For August 9, 2026, traditional Panchang guidance suggests a day that favours thoughtful planning, careful communication and steady progress. With Ravivar, Krishna Ekadashi and Mrigashira Nakshatra influencing the day, the best results are likely to come from measured decisions, patient follow-through and making the most of favourable timings rather than acting in haste.
| Key Timings Today | |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 5:47 am |
| Sunset | 7:06 pm |
| Rahu Kaal | 5:26 pm to 7:06 pm |
| Highlighted favourable window | Amrit Kalam: 3:24 am, Monday to 4:50 am, Monday |
How to use it: Prefer this period for constructive work and meaningful plans. Avoid new beginnings during Rahu Kaal.
Festival and Vrat Today |
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| Kamika Ekadashi Basis: Shravana Krishna Ekadashi |
What Today's Panchang Means
In traditional Panchang interpretation, Ravivar (Sunday) is associated with clarity, responsibility and purposeful action. Combined with Krishna Ekadashi, the day encourages simplifying priorities, reducing distractions and focusing on what truly deserves your attention rather than taking on too much.
{{/usCountry}}In traditional Panchang interpretation, Ravivar (Sunday) is associated with clarity, responsibility and purposeful action. Combined with Krishna Ekadashi, the day encourages simplifying priorities, reducing distractions and focusing on what truly deserves your attention rather than taking on too much.
{{/usCountry}}Mrigashira Nakshatra, along with the Moon in Gemini, supports curiosity, learning and thoughtful communication. It is a favourable time to gather information, review plans and consider different perspectives before making important decisions. At the same time, the day's energy may encourage overthinking or scattered attention, making it important to stay focused on your priorities.
How to Use the Day
Work and important decisions
The day supports organised work that requires careful planning, communication and attention to detail. Krishna Ekadashi encourages reviewing proposals, refining plans, checking budgets and resolving pending matters instead of rushing into new commitments.
Mrigashira Nakshatra and the Moon in Gemini favour writing, presentations, discussions and coordination, provided you stay focused on one priority at a time. If an important decision needs to be made, rely on verified information, realistic timelines and clear accountability rather than acting on impulse. A steady, methodical approach is likely to bring the best results.
Relationships and communication
Today's energy supports thoughtful, honest communication. Mrigashira encourages curiosity and open conversations, but it can also make discussions move quickly from one topic to another. Keep your communication simple, direct and clear.
Krishna Ekadashi also encourages patience, reminding you that not every issue needs an immediate resolution. Whether with family, friends or colleagues, listen carefully before responding, avoid making assumptions and clarify important details, especially in practical or financial matters. Calm, respectful conversations are likely to strengthen understanding.
Reflection and spiritual routine
Today is well suited for quiet reflection and simplifying your priorities. Krishna Ekadashi encourages restraint, self-discipline and letting go of unnecessary distractions, while Ravivar supports honest self-review and mindful planning.
Journalling, reading, prayer or a few moments of silence can help bring greater clarity. Mrigashira Nakshatra supports thoughtful self-inquiry, making it a good time to reflect on what deserves your energy, what can be postponed and where small, practical improvements can make the greatest difference. A simple, focused routine is likely to be more rewarding than trying to do too much.
| Panchang Facts at a Glance | |
|---|---|
| Date and Vaar | August 9, 2026, Sunday (Ravivar) |
| Lunar Month | Amanta: Ashadha; Purnimanta: Shravana |
| Tithi (lunar day) | Krishna Ekadashi until 11:05 am; then Krishna Dwadashi |
| Nakshatra (lunar constellation) | Mrigashira until 2:42 pm; then Ardra |
| Yog (Sun-Moon combination) | Harshana until 2:03 am, Monday; then Vajra |
| Karan (half-tithi division) | Balava until 11:05 am; then Kaulava until 9:34 pm; then Taitila until 8:01 am, Monday |
| Moon sign (zodiac position) | Gemini |
| Auspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Period | Start | End |
| Brahma Muhurta | 4:21 am | 5:04 am |
| Pratah Sandhya | 4:42 am | 5:47 am |
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59 am | 12:53 pm |
| Amrit Kalam | 3:24 am, Monday | 4:50 am, Monday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 2:39 pm | 3:32 pm |
| Godhuli Muhurta | 7:06 pm | 7:27 pm |
| Sayahana Sandhya | 7:06 pm | 8:10 pm |
| Nishita Muhurta | 12:05 am, Monday | 12:48 am, Monday |
Those who follow Panchang timings may find these periods especially supportive:
Abhijit Muhurta: 11:59 am to 12:53 pm
A favourable time for important discussions, making well-considered decisions, sending key communications or beginning tasks that require calm focus and clear judgment.
Amrit Kalam: 3:24 am to 4:50 am (Monday)
Well suited for quiet planning, meaningful work, reflection or preparing thoughtfully for the day ahead. This window may be especially useful for those who rise early or work late.
| Inauspicious and Caution Timings | ||
|---|---|---|
| Period | Start | End |
| Rahu Kaal | 5:26 pm | 7:06 pm |
| Gulika Kaal | 3:46 pm | 5:26 pm |
| Yamaganda | 12:26 pm | 2:06 pm |
| Dur Muhurtam | 5:19 pm | 6:12 pm |
| Dur Muhurtam | 6:40 am | 7:33 am |
| Varjyam | 10:20 pm | 11:45 pm |
Traditional Panchang recommends using these periods for routine work rather than major beginnings:
Rahu Kaal: Until 7:06 pm
If possible, avoid starting new projects, making major commitments or initiating important discussions during this period. Instead, use the time for reviewing documents, responding to messages, checking details or completing routine work already in progress.
Other caution periods
Yamaganda, Gulika Kaal, Dur Muhurtam and Varjyam are also traditionally considered better suited for routine work, planning, travel already underway and follow-up tasks than for major new beginnings or high-stakes decisions.
| Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise and Moonset | |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 5:47 am |
| Sunset | 7:06 pm |
| Moonrise | 2:40 am, Monday |
| Moonset | 4:24 pm |
Rahu Kaal Timings Across India | |
|---|---|
| City | Rahu Kaal |
| Mumbai | 5:33 pm to 7:10 pm |
| Delhi (NCR) | 5:26 pm to 7:06 pm |
| Bengaluru | 5:08 pm to 6:43 pm |
| Hyderabad | 5:09 pm to 6:45 pm |
| Chennai | 4:58 pm to 6:32 pm |
| Ahmedabad | 5:38 pm to 7:16 pm |
| Pune | 5:28 pm to 7:05 pm |
| Kolkata | 4:35 pm to 6:12 pm |
| Jaipur | 5:29 pm to 7:09 pm |
| Kochi | 5:11 pm to 6:45 pm |
| Lucknow | 5:09 pm to 6:48 pm |
| Indore | 5:25 pm to 7:03 pm |
| Guwahati | 4:25 pm to 6:04 pm |
| Chandigarh | 5:29 pm to 7:10 pm |
| Surat | 5:35 pm to 7:12 pm |
| Visakhapatnam | 4:50 pm to 6:26 pm |
| Nagpur | 5:10 pm to 6:47 pm |
| Coimbatore | 5:09 pm to 6:43 pm |
| Varanasi | 4:59 pm to 6:38 pm |
| Bhubaneswar | 4:42 pm to 6:19 pm |
Overall
Traditional Panchang guidance suggests a day that favours thoughtful planning, careful communication and steady progress. Focus on keeping your priorities clear, making practical decisions and using favourable timings for important tasks while reserving caution periods for routine work. A calm, measured approach is likely to bring the most rewarding outcomes.
This article presents traditional Panchang guidance for general information. Timings may vary depending on location.
Dr. Achary Kalki Krishnan
(Vastu consultant, Vedic astrologer, Researcher, Educator & Corporate mentor)