Krishan Paksh 3 (Tritiya) begins. Dvitiya in the Krishna Paksha is like the second step into a dimmer corridor, the Moon is waning, the mind turns inward, and you start noticing what needs fixing, not what needs showing off. It’s a fine phase for clearing pending tasks, doing repair work at home, simplifying a cluttered schedule, and having honest conversations that don’t need an audience.
Since the Tithi changes at 10:09:14, keep the morning for softer starts and basic follow ups, then push important meetings or decision making to the later half when Tritiya brings a little more momentum.The Nakshatra is Swati, ending at 21:35:29, and then Vishakha takes over. Swati is ruled by Vayu, the wind god. That tells you everything. Swati days favour movement, trade, communication, learning, and flexible plans.
You can negotiate well today if you stay polite and don’t get stuck on ego. The wind can also scatter attention, so keep your to do list short and visible, otherwise you’ll be busy and still feel unfinished.
As Swati continues till 21:35:29, the day supports networking, interviews, sales calls, and travel that needs quick thinking. After that, Vishakha brings a more goal driven, determined tone, good for commitment and longer conversations, especially at night.The Moon sits in Libra 11.58 for most of the day, and then shifts to Scorpio at 05/04/2026 17:27:59. Libra Moon makes people seek balance, fairness, and a clean agreement. You might feel like smoothing over a disagreement at home, or making peace with a colleague. Good instinct. Still, avoid over pleasing. Once the Moon moves into Scorpio later, emotions deepen and people become less flexible. So if you want to settle a matter with family, a partner, or a work team, do it before 05/04/2026 17:27:59.
After the shift, keep conversations simple. Don’t fish for hidden meanings.Yoga is Harsana till 14:17:13, followed by Vajra. Harsana carries a cheerful, encouraging current. It helps when you need confidence, presentation skills, or a light touch in negotiations. After 14:17:13, Vajra can feel sharp and uncompromising, like a hard shell. That’s useful for discipline and cutting distractions, but it can also make words land like stones.
Speak with care in the afternoon.Karan shows Gara till 10:09:14, then Vanij till 23:01:42. Gara supports steady work, routines, and practical steps. Vanij is the merchant’s Karan, good for buying and selling, billing, marketing, and closing small deals, especially after the morning Tithi shift. Keep it straightforward. The cosmic message today is simple. Move like the wind, but keep your feet on the ground.
Auspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat)
Auspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat)Your best start is Brahma Muhurta from 2026-04-04 04:14:44 to 2026-04-04 05:00:44.
This is the day’s clearest air. The mind is quiet, and prayers settle deeper. If you’ve been trying to build a daily habit, start here. A short japa, reading, or even planning your day in a notebook will stick better.Pratah Sandhya runs from 2026-04-04 04:37:44 to 2026-04-04 05:46:44, a gentle bridge into sunrise. It’s ideal for Surya arghya, simple breathing, and a calm breakfast prep. Then the day opens into Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga from 2026-04-04 05:46:44 to 2026-04-04 21:34:48.
This is a broad blessing window, helpful for meaningful starts like submitting applications, beginning a study schedule, opening a savings plan, or taking a first step on a home improvement task.
Keep your intention clean, that’s the secret.Abhijit Muhurta sits at 2026-04-04 11:36:16 to 2026-04-04 12:26:12. This is good for important phone calls, approvals, and the sort of work where you need fewer obstacles. If you’re meeting seniors, pitching an idea, or appearing for something that tests confidence, choose this.Amrit Kalam from 2026-04-04 11:59:30 to 2026-04-04 13:44:06 is a sweet spot for healing and harmony. Schedule a doctor follow up, begin a health routine, or do a heart to heart talk at home. It supports reconciliation.Vijay Muhurta runs from 2026-04-04 14:06:04 to 2026-04-04 14:56:00. It’s suited for competition, interviews, and tackling a tough pending task you’ve been avoiding.As evening arrives, Godhuli Muhurta from 2026-04-04 18:15:40 to 2026-04-04 18:38:40 is perfect for lamp lighting, gratitude, and returning home with a softer mind.
Sayahana Sandhya from 2026-04-04 18:15:40 to 2026-04-04 19:24:40 extends that sacred pause.For Choghadiya, look toward Shubh @ 07:20, Laabh @ 13:35, and Amrit @ 15:08 in the day. At night, Laabh @ 18:15, Shubh @ 21:08, and Amrit @ 22:34 support pleasant meetings, study, and prayer. Use these like small tailwinds, not like rigid rules.
Inauspicious Timings
Inauspicious TimingsRahu Kaal today is 08:54 to 10:27. This period is known for confusion, second thoughts, and decisions that look shiny but later feel costly.
Keep your wallet closed today during this slot. Don’t sign contracts, don’t start a new business step, and don’t make a big purchase. If you must work, do routine tasks, reply to old messages, or clean up documentation.Rahu’s energy also responds well to quiet discipline. Use the time for a short meditation, or chant the Rahu mantra, “Om Raam Rahave Namaha”. Even 108 times helps. It’s not about fear, it’s about focus.From the inauspicious set, Rahu Kaal also appears as 2026-04-04 08:53:58 to 2026-04-04 10:27:35, so treat the whole band as sensitive. Dur Muhurtam is 2026-04-04 07:26:36 to 2026-04-04 08:16:36. Avoid launching something important here. Don’t have that tricky conversation in this slot if you can help it, words may come out wrong.Gulkai Kaal is 2026-04-04 05:46:44 to 2026-04-04 07:20:21. This is early, and many people are commuting or getting children ready.
Keep things calm. Don’t rush. A small argument at breakfast can spoil the entire day.Yamaganda runs from 2026-04-04 13:34:49 to 2026-04-04 15:08:26. Yamaganda is linked with delays and avoidable hurdles. Skip starting new deals, avoid sending a sensitive email, and postpone big financial commitments.Baana is 2026-04-04 05:46:44 to 2026-04-05 05:40:44. Treat it as a background caution. Move carefully, especially with travel plans and sharp tools in the kitchen.Varjyam appears at 2026-04-05 03:46:48 to 2026-04-05 05:31:16. That’s in the pre dawn zone for the next date, but if you’re awake, avoid important actions and keep your mind settled.Vidaal Yoga spans 2026-04-04 05:46:44 to 2026-04-04 21:34:48. It can create a restless, scratchy mood, like a cat that won’t sit still. The remedy is simple. Do one thing at a time. Don’t multitask yourself into a mess.Choghadiya inauspicious periods include Kaal @ 05:47, Rog @ 08:54, Udveg @ 10:27, and Kaal @ 16:42 in the day.
At night, avoid Udveg @ 19:42, Rog @ 25:27, and Kaal @ 26:53 for important starts. Keep sensitive talks out of these windows.
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 time. Sunrise differs across the country due to longitude, so the same day carries slightly different Rahu Kaal slots in different regions. The table below shows Rahu Kaal for major Indian cities, helping you plan local errands and important starts with better accuracy.
| City | Rahu Kaal |
|---|---|
| Mumbai | 09:36 – 11:09 |
| Delhi (NCR) | 09:16 – 10:50 |
| Bengaluru | 09:18 – 10:50 |
| Hyderabad | 09:14 – 10:46 |
| Chennai | 09:07 – 10:40 |
| Ahmedabad | 09:36 – 11:09 |
| Pune | 09:32 – 11:05 |
| Kolkata | 08:33 – 10:06 |
| Jaipur | 09:22 – 10:56 |
| Kochi | 09:24 – 10:56 |
| Lucknow | 09:02 – 10:36 |
| Indore | 09:23 – 10:56 |
| Guwahati | 08:19 – 09:52 |
| Chandigarh | 09:17 – 10:51 |
| Surat | 09:36 – 11:09 |
| Visakhapatnam | 08:54 – 10:27 |
| Nagpur | 09:10 – 10:44 |
| Coimbatore | 09:21 – 10:53 |
| Varanasi | 08:54 – 10:27 |
| Bhubaneswar | 08:44 – 10:17 |
Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise & Moonset
Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise & MoonsetSunrise is at 05:47:17 and sunset is at 18:15:49. These aren’t just clock points, they’re daily thresholds. Sunrise marks a clean opening, a chance to set intention before the world’s noise pours in. If you can, step into natural light soon after 05:47:17, even for a few minutes on a balcony or near a window. It steadies mood and improves clarity, especially under a Libra Moon that seeks balance.Sunset at 18:15:49 is the day’s natural closing bell. Don’t carry office tension into the evening. Wash your hands and face, change into comfortable clothes, and let the mind understand that work time is over. Even a short walk helps.Moonrise is at 08:22:37 PM. The Moon appears late, which often makes the mind more reflective in the evening. It’s a good time for quiet study, journaling, or a calm chat with family. Moonset is at 07:23:50 AM, Apr 5, so the Moon’s influence stretches into the next morning too.
If sleep feels a little light, don’t fight it with screens. Keep the room cool and the mind clean. A small prayer before bed will do more than scrolling.
Vrat/Festival Information & Recommendations
Vrat/Festival Information & RecommendationsNo major Vrat or festival is observed today.That doesn’t mean the day is empty. In the Hindu month context, today sits in Chaitra (amanta) and Vaishakha (purnimanta), a seasonal turning where many people naturally feel the urge to reset routines.
Think of it like the first steady breeze before summer fully settles in. Small discipline now pays back later.Relationships can benefit from the Libra Moon’s desire for fairness. If there’s been a misunderstanding at home, today supports a clean, simple apology. Not dramatic. Just honest. Try to speak before the Moon shifts at 05/04/2026 17:27:59, because after that, Scorpio energy can make people hold on tightly to feelings.
Choose your words like you choose ripe fruit, carefully.At work, Swati Nakshatra keeps things moving. Use the morning for coordination, calls, and aligning with teammates. The combination of Vanij Karan and the long Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga supports practical progress, especially with paperwork, billing, small purchases for the office, and planning next week’s schedule. Still, respect the sensitive bands. Avoid new starts during 08:54 to 10:27, and keep the post lunch hours calm because Vajra Yoga after 14:17:13 can make colleagues rigid.
If you need a win, aim for 2026-04-04 14:06:04 to 2026-04-04 14:56:00 and finish one difficult task fully.Spiritually, keep it simple and consistent. A lamp at dusk during 2026-04-04 18:15:40 to 2026-04-04 18:38:40, a short prayer during Sayahana Sandhya from 2026-04-04 18:15:40 to 2026-04-04 19:24:40, and a few minutes of breathwork in the early morning can steady the whole day. If you’re awake late, Nishita Muhurta from 2026-04-04 23:37:40 to 2026-04-05 00:23:40 supports deep inner work, quiet japa, and letting go of grudges.
Don’t turn it into heavy ritual. Keep it heartfelt.Your closing thought for the day. Swati is the wind, Dvitiya is the inward step, and Saturday asks for patience. Let the mind be light, but let actions be steady. Write down three priorities, finish two of them, and leave one for tomorrow without guilt. Keep your wallet closed during 08:54 to 10:27, speak gently after 14:17:13, and light a lamp at sunset to end the day clean.
