NEW DELHI, Feb. 23, 2026
The daily Panchang for Monday outlines key astrological timings, lunar phases, and auspicious periods for spiritual observances and daily planning. According to astrologer Pandit Ajay Kaushik, the day holds added importance due to favorable yogas forming during the Phalguna month.
Planetary & Calendar Details
Vikram Samvat: 2082
Shaka Samvat: 1947
Ayana: Uttarayana
Season: Spring (Vasant)
Solar Month: Phalguna
Lunar Phase: Shukla Paksha
Panchang Elements
Tithi: Shashthi until 9:09 a.m., then Saptami
Nakshatra: Bharani until 4:33 p.m., then Krittika
Yoga: Brahma until 10:19 a.m., followed by Indra Yoga
Karana: Taitila until 9:09 a.m., then Gara until 8:06 p.m.
Day: Monday
Sunrise & Moonrise (New Delhi)
Sunrise: 6:52 a.m.
Sunset: 6:17 p.m.
Moonrise: 10:11 a.m.
Moonset: 12:31 a.m. (Feb. 24)
Auspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat)
Abhijit Muhurat: 12:12 p.m. – 12:57 p.m.
Brahma Muhurat: 5:12 a.m. – 6:02 a.m.
Amrit Kaal: 12:01 p.m. – 1:32 p.m.
Vijay Muhurat: 2:29 p.m. – 3:14 p.m.
Inauspicious Timings
Rahu Kaal: 8:18 a.m. – 9:44 a.m.
Yamagandam: 11:09 a.m. – 12:35 p.m.
Special Observances
The day marks Masik Karthigai fasting. As Monday is dedicated to Lord Shiva, it is considered highly auspicious for worship. The Moon remains in Aries until 10:12 p.m. before entering Taurus, while the Sun is currently positioned in Aquarius.
Direction Shool & Remedies
Travel toward the east is considered inauspicious today. If unavoidable, individuals are advised to look into a mirror before leaving home or consume milk, yogurt, or jaggery. Offering water to a Shivling and chanting “Om Namah Shivaya” is considered spiritually beneficial.
