Dainika Panchang, 18 March 2026
The Five Limbs
Vara
24-Hour Progression (Sunrise to Sunrise)
Local Solar DaySurya & Chandra
Sun (Surya)
Moon (Chandra)
Detailed Panchanga
Rashi & Nakshatra Details
Lunar Month, Samvat and Brihaspati Samvatsara
Auspicious Timings
- Brahma Muhurat04:46 AM – 05:34 AM
- Pratah Sandhya05:10 AM – 06:21 AM
- None
- Vijaya Muhurta02:23 PM – 03:12 PM
- Godhuli Muhurta06:24 PM – 06:48 PM
- Sayahna Sandhya06:24 PM – 07:36 PM
- Amrit Kalam03:01 AM – 04:34 AM, Mar 19
- Nishita Muhurta11:59 PM – 12:46 AM, Mar 19
- None
- None
- None
- None
- None
- None
- 05:21 AM – 06:20 AM, Mar 19
- 06:21 AM – 05:21 AM, Mar 19
Auspicious Timings Guide: Brahma Muhurat, Abhijit, and Amrit Kalam are traditionally chosen for launching ventures, travel, and auspicious ceremonies.
Inauspicious Periods
- 12:23 PM – 01:53 PM
- Yamaganda07:52 AM – 09:22 AM
- Gulika Kalam10:53 AM – 12:23 PM
- Dur Muhurtam11:59 AM – 12:47 PM
- Varjyam12:20 PM – 01:52 PM
- Baana DoshaRoga
- Bhadra (Vishti)None
- VinchudoNone
- PanchakFull Day
- 09:16 AM – 05:21 AM, Mar 19
- None
- None
- None
- None
- None
- None
- None
- None
- None
Traditional Guidance: Important undertakings, financial investments, and major travel are traditionally avoided during Rahu Kalam and Yamaganda.
Ritu & Ayana
Nivas, Shoola & Alignments
Mantri Mandala (Council of Planets)
Chandrabalam
Tarabalam
Panchaka Rahita Intervals
Udaya Lagna Timings
Other Calendars & Epoch
Festivals, Vrats & Rituals
Maha Shivaratri
Major FestivalThe Great Night of Shiva celebrating the divine union of Shiva-Shakti and the manifestation of the cosmic Jyotirlinga.
Maha Shivaratri represents overcoming the darkness of ignorance, ego, and worldly attachment: 1. Shiva-Shakti Union: Commemorates the cosmic wedding of Lord Shiva (pure consciousness) and Goddess Parvati (dynamic creative energy). 2. Neelakantha Compassion: Honors Lord Shiva drinking the deadly Halahala poison during the Samudra Manthan to save all living entities. 3. Lingodbhava Jyotirlinga: Marks the manifestation of the infinite, beginningless and endless pillar of fiery light.
- ✦Nishita Kaal Maha Lingodbhava Puja at midnight.
- ✦Rudra Abhisheka with 11 recitations of Sri Rudram.
- ✦Offering 108 Bilva leaves with Chandan.
Phalguna Purnima
Major FestivalAuspicious celebration and sacred observance of Phalguna Purnima bringing families and communities together in devotion.
Every traditional festival carries a profound timeless message—reminding us of the interconnectedness of all life, the cycles of nature, and the ultimate triumph of goodness, gratitude, and moral integrity. Participating in Phalguna Purnima rejuvenates the spirit, alleviates daily stresses, and passes down cherished cultural values and sacred wisdom to future generations.
- ✦Early morning purification bath and wearing clean, festive traditional attire.
- ✦Illuminating the home shrine with ghee lamps and offering fresh fragrant flowers.
- ✦Performing traditional prayers and chanting uplifting hymns and stotras.
- ✦Preparing and sharing delicious festive meals and consecrated prasad with neighbors and the needy.
- ✦Expressing gratitude for health, family unity, and prosperity.
Ishti
Major FestivalAuspicious celebration and sacred observance of Ishti bringing families and communities together in devotion.
Every traditional festival carries a profound timeless message—reminding us of the interconnectedness of all life, the cycles of nature, and the ultimate triumph of goodness, gratitude, and moral integrity. Participating in Ishti rejuvenates the spirit, alleviates daily stresses, and passes down cherished cultural values and sacred wisdom to future generations.
- ✦Early morning purification bath and wearing clean, festive traditional attire.
- ✦Illuminating the home shrine with ghee lamps and offering fresh fragrant flowers.
- ✦Performing traditional prayers and chanting uplifting hymns and stotras.
- ✦Preparing and sharing delicious festive meals and consecrated prasad with neighbors and the needy.
- ✦Expressing gratitude for health, family unity, and prosperity.
Holi
Major FestivalAuspicious celebration and sacred observance of Holi bringing families and communities together in devotion.
Every traditional festival carries a profound timeless message—reminding us of the interconnectedness of all life, the cycles of nature, and the ultimate triumph of goodness, gratitude, and moral integrity. Participating in Holi rejuvenates the spirit, alleviates daily stresses, and passes down cherished cultural values and sacred wisdom to future generations.
- ✦Early morning purification bath and wearing clean, festive traditional attire.
- ✦Illuminating the home shrine with ghee lamps and offering fresh fragrant flowers.
- ✦Performing traditional prayers and chanting uplifting hymns and stotras.
- ✦Preparing and sharing delicious festive meals and consecrated prasad with neighbors and the needy.
- ✦Expressing gratitude for health, family unity, and prosperity.
About The Five Limbs & Dainika Panchanga
Tithi
1The lunar day representing the angular distance between the Sun and Moon (each 12°). Crucial for determining fasts, festivals, and sacred rites.
Nakshatra
2The lunar mansion occupied by the Moon in the sidereal zodiac (13° 20' each). It deeply influences mental inclinations and day energy.
Yoga
3The sum of the longitudes of the Sun and Moon divided into 27 segments. Reflects the subtle prevailing mood and harmony of the day.
Karana
4Half a Tithi (6° angular difference). Used for fine-grained selection of Muhuratas for specific commercial, domestic, and spiritual tasks.
Vara
5The weekday ruled by a planetary lord, establishing the foundational energetic principle of the 24-hour cycle from sunrise to next sunrise.