Panchang Today, March 22, 2026: Shukla Paksh 4 (Chaturthi), Bharani, Shubh Muhurat, Rahu Kaal and More

Panchang Today is your steady compass for the day, drawn from the old, dependable mathematics of the Hindu calendar. It tells you how the Moon is moving, which lunar day is running, and which time pockets support clean beginnings. In a busy Indian routine, this helps you plan with precision, without losing touch with your cultural roots. Some days feel like a fresh breeze, others feel like heat before a storm. Today has both, so timing matters. Make mindful choices in work, money, and even family conversations. Below are the important Panchang details for March 22, 2026 for India:

Date & Day Details

Date & Day DetailsSunday arrives with the Sun’s own flavour, a day that pushes self-belief and personal leadership. The Tithi running today is Shukla Paksh 4 (Chaturthi), and it ends at 21:16:48, after which Shukla Paksh 5 (Panchami) begins. Chaturthi in the bright fortnight carries a building energy, like a sapling that has just taken root and now wants steady water and sunlight. It supports disciplined effort, planning, and removing small but persistent blocks. It’s also a good Tithi to correct course. Missed a workout, delayed a phone call, ignored a pending bill? Chaturthi reminds you to clean up the basics before chasing the big prize.The Nakshatra is Bharani, lasting till 22:42:41, then moving into Krittika. Bharani is traditionally linked with Yama, the deity of dharma and restraint. That’s why this star often asks for maturity. It rewards people who do the right thing even when no one’s watching. Bharani energy can feel intense, even a bit uncompromising. But it’s fertile too. It supports tasks that need endurance, serious study, careful documentation, and sticking to promises. As the day shifts to Krittika, the tone changes. Krittika is associated with Agni, the fire principle. It burns away doubt and supports decisive action, cleaning, sorting, and cutting out what’s unnecessary. If you’ve been procrastinating, the Bharani to Krittika shift is like clouds moving away from the Sun. The light becomes sharper.The Moon stays in Aries 16.35 today, and it transitions at 23/03/2026 04:13:56 into Taurus. Aries Moon brings quick emotions and fast decisions. People may speak first and think later. You might feel a sudden urge to start something, call someone, or make a purchase just to feel in control. The wise move is to use this Aries spark for effort, not impulse. Channel it into exercise, tackling a difficult email, or starting that study chapter you’ve been avoiding. Since the Moon sign changes later at night into Taurus, the mind gradually settles, craving comfort and stability. You may feel more grounded in the late night hours, but don’t wait till then to do everything.Yoga today is Vaidhriti, ending at 15:41:35, after which Vishkumbha begins. Vaidhriti is known for creating a push and pull, as if the day asks you to prove your patience. It’s not the best for reckless beginnings, but it’s excellent for finishing what’s pending and building resilience. Vishkumbha later supports steadier progress and better coordination with others. The Karan starts with Vanij till 10:36:47, a trade and transaction kind of Karan, then Visti till 21:16:48, which can bring delays or sharp reactions if you rush. After that, Bava begins, which is lighter and more supportive. So yes, do your work. Just don’t force outcomes in the middle of the day.

Auspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat)

Auspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat)The day opens with Brahma Muhurta from 2026-03-22 04:25:44 to 2026-03-22 05:13:00. This is quiet, sattvic time, when the mind is less cluttered and prayers go straight, like a clear stream. If you’ve been wanting a clean habit, reading a spiritual text, yoga, or a simple naam japa, start here. Even 15 minutes is enough to set the tone.Pratah Sandhya runs from 2026-03-22 04:49:22 to 2026-03-22 06:00:16. This is ideal for Surya arghya, a short meditation, and setting intentions for the day. You’ll notice the difference in focus if you avoid the phone during this window. Keep it old school.Abhijit Muhurta is from 2026-03-22 11:40:56 to 2026-03-22 12:29:36. Abhijit has a reputation for rescuing actions from minor doshas. Use it for important meetings, sending proposals, making a formal request, or beginning a study sprint. If you’ve been delaying a difficult conversation with a family member, a calm, respectful start in this window helps.Vijay Muhurta runs from 2026-03-22 14:06:56 to 2026-03-22 14:55:36. It supports victory through effort. Good for competitive exams practice, interviews, negotiations, or asking for what you deserve at work. Keep your points ready. Don’t ramble.Ravi Yoga is active from 2026-03-22 06:00:16 to 2026-03-22 22:42:22, giving a solar lift to many practical tasks. If you want momentum, this is your background support, especially for leadership work and taking responsibility.Evening offers Godhuli Muhurta from 2026-03-22 18:09:55 to 2026-03-22 18:33:33, perfect for lamp lighting, home prayers, and a gentle reset after the day’s heat. Sayahana Sandhya continues from 2026-03-22 18:09:55 to 2026-03-22 19:20:49, a lovely time to slow down, do aarti, or simply sit with your elders and listen.Amrit Kalam is from 2026-03-22 18:17:34 to 2026-03-22 19:45:50, a sweet pocket for blessings. If you must do something important late, like finalising a plan or making a heartfelt apology, this time supports harmony.Choghadiya also guides the day. Day auspicious periods are Laabh @ 09:03, Amrit @ 10:34, and Shubh @ 13:36. Night auspicious periods are Shubh @ 18:10, Amrit @ 19:38, Laabh @ 25:33, and Shubh @ 28:31. Pick one good window and commit to the task. That’s the whole secret.

Inauspicious Timings

Inauspicious TimingsRahu Kaal today is from 16:38 to 18:10. Rahu is the shadow planet that creates confusion, shortcuts, and restless desire. During Rahu Kaal, avoid starting new ventures, signing contracts, making large payments, or taking risky decisions based on half information. Keep your wallet closed today in this window. Also avoid saying yes impulsively, especially to offers that look too good.What should you do then? Keep it simple and inward. Meditation, journaling, breathwork, and chanting work well. If you want a steady remedy, chant the Rahu mantra “Om Raam Rahave Namaha” with focus. Even 11 times, said without drama, can cool the mind. Rahu Kaal is not “bad” for everything. It’s just not supportive for fresh beginnings.The detailed Rahu period listed is 2026-03-22 16:38:42 to 2026-03-22 18:09:55, so keep the same cautious approach through that stretch.Yamaganda runs from 2026-03-22 12:05:05 to 2026-03-22 13:36:17. This is another time to avoid launching something new. If you have an unavoidable meeting, use the time for review, not commitment. Ask questions. Take notes. Sleep on the final decision.Gulika Kaal is from 2026-03-22 15:07:30 to 2026-03-22 16:38:42. Gulika often brings delays and minor mishaps when you rush. Drive a bit slower. Double check messages before sending. Don’t multitask while cooking.Dur Muhurtam appears twice, from 2026-03-22 06:48:56 to 2026-03-22 07:37:56, and again from 2026-03-22 16:32:56 to 2026-03-22 17:21:56. Treat these as fragile time pockets. Avoid confrontations, avoid confrontational emails, and don’t start anything that needs luck to cooperate.Varjyam is from 2026-03-22 09:28:22 to 2026-03-22 10:56:23. Varjyam is like a patch of rough water. Travel can feel tiring, communication can get misunderstood, and outcomes may not match effort. Use it for routine work, cleaning, and low stakes tasks.There are also wider inauspicious yogas: Visha Yoga from 2026-03-21 23:57:16 to 2026-03-22 05:59:16, Dagdha Yoga from 2026-03-22 00:38:16 to 2026-03-22 05:59:16, and Vidaal Yoga from 2026-03-22 22:43:22 to 2026-03-23 05:59:14, with the same timing repeated in vidaal_yoga_detailed. These are best treated with restraint. Avoid late night arguments and avoid late night impulse purchases.Choghadiya inauspicious periods also deserve attention. Day inauspicious periods are Udveg @ 06:01, Kaal @ 12:05, Rog @ 15:07, and Udveg @ 16:38. Night inauspicious periods are Rog @ 22:36, Kaal @ 24:05, and Udveg @ 27:02. If you can, keep your toughest calls away from these slots.

Rahu Kaal Timings Across India

Rahu Kaal Timings Across IndiaRahu Kaal changes by geographic location across India because it is calculated from local sunrise, and sunrise differs from place to place due to longitude. That’s why the same weekday shows different Rahu Kaal ranges across different parts of the country. The table below shows Rahu Kaal for major Indian cities. Use it to plan local commitments, especially if you’re travelling or coordinating with people in another region.

Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise & Moonset

Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise & MoonsetSunrise is at 06:01:14 and sunset is at 18:10:05. That’s a clean span of daylight, and on a Sunday it carries a strong solar signature. If you’ve been feeling low on confidence, step outside in the morning light for a few minutes. Offer a simple prayer, or just stand quietly and breathe. The Sun doesn’t ask for fancy rituals. It asks for respect and regularity.Moonrise is at 07:52:51 AM and moonset is at 09:47:48 PM. With the Moon in Aries, the mind may feel like it’s marching forward, even when the body wants rest. You might notice impatience in traffic, in queues, or in family discussions. Don’t take the bait. The Moon’s light is bright in the early part of the night, and that’s good for a short walk after dinner, a little reading, or winding down with calming music. Try not to extend work late just because you feel wired. Sleep is also a kind of prayer, especially on days with intense nakshatra energy.As the evening approaches, the twilight windows like Godhuli and Sayahana Sandhya act like soft rain on a heated day. Use them. Light a lamp, tidy the prayer corner, and let the mind settle before night deepens.

Vrat/Festival Information & Recommendations

Vrat/Festival Information & RecommendationsVinayaka Chaturthi Vrat is observed today, based on Shukla Paksha Chaturthi, the monthly Ganesha worship. Since the Amanta Hindu month is Chaitra, this Chaturthi carries the feeling of new beginnings and fresh cycles, like the first clear sky after a long spell of dust. Lord Ganesha is invoked as Vighnaharta, the remover of obstacles, but also as the lord of wise beginnings. That second part matters. People pray to Ganesha not just to remove problems, but to remove wrong thinking that creates problems.How to keep the vrat in a practical way? Keep it simple and sincere. Many households observe a partial fast, avoid heavy or tamasic food, and offer prayers with a clean heart. If you can, offer modak or a simple sweet, along with durva if available, and a small diya. Read or listen to a brief Ganesha stotra. Speak less, listen more. That’s also a Chaturthi discipline.Because today’s Nakshatra is Bharani, with Yama’s influence, this vrat can be even more meaningful if you add one extra promise to yourself. Stop one small habit that drains you. Unnecessary scrolling, gossip in office groups, mindless snacking, buying things to fix moods. Pick one. Hold it for a day. The point is not punishment. The point is control.For relationships, keep your tone soft, even if you feel strongly. Aries Moon can make you blunt, and Bharani can make you stubborn. A small misunderstanding can grow if you insist on “winning”. Choose respect over ego. Call your parents, or check on an elder at home. It will steady the whole atmosphere.For career and work, use the morning for steady output and the afternoon for smart follow ups. Vanij Karan till 10:36:47 supports practical tasks like billing, shopping for essentials, and organising accounts. After that, Visti can create minor blocks, so build buffer time into your schedule. Your boss will notice calm execution more than loud effort.For spiritual practice, aim for one clean sit in Brahma Muhurta or Pratah Sandhya, and one short prayer in Godhuli Muhurta. If you feel anxious later, chant “Om Raam Rahave Namaha” during Rahu Kaal, then shift to a Ganesha mantra after. Keep your home a little quieter tonight, since Vidaal Yoga starts at 2026-03-22 22:43:22 and runs till 2026-03-23 05:59:14.End the day with one small act of order. Wash the dishes before sleeping, set your clothes for tomorrow, write down the top three tasks. Actionable advice: choose one auspicious window for your most important work, avoid new commitments during 16:38 to 18:10, and offer a simple Ganesha prayer with one promise you can actually keep.