Marathi Panchanga (मराठी पंचांग) is the traditional Hindu almanac used in Maharashtra. It includes tithi, nakshatra, festivals, Rahu Kaal, and auspicious timings (muhurat) for the day, following the lunar calendar.

Gudi Padwa 2026 (Marathi New Year) falls on March 19, 2026 (Thursday).

Rahu Kaal timings vary by day of the week. For Mumbai (IST): Sunday 4:30–6 PM, Monday 7:30–9 AM, Tuesday 3–4:30 PM, Wednesday 12–1:30 PM, Thursday 1:30–3 PM, Friday 10:30 AM–12 PM, Saturday 9–10:30 AM. Avoid starting important work during this period.

Vijayadashami (Dasara) 2026 is on October 21, 2026 (Wednesday).

Diwali 2026 is on November 8, 2026 (Naraka Chaturdashi) and November 10 (Balipadyami).

Amavasya is the new moon day and Pournima is the full moon day in the Hindu lunar calendar. Both are important for vrat, pitru tarpan, and festivals. This site lists all Amavasya and Pournima dates for 2026.

Ekadashi is the 11th lunar day, observed twice a month as a fasting day. Each Ekadashi has a name. Our Festivals page and calendar show all Ekadashi dates for 2026 in IST.

Marriage muhurat dates vary by month. There is no Shubh Muhurat in some months due to Venus combustion and periods like Ashadha and Pitru Paksha. See the Marriage Muhurat page for the full list and best dates.

Panchanga timings (Rahu Kaal, muhurat, tithi) are given for Indian Standard Time (IST), which is used across India. Mumbai and Maharashtra follow IST. If you are in another timezone, convert accordingly.

Makara Sankranti 2026 is on January 14, 2026. Holi 2026 is on March 4, 2026 (with Phalguna Pournima on March 3).