Panchang Today is your steady daily guide, drawn from the Hindu calendar’s living wisdom and the Moon’s changing mood. It helps you plan with precision, not just by the clock, but by the inner weather of the day.
When you follow the Tithi, Nakshatra, Yoga and other pillars, even routine choices feel more mindful, from signing papers to cooking a family meal. It also keeps you close to cultural roots, the kind that quietly shape good habits over time. Below are the important Panchang details for April 08, 2026 for India:
Date & Day Details
Date & Day DetailsWednesday arrives with the Moon moving through the deeper waters of the waning phase. The Tithi today is Krishan Paksh 6 (Shashthi), which lasts until 19:01:48, after which Krishan Paksh 7 (Saptami) begins.
Shashthi in Krishna Paksha is like pruning a plant so it can grow better later. It supports correction, clean-up, and steady effort. Good day to edit your work, clear pending messages, return calls you’ve avoided, and tighten a budget.
It’s also a nice time for discipline with food and sleep. Not harsh discipline, just enough to bring order back.The Nakshatra is Jyestha until 05:53:54, and then it shifts to Mula. Jyestha carries the energy of seniority and protection.
It asks you to act with dignity, keep your word, and lead by example, even in small domestic matters. Early hours can feel intense because Jyestha likes to test ego and loyalty. Once Mula takes over after 05:53:54, the tone changes. Mula is about roots, truth, and pulling out what’s decayed. Expect a sharper clarity through the day.
It’s a fine window for research, learning, honest conversations, and decluttering. Old files.
Old grudges. Old habits. You can uproot one.The Moon sign also shifts at the same point, from Scorpio 29.54 to Sagittarius at 05:53:54. Before the transition, emotions may feel private, even a bit suspicious. Don’t read too much into someone’s silence. After the Moon enters Sagittarius, you’ll want openness and movement. People may speak more directly, and you may crave a bigger picture. Use that to plan travel, study schedules, or long-term goals, but keep your promises grounded in what you can truly do.Yoga is Variyan up to 17:10:24, then Parigha begins. Variyan supports comfort, goodwill, and getting support from others when you ask in the right way. Parigha can feel like a gate or a barrier. If you meet delays after 17:10:24, don’t push with anger. Pause, adjust, and try again. Karan starts with Gara until 05:48:38, then Vanij runs till 19:01:48, followed by Visti. Vanij is businesslike and practical, good for trade, negotiations, and routine office work.
Visti has a tougher edge, so keep the evening lighter and avoid starting anything complicated after the Tithi turns.
Auspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat)
Auspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat)Your best start is Brahma Muhurta, from 2026-04-08 04:11:29 to 2026-04-08 04:57:05. This is the quiet river before the city wakes up. If you’ve been meaning to restart prayer, yoga, study, or a health routine, this window supports it. Even 15 minutes of japa, reading, or stretching will set a clean tone.Pratah Sandhya runs from 2026-04-08 04:34:17 to 2026-04-08 05:42:41. It’s ideal for Surya arghya, gratitude practice, and simple sankalp. Keep it gentle. Speak less, listen more.Ravi Yoga is active from 2026-04-08 05:54:42 to 2026-04-09 05:41:41. This is a confidence-giving combination. Use it for tasks where you need clarity and a straight back, like interviews, presentations, submitting applications, or approaching seniors.
Your boss will notice when you come prepared.Vijay Muhurta, from 2026-04-08 14:06:01 to 2026-04-08 14:56:21, suits victory-oriented work. Good for negotiating a rate, pitching an idea, taking a difficult call, or stepping into a competitive situation.Evening brings Godhuli Muhurta from 2026-04-08 18:17:26 to 2026-04-08 18:40:14, and Sayahana Sandhya from 2026-04-08 18:17:26 to 2026-04-08 19:25:50. Light a diya, water a plant, or simply sit with family without screens.
The mind settles faster at this junction.Night has Nishita Muhurta from 2026-04-08 23:36:38 to 2026-04-09 00:22:14, and Amrit Kalam from 2026-04-09 01:37:34 to 2026-04-09 03:25:06. These are powerful for deep prayer, mantra, and quiet spiritual reading if you’re awake.Choghadiya also offers supportive pockets through the day and night. Day auspicious periods include Laabh @ 05:43, Amrit @ 07:17, Shubh @ 10:25, and Laabh @ 16:43.
Night auspicious periods include Shubh @ 19:43, Amrit @ 21:08, and Laabh @ 26:50. Pick one and place your most important task inside it.
Inauspicious Timings
Inauspicious TimingsRahu Kaal today is 12:00 to 13:34. Rahu Kaal is that stretch of time when confusion rises like summer haze, and actions started then may need rework. Keep big beginnings away from it. Avoid signing contracts, launching a new plan, or making a fresh investment during this window.
Keep your wallet closed today if you feel tempted by flashy offers.Use Rahu Kaal in a different way. Do meditation, quiet cleaning, or repetitive tasks that don’t demand judgement. Chant the Rahu mantra, “Om Raam Rahave Namaha”, and keep your speech simple. If you must attend a meeting, go with notes and facts. Don’t argue for the sake of winning.The verified inauspicious window for rahu_kaal is 2026-04-08 12:00:03 to 2026-04-08 13:34:24.
Close to the same zone, so treat midday with care.Gulika Kaal is listed as gulkai_kaal from 2026-04-08 10:25:42 to 2026-04-08 12:00:03. This period can bring delays and a heavy mood. Don’t start a new purchase or commit to a complicated promise then. Keep tasks practical, like follow-ups, filing, and routine work.Yamaganda runs from 2026-04-08 07:17:01 to 2026-04-08 08:51:22. It’s better for maintenance than for beginnings.
If you’re commuting, drive without hurry. Leave early, keep patience.Dur Muhurtam is from 2026-04-08 11:35:01 to 2026-04-08 12:25:01, a tricky patch for judgement and communication. Double-check emails before you send them. One careless line can create a small fire.Baana is marked from 2026-04-08 06:50:41 to 2026-04-09 05:41:41, so keep your day steady and avoid impulsive gambles. There’s also vidaal_yoga from 2026-04-08 05:42:41 to 2026-04-08 05:53:42, and aadal_yoga from 2026-04-08 05:54:42 to 2026-04-09 05:41:41.
These combinations suggest mixed results. The remedy is simple, don’t rush, don’t boast, and don’t make ego-based decisions.Choghadiya inauspicious periods include Kaal @ 08:51, Rog @ 12:00, Udveg @ 13:34 in the day, and Udveg @ 18:17, Rog @ 23:59, Kaal @ 25:25, Udveg @ 28:16 at night. Keep important starts away from these slots when you can.
Rahu Kaal Timings Across India
Rahu Kaal Timings Across IndiaRahu Kaal changes from place to place across India because it is calculated from local sunrise, and sunrise differs by longitude.
A coastal belt, central region, and the far east will never share the exact same Rahu Kaal even on the same weekday. That’s why you should check the location-based values if you’re travelling or coordinating across states. The table below shows Rahu Kaal for major Indian cities, generated separately.
| City | Rahu Kaal |
|---|---|
| Mumbai | 12:40 – 14:14 |
| Delhi (NCR) | 12:23 – 13:58 |
| Bengaluru | 12:21 – 13:54 |
| Hyderabad | 12:18 – 13:51 |
| Chennai | 12:11 – 13:43 |
| Ahmedabad | 12:41 – 14:15 |
| Pune | 12:36 – 14:09 |
| Kolkata | 11:38 – 13:12 |
| Jaipur | 12:29 – 14:03 |
| Kochi | 12:27 – 13:59 |
| Lucknow | 12:08 – 13:43 |
| Indore | 12:28 – 14:02 |
| Guwahati | 11:25 – 12:59 |
| Chandigarh | 12:24 – 13:59 |
| Surat | 12:40 – 14:14 |
| Visakhapatnam | 11:59 – 13:32 |
| Nagpur | 12:15 – 13:49 |
| Coimbatore | 12:24 – 13:56 |
| Varanasi | 12:00 – 13:34 |
| Bhubaneswar | 11:48 – 13:22 |
Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise & Moonset
Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise & MoonsetSunrise is at 05:43:05 and sunset is at 18:17:34. This long, bright span is meant for action.
If you’ve been postponing a task, tie it to daylight. The mind works cleaner when the Sun is up, and Wednesday’s energy supports learning, accounts, paperwork, and conversations that need logic.Moonrise is at 11:59:45 PM, and Moonset is at 10:31:41 AM, Apr 9. A late moonrise often makes emotions show up after the day’s noise reduces. You may suddenly feel reflective at night, thinking about what was said and what wasn’t.
That’s normal with the Moon’s shift from Scorpio to Sagittarius at 05:53:54. Before sleep, keep your phone aside for a few minutes and let the mind settle like muddy water becoming clear.If you’re doing spiritual practice, greet sunrise with a simple prayer, and let sunset be your soft stop signal. Close the day gently. The body likes rhythm, and the spirit likes sincerity.
Vrat/Festival Information & Recommendations
Vrat/Festival Information & RecommendationsNo major Vrat or festival is observed today. The Hindu month running is Chaitra as per amanta, and Vaishakha as per purnimanta tradition, so you may notice different families referring to the month differently.
Both streams carry the same reminder, live with freshness, keep your habits clean, and prepare for the hotter weeks ahead.With Krishan Paksh 6 (Shashthi) till 19:01:48, the day rewards practical improvements. At home, repair what’s been ignored. A leaking tap, a messy shelf, a pending bill, or that long-overdue conversation with a sibling. Keep your tone respectful. Jyestha turning to Mula at 05:53:54 nudges you to stop pretending.
If something is bothering you, name it calmly. If you’ve been overreacting, admit it. That honesty is the real purification of Mula.Work and career benefit from the Vanij Karan running till 19:01:48. Plan meetings with an agenda. Put numbers on paper, confirm timelines, and follow up on payments. People respect clarity today. If you’re a student, this is a strong day for revision, mock tests, and root-level learning.
Don’t chase ten topics. Choose one and go deep enough to feel confident.Relationships need softness in the morning because the Moon is shifting signs at 05:53:54 and moods can swing. Don’t test someone’s loyalty with sarcastic comments. Ask directly, listen fully, then decide. Evening is better for warmth. Use Godhuli Muhurta from 2026-04-08 18:17:26 to 2026-04-08 18:40:14 to reconnect, share tea, or take a short walk with a family member.For spiritual practice, keep it simple and steady. A few rounds of mantra in Brahma Muhurta from 2026-04-08 04:11:29 to 2026-04-08 04:57:05, a diya at sandhya, and one act of restraint during Rahu Kaal 12:00 to 13:34 will be enough. You don’t need grand gestures today. You need clean intent.Close the day like you’d close a window before a storm, gently but firmly. Write down one habit you will drop, and one habit you will start, then do the smallest step immediately. Actionable advice: pick one pending task, finish it before 19:01:48, avoid new financial decisions during 12:00 to 13:34, and spend ten quiet minutes at sunset to reset your mind.
