Panchang for Pol
Sunday, 12 April 2026 • रविवार
Today's Cosmic Insight
AuspiciousThe energies of this Sunday, April 12th, 2026, unfold with a tapestry woven from the threads of Krishna Dashami and the gentle embrace of Shravana Nakshatra. As the Sun, the ruler of this day, ascends in the sky, its brilliance mingles with the waning phase of the Moon, guiding us to reflect and consolidate. The Dashami tithi in the Krishna Paksha encourages us to release that which no longer serves, preparing the ground for new beginnings. Let introspection and quiet contemplation be your allies today, as you journey inward to find strength and clarity. Under the celestial canopy of Shravana, the lunar mansion of listening, the cosmos invites us to lend a compassionate ear to the whispers of our hearts and the stories of those around us. With the Moon in its final pada here, a sense of completion and fulfillment arises. Communication and connection take center stage, but remember to listen more than you speak. The Yoga of Sadhya bestows a sense of purpose and the potential for accomplishment upon our endeavors. Nurture your intentions with care, and you may find that even the most ambitious goals are within reach. The Karana of Vanija, active during the first half of the day, suggests a focus on trade, commerce, and practical pursuits. Engage in activities that require skill and attention to detail, but be mindful of overextending yourself. Balance is key. As the Sun makes its presence known, infusing the day with vitality, let us attune ourselves to its radiant energy, allowing it to illuminate our path and guide us toward our true potential. Today is a day to harmonize reflection and action, listening and speaking, stillness and movement, for a fulfilling experience.
Panchang Elements
Auspicious Times
Inauspicious Times
Current Time Period
Today's Panchang for Pol (12 April 2026) falls on Krishna Dashami tithi of Krishna Paksha, under Dhanishta nakshatra (Pada 1). The prevailing yoga is Sadhya and karana is Vishti. Sunrise in Pol is at 06:53 AM and sunset at 08:08 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 Pol
This Panchang is calculated specifically for Pol using precise geographic coordinates (43.15°N, -7.33°E). Sunrise in Pol today is at 06:53 AM and sunset at 08:08 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 Pol 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 Pol?
Today's tithi in Pol is Krishna Dashami (Krishna 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 Pol?
The nakshatra in Pol today is Dhanishta (Pada 1). 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 Pol?
Rahu Kaal in Pol today is from 18:28 to 20:08. 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 Pol, the tithi is Krishna Dashami, the nakshatra is Dhanishta, and the yoga is Sadhya. For the best results, plan important activities during Abhijit Muhurat (13:04 – 13:57) and avoid Rahu Kaal (18:28 – 20:08). 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 Pol today, Abhijit Muhurat falls between 13:04 and 13:57. The word "Abhijit" means "victorious" — it is named after the auspicious nakshatra that rules this time window.