Today's Panchang
Daily Vedic Hindu calendar with Tithi, Nakshatra, and auspicious timings
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What is Panchang?
Panchang (also spelled Panchangam) is the traditional Vedic Hindu calendar that tracks five key elements of each day: Tithi (lunar day), Nakshatra (lunar mansion), Yoga (Sun-Moon angular relationship), Karana (half of Tithi), and Var (weekday). The word "Panch-ang" literally means "five limbs" in Sanskrit. Hindus consult the Panchang daily to determine auspicious timings (Muhurta) for important activities like starting a new business, travel, marriage ceremonies, and religious rituals.
Understanding Tithi and Nakshatra
Tithi is the lunar day determined by the angular distance between the Sun and Moon. There are 30 Tithis in a lunar month — 15 in Shukla Paksha (waxing) and 15 in Krishna Paksha (waning). Each Tithi has a specific quality: some are considered auspicious for new beginnings (like Dwitiya, Panchami, Saptami) while others are better for spiritual practices (like Ekadashi, Amavasya). Nakshatra is the lunar mansion — one of 27 constellations the Moon passes through — each carrying its own energy and ruling deity.
What is Rahu Kalam?
Rahu Kalam (also called Rahu Kaal) is an inauspicious period of approximately 1.5 hours each day ruled by the shadow planet Rahu. During Rahu Kalam, it is traditionally advised to avoid starting new ventures, signing contracts, or beginning travel. The timing varies by weekday and is calculated from sunrise and sunset times. Om.AI calculates Rahu Kalam precisely based on astronomical sunrise/sunset for Delhi (IST).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Panchang?
Panchang (also spelled Panchangam) is the traditional Vedic Hindu calendar that tracks five key elements of each day. The word 'Panch-ang' literally means 'five limbs' in Sanskrit. It is consulted daily by Hindus to determine auspicious timings (Muhurta) for important activities like starting a new business, travel, marriage ceremonies, and religious rituals.
What are the 5 elements of Panchang?
The five elements (limbs) of Panchang are: Tithi (lunar day, based on the angular distance between Sun and Moon), Nakshatra (lunar mansion, one of 27 constellations the Moon passes through), Yoga (Sun-Moon angular relationship), Karana (half of a Tithi), and Var (weekday). Together, these five elements determine the quality and auspiciousness of each day.
What is Rahu Kaal?
Rahu Kaal (also called Rahu Kalam) is an inauspicious period of approximately 1.5 hours each day ruled by the shadow planet Rahu. During Rahu Kaal, it is traditionally advised to avoid starting new ventures, signing contracts, or beginning travel. The timing varies by weekday and is calculated based on sunrise and sunset times for your location.
How do I use the daily Panchang?
Check the daily Panchang each morning to plan your day according to Vedic guidance. Look at the Tithi to understand the lunar energy of the day, check the Nakshatra for its ruling qualities, and note the Rahu Kaal timing to avoid starting important activities during that period. Many people also check planetary transits to understand how current planetary positions may influence their day.