Disclaimer: Panchang data is based on traditional Vedic calculations using Swiss Ephemeris with Lahiri Ayanamsa and is provided for informational and cultural reference only. It should not be considered professional advice.
Today's Panchang
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Thursday · Guruvara · Ruled by Jupiter
At a Glance
Tithi
Ashtami
Nakshatra
Vishakha
Yoga
Indra
Karana
Vishti
Vara
Thursday
Tithi (Lunar Day)
Ashtami
Nakshatra (Lunar Mansion)
🎯 Vishakha
Yoga
Indra
Yoga is the angular relationship between the Sun and Moon, indicating the overall energy of the day.
Karana
Vishti
Karana is half of a Tithi and influences shorter activities and tasks during the day.
Vara (Day)
Thursday (Guruvara)
Lagna (Ascendant)
Leo (Simha)
The Lagna at sunrise determines the rising sign for the day, influencing the overall astrological context.
Today's Nakshatra
Vishakha
The Moon is transiting through Vishakha today. This nakshatra's energy influences the overall mood and activities that are favored during the day.
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What is Panchang?
Panchang (meaning "five limbs") is the Vedic Hindu calendar that tracks five key elements of each day: Tithi (lunar day), Nakshatra (lunar mansion), Yoga (Sun-Moon angle), Karana (half-tithi), and Vara (weekday).
These five elements together determine the auspiciousness of any given moment. Vedic astrologers use the Panchang to identify the best times for important activities like marriages, business ventures, travel, and spiritual practices (muhurta).
The Panchang is calculated based on the precise positions of the Sun and Moon using the Swiss Ephemeris with Lahiri Ayanamsa, ensuring accuracy for sidereal Vedic calculations.