Daily Panchang · Vedic Astrology · Tuesday, 17 March 2026 · Krishna Paksha · Vikram Samvat 2082
Krishna Trayodashi under Shatabhisha Nakshatra - what the stars say about your Tuesday
There is something quietly powerful about a Tuesday governed by Siddha Yoga. Not every day in the Hindu calendar arrives this composed - most carry some tension between the tithi, the nakshatra, and the ruling deity. But March 17, 2026, carries a rare internal logic: the 13th lunar day of Krishna Paksha, a moon settled in the air sign of Kumbha, and a yoga whose very name means "accomplished." For those who observe the Panchang, this is a day worth planning around.
Here is your complete daily Panchang for Tuesday, March 17, 2026, with all auspicious and inauspicious timings, planetary positions, and practical guidance for the day.
The Five Elements of Today's Panchang
| Element | Value | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Tithi | Krishna Trayodashi | 28 of 30 |
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha | Pada 1 |
| Yoga | Siddha | 21 of 27 |
| Karan | Vanija | 28th Tithi |
| Vaar | Mangalvaar (Tuesday) | Krishna Paksha |
Understanding Today's Cosmic Signature
Trayodashi - the thirteenth lunar day - belongs to Krishna Paksha, the waning fortnight that the Vedic tradition associates with letting go, resolution, and inward reflection. It is not a day for grand launches, but it is excellent for completing lingering tasks, settling accounts, and clearing mental clutter. Pair this with Shatabhisha Nakshatra, the "hundred physicians" asterism ruled by Varuna (lord of cosmic order and hidden truths), and you get a day that rewards thoroughness and honesty over flash and haste.
Siddha Yoga is the day's most auspicious element. Among the 27 yogas in the Panchang, Siddha ranks among the most favourable - it confers the ability to complete and perfect. The name literally translates to "accomplished" or "one who has attained mastery." Initiating skill-building, seeking remedies for health matters, or finishing a long-pending project all find support under this yoga.
Vanija Karan, governing commercial and trading activity, rounds out the picture. This is considered beneficial for business dealings, negotiations, and financial decisions made in good faith.
Siddha Yoga occurs only a handful of times each month. When it coincides with a Tuesday in Krishna Paksha, it carries particular weight for those seeking resolution and mastery.
Sunrise, Sunset and Planetary Positions
| Detail | Time / Value |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:28 AM |
| Sunset | 06:30 PM |
| Sun Sign (Rashi) | Meena (Pisces) |
| Sun Nakshatra | Purva Bhadrapada |
| Ayana | Uttarayana |
| Ritu (Season) | Shishir (Winter) |
| Day Duration | 12 hours 1 minute |
| Detail | Time / Value |
|---|---|
| Moonrise | 05:52 AM |
| Moonset | 04:54 PM |
| Moon Sign (Rashi) | Kumbha (Aquarius) |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha |
| Night Duration | 11 hours 58 minutes |
The Sun transits Meena Rashi (Pisces) in Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra, a combination that softens solar fire with Piscean perceptiveness. This is a period that rewards spiritual practice, creative work, and empathy. Uttarayana Ayana confirms the sun's northward journey, associated with growth and light in the classical texts. The season is Shishir (late winter), and with a day duration of 12 hours and 1 minute, the balance between light and dark sits almost exactly even - a liminal quality that lends the day a meditative, transitional character.
The Moon in Kumbha (Aquarius) brings a cool intellectual clarity to the emotional landscape. Aquarius moon days favour community thinking, problem-solving, and detached analysis over purely personal concerns.
Auspicious Muhurtas
The Panchang identifies five auspicious time windows on March 17. Each serves a different purpose, and knowing which to use for which activity can meaningfully shift outcomes.
| Muhurta | Time | Best Used For |
|---|---|---|
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:52 AM - 05:40 AM | Meditation, study, intention-setting |
| Amrit Kaal | 07:15 AM - 08:51 AM | Health activities, medicines, new beginnings |
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:05 PM - 12:53 PM | Universally auspicious, any important work |
| Vijay Muhurta | 05:42 PM - 06:54 PM | Concluding deals, positive outcomes |
| Godhuli Muhurta | 06:06 PM - 06:42 PM | Family gatherings, harmony, homecoming |
Brahma Muhurta (4:52 to 5:40 AM) is the pre-dawn window that Ayurvedic and yogic traditions have prized for centuries - ideal for meditation, study, and setting the day's intention. Amrit Kaal (7:15 to 8:51 AM) follows shortly after sunrise and is particularly suited for health-related activities, taking medicines, and beginning anything you wish to see flourish. Abhijit Muhurta, the midday window centred around noon (12:05 to 12:53 PM), is considered universally auspicious - a reliable choice when no other timing is convenient.
Vijay Muhurta (5:42 to 6:54 PM) and Godhuli Muhurta (6:06 to 6:42 PM) in the late evening carry the energy of resolution and homecoming - excellent for concluding deals, family gatherings, or any activity requiring harmony and a positive outcome.
Timings to Avoid
| Period | Time | Caution |
|---|---|---|
| Rahu Kaal | 03:30 PM - 05:00 PM | Avoid contracts, major decisions, new ventures |
| Yamaganda | 09:29 AM - 10:59 AM | Avoid important initiations |
| Gulika Kaal | 12:29 PM - 01:59 PM | Avoid significant transactions |
| Dur Muhurtam | 09:41 AM - 10:29 AM | Avoid auspicious beginnings |
| Varjyam | 01:27 PM - 03:03 PM | Avoid travel and financial transactions |
Tuesday carries Rahu Kaal between 3:30 and 5:00 PM - the daily inauspicious window associated with Rahu, the shadow planet linked to confusion and obstacles. Avoid signing contracts, making major financial decisions, or beginning new ventures in this window. Yamaganda (9:29 to 10:59 AM) and the overlapping Dur Muhurtam (9:41 to 10:29 AM) make the mid-morning period similarly unfavourable for important initiations. Varjyam in the early afternoon (1:27 to 3:03 PM) cautions against travel and significant transactions.
Chandrabalam - Favourable Rashis Today
Today's moon position in Kumbha (Aquarius) creates Chandrabalam - favourable lunar strength - for the following rashis:
- Vrishabha (Taurus)
- Simha (Leo)
- Kanya (Virgo)
- Dhanu (Sagittarius)
- Kumbha (Aquarius)
- Meena (Pisces)
Individuals born under these moon signs can expect smoother energy and better receptivity to positive events today. If your moon rashi is not listed, it simply means the day calls for more mindfulness - not that it will be difficult.
Disha Shool and Travel Advisory
Disha Shool today is North. Travelling in the north direction or undertaking important journeys northward is considered inauspicious. The traditional remedy is to consume a small amount of milk or curd before departing. This practice, rooted in folk Jyotisha, is observed widely across northern and central India.
Calendar Details and Samvat
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Vikram Samvat | 2082 |
| Shaka Samvat | 1947 |
| Noon (Madhyahna) | 12:29 PM |
| Nishita Muhurta | 12:05 AM - 12:53 AM |
| Sayahna Sandhya | 06:18 PM - 06:30 PM |
| Ayanamsa (Lahiri) | 24.2303 degrees |
| Day Duration | 12 hours 1 minute |
| Night Duration | 11 hours 58 minutes |
March 17, 2026, falls in Vikram Samvat 2082 and Shaka Samvat 1947. Nishita Muhurta - the midnight auspicious window - falls between 12:05 and 12:53 AM on the night of the 17th, and Sayahna Sandhya - the evening twilight sandhya time - is between 6:18 and 6:30 PM, coinciding closely with sunset at 6:30 PM. The day's noon point (Madhyahna) is at 12:29 PM. Ayanamsa (Lahiri) is 24.2303 degrees, the standard correction used in Indian Vedic astrology for sidereal calculations.
Daily Panchang timings are calculated for the Indian Standard Time zone (IST, UTC+5:30). For precise local timings, minor adjustments may be needed based on your geographic location.
