Panchang for Pune
Monday, 07 December 2026 • सोमवार
Today's Cosmic Insight
NeutralToday, as the Monday sun ascends, painted by the gentle hues of Chandra's day, we find ourselves under the watchful gaze of Krishna Chaturdashi. This 29th tithi of the waning moon invites introspection, a turning inward as we approach the stillness of Amavasya. It is a time to gently release what no longer serves us, to clear the inner landscape in preparation for new beginnings. The veil between worlds thins, making it a potent time for contemplation and quiet reflection. The celestial tapestry is further woven with the threads of Vishakha Nakshatra, its fourth pada resonating with a determined energy. Vishakha, a star of purpose and focus, encourages us to maintain equilibrium as we navigate the final stages of this lunar cycle. However, the presence of Vishti Karana for the first half of the day may bring fleeting obstacles or delays. Patience and discernment are key; avoid impulsive decisions and strive for mindful action, especially during the initial hours. As the day unfolds, Sukarma Yoga blesses us with its auspicious influence. Sukarma, the yoga of good deeds, favors acts of kindness, service, and creativity. It is a reminder that even amidst the waning energies, we can sow seeds of positivity and contribute to the well-being of ourselves and others. Let your actions be guided by compassion, and let your words be gentle and true. Embrace the introspective nature of the day, releasing the old and nurturing the seeds of new beginnings with mindful intention.
Panchang Elements
Auspicious Times
Inauspicious Times
Current Time Period
Panchang for Pune on Monday, 07 December 2026 shows Krishna Chaturdashi tithi (Krishna Paksha) with Vishakha nakshatra in Pada 4. The yoga for this day is Sukarma and the karana is Vishti. Sunrise occurs at 06:53 AM and sunset at 05:57 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 Pune
This Panchang is calculated specifically for Pune using precise geographic coordinates (18.52°N, 73.86°E). Sunrise in Pune on this day is at 06:53 AM and sunset at 05:57 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 Pune 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 Pune?
The tithi on Monday, 07 December 2026 in Pune is Krishna Chaturdashi (Krishna Paksha). Tithi determines the nature of the lunar day and is used for festival observance, muhurat timing, and daily planning.
What is today's nakshatra in Pune?
The nakshatra in Pune on 07 December 2026 is Vishakha (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 on 07 December 2026 in Pune?
Rahu Kaal in Pune on 07 December 2026 is from 08:16 to 09:39. 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 07 December 2026 auspicious for starting new work?
The auspiciousness of any day depends on the combination of all five Panchang elements. On 07 December 2026 in Pune, the tithi is Krishna Chaturdashi, the nakshatra is Vishakha, and the yoga is Sukarma. For the best results, plan important activities during Abhijit Muhurat (12:03 – 12:47) and avoid Rahu Kaal (08:16 – 09:39). 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 ?
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 Pune on 07 December 2026, Abhijit Muhurat falls between 12:03 and 12:47. The word "Abhijit" means "victorious" — it is named after the auspicious nakshatra that rules this time window.