Panchang Today is your steady daily guide to plan life with a little more precision and a lot more meaning, drawn from the rhythm of the Hindu calendar. It tells you how the Moon is moving, what the lunar day supports, and which time windows feel open or tricky.
In a busy Indian routine, this small check keeps you connected to cultural roots while you make mindful choices about work, family, travel, study, and worship. Think of it like reading the sky before you step into the day, like checking the wind before sailing. Below are the important Panchang details for April 19, 2026 for India:
Date & Day Details
Date & Day DetailsSunday, April 19, 2026 carries the Sun’s flavour strongly, a day that naturally supports courage, responsibility, leadership, and the desire to set things right.
Pair that with the Moon’s fresh waxing phase and you get a mood that says, “Start, build, move forward.” Still, you’ll do best when you start with order, not haste.The Tithi is Shukla Paksh 2 (Dvitiya), which ends at 10:49:18, after which Shukla Paksh 3 (Tritiya) begins. Dvitiya is the second step of the bright fortnight, like a sapling that has just broken the soil. It favours strengthening bonds, planning, and small but clear beginnings.
If there’s a conversation you’ve been postponing with a sibling, colleague, or partner, Dvitiya supports reconciliation and straight talk.
It’s also a good day to set up a routine, organise your notes, clean the kitchen shelves, or put structure into finances. Once the Tithi shifts after 10:49:18 into Tritiya, the energy becomes more outward and creative. People feel more social, more willing to collaborate, and also a bit more impatient if things move slowly.The Nakshatra is Bharani, ending at 07:09:51, then Krittika takes over. Bharani is ruled by Yama, the deity of discipline and right conduct. That sounds heavy, but it’s actually helpful. Bharani pushes you to finish what you started, to be honest about limits, and to do the correct thing even when it’s inconvenient. Early morning under Bharani is good for serious work, clearing pending dues, and making amends. After 07:09:51, Krittika brings the heat of Agni.
It burns away laziness and brings sharp focus, but it can also make words cut if you don’t choose them well. This transition suggests a day that begins with responsibility and moves into crisp action.The Moon sign is Aries 25.39, and it transitions at 12:30:56 into Taurus. This is a big emotional shift within one day. With the Moon in Aries, you’ll notice restlessness, quick decisions, and the urge to take charge. Post lunch, as the Moon enters Taurus, the mind asks for stability and comfort.
Food tastes better, the body wants rest, and the heart prefers certainty over drama. If you can, schedule demanding meetings or decision making before 12:30:56, and keep the afternoon for steady execution, paperwork, and practical follow ups.Yoga is Ayushman, ending at 20:02:01, followed by Saubhagya. Ayushman supports health, longevity, and steady progress. It’s good for beginning habits that protect your body, like walking, stretching, or correcting your sleep routine.
The Karan sequence also supports practical action: Kaulava runs until 10:49:18, then Taitila until 21:08:03, and then Gara begins. These Karans are generally suited to routine efforts, transactions with clarity, and tasks that need method more than drama.
Keep your day simple. Do the work. Let results come like a slow, sure summer crop.
Auspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat)
Auspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat)If you want to feel aligned today, start early. Brahma Muhurta runs from 2026-04-19 04:02:57 to 2026-04-19 04:47:33.
This is the quiet hour before the world wakes up, when the mind is less crowded. It’s ideal for japa, meditation, a few Surya Namaskar, or even writing your study plan for the week. You’ll be surprised how much clarity comes when the house is silent.Pratah Sandhya is from 2026-04-19 04:25:15 to 2026-04-19 05:32:09, a sacred bridge into sunrise. If you do daily puja, this window supports it. Light a diya, offer water to the Sun, and speak one simple sankalp for your day.
Not ten goals. One.Tri Pushkara Yoga appears from 2026-04-19 07:10:59 to 2026-04-19 10:48:59. This is a practical, result oriented stretch for starting work that you want to repeat or stabilise, like opening a savings plan, setting a study timetable, or initiating a disciplined fitness routine. Because it comes after Bharani ends at 07:09:51, the day shifts from duty to action smoothly.Abhijit Muhurta is from 2026-04-19 11:31:29 to 2026-04-19 12:22:49.
This is a clean, protective midday slot. Use it for an important phone call, submitting an application, sending a proposal, or starting a difficult conversation with calm words. Then comes Vijaya Muhurta from 2026-04-19 14:05:29 to 2026-04-19 14:56:49, a “win the day” period. It’s good for presentations, interviews, competitions, or pushing a stuck task across the finish line.Evening also carries sweetness. Godhuli Muhurta is from 2026-04-19 18:22:30 to 2026-04-19 18:44:48, and Sayahana Sandhya runs from 2026-04-19 18:22:30 to 2026-04-19 19:29:24.
The light changes, the mind softens, and prayer feels natural. This is a lovely time to do aarti, visit a temple, or simply sit with elders and listen.Late night has Nishita Muhurta from 2026-04-19 23:34:42 to 2026-04-20 00:19:18, suitable for intense sadhana, quiet mantra, or deep inner work. Amrit Kalam arrives from 2026-04-20 02:26:35 to 2026-04-20 03:52:11, a nourishing window for spiritual practice and healing intentions.Choghadiya also gives clear cues. In the daytime, Laabh @ 08:44, Amrit @ 10:21, and Shubh @ 13:33 are supportive for purchases of daily needs, starting work, or meeting someone with goodwill. At night, Shubh @ 18:22 and Amrit @ 19:46 feel especially gentle for family time, prayers, and repair of relationships. Choose the better wind, and your boat won’t struggle so much.
Inauspicious Timings
Inauspicious TimingsRahu Kalam today is from 16:46 to 18:22. The detailed Panchang window also shows rahu_kaal from 2026-04-19 16:46:12 to 2026-04-19 18:22:30.
Rahu Kaal is traditionally seen as a period of confusion, impulsive decisions, and avoidable tangles. So don’t launch anything new in this stretch. Avoid signing contracts, starting a new business initiative, buying expensive gadgets, or making a big investment. Keep your wallet closed today during that slot.
If you must work, do routine tasks, check emails, and finish pending items.What should you do in Rahu Kaal? Keep it simple and clean. A few minutes of meditation helps.
Chant the Rahu mantra “Om Raam Rahave Namaha” with steady breath. If you’re commuting, stay patient, avoid road rage, and don’t rush into arguments.Other inauspicious windows add important texture. Gulika Kaal is shown as gulkai_kaal from 2026-04-19 15:09:54 to 2026-04-19 16:46:12. This is another period where new beginnings can become sticky. If a meeting can be moved, move it. If not, go prepared and avoid emotional bargaining.Yamaganda is from 2026-04-19 11:57:19 to 2026-04-19 13:33:37. This one often affects momentum and can bring needless delays. Use it for lunch, routine reviews, or quiet work that doesn’t require approvals. Dur Muhurtam appears twice, from 2026-04-19 06:23:29 to 2026-04-19 07:14:29 and again from 2026-04-19 16:39:29 to 2026-04-19 17:30:29. Be careful with sharp tools, sharp words, and snap judgments during these times.
Slow down. Double check.Varjyam runs from 2026-04-19 17:52:59 to 2026-04-19 19:18:03. That overlaps the evening and touches the start of night. It’s best not to plan anything emotionally sensitive then. Don’t pick that time to confront family, demand explanations, or reopen old wounds.There are also specific dosha like windows listed: baana (Nripa) from 2026-04-19 05:32:09 to 2026-04-19 12:09:09, aadal_yoga from 2026-04-19 05:32:09 to 2026-04-19 07:09:59, vidaal_yoga from 2026-04-19 07:10:59 to 2026-04-20 04:34:59, and dagdha_yoga from 2026-04-18 09:43:09 to 2026-04-19 05:31:09.
Since these are traditional caution markers, the safest approach is simple. Don’t take unnecessary risks, don’t gamble with money or trust, and keep your promises realistic.Choghadiya also flags tougher patches. In daytime, Udveg @ 05:32, Kaal @ 11:57, Rog @ 15:09, and Udveg @ 16:46 call for restraint. At night, Rog @ 22:33, Kaal @ 23:56, and Udveg @ 26:43 suggest you should wrap up heavy discussions early and sleep on big decisions.
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 differs by longitude even within the same state. That’s why the Rahu Kaal you follow at home may not match another location exactly. The table below shows Rahu Kaal for major Indian cities, so you can refer to the one closest to your region and plan accordingly.
| City | Rahu Kaal |
|---|---|
| Mumbai | 17:22 – 18:56 |
| Delhi (NCR) | 17:11 – 18:49 |
| Bengaluru | 16:59 – 18:32 |
| Hyderabad | 16:58 – 18:33 |
| Chennai | 16:48 – 18:22 |
| Ahmedabad | 17:25 – 19:01 |
| Pune | 17:17 – 18:52 |
| Kolkata | 16:22 – 17:58 |
| Jaipur | 17:16 – 18:52 |
| Kochi | 17:02 – 18:35 |
| Lucknow | 16:55 – 18:32 |
| Indore | 17:12 – 18:48 |
| Guwahati | 16:11 – 17:48 |
| Chandigarh | 17:14 – 18:52 |
| Surat | 17:23 – 18:59 |
| Visakhapatnam | 16:39 – 18:13 |
| Nagpur | 16:58 – 18:33 |
| Coimbatore | 17:00 – 18:33 |
| Varanasi | 16:46 – 18:22 |
| Bhubaneswar | 16:31 – 18:06 |
Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise & Moonset
Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise & MoonsetSunrise is at 05:32:11 and sunset is at 18:22:29. On a Sunday, sunrise feels like a personal invitation from the Sun to stand straighter and live with a little more self respect.
If you can, take a moment at 05:32:11 to face the morning light, offer water, and say a short prayer for strength and right action. Even a quiet minute counts.The day length gives you a full working arc. Use the bright hours for effort, and the late afternoon for softer tasks, because Rahu Kalam approaches from 16:46 to 18:22. As the Sun sets at 18:22:29, let the mind put down its load. Evening prayer, a slow cup of tea, or a short walk with family can reset you.Moonrise is at 06:27:37 AM and moonset is at 08:44:34 PM. A morning moon gives the day a tender undercurrent. Emotions rise early, and you may feel reactive before breakfast. Notice it, don’t act on it. The Moon’s move from Aries into Taurus at 12:30:56 also means that the second half of the day can feel calmer and more grounded, like soil settling after a gust of wind. By the time the Moon sets at 08:44:34 PM, it’s best to reduce screen time and keep the night clean.
Your sleep will thank you.
Vrat/Festival Information & Recommendations
Vrat/Festival Information & RecommendationsParashuram Jayanti is observed today, and it arrives in the Hindu month of Vaishakha (amanta). This annual festival honours Bhagwan Parashuram, the sixth avatar of Vishnu, known for his fierce devotion to dharma and his uncompromising stand against injustice. His story is not only about strength. It is also about restraint, discipline, and the courage to correct oneself.
Many remember how Parashuram, after intense actions and life lessons, turned inward and became a symbol of tapasya and learning. That arc matters even today. Power without wisdom burns the hands that hold it.Across India, devotees mark Parashuram Jayanti with simple but sincere worship. People offer prayers to Vishnu, and in many homes, to Shiva as well, because Parashuram’s life is closely linked with both devotion and duty.
A calm celebration suits the spirit of the day. Clean the prayer space, light a lamp, offer tulsi if you keep it at home, and read a short passage about his life or recite Vishnu Sahasranama if that is part of your tradition.
Charity also fits the festival’s ethical core. Donate food, support a student’s fees, or help someone with medicines. Even a small act done quietly carries weight.The day’s Panchang supports this mood. Dvitiya encourages repairing relationships and making promises you can keep.
Bharani early morning insists on discipline, and Krittika after 07:09:51 asks you to act sharply but fairly. With the Moon shifting from Aries to Taurus at 12:30:56, your emotional tone also moves from “prove it” to “protect it.” That’s a nice inner lesson for Parashuram Jayanti. Stand for what is right, yes, but also nurture what you love.For relationships, keep your tone steady. Don’t try to win every point. If there’s family tension, speak before dinner, not late at night, and avoid the Varjyam period from 2026-04-19 17:52:59 to 2026-04-19 19:18:03 for sensitive talks.For career and work, use Tri Pushkara Yoga from 2026-04-19 07:10:59 to 2026-04-19 10:48:59 to set up systems, file documents, and start a repeatable routine. Abhijit Muhurta from 2026-04-19 11:31:29 to 2026-04-19 12:22:49 can support an important submission. Avoid big launches during Rahu Kaal from 16:46 to 18:22.For spiritual practice, the day is rich if you keep it sincere. Begin with Brahma Muhurta from 2026-04-19 04:02:57 to 2026-04-19 04:47:33 if you can.
End your day gently in Sayahana Sandhya from 2026-04-19 18:22:30 to 2026-04-19 19:29:24.Let Parashuram Jayanti remind you of a simple truth. Strength is not shouting, it is steadiness. So make one disciplined choice today, speak one honest sentence you’ve been avoiding, and do one helpful act without seeking credit. Then sleep on time.
