Daily Panchang

Wednesday, April 8, 2026
📖 Today in Brief:Shashthi • Highly Auspicious • Best time: The morning hours feel especially supportive for prayer and quiet contemplation, allowing you to set a positive tone for the day.

A Gentle Wednesday in Puri

Today, we find ourselves in the embrace of Shashthi, a time that invites nurturing and care. The energy of the day encourages reflection and connection, making it a lovely opportunity to engage in activities that foster harmony.

Daily Score
7
out of 10
Highly Auspicious

✅Do Today

  • →Consider spending time with loved ones, sharing stories and laughter. It's a wonderful day for creative pursuits, perhaps painting or writing. Gentle walks in nature can also bring a sense of peace and grounding.

⚠️Avoid Today

  • ✕It might be wise to avoid making hasty decisions or starting new ventures today. Instead, focus on nurturing what you already have.
⏰ Best Time Today
The morning hours feel especially supportive for prayer and quiet contemplation, allowing you to set a positive tone for the day.
⚠️ Avoid This Time
As the afternoon approaches, you may find a sense of restlessness; it could be a good time to take a break and recharge.

🙏Spiritual Wisdom

"Try taking a moment to breathe deeply and express gratitude for the simple joys in your life; it can bring a lovely sense of calm and connection."

Complete Panchang Details

Tithi
Shashthi
Krishna Paksha • #21
Ends: 01:33 PM
Nakshatra
Jyeshtha
18 of 27
Ends: 01:00 AM
Yoga
Variyan
 
Ends: 12:47 PM
Karana
Garaja
 
Ends: 12:19 AM
Hindu Month
Chaitra
Amanta Calendar
Day: Wednesday
🌅 Sunrise
12:04 AM
🌇 Sunset
12:32 PM
🌙 Moonrise
06:06 PM
🌑 Moonset
04:08 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shashthi and its significance today?
Today is Shashthi, a sacred day in the lunar calendar. The day feels full of grace and promise. This is a beautiful time for any meaningful work—whether it's a ceremony, starting something new, or simply deepening your practice.
What should I focus on today?
Today is a good day for Consider spending time with loved ones, sharing stories and laughter. It's a wonderful day for creative pursuits, perhaps painting or writing. Gentle walks in nature can also bring a sense of peace and grounding.. The hours around The morning hours feel especially supportive for prayer and quiet contemplation, allowing you to set a positive tone for the day. feel especially supportive. Perhaps hold off on it might be wise to avoid making hasty decisions or starting new ventures today. instead, focus on nurturing what you already have. if you can. There will be better days for that.
What is Panchang and why is it important?
Think of Panchang as a living calendar that breathes with the moon and stars. It's been guiding Hindu life for centuries—telling us when to celebrate, when to be still, when to begin something new. The word means "five limbs," and each part reveals something about the day's nature. When we follow the Panchang, we're not just checking dates. We're learning to move with time instead of against it.
How accurate are the timings provided in this Panchang?
These timings are prepared with care for Puri, the sacred home of Lord Jagannath. We follow traditional methods that have been refined over generations. Sunrise and sunset, the moon's rising and setting—all are tracked precisely for this location. You can trust these timings for your prayers and daily rhythm.
What does the Daily Score mean?
The score is simply a way to sense the day's feeling. A higher number—seven or above—means the day is open and bright for important work. Mid-range? The day is steady and good for your regular routines. A lower score isn't bad; it just means the day asks for something different. Inner work. Quiet prayer. Rest. Every kind of day has its place.
Can I use this Panchang for locations outside Puri?
This Panchang is made for Puri, where Lord Jagannath resides. The lunar day and other core elements will be quite similar wherever you are in India. But sunrise and sunset change with your location, and those matter for timing your prayers. If you're nearby—in Bhubaneswar or Kolkata—the times will be very close. Further away? Adjust by when the sun rises where you live. For cities in Eastern India (Kolkata, Bhubaneswar), the timings are very close. For other regions, adjust according to your local sunrise time for muhurat calculations.

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Disclaimer: Panchang timings are calculated specifically for Puri, Odisha (19.8135°N, 85.8312°E). Sunrise, sunset, and muhurat timings may vary based on your location. For accurate timings in your region, please consult a local pandit or panchang specific to your city.