Panchang Today, March 31, 2026: Shukla Paksh 13 (Trayodasi), P.Phalguni, Shubh Muhurat, Rahu Kaal and more

Panchang Today is your everyday compass for planning with clarity, rooted in the quiet discipline of the Hindu calendar. It tells you how the Moon is moving, which lunar day is running, and what that shift means for work, family matters, travel, worship, and even your mood. In a fast week, this is how you stay connected to cultural roots and still make mindful, practical decisions. Some days feel like a steady river, others like gusty winds. Today has a bit of both. Below are the important Panchang details for March 31, 2026 for India:

Date & Day Details

March 31, 2026 falls on a Tuesday, and that itself brings a focused, action-first flavour to the day. Tuesday energy is sharp, sometimes impatient, but great for getting things done if you keep your temper in check.The Tithi is Shukla Paksh 13 (Trayodasi), and it ends at 06:56:05, after which Shukla Paksh 14 (Chaturdasi) begins. Trayodasi in the bright half is like the Moon nearing fullness, the mind wants results, closure, and visible progress. You may notice people around you are less interested in half promises and more in clear outcomes. This is a good day to finish pending tasks, submit that document, close a deal that is already in discussion, or complete household work you’ve been postponing. Spiritually, Trayodasi is also linked to Shiva worship in many homes, and it supports discipline, restraint, and the courage to correct your course.The Nakshatra is P.Phalguni, ending at 15:20:53, and then U.Phalguni takes over. Purva Phalguni is associated with Bhaga, the deity of good fortune and rightful enjoyment. It has a warm, inviting quality, like sunlight on a winter blanket. It favours social connections, reconciliation, creative effort, and making life a little more comfortable. If you’ve been meaning to speak to a friend, mend a small misunderstanding at home, or plan something that adds beauty to your routine, this star supports it. When U.Phalguni arrives after 15:20:53, the mood becomes more grounded and duty-oriented. You’ll feel the shift. Enjoyment gives way to responsibility, and you’ll want things to be organised.The Moon sign stays in Leo 21.32 for most of the day and transitions to Virgo at 31/03/2026 21:32:44. Leo Moon can make everyone a little proud. You might feel like you’re carrying the whole world on your shoulders, or you may want appreciation for what you do daily. Don’t wait for applause. Give yourself a fair pat on the back, then return to work. After the shift to Virgo, the mind becomes more analytical. Small details start mattering, and you’ll want to fix what’s imperfect, from your inbox to your pantry shelf.The Yoga is Ganda, ending at 15:41:31, followed by Vriddhi. Ganda can bring knotty moments where plans feel stuck or people misunderstand you. Patience helps, and so does simple speech. After 15:41:31, Vriddhi supports growth and steady gains, like a sapling finally catching good rain.Karan also colours the day. Taitila runs till 06:56:05, then Gara continues till 18:58:12, followed by Vanij. Gara supports practical work, teamwork, and routines. Vanij has a trading, business-minded pulse, useful for planning expenses and thinking through purchases with a cool head.

Auspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat)

Auspicious timings today are like clear patches in a cloudy sky. Use them well, especially if you’re starting something that needs blessing and momentum.Brahma Muhurta is from 2026-03-31 04:18:04 to 2026-03-31 05:04:28. This is the calm before the world wakes up, when the mind is clean and receptive. If you want to meditate, chant, study quietly, or simply sit with your thoughts and plan the day, this is your best window. Even a short prayer or a few pages of focused reading can set your tone.Pratah Sandhya runs 2026-03-31 04:41:16 to 2026-03-31 05:50:52. It’s ideal for Surya arghya, basic breathing practice, and setting intentions. Think of it as watering your inner garden before the heat of the day.Siddha Yoga is active from 2026-03-31 05:50:52 to 2026-03-31 06:55:57, and Ravi Yoga runs 2026-03-31 05:50:52 to 2026-03-31 15:20:57. These periods support success through effort. Use them for important calls, sending proposals, starting a study schedule, or taking a decisive step in a project that has been waiting.Amrit Kalam is from 2026-03-31 08:48:25 to 2026-03-31 10:26:33. This is excellent for anything you want to “stick”, like a new habit, a job application, a meaningful conversation with family, or a health routine.Abhijit Muhurta is from 2026-03-31 11:37:36 to 2026-03-31 12:27:08. This midday blessing is good for starting work that requires confidence. If there’s a meeting where you need your voice heard, schedule your key points around this time.Vijay Muhurta, from 2026-03-31 14:06:12 to 2026-03-31 14:55:44, supports victory through right action. Useful for negotiations, presentations, interviews, and competitive exams preparation.Godhuli Muhurta is from 2026-03-31 18:13:54 to 2026-03-31 18:37:06, along with Sayahana Sandhya from 2026-03-31 18:13:54 to 2026-03-31 19:23:30. The evening transition is powerful for lamp lighting, gratitude, and calming the home atmosphere.Nishita Muhurta is 2026-03-31 23:38:42 to 2026-04-01 00:25:06, a deep night window suited for intense sadhana, quiet japa, or sincere prayers.Choghadiya also guides day-to-day choices. For daytime auspicious periods, Laabh @ 10:29, Amrit @ 12:02, and Shubh @ 15:08 are supportive for productive work, purchases that are necessary, and important discussions. At night, Laabh @ 19:41, Shubh @ 22:35, and Amrit @ 24:02 are good for study, planning, or calm family conversations.

Inauspicious Timings

Rahu Kalam today is from 15:08 to 16:41. This is the classic window where confusion rises faster than clarity, and even small choices can feel like they carry a shadow. Rahu doesn’t always bring loss, but it tests your judgement and tempts you to rush. So slow down.During Rahu Kaal, choose inner work over outer risk. Meditation, quiet breathing, and simple prayer fit well. If you chant, use the Rahu mantra, Om Raam Rahave Namaha, and keep your mind steady. Avoid starting new ventures, signing contracts, lending money, or making impulsive financial decisions. Keep your wallet closed today during this stretch, even if an offer looks shiny.The detailed Panchang listing also records Rahu Kaal as 2026-03-31 15:08:08 to 2026-03-31 16:41:01. Treat the whole period as sensitive.Other inauspicious timings matter too. Yamaganda runs 2026-03-31 08:56:37 to 2026-03-31 10:29:30. This period can bring delays and irritations, especially while commuting, dealing with official work, or making urgent phone calls. Keep extra buffer time and don’t pick fights over small issues.Gulkai Kaal is from 2026-03-31 12:02:23 to 2026-03-31 13:35:15. Gulika can create a slow, heavy mood. It’s better for routine tasks than for launching something important.Dur Muhurtam appears twice, from 2026-03-31 08:19:28 to 2026-03-31 09:09:28, and again from 2026-03-31 22:52:18 to 2026-03-31 23:38:18. These are the kinds of stretches where misunderstandings flare up and outcomes can feel unfavourable. If you must have tough conversations, keep your tone calm and your words measured.Varjyam is from 2026-03-31 22:50:57 to 2026-04-01 00:27:00. This is best treated as a “no new start” phase. Don’t initiate a new purchase, a risky discussion, or a fresh commitment here.Baana (Roga) is listed from 2026-04-01 04:16:52 to 2026-04-01 05:49:50. It falls into the next early morning hours, and it signals a health-sensitive tone. If you’re staying up late, don’t ignore fatigue.There are also entries for Vidal Yoga and Aadal Yoga, with times noted as 2026-03-31 20:10:57 to 2026-03-31 15:20:57, and Aadal Yoga from 2026-03-31 05:50:52 to 2026-03-31 15:20:57, plus Aadal Yoga (detailed) from 2026-03-31 20:10:57 to 2026-04-01 05:49:50. Treat these as cautionary influences around decision-making and speech, especially in the later part of the day.Choghadiya inauspicious periods can help you avoid avoidable stress. In the day, Rog @ 05:51, Udveg @ 07:24, Kaal @ 13:35, and Rog @ 16:41 are better kept for routine work only. At night, Kaal @ 18:14, Udveg @ 21:08, Rog @ 26:56, and Kaal @ 28:23 can bring restlessness, so keep plans simple and don’t stir old disputes.

Rahu Kaal Timings Across India

Rahu Kaal varies by geographic location across India because it is calculated from local sunrise time, and sunrise differs from place to place due to longitude differences. That’s why the Rahu Kaal window is not identical everywhere, even on the same date. The table below shows Rahu Kaal for major Indian cities, so you can follow the timing closest to where you are.

Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise & Moonset

Sunrise today is at 05:51:33, and sunset is at 18:14:04. Sunrise is not just a clock event, it’s a daily reset. If your morning has been messy lately, take a small step today, wake up a little cleaner, drink water, say a brief prayer, and begin again. The day’s light supports action, especially with the Moon in Leo for most of the time. You may feel like pushing hard. Do it, but don’t bulldoze people.Moonrise is at 04:43:10 PM. This evening Moon can make emotions more visible, like ripples on a pond. If you’ve been holding back a feeling, you might feel it rise around this time. Choose softness over drama. Moonset is at 05:12:27 AM, Apr 1, which means the Moon stays present through the night. Good for reflective journaling, quiet reading, or a few minutes of japa before sleep.The day-night cycle today asks for balanced living. Work with the daylight for results and use the night for repair, rest, and perspective. A simple rhythm, but it changes everything.

Vrat/Festival Information & Recommendations

Today’s Vrat and festival note is clear. Pradosh Vrat is observed, a monthly_vrat based on Shukla Paksha Trayodashi, a fortnightly evening fast dedicated to Lord Shiva. It comes in the Hindu month of Chaitra, a month that carries the feeling of beginnings, like new leaves arriving after a dry spell. Pradosh reminds you that renewal isn’t loud. It’s disciplined, steady, and sincere.In tradition, Pradosh Vrat is linked to devotion for Shiva as the remover of inner poison, pride, and confusion. The story mood is simple and powerful, when the mind becomes restless, you don’t wrestle it with force, you offer it to Shiva and let it quieten, drop by drop. Many families observe the fast with a clean diet, avoiding indulgence, and spending time in prayer. If a full fast isn’t possible due to health or work, keep it as a partial vrat. Eat light, avoid anger, and stay away from harsh speech. That, too, is tapasya.How should you shape the day around it? Since Trayodasi ends at 06:56:05, the day moves into Chaturdasi energy early, which can feel intense. Keep your routine tidy. Handle essential work in the productive windows, especially before the afternoon gets heavy. If you must travel, leave with buffer time. Don’t carry frustration into your home.For relationships, the Leo Moon can make ego issues louder. Ask yourself, do you want to be right, or do you want peace? A small apology, even for your tone, can soften the atmosphere. Speak warmly to elders. Give children structure, not lectures.For career and studies, use the Ravi Yoga stretch from 2026-03-31 05:50:52 to 2026-03-31 15:20:57 to push important work. Your boss will notice consistent output, not dramatic effort. Keep your to-do list realistic. Finish two key tasks properly rather than starting five and leaving them half done.For spiritual practice, make use of Brahma Muhurta 2026-03-31 04:18:04 to 2026-03-31 05:04:28 or Nishita Muhurta 2026-03-31 23:38:42 to 2026-04-01 00:25:06 for japa, simple Shiva nama smaran, or silent sitting. Light a lamp at home during Godhuli Muhurta 2026-03-31 18:13:54 to 2026-03-31 18:37:06 and keep your prayer short but sincere.End the day like you’d close a temple door, gently, with gratitude. Take one practical action now, choose one auspicious window for your most important task, avoid new starts in Rahu Kaal 15:08 to 16:41, and keep your speech soft all evening.