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Aaj Ka Panchang August 15, 2026: Tithi, Muhurat, Rahu Kaal
In India, some people use a special calendar called a Panchang to find good and bad times during the day.
Today is August 15, 2026, which is also India's Independence Day, when the country celebrates getting its freedom.
According to the Panchang, this Saturday falls on a day called Shukla Tritiya.
The Moon is in Virgo, which people believe helps us think clearly, stay organised, and finish our work carefully.
This makes it a good day for planning, doing homework or pending tasks, and making careful money decisions.
The Panchang also warns about a time called Rahu Kaal, from 9:30 to 11:07 in the morning, when they say it is better not to start new things.
There is a lucky time called Abhijit Muhurat, from 12:19 to 1:09 in the afternoon, that is good for new beginnings.
The calendar tells us to be patient, avoid fights, and work steadily for the best results.
So overall, it is a day to be happy, work smart, and celebrate!
India observes Independence Day on August 15, 2026, which falls on a Saturday marked as Shukla Tritiya in the Hindu calendar.
Today's nakshatra is Uttara Phalguni with the Moon in Virgo, said to bring stability and favourable opportunities for long-term growth.
Rahu Kaal runs from 09:30:02 AM to 11:07:02 AM, while the auspicious Abhijit Muhurat is from 12:19:00 PM to 01:09:00 PM.
Sun rise is at 06:15:59 AM and sunset at 07:12:07 PM, with the year noted as Vikram Samvat 2083 and Shaka Samvat 1948.
The panchang, provided by astrologer Chirag Daruwalla for News18, says the day favours planning, completing pending work, and thoughtful financial or career decisions.
- Who
- India and its people observing Independence Day, with astrologer Chirag Daruwalla providing the daily panchang for News18.
- What
- The daily Hindu panchang (almanac) for August 15, 2026, detailing tithi, nakshatra, muhurats, and Rahu Kaal timings.
- Where
- India.
- When
- August 15, 2026 (Saturday), published at 05:00 IST.
- Why
- To guide readers on auspicious and inauspicious timings for the day, which coincides with India's Independence Day.
Key facts
- Tithi
- Shukla Tritiya
- Nakshatra
- Uttara Phalguni
- Moon Sign
- Virgo
- Rahu Kaal
- 09:30:02 AM - 11:07:02 AM
- Abhijit Muhurat
- 12:19:00 PM - 01:09:00 PM
- Sun Rise / Sun Set
- 06:15:59 AM / 07:12:07 PM
- Vikram Samvat
- 2083
- Source
- News18, by Chirag Daruwalla






