26 August 2026 Panchang: Tithi, Nakshatra & Shubh Muhurat

26 August 2026 Panchang: Tithi, Nakshatra, Auspicious and Inauspicious Timings

New Delhi, August 26, 2026: Wednesday, August 26, 2026, marks Shukla Paksha Trayodashi in the month of Shravana. The Trayodashi Tithi continues until around 7:59 AM, after which Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi begins. The day is associated with Shravana Nakshatra and Saubhagya Yoga.

Here are the key Panchang details, auspicious timings, Rahu Kaal, sunrise and sunset timings for New Delhi on August 26, 2026.

📅 Today’s Panchang — August 26, 2026

• Day: Wednesday
• Tithi: Shukla Paksha Trayodashi until around 07:59 AM
• Next Tithi: Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi
• Nakshatra: Shravana
• Nakshatra Ends: Around 12:48 AM on August 27
• Yoga: Saubhagya Yoga until around 07:59 AM
• Karana: Taitila, followed by Gara
• Moon Sign: Capricorn
• Season: Varsha (Monsoon/Rainy Season)
• Paksha: Shukla Paksha

🌅 Sunrise and Sunset

For New Delhi, sunrise on August 26, 2026, is around 5:56 AM, while sunset is around 6:50 PM. Exact timings can vary slightly depending on the location.

🌸 Auspicious Timings on August 26

• Brahma Muhurta: 04:20 AM – 05:08 AM
• Abhijit Muhurta: Around 11:57 AM – 12:48 PM
• Amrit Kaal: Around 01:33 PM – 03:17 PM
• Shubh Choghadiya: 10:46 AM – 12:23 PM
• Labha Choghadiya: 05:13 PM – 06:50 PM

The Abhijit Muhurta overlaps with the broader midday inauspicious period on Wednesday, so people planning an important religious or ceremonial activity should cross-check with a local Panchang.

⚠️ Inauspicious Timings

• Rahu Kaal: Around 12:22 PM – 01:59 PM
• Yamaganda: Around 07:33 AM – 09:09 AM
• Gulika Kaal: Around 10:46 AM – 12:22 PM
• Dur Muhurat: Around 11:57 AM – 12:48 PM
• Varjyam: Around 03:10 AM – 04:54 AM

Traditionally, starting important new activities during Rahu Kaal and other inauspicious periods is avoided.

🕉️ Religious Significance and Today’s Remedy

As Wednesday is traditionally associated with Lord Ganesha, devotees may offer prayers to Lord Ganesha and chant “Om Gan Ganapataye Namah.” Devotees may also worship Lord Shiva and offer water according to their family traditions.

Since the Trayodashi Tithi ends in the morning, anyone observing a specific fast or religious ritual should verify the exact Tithi timing according to their local Panchang and tradition.

📌 Why Today’s Panchang Matters

The Panchang provides information about Tithi, Nakshatra, Yoga, Karana and important daily Muhurat timings. It can be used as a traditional guide for पूजा, prayers, travel and other activities. However, auspicious and inauspicious timings vary by location, so New Delhi timings should not be directly applied to other cities.