Panchang for Mumbai
Thursday, 26 March 2026 • गुरुवार
Today's Cosmic Insight
NeutralThe dawn of Thursday, guided by the benevolent hand of Jupiter, unfolds under the Shukla Navami tithi, a day ripe with burgeoning potential. As the waxing Moon journeys through its ninth phase, a sense of optimism fills the air, encouraging us to bring forth intentions and projects that have been gestating in the fertile darkness. It is a day to foster growth, much like tending to a sapling with care and anticipation, knowing that diligent effort yields bountiful results. Let your endeavors be imbued with the spirit of expansion and progress that this lunar phase so gracefully embodies. Ardra Nakshatra, with the Moon nestled in its fourth pada, colors the day with a unique blend of sensitivity and transformative power. Ardra, symbolized by a teardrop, reminds us of the potency of emotions and the cathartic release that comes from acknowledging our inner landscape. It is a time for introspection and understanding, for recognizing that even sorrow can be a catalyst for profound change. Under this celestial influence, cultivate empathy, both for yourself and others, and allow compassion to guide your interactions. The auspicious Shobhana Yoga graces this day, bestowing its inherent beauty and grace upon our actions. This is a time to engage in activities that bring joy and harmony, for the cosmos is aligned to support endeavors that are pleasing to the senses and uplifting to the spirit. Embrace the opportunity to create, connect, and celebrate the beauty that surrounds you. Let Balava Karana, the active force for the day, inspire you with strength and courage to pursue your goals with unwavering resolve. As the Sun sets, may you reflect on a day well-lived, filled with purpose, beauty, and heartfelt connection.
Panchang Elements
Auspicious Times
Inauspicious Times
Current Time Period
Today's Panchang for Mumbai (26 March 2026) falls on Shukla Navami tithi of Shukla Paksha, under Ardra nakshatra (Pada 4). The prevailing yoga is Shobhana and karana is Balava. Sunrise in Mumbai is at 06:38 AM and sunset at 06:50 PM.
What is Panchang? पंचांग
The word Panchang comes from Sanskrit — Pancha (five) + Anga (limbs). It is the traditional Vedic calendar system that has been used across the Indian subcontinent for thousands of years to track lunar days, stellar positions, and cosmic rhythms. Every day in the Hindu calendar is defined by these five elements working together.
Tithi तिथि
The lunar day — determined by the angular distance between the Sun and Moon. There are 30 tithis in a lunar month, 15 in each paksha (Shukla and Krishna). Each tithi carries its own energy: some are ideal for beginnings, others for completion or rest. Festivals like Ekadashi, Amavasya, and Purnima are all tithi-based.
Nakshatra नक्षत्र
The lunar mansion — the Moon's position among 27 star clusters along the ecliptic. Each nakshatra spans 13°20' of the zodiac and has a ruling deity, planet, and distinct character. Nakshatras are central to muhurat selection, birth chart interpretation, and compatibility matching in Vedic astrology.
Yoga योग
The luni-solar combination — calculated from the sum of the Sun's and Moon's longitudes divided into 27 equal parts. Each yoga has a name and nature (auspicious, neutral, or inauspicious). Yogas like Siddha, Amrita, and Shubha are considered favorable, while Vyaghata and Vajra call for caution.
Karana करण
Half of a tithi — each tithi has two karanas, giving 60 karanas in a lunar month. Of the 11 karana types, 4 are fixed (Shakuni, Chatushpada, Naga, Kimstughna) and 7 are movable. Karanas help fine-tune the auspiciousness of a tithi for specific activities.
Vara वार
The weekday — each vara is ruled by a planet: Ravivara (Sun), Somavara (Moon), Mangalavara (Mars), Budhavara (Mercury), Guruvara (Jupiter), Shukravara (Venus), Shanivara (Saturn). The ruling planet influences the character of the day and which activities are most favored.
Why Check the Panchang Daily?
For centuries, families, priests, and astrologers across India have consulted the Panchang before making any significant decision. It isn't superstition — it's a systematic method of aligning human activity with natural cycles.
Muhurat Selection
Find the most auspicious time for weddings, griha pravesh, mundan, namkaran, and other samskaras. The right muhurat combines a favorable tithi, nakshatra, yoga, and karana while avoiding Rahu Kaal.
Business & Finance
Start a new business, sign contracts, make investments, or open accounts during auspicious tithis and nakshatras. Many Indian businesses still consult the Panchang before major financial decisions.
Festival & Vrat Dates
Hindu festivals follow the lunar calendar — Diwali, Navratri, Karva Chauth, Ekadashi, and Pradosh Vrat dates all come from the Panchang. Accurate tithi calculations ensure you observe these on the correct day.
Daily Puja & Rituals
Know the ruling deity of the day, the appropriate mantras for the current nakshatra, and whether the tithi supports your planned worship. Brahma Muhurat and Abhijit Muhurat are the day's most sacred windows.
Travel & Journeys
Vedic tradition recommends checking the Panchang before long journeys. Certain nakshatras (like Ashwini, Mrigashira, Pushya, Revati) are considered ideal for travel, while Rahu Kaal should be avoided for departures.
Education & Learning
Vidyarambha (beginning of education) and joining a new course or school are traditionally timed using the Panchang. Nakshatras ruled by Mercury and Jupiter are especially valued for intellectual pursuits.
Panchang for Mumbai
This Panchang is calculated specifically for Mumbai using precise geographic coordinates (19.08°N, 72.88°E). Sunrise in Mumbai today is at 06:38 AM and sunset at 06:50 PM — all time-dependent elements including tithi end times, Rahu Kaal, Yamaghanda, Gulika Kaal, Abhijit Muhurat, and Brahma Muhurat are derived from these local sun timings.
Because the Panchang is location-sensitive, the same date can show different tithi or nakshatra transition times in different cities. A tithi that ends at 3:42 PM in Mumbai may end at a different time in another city due to the difference in sunrise. This is why it's important to use a Panchang calculated for your specific city rather than a generic national Panchang.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is today's tithi in Mumbai?
Today's tithi in Mumbai is Shukla Navami (Shukla Paksha). Tithi is the lunar day calculated from the angular distance between the Sun and Moon — it is the first and most important element of the Panchang.
What is today's nakshatra in Mumbai?
The nakshatra in Mumbai today is Ardra (Pada 4). Nakshatras are the 27 lunar mansions used in Vedic astrology for muhurat selection, birth chart analysis, and daily planning.
What time is Rahu Kaal today in Mumbai?
Rahu Kaal in Mumbai today is from 14:16 to 15:47. Rahu Kaal is a daily inauspicious period lasting approximately 90 minutes, calculated from the local sunrise time. It is considered unfavorable for starting new ventures, signing contracts, or beginning journeys. The timing shifts each day of the week based on a fixed planetary order.
Is today auspicious for starting new work?
The auspiciousness of any day depends on the combination of all five Panchang elements. Today in Mumbai, the tithi is Shukla Navami, the nakshatra is Ardra, and the yoga is Shobhana. For the best results, plan important activities during Abhijit Muhurat (12:20 – 13:08) and avoid Rahu Kaal (14:16 – 15:47). For a detailed muhurat analysis, use our Muhurat Finder.
How is Panchang different for each city?
The Panchang changes from city to city because all time-based calculations depend on the local sunrise and sunset. Sunrise in a western city like Mumbai occurs later than in an eastern city like Kolkata — this shifts the timing of Rahu Kaal, Yamaghanda, Gulika Kaal, Brahma Muhurat, Abhijit Muhurat, Choghadiya, and Hora. Even tithi and nakshatra transition times can fall on different sides of midnight, making a tithi "today" in one city but "tomorrow" in another. Always use a Panchang calculated for your specific location.
What is Abhijit Muhurat and when is it today?
Abhijit Muhurat is a universally auspicious period of approximately 48 minutes occurring around midday. It is considered favorable for almost all activities — starting new work, signing documents, travel, and religious ceremonies. In Mumbai today, Abhijit Muhurat falls between 12:20 and 13:08. The word "Abhijit" means "victorious" — it is named after the auspicious nakshatra that rules this time window.