Today is Vinayak Chaturthi on Saturday, know the auspicious time, Rahukaal and position of the moon:

News India Live, Digital Desk: According to the Hindu calendar, today i.e. 21 February 2026 is a very special day. Today is the Chaturthi date of Shukla Paksha of Magh month, which is Vinayak Chaturthi Is celebrated as. Since it is Saturday, today there is a good chance of getting the combined blessings of Shani Dev and Lord Ganesha.

Here are the main components of today’s Panchang, which are essential for the success of your work:

Today’s Panchang Details (21 February 2026)

Auspicious Timing

If you want to start some new work today, keep these times in mind:

Abhijeet Muhurat: From 12:12 pm to 12:57 pm (this is considered the most auspicious time of the day).

Amrit Kaal: From 06:42 pm to 08:26 pm.

Vijay Muhurta: From 02:28 pm to 03:13 pm.

Inauspicious time (Rahukaal and Varjya)

According to astrology, starting auspicious works during Rahukaal should be avoided:

Rahukaal: From 09:44 am to 11:10 am.

Gulik period: From 06:53 am to 08:19 am.

Yamaganda: From 01:51 pm to 03:22 pm.

Quintet: There will be Panchak throughout the day today (Panchak will also end with the end of Revathi Nakshatra at 09:12 pm).

Today’s special significance: Vinayak Chaturthi

Vinayak Chaturthi fast will be observed today. Afternoon time (midday time) is best for worshiping Lord Ganesha.

Method of worship: Today offer red flowers and 21 Durva to Lord Ganesha. Chanting the mantra ‘Om Gan Ganpataye Namah’ removes obstacles in work.

Shani dosha prevention: Since it is Saturday, lighting a mustard oil lamp under the Peepal tree and reciting Shani Chalisa will be auspicious.

sunrise and moonrise time

Sunrise: 06:53 am.

sunset: 06:15 pm.

Moonrise: At 09:32 am.

Moonset: 10:24 pm.