Panchang Today, March 23, 2026: Shukla Paksh 5 (Panchami), Krittika, Shubh Muhurat, Rahu Kaal and more

Panchang Today is your day’s steady compass, drawn from the old wisdom of the Hindu calendar, yet meant for very practical living. It helps you plan work, travel, prayers, and even tough conversations with better timing and a calmer mind. On some days the Moon pushes us to act fast, on other days it asks us to wait and ripen, like a mango under the right sun. Reading the Panchang keeps you connected to cultural roots and helps you choose mindfully, not in a rush. Below are the important Panchang details for March 23, 2026 for India:

Date & Day Details

March 23, 2026 falls on a Monday, a day naturally linked with the Moon and with inner steadiness. The running Tithi is Shukla Paksh 5 (Panchami), which remains in force till 18:38:36, after which Shukla Paksh 6 (Shashthi) begins. Panchami in the bright fortnight carries a youthful, forward moving quality. The Moon is waxing, so intentions tend to grow if you water them with consistent effort. This Tithi supports skill building, studies, organising the home, and starting disciplined routines that you can repeat. It’s also a good day to clean up pending matters, not by doing everything at once, but by choosing one or two priorities and finishing them cleanly before evening.The Nakshatra today is Krittika, continuing till 20:49:39, and then it shifts into Rohini. Krittika is associated with Agni, the fire principle, and its energy is like a clear flame, bright, sharp, and uncompromising. It doesn’t love confusion. It prefers honest words, clear boundaries, and decisions that cut through hesitation. That’s why Krittika days suit decluttering, editing, trimming wasteful spending, and correcting errors in documents. If you’ve been avoiding a direct talk at home or at work, Krittika pushes you to say it straight, but you must keep the tone respectful. After 20:49:39, Rohini brings a softer, nurturing flavour. That later shift supports comfort, creativity, food, beauty, and relationships. The day moves from fire to fragrance, so plan your tasks accordingly.The Moon sign is Taurus 1.4, and it stays in Taurus for the whole day, with the transition noted at 25/03/2026 06:17:13 into Gemini. Taurus Moon days make people seek stability. You’ll want things to feel secure, predictable, and worth the effort. It’s good for steady progress, paperwork, budgeting, long term planning, and even cooking something wholesome at home. Emotionally, Taurus can also get stubborn. If someone disagrees with you, you may feel like digging your heels in. Ask yourself, is this about the issue or about control? Choose comfort, not ego.Yoga today is Vishkumbha till 12:22:01, then Priti begins. Vishkumbha can feel like carrying a load, with small obstacles or delays that test patience. Don’t take it personally. It simply asks you to work methodically, check details twice, and avoid over promising. After 12:22:01, Priti brings ease and goodwill. People respond better, cooperation improves, and the day becomes warmer in tone.As for Karan, Bava runs till 07:56:57 and then Balava continues till 18:38:36. Both are supportive for routine action, negotiations, and practical steps, as long as you don’t rush. Work like a farmer today. Prepare the soil, plant properly, then wait for results.

Auspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat)

Auspicious timings (Shubh Muhurat) are like open windows where effort meets grace a little faster. If you can, start your day with Brahma Muhurta from 2026-03-23 04:24:50 to 2026-03-23 05:12:02. This is quiet, pure time, when the mind is less noisy and prayer goes deeper. Meditation, japa, reading a few verses, or even sitting in silence with a cup of warm water can set the tone. If you’ve been restless, this is the best reset.Pratah Sandhya runs from 2026-03-23 04:48:26 to 2026-03-23 05:59:14. It’s ideal for morning worship, Surya arghya, and setting a simple sankalp for the day. Then comes Abhijit Muhurta from 2026-03-23 11:40:22 to 2026-03-23 12:29:06, a useful pocket for important calls, submitting forms, sending proposals, or beginning a key meeting. It supports clarity and right decision making, especially because the day’s energy becomes lighter around midday.Vijay Muhurta, from 2026-03-23 14:06:34 to 2026-03-23 14:55:18, suits tasks where you want a win, interviews, presentations, competitive exams preparation, or even a difficult conversation that needs confidence. Keep it straightforward. Speak less, say more.In the evening, Godhuli Muhurta from 2026-03-23 18:10:21 to 2026-03-23 18:33:57 is beautiful for lighting a lamp, offering prayers, and bringing peace into the home after a busy day. Sayahana Sandhya extends from 2026-03-23 18:10:21 to 2026-03-23 19:21:09, supporting calm family time, temple visits, or a short walk with a devotional mood.Amrit Kalam from 2026-03-23 18:36:43 to 2026-03-23 20:05:07 is especially sweet for positive commitments, relationship healing, and creative work. Later at night, Nishita Muhurta from 2026-03-23 23:40:45 to 2026-03-24 00:27:57 is powerful for deep prayer and inner cleansing.Two strong combined influences arrive after the Nakshatra shift, Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga from 2026-03-23 20:50:19 to 2026-03-24 05:58:11, and Ravi Yoga from 2026-03-23 20:50:19 to 2026-03-24 05:58:11. Use this stretch for planning, beginning skill practice, and setting long term intentions.Choghadiya also offers helpful cues. During the day, auspicious periods include Amrit @ 06:00, Shubh @ 09:02, Laabh @ 15:07, and Amrit @ 16:39. At night, look to Laabh @ 22:36, Shubh @ 25:33, and Amrit @ 27:01 for smoother progress.

Inauspicious Timings

The first caution flag today is Rahu Kaal from 07:31 to 09:02. Rahu is the shadow planet, linked with confusion, hurry, and wrong judgement. During Rahu Kaal, don’t start a new venture, don’t sign contracts, and don’t make big financial commitments. Keep your wallet closed today if you’re tempted by flashy offers in that window. Instead, use the time for routine work, cleaning, replying to simple messages, or quiet prayer. If the mind feels jumpy, chant the Rahu mantra, “Om Raam Rahave Namaha” for a few minutes. It steadies you.From the inauspicious timings, Rahu Kaal is also listed as 2026-03-23 07:30:37 to 2026-03-23 09:02:00, matching the morning caution. Yamaganda runs from 2026-03-23 10:33:24 to 2026-03-23 12:04:47. Yamaganda is not ideal for beginning important work, especially anything involving authority figures, legal matters, or heavy commitments. Keep meetings light or use this period for review, not launch.Varjyam is from 2026-03-23 09:46:19 to 2026-03-23 11:14:05. Varjyam is like a patch of slippery road. Things can go off track even if you mean well. Avoid risky travel decisions, avoid sending angry messages, and don’t jump to conclusions. If you must speak, stick to facts.Gulika Kaal is shown as gulkai_kaal from 2026-03-23 13:36:10 to 2026-03-23 15:07:34. Many people use Gulika time for routine tasks, but avoid inaugurations and fresh starts. Two Dur Muhurtam periods appear today, 2026-03-23 12:29:06 to 2026-03-23 13:18:06, and 2026-03-23 14:55:18 to 2026-03-23 15:44:18. These are best kept for ordinary work, not for taking big calls.A longer caution is Vidaal Yoga from 2026-03-23 05:59:14 to 2026-03-23 20:49:19. It can bring irritability and small misunderstandings, especially because Krittika’s fire doesn’t tolerate nonsense. Don’t pick fights over tiny things. After 20:50:19, Aadal Yoga runs from 2026-03-23 20:50:19 to 2026-03-24 05:58:11. It’s not a time to be careless. Stay disciplined, especially with late night choices.One more inauspicious listing is baana – Roga from 2026-03-23 05:59:14 to 2026-03-24 02:13:14. The name itself warns of health sensitivity. Eat simple, drink enough water, and don’t ignore fatigue.Choghadiya also marks challenging pockets. During the day, inauspicious periods include Kaal @ 07:31, Rog @ 10:34, and Udveg @ 12:05. At night, be mindful around Rog @ 19:39, Kaal @ 21:07, and Udveg @ 24:04. Use those times for rest, prayer, and quiet tasks, not arguments or impulsive decisions.

Rahu Kaal Timings Across India

Rahu Kaal changes across India because it is calculated from the local sunrise, and sunrise differs from place to place due to longitude. Even on the same date, the Rahu Kaal window will shift slightly as you move east or west. The table below shows Rahu Kaal timings for major Indian cities, so you can match it to your location and plan accordingly.

Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise & Moonset

Sunrise today is at 06:00:09 and sunset is at 18:10:32. Sunrise is more than a time stamp. It’s the day’s first clean breath, when you can set intention before the world starts pulling at you. If you can’t do a long prayer, do a short one. Wash your face, stand near a window, and offer a simple gratitude. It counts.Sunset at 18:10:32 marks a natural emotional shift. People often feel the day’s tiredness around this time, and with Krittika’s sharpness, small irritations can rise. Slow down in the evening. A lamp at home, a short chant, or even sitting quietly for five minutes can change the mood.Moonrise is at 08:35:58 AM and Moonset is at 11:00:45 PM. With the Moon in Taurus, moonlight energy feels steady, comforting, and grounded. Morning Moonrise can bring a desire for predictability. You may want familiar food, familiar people, familiar routines. That’s not a weakness. It’s the mind’s way of seeking safety.Moonset at 11:00:45 PM reminds you to end the day on time. Don’t stretch yourself into the next day with needless scrolling or late night snacking. Taurus enjoys comfort, yes, but it also needs rhythm. Sleep is also a kind of prayer.

Vrat/Festival Information & Recommendations

No major Vrat or festival is observed today. The Hindu month running as per the Amanta calendar is Chaitra, a month that carries the feel of fresh beginnings and cleaner intentions. Even without a marked festival, Chaitra days can be used to bring order, purity, and direction into daily life. Think of it as sweeping the courtyard before guests arrive. The guests, in this case, are your next goals.With Shukla Paksh 5 (Panchami) and Krittika Nakshatra, the cosmos supports honest work and disciplined effort. Keep your day practical. If you’re planning to start a fitness routine, begin gently and stay consistent. If you’re planning to start a course or improve a skill, set a simple timetable and stick it on your wall. Krittika rewards the person who shows up daily.Relationships need careful handling. Krittika’s fire can make you blunt, and Taurus Moon can make you stubborn. A risky mix, no? If a family member or partner says something that irritates you, pause before replying. Choose one sentence that is truthful and kind. Save the long lecture. If you’re single and talking to someone new, don’t test them with sharp questions today. Let things unfold.At work, focus on finishing what’s already open. Clear emails, correct errors, submit what’s pending, and keep documentation neat. Your boss will notice the person who reduces chaos. Use Abhijit Muhurta from 2026-03-23 11:40:22 to 2026-03-23 12:29:06 for a key follow up or an important submission, and use Vijay Muhurta from 2026-03-23 14:06:34 to 2026-03-23 14:55:18 for tasks that need confidence. Avoid starting anything big in Rahu Kaal from 07:31 to 09:02. If you must travel or commute then, keep a buffer. Don’t rush.Spiritually, today is perfect for a simple routine. Light a lamp during Godhuli Muhurta from 2026-03-23 18:10:21 to 2026-03-23 18:33:57, and sit for a few minutes during Sayahana Sandhya from 2026-03-23 18:10:21 to 2026-03-23 19:21:09. If the mind feels noisy, chant “Om Raam Rahave Namaha” during the morning Rahu Kaal, then return to your normal work. No drama, just steadiness.As night deepens, the shift after 20:50:19 brings Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga and Ravi Yoga, both running from 2026-03-23 20:50:19 to 2026-03-24 05:58:11. Use that stretch to plan the next week, set your study goals, and decide what you’ll stop doing. One clear decision is worth more than ten half promises.Actionable advice: Keep your morning calm, avoid big starts between 07:31 and 09:02, do one important task in 2026-03-23 11:40:22 to 2026-03-23 12:29:06, and end your day by lighting a lamp at 18:10:21 to 18:33:57 and sleeping on time.