Panchang Today is your day’s quiet compass, built on the Hindu calendar’s time tested wisdom. It helps you plan with precision, not guesswork, because the Moon’s phase, the Nakshatra, and the day’s yogas shape our mood and momentum more than we realise.
Some days are meant for quick starts, others for patience and repair. Reading the Panchang keeps you connected to cultural roots, and it also nudges you to make mindful choices about work, family, travel, and prayer. Below are the important Panchang details for March 21, 2026 for India:
Date & Day Details
Date & Day DetailsSaturday carries a steady Saturnine undertone. It asks for discipline, truthfulness, and doing the job properly, even if no one is clapping.
On this Saturday, the Moon grows in brightness, because the Tithi is Shukla Paksh 3 (Tritiya), and it remains active until 23:56:38. Tritiya is a building Tithi. Think of it like the third day after sowing, when the soil is still soft, and your hands can shape the furrow well. It supports starting routines, setting intentions, and putting structure around your plans.
You’ll do well with tasks that need follow through, like organising paperwork, beginning a study schedule, or cleaning up a pending home errand that keeps nagging.
The Nakshatra is Ashwini, and it continues until 00:37:47, after which Bharani takes over. Ashwini is ruled by the Ashwini Kumaras, the divine physicians. That’s why Ashwini energy suits healing, quick decisions, first aid type fixes, and practical beginnings. Got a small health check, a new habit, or a fresh start that you’ve been postponing? Ashwini gives speed, but it also demands sincerity. If you rush out of ego, you’ll trip.
If you move with clarity, doors open.Emotionally, the Moon sits in Aries 2.8. Aries is fire. It makes the heart brave, impatient, and straightforward. People may speak quickly today, and tempers can flare if the day feels blocked. Use that fire for courage, not arguments. The Moon sign will shift later on 23/03/2026 04:13:55 into Taurus, so for today the Aries flavour stays strong, like a hot cup of chai that keeps its warmth even after you set it down.Yoga is Indra until 19:01:08, then Vaidhriti begins. Indra Yoga can bring confidence, leadership, and the wish to be seen. It’s good for taking charge in meetings, pitching an idea, or making a firm decision at home. Vaidhriti later asks for more caution and grounding.As for Karan, Taitila runs until 13:14:51, then Gara continues until 23:56:38, followed by Vanij. Taitila is supportive for steady work, while Gara helps with execution and practical progress.
In simple words, morning for planning and fixing, afternoon for getting things done, and night for easing into trade offs and choices.
Auspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat)
Auspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat)If you like beginning the day with purpose, Brahma Muhurta from 2026-03-21 04:26:31 to 2026-03-21 05:13:55 is your clean slate. The mind is quiet then, like a street before traffic begins. Prayer, japa, a short meditation, or even reading a few pages of a sacred text feels deeper at this hour.
Pair it with a simple resolve for the day, and you’ll notice your reactions soften.Pratah Sandhya lasts from 2026-03-21 04:50:13 to 2026-03-21 06:01:19. This is perfect for Surya Arghya, a calm bath, and setting your first intention before work and family noise starts. Then comes Abhijit Muhurta from 2026-03-21 11:41:03 to 2026-03-21 12:29:35. Use it for important calls, interviews, sending a proposal, or starting a key piece of work you’ve been avoiding.Vijay Muhurta from 2026-03-21 14:06:39 to 2026-03-21 14:55:11 supports victory through effort. It’s well suited for negotiations, competitive exams, presentations, or taking a tough conversation forward in a dignified way.A sweet window arrives as Amrit Kalam from 2026-03-21 17:58:42 to 2026-03-21 19:27:18. It’s lovely for family bonding, important purchases that are already planned, and worship that you want to feel nourishing, not hurried.Evening light has its own softness. Godhuli Muhurta runs from 2026-03-21 18:09:28 to 2026-03-21 18:33:10, and Sayahana Sandhya extends from 2026-03-21 18:09:28 to 2026-03-21 19:20:34. Light a lamp, offer a simple prayer, and close the day’s scattered energy.Nishita Muhurta is from 2026-03-21 23:41:16 to 2026-03-22 00:28:40, helpful for intense sadhana or a quiet moment of truth with yourself.Late night brings Siddha Yoga from 2026-03-21 23:57:24 to 2026-03-22 06:00:16, and Ravi Yoga from 2026-03-22 00:38:24 to 2026-03-22 06:00:16.
If you’re awake, keep your actions clean and focused.Choghadiya also guides the day. The auspicious day periods are Shubh @ 07:33, Laabh @ 13:36, and Amrit @ 15:07. At night, look to Laabh @ 18:09, Shubh @ 21:07, Amrit @ 22:36, and Laabh @ 28:32 for smoother outcomes.
Inauspicious Timings
Inauspicious TimingsRahu Kaal today is from 09:04 to 10:35. Rahu is the shadow that brings haste, confusion, and the temptation to cut corners. During this window, don’t sign contracts, don’t launch a new venture, and don’t make a big financial decision.
Keep your wallet closed today, at least for this stretch. If you must work, stick to routine tasks. A few minutes of chanting helps, especially the Rahu mantra, Om Raam Rahave Namaha. A short meditation or even silent breath counting can steady the mind.For those who follow the detailed Panchang cuts, Rahu Kaal is also shown as 2026-03-21 09:03:21 to 2026-03-21 10:34:22. Either way, treat the mid morning period as sensitive.Gulika Kaal is from 2026-03-21 06:01:19 to 2026-03-21 07:32:20. This is not ideal for starting something new right after sunrise. Use it for getting ready, cleaning, or completing yesterday’s leftovers. Dur Muhurtam falls from 2026-03-21 07:38:23 to 2026-03-21 08:27:23, another patch where you should avoid risky moves, impulsive travel decisions, or heated discussions.Yamaganda runs from 2026-03-21 13:36:24 to 2026-03-21 15:07:25.
This period can bring delays and friction. Postpone confrontations. Don’t corner someone at work for an answer. You’ll get a better response later.Varjyam is from 2026-03-21 20:56:50 to 2026-03-21 22:25:17. Varjyam is like a sudden fog. Things look fine, then judgement slips. Avoid sending emotional messages, avoid online shopping sprees, and don’t make promises you can’t keep.There is also Baana (Chora) from 2026-03-21 06:01:19 to 2026-03-22 01:52:19.
It warns against carelessness and losses through distraction. Keep your keys, documents, and phone in one place. Panchaka continues from 2026-03-21 06:01:19 to 2026-03-22 06:00:16, so be extra mindful with decisions involving long term commitments.Choghadiya inauspicious periods for the day are Kaal @ 06:02, Rog @ 09:04, Udveg @ 10:35, and Kaal @ 16:38. At night, avoid Udveg @ 19:38, Rog @ 25:34, and Kaal @ 27:03 for major actions.
Keep it simple during these patches.
Rahu Kaal Timings Across India
Rahu Kaal Timings Across IndiaRahu Kaal changes by geographic location across India because it is calculated using local sunrise. Sunrise differs from place to place due to longitude, so the same weekday gives slightly different Rahu Kaal slots across the country. The table below shows Rahu Kaal for major Indian cities. Use it to plan your personal schedule, especially if you’re travelling or coordinating across regions.
| City | Rahu Kaal |
|---|---|
| Mumbai | 09:44 – 11:15 |
| Delhi (NCR) | 09:27 – 10:58 |
| Bengaluru | 09:25 – 10:56 |
| Hyderabad | 09:22 – 10:53 |
| Chennai | 09:15 – 10:45 |
| Ahmedabad | 09:45 – 11:16 |
| Pune | 09:40 – 11:11 |
| Kolkata | 08:42 – 10:13 |
| Jaipur | 09:32 – 11:03 |
| Kochi | 09:31 – 11:02 |
| Lucknow | 09:12 – 10:43 |
| Indore | 09:32 – 11:03 |
| Guwahati | 08:29 – 10:00 |
| Chandigarh | 09:28 – 10:59 |
| Surat | 09:44 – 11:15 |
| Visakhapatnam | 09:02 – 10:33 |
| Nagpur | 09:19 – 10:50 |
| Coimbatore | 09:28 – 10:59 |
| Varanasi | 09:04 – 10:35 |
| Bhubaneswar | 08:52 – 10:23 |
Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise & Moonset
Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise & MoonsetSunrise is at 06:02:18, and sunset is at 18:09:38. Sunrise is not just a clock event. In Panchang thinking, it’s the day’s first spiritual threshold, when you can invite steadiness into your mind. Even a short moment facing the light, a simple prayer, or quiet gratitude can change the mood of the whole day.Moonrise happens at 07:11:45 AM, and moonset is at 08:40:04 PM. With the Moon rising soon after sunrise, emotions come to the surface early.
You may feel ready to act even before you’ve fully thought things through, thanks to the Aries Moon. Use the daylight hours to channel that energy into work, exercise, and purposeful movement.As the Moon sets by 08:40:04 PM, the emotional volume reduces. It’s a good sign for a calmer night routine. Eat a lighter dinner if you can, keep screens aside for a bit, and let the mind come down gently. Nature’s rhythm is clear today, bright morning, active daytime, and a quieter closing.
Follow it, and your body will thank you tomorrow.
Vrat/Festival Information & Recommendations
Vrat/Festival Information & RecommendationsGangaur is observed today, an annual festival rooted in Chaitra Shukla Tritiya. In the amanta month of Chaitra, Gangaur arrives like spring flowers after a dry spell, bringing colour, devotion, and a very grounded kind of hope. Gangaur is closely associated with Goddess Gauri, the auspicious form of Parvati, and devotion to Lord Shiva.
The festival carries a tender promise. Love needs patience. Marriage needs daily care.
Family life needs respect, not just rituals.Traditionally, many women worship Gauri for marital happiness and well being of the family, while unmarried women seek a good life partner and a stable home. There’s also a wider meaning that everyone can take. Gauri symbolises inner strength with softness, the ability to hold your dignity even when life feels demanding.
That lesson suits today’s Ashwini Nakshatra too, healing energy that moves fast, but heals best with sincerity.If you’re celebrating, keep the observance simple and heartfelt. Offer prayers to Gauri, light a diya during the evening worship time, and spend a few minutes asking for harmony at home. If possible, include something that honours water and cleanliness, since purity and care are central to this festival’s mood.
A small act of beauty helps too, tidying the prayer corner, wearing clean clothes, offering seasonal food, and speaking gently to elders.Now, practical recommendations for the day. Relationships may feel a bit reactive because the Moon is in Aries. Don’t pick fights over small things like chores, late replies, or tone of voice. Ask yourself, is this worth my peace? Speak directly, but don’t speak harshly. If you need to correct someone at home, do it with warmth, not a lecture.At work, Indra Yoga till 19:01:08 supports leadership. Your boss will notice when you take responsibility without drama. Finish one difficult task properly instead of juggling ten half done ones. Keep your spending sensible, especially around Rahu Kaal from 09:04 to 10:35 and Varjyam from 2026-03-21 20:56:50 to 2026-03-21 22:25:17.Spiritually, this is a good day for quick, clean practices. A short Hanuman Chalisa reading, simple lamp lighting during Godhuli Muhurta, and a few rounds of Om Raam Rahave Namaha during Rahu Kaal can keep you centred. End the day by writing down one promise you’ll keep tomorrow, and then actually keep it. Actionable advice: choose one important task, start it in Abhijit Muhurta from 2026-03-21 11:41:03 to 2026-03-21 12:29:35, avoid big decisions during Rahu Kaal, and close the evening with a calm prayer for harmony at home.
