New Delhi, India — February 21, 2026
According to astrologer Pandit Ajay Kaushik, viewing the Panchang is not merely a tradition but a precise spiritual system of time management rooted in Vedic science. Based on principles described in Denik Panchang, the Panchang consists of five elements — Tithi, Day, Nakshatra, Yoga, and Karan — which are believed to influence daily outcomes.
Astrologers state that checking the Panchang before starting important tasks helps align actions with cosmic timing, potentially improving success, health, and mental balance.
Why Checking the Panchang Matters
1. Success of Tasks
It reveals auspicious periods such as Abhijit Muhurat and warns against unfavorable times like Rahu Kaal. Traditionally, starting work during favorable periods is believed to increase positive outcomes.
2. Mental and Physical Balance
Each Panchang element is associated with a symbolic benefit:
Tithi: Prosperity and wealth
Day: Longevity
Nakshatra: Removal of negativity
Yoga: Relief from ailments
Karan: Success in tasks
3. Protection From Adverse Planetary Effects
Periods such as Bhadra, Panchak, or Gandmool are considered sensitive. Avoiding travel or major decisions during these times is commonly advised.
4. Festivals and Ritual Timing
Important rituals, fasts, and ceremonies — including traditional rites of passage — are scheduled according to Panchang calculations.
5. Directional Guidance (Dishashool)
The Panchang indicates unfavorable travel directions for the day to help avoid obstacles.
In simple terms: Just as people check weather forecasts before stepping out, Panchang helps understand the “climate of time.”
Detailed Panchang — February 21, 2026 (Saturday)
Tithi
Shukla Chaturthi until 1:00 PM
Panchami begins afterward
Nakshatra
Revati until 7:07 PM
Followed by Ashwini
Yoga
Shubh Yoga until 3:51 PM
Then Shukla Yoga
Karan
Vishti (Bhadra) until 1:00 PM
Then Bav Karan
Paksha
Shukla Paksha
Festival / Vrat
Vinayaki Shri Ganesh Chaturthi Vrat
Sunrise & Moon Timings (Delhi Reference)
Sunrise: 6:54 AM
Sunset: 6:15 PM
Moonrise: 8:56 AM
Moonset: 10:16 PM
Auspicious Timings Today
Abhijit Muhurat: 12:12 PM – 12:58 PM
Brahma Muhurat: 5:13 AM – 6:04 AM
Amrit Kaal: 4:49 PM – 6:21 PM
Ravi Yoga: 6:54 AM – 7:07 PM
Vijay Muhurat: 2:28 PM – 3:14 PM
Inauspicious Timings
Rahu Kaal: 9:45 AM – 11:10 AM
Bhadra: 6:54 AM – 1:00 PM
Yamagand: 2:00 PM – 3:25 PM
Gulik Kaal: 6:54 AM – 8:19 AM
Direction Warning (Dishashool)
Travel toward the East is considered unfavorable today. If travel is unavoidable, tradition suggests consuming a small amount of ghee or ginger before departure.
Special Astrological Notes
Panchak: Fire Panchak active all day
Moon Viewing: Traditionally avoided on Chaturthi
Planetary Positions Today
Moon in Pisces until 7:07 PM, then enters Aries
Sun in Aquarius
Mercury, Venus, and Rahu in Aquarius
Mars exalted in Capricorn
Jupiter in Gemini
Saturn in Pisces
